Way Fruit Farm invites you to enjoy a weekend of creativity, community, and countryside charm at its 5th Annual Art in the Orchard festival, happening July 10–12 in Port Matilda. This free, family-friendly event brings together over 50 local artists and crafters, live music performances, delicious food trucks, and unique activities set against the scenic backdrop of a working fruit farm.

The Palmer Museum of Art at Penn State presents a special exhibition giving extra weight to the democratic ideal of power of the people, titled “Shaping American Histories, Dreaming American Futures,” on view now through July 27. Visitors to the exhibition are encouraged to voice their reflections on the nation’s past, present and future via a community response wall. Ideas contributed to the response wall will help shape the Palmer’s upcoming invitational exhibition in summer 2026, which will honor the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

On July 4th this year, the DelGrosso Family of Companies is gearing up for a summertime tradition like no other: Summer Thunder 2025. This year’s annual fireworks extravaganza is themed “Freedom, Family, Faith, Friends, & Fireworks — A Celebration of What Matters Most!”

Get ready for an unforgettable Independence Day celebration, Central PA 4th Fest is back and bigger than ever! Known as Central Pennsylvania’s best community celebration, this patriotic tradition is created by the community, for the community, and brings together thousands of residents and visitors for a full day of festivities, fun, and fireworks.

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.

June is already a busy month, but make some time to enjoy a trip to the theatre. Penn State's Centre Stage will be offering three great productions that you can enjoy.

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.