Ellie Aungst

Ellie Aungst

Fun Guide blogger

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Alexander Kobrin plays in the Boal Mansion ballroom 021919 by Mary Szmolko

2022 Inspiration Guide

Historical Destinations in Happy Valley

Philipsburg’s Heritage Days

Philipsburg’s annual Heritage Days celebration was founded as a way to keep enthusiasm for local history alive.

In 1997, Philipsburg celebrated its bicentennial. The town came together to treat thousands of visitors to a week’s worth of events featuring reenactments, vendors, crafters, presentations, concerts, a parade, and fireworks, among other things.

Tasting Trail Logo

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CENTRAL PA TASTING TRAIL

We are pretty proud of our Central Pennsylvania Tasting Trail. You get to enjoy locally-crafted beer, wine, spirits and cider in the very places where these quality products are made.

Hyatt Place

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New Hotels in Happy Valley

Hotels in downtown State College and the Happy Valley area have always had a timeless charm about them, but sometimes even the best of traditions can use a little freshening up. Now, with a number of new and upgraded hotels right in the heart of the downtown business district, it has never been more convenient or comfortable to travel to Happy Valley for a long weekend.

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Tasting Trail

Happy Valley’s growing craft beverage scene has the advantage of incredible scenery and unique locations as guests enjoy local ciders, beers, wines and spirits. From views over the farmlands along Route 45 to a repurposed industrial center neighboring the railroad tracks, visitors have plenty of choices when it comes to craft beverages.

Biking

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Happy Valley: “A Mecca of Cycling”

Happy Valley is home to several of the most beautiful, challenging and fun mountain biking trails in Pennsylvania. From beginners to advanced cyclists, there is a trail for everyone to bike and more importantly, a reason for out-of-town cyclists to make Happy Valley their destination for their next cycling adventure.

The Happy Valley Adventure Bureau publishes up-to-date event information at HappyValley.com/events