If you're looking for the perfect family destination in Happy Valley, Discovery Space and The Rivet are the places where fun meets learning in a way that will captivate visitors of all ages.

They don't call it Happy Valley for nothing! As a hyperlocal content creator/influencer who loves sharing all things State College, Penn State, and Happy Valley, I'm always excited to introduce people to the vibrant community I call home. With its charming streets, unique shops, and diverse dining scene, there's something for everyone in Downtown State College. You don't have to be a college student to love Downtown State College. Here are 10 things to enjoy on your next visit!

February might be the shortest month, but Downtown State College offers many events and concerts to keep you busy!

A feeling with no name - “purple” - is inspiration for an interactive performance that celebrates the diversity and solidarity of our community.

A concert featuring popular local musicians will benefit five agencies working to increase housing security and fight homelessness in the Centre region. The second annual “Gimme Shelter: The Concert for Housing Security in the Centre Region” will be presented at the South Hills School of Business and Technology in State College on Thursday, February 6, 2025, starting at 6 p.m.

The State Theatre, in conjunction with the Happy Valley Comic and Collectibles Convention, The Penn State Bellisario School of Communications, and The Happy Valley Sports and Entertainment Alliance, will have a special showing of the movie Se7en at 7 pm on February 28, 2025.

The Happy Valley Comics & Collectibles Convention, happening March 1-2, 2025, at Nittany Valley Sports Centre in State College, Pennsylvania, is your gateway to an unforgettable experience in the world of comics and collectibles. This year’s event features an exclusive, limited-edition commemorative variant comic cover—an essential find for collectors and enthusiasts alike. Variant covers, prized for their unique artwork and scarcity, add a distinctive flair to any comic collection.

Join the Pennsylvania Chamber Orchestra and Maestro Gerardo Edelstein for our annual Holiday Concert and celebrate sounds of the holiday season! Experience a dramatic retelling of the Christmas story with the majestic Christmas Oratorio by Camille Saint-Saëns, featuring the State College Area High School Master Singers. Enjoy the familiar sounds of Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite and sing along with Handel’s Hallelujah from Messiah, featuring a collaboration with State College Advanced String Orchestra students. Join us for a concert that will fuel your holiday spirit!

The sixth annual Centre Film Festival recently wrapped after bringing nearly 200 thought-provoking independent films spanning multiple genres and formats to audiences in theatres throughout Happy Valley, PA, as well as to virtual audiences throughout the Commonwealth.