It's that time of year again! The sun is shining, and summer is upon us! And as always, Happy Valley boasts four of the most dynamic Art Festivals in the state of Pennsylvania.

Happy Valley is home to numerous hidden trails that offer breathtaking vistas and serene landscapes. Here are some of the best-kept secrets for hikers seeking solitude and stunning scenery.

The Penn State School of Music's Recital Hall will be hosting the New Ground Orchestra Festival on July 25th, 2025, at 7:30 pm. The concert will be a gathering of professional women musicians from all over the world. The goal? To bring joy, helping hands, and create beautiful music.

The America250PA initiative, in proud partnership with the Pennsylvania Freemasons, celebrated a Liberty Tree Dedication Ceremony at the Centre Furnace Mansion on Saturday, May 10, 2025, at 2:00 p.m.

Big changes are brewing (and scooping!) at Flour & Stone this week. Beginning Wednesday, June 4, the buzzed-about Pine Grove Mills restaurant will be open five days a week, Wednesday through Sunday, for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and also offer a Summer Walk-Up Window!

Get ready to roll out a blanket, grab an ice cream cone, and enjoy live music under the stars as the Lemont Village Green Summer Concert Series returns for another season of free community fun. Running Friday evenings from June through September, these outdoor concerts are hosted by the Lemont Village Association and held on the scenic Lemont Village Green, with start times at 7:30 PM in June–August and 7:00 PM in September.

For Travelers seeking a memorable stay in Happy Valley, the region offers a variety of accommodations, each providing unique amenities and easy access to Penn State and local attractions. Whether you’re here for a college visit, a weekend getaway, or to relive favorite memories, these hotels offer the perfect home base.

Just five minutes from Downtown State College, Boalsburg’s storybook village is steeped in history and brimming with small-town charm. Recognized as the Birthplace of Memorial Day in Pennsylvania, the welcoming little community offers visitors a blend of shopping and dining experiences against a backdrop of rich history in a picture-perfect setting.

The Eagle Iron Works and Curtain Village received grant funds to help improve access and increase an herb garden that is four decades old.