There is nothing like experiencing gameday in Happy Valley – the tailgating is second to none and Beaver Stadium is the most electric atmosphere in all of college football. Not to mention the Penn State Nittany Lions have playoff aspirations this year and are ranked inside the Top 10 in preseason polls for only the 12th time since 1990. The football game may get you to travel to State College, but there is much more to do in and around Happy Valley this fall.

Here’s a look at some of the best reasons to extend your stay in Happy Valley this football season:

Penn State Centre Stage is pleased to announce a stellar lineup for the 2024-25 season. Tickets go on sale July 16 under the artistic direction of A. Kikora Franklin, interim director of the Penn State School of Theatre.

UNIVERSITY PARK (Tuesday, April 16) — The self-guided walking tour 200 Acres enhances users’ knowledge of Penn State with fresh perspectives on the university’s original land, history and purpose. The free site-specific walk is a creative partnership between the Center for the Performing Arts and theater artist Marike Splint.

Join Gigi's Southern Table on Blue-White Weekend (April 12-14) for their amazing Bourbon Street Brunch! Indulge in their renowned $3 Mimosas and savor a variety of Southern favorites. With a menu full of mouthwatering options, there's no better way to fuel up for the game. Don't miss out on the ultimate pre-game experience! Click HERE to make a Reservation

Penn State Homecoming 2024 will take place Sept. 22-28, as announced today (Feb. 22) by the Homecoming executive committee. A week of celebrations and festivities will lead up to the Penn State football game versus Illinois on Sept. 28, at Beaver Stadium.

The Pennsylvania State University, one of the largest universities in the country and a member of the Big Ten Conference, was founded in 1855. The University Park Campus today covers more than 5,000 acres and provides more than 40,000 students with about 160 baccalaureate and 150 graduate programs.

THON 2024 is from February 16 to 18. If you’re coming to Happy Valley, make the most of the weekend at these spots for great food, unique shops, and lots of fun.

Fall is in the air! Penn State football is back at Beaver Stadium, students are back on campus and in school, the nights are getting cooler, and pumpkin spice season is in full swing across Happy Valley.

There is nothing like experiencing gameday in Happy Valley – the tailgating is second to none and Beaver Stadium is the most electric atmosphere in all of college football. But if you’re making the trip out to State College, why not make a long weekend out of your football trip?