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Saturday, Sept. 26
The Altoona Symphony Orchestra will open Season 98, "New Perspectives," with Quests, a concert led by guest conductor Maestro Isaac Selya, at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 26, at the Mishler Theatre. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit altoonasymphony.org
The Compass Inn Museum, Laughlintown, will host "Night at Compass Inn Museum" from 6 p.m. to midnight Saturday, Sept. 26. Designed for youth ages 8 and up, families, friends, schools or scout groups, this after-dark adventure transforms the historic 19th century stagecoach inn into a living mystery. For more information and to make reservations, visit compassinn.org/eventcalendar
Jimmy Mowery will perform from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 26, at the Heidelberg CC, 812 Frankstown Road, Altoona. $5 cover charge. Food by Rob's Catering & Grill will be available.
The Westmoreland Historical Society will host a two-part workshop series "History is Everywhere" and "In Plain Sight," from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 26. Community members, researchers and genealogists of all ages are encouraged to attend. Admission is $35 for the entire day with lunch included or $10 for an individual workshop. Registration is required. For more information or to register, visit westmorelandhistory.org
The Community Arts Center of Cambria County will present "Who Dunit," a hilarious murder mystery, through Sunday, Oct. 4, at the CACCC's M. Josephine Paul Family Museum in Johnstown. Performances are at 7 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and at 2 p.m. on Sundays. Tickets are $19. For more information and to purchase tickets, call the Arts Center at 814-255-6515 or visit caccc.org
Sunday, Sept. 27
"Clean" comedian Brian Regan will perform at 7 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 27, at The Palace Theatre, Greensburg. Tickets start at $55 and are available at westmorelandculturaltrust.org or by calling 724-836-8000.
Centre County native Hobie Kistler will present a talk about his book, "The Way They Won," at 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 27, at Centre Furnace Mansion, State College. Learn the hardships and experiences of these soldiers and sailors who sacrificed so much. To make reservations, visit pci.jotform.com/form/262106087652153
Coming up
The State Theatre, State College, will present The Met: Live in HD "Cosi Fan Tutte" at 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3. For tickets, visit tickets.thestatetheatre.org
The Toy Box Pantry will host a sewing fundraiser party from 4 to 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3, at 612 Second Ave., Altoona. Admission is free. Two handsewing project kits will be available for $10 each, or bring an item for the Toy Box pantry (diapers or educational items) and receive a free kit. If you already sew, bring your machine and current project. Light snacks will be served and you may bring one to share. For more information, visit https://motley-muse.com/products/free-toy-box
Prince Gallitzin State Park will host its annual Apple Cider Festival and Craft Show from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 4, at Muskrat Beach Area #2. The festival features over 100 craft vendors, 30 food vendors, live entertainment, hayrides, a petting zoo, chainsaw carving, climbing wall, apple cider demonstrations, environmental education programs and more. Admission is free with donations accepted for parking. For more information, see the Prince Gallitzin State Park Facebook page.
The Somerset Auxiliary of the Johnstown Symphony Orchestra will host "A Taste of Tuscany" at 5:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 6, at Green Gables Restaurant in Jennerstown. Tickets are $50 per person and can be purchased through the Somerset Auxiliary website at sajso.com. Proceeds from the event will support the JSO's Season 98 programming and education initiatives.
Penn State Center Stage, University Park, will present "Sister Act," from Oct. 6-17, at the Playhouse Theatre. Tickets start at $24 and can be purchased at arts.psu.edu/research-creative/penn-state-centre-stage#2026-27-Season-Productions-567376 or by calling 814-863-0255.
The Best of Second City will bring the legendary sketch and improv company at 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 8, to The State Theatre, State College, for a night of classic scenes, fresh material, songs and live audience-driven improv. Tickets start at $50 and are available at tickets.thestatetheatre.org
Hollidaysburg Heritage Guided Tours and the Hollidaysburg Area Public Library will offer rare guided tours of Highland Hall, 517 Walnut St., at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, in conjunction with Pumpkin Fest in the borough. Highland Hall is located on Walnut Street in Hollidaysburg. Tours take approximately an hour and a half. In addition to seeing the grandeur of this amazing property, you'll learn the history of the building and its tenants over the years. Tickets are $12 and must be purchased in advance. For tickets, visit the library: 1 Furnace Road, Hollidaysburg, or call 814-695-5961.
The Community Arts Center of Cambria County will hold its ninth annual ARToberFEST from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, at 1217 Menoher Blvd., Johnstown. ARToberFEST is a free family day festival with arts and crafts, entertainment, pumpkin carving, and more. For more details, visit caccc.org
The Center for the Performing Arts 2026-27 continues its community-based, cross-cultural celebrations with "The Joyful Feast Edition," at 6 p.m. Monday, Oct. 12, in Alumni Hall, HUB-Robeson Center, University Park. The program will celebrate the rich history and contributions of indigenous arts and culture and will feature a catered buffet meal and an intimate artist performance by Dakota Sioux rapper Stuart James. The event is free but registration is required. Visit https://cpa.psu.edu/events/joyfull-feast-edition-2 for more details.
The Center for the Performing Arts, University Park, will present "Hamlet" at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 13, in the Eisenhower Auditorium. A cast of actors with Down syndrome will express their desires and frustrations through portrayals of the characters and try to answer the question of what "to be" means for those who are often disregarded. Tickets are available to purchase online at cpa.psu.edu, by calling 814-863-0255 or in person at the Eisenhower Auditorium.
"60 Years of The Monkees with Micky Dolenz" is coming to the Palace Theatre, Greensburg, at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 15. Tickets start at $58 and can be purchased at westmorelandculturaltrust.org
P&J Productions will present the beloved musical "The Wizard of Oz," Friday, Oct. 16, Saturday, Oct. 17 and Sunday, Oct 18, at the Mishler Theater. Featuring timeless songs, colorful characters and plenty of heart, The Wizard of Oz is a magical theatrical experience for audiences of all ages. All seats are $23 plus handling fees. Tickets can be purchased by calling 814-944-9434 or visiting mishlertheatre.org
Join the Central PA Mushroom Club for a Mushroom Walk from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, at Pavilion #3, Whipple Dam State Park, Petersburg. The program is free and no registration is necessary.
Blair Concert Chorale will present "Songs for a Shining Night" at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, at First Evangelical Church, Altoona. The Chorale will perform Disney favorites, Robert Frost poems set to music, selections from Godspell and other familiar pieces. Tickets are $20 and may be purchased at Thompson Pharmacy, through Eventbrite, at the door or from any Chorale member.
The State Theatre, State College, will screen "Pulp Fiction" in 35mm at 8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17. For tickets, visit tickets.thestatetheatre.org
The State Theatre, State College, will present The Met: Live in HD "Macbeth," at 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17. For tickets, visit tickets.thestatetheatre.org
Singer and ventriloquist Darci Lynne will bring her "2026 -- Growing Pains" tour to the Palace Theatre, Greensburg, at 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 18. Tickets start at $40 and are available at westmorelandculturaltrust.org
Comedienne Jordan Jensen will perform at 7:30 Thursday, Oct. 22, at Carnegie Music Hall of Homestead, Munhall. For tickets, visit librarymusichall.com/all-shows
The Center for the Performing Arts, University Park, will present "The Wiz" at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22, in the Eisenhower Auditorium. Tickets are available to purchase online at cpa.psu.edu, by calling 814-863-0255 or in person at the Eisenhower Auditorium.
Geeseytown Fire Company will host a Craft Fair, Basket Raffle and Bake Sale from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, at the Geeseytown Fire Hall, Hollidaysburg.
The Bach Choir of Pittsburgh opens its season with "The Creation: When Man Plays God," a unique presentation of the classic 1931 film "Frankenstein," accompanied by a live R&B soundtrack, at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, and at 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 25, at Row House Hollywood -- Dormont, 1449 Potomac Ave., Pittsburgh. For tickets, season subscriptions and additional information, visit bachchoirpgh.org.
Compass Inn Museum, Laughlintown, will present "Haunted Halloween Tales: Stories from The Ligonier Valley," from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, and Sunday, Oct. 25. Tickets are $13 and reservations are recommended. To purchase tickets, visit compassinn.org/eventcalendar
There will be a Costume Promenade through downtown Bedford at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 31, starting at 124 S. Juliana St., for children 12 and under, accompanied by an adult. The event is free.
Join us for Senior Game Time from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 27, in St. Michael's Church basement, Hollidaysburg. We play bingo and pinochle, but other games and puzzles are available. You can even bring your favorite to share. This is a free program open to anyone 55 years of age and better sponsored by St. Mary and St. Michael Parish. If you require a helper or companion, please bring them along to enjoy the fun. Call Emilee at 814-215-2869 with any questions.
The Center for the Performing Arts, University Park, will present "Ten Thousand Hours" at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 27, in the Eisenhower Auditorium. Tickets are available to purchase online at cpa.psu.edu, by calling 814-863-0255 or in person at the Eisenhower Auditorium.
The Center for the Performing Arts, University Park, will present "Clue" at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 29, in the Eisenhower Auditorium. Based on the fan-favorite 1985 Paramount Pictures movie and inspired by the classic Hasbro board game. Tickets are available to purchase online at cpa.psu.edu, by calling 814-863-0255 or in person at the Eisenhower Auditorium.
The Newburg Fire Association, Altoona, will host a Creepy Cash Bash from 5 to 9 p.m. and Costume Party from 9 to 11 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31. Admission is $50 for dinner, drinks and one drawing entry for two people. For more information, see the Newburg Fire Association Facebook page.
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Canada's #1 tribute to Dolly Parton, Daphne Moens, will perform at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 1, at The Palace Theatre, Greensburg.Tickets start at $35 and can be purchased oline at westmorelandculturaltrust.org
Hollywood Nights, a Bob Seger & The Silver Bullet Band tribute, will perform at 8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3, at The Mishler Theatre, Altoona. Tickets start at $49 and can be purchased online at mishlertheatre.org
Garrison Starr brings a big voice, flinty songs, and gospel-tinged Americana to The Attic on Friday, Oct. 9. Tickets are $45 and are available at tickets.thestatetheatre.org
Alabama will perform at the Bryce Jordan Center, State College, at 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 9. Tickets are available at ticketmaster.com
The Band Memo will bring NYC rock songs with jam-band instincts to The State Theatre, State College, at 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 9. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased online at tickets.thestatetheatre.org
West Coast roots band The Brothers Comatose will perform at The State Theatre, State College, at 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22. Tickets are $32 and can be purchased at tickets.thestatetheatre.org
Hotel California, an Eagles tribute band, will perform at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22, at The Palace Theatre, Greensburg. Tickets start at $35 and can be purchased at westmorelandculturaltrust.org
Colby T. Helms & The Virginia Creepers will bring a night of Appalachian country to The Attic in The State Theatre, State College, at 8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24. For tickets, visit tickets.thestatetheatre.org
John Summit will bring his CTRL Escape Area Tour to the Bryce Jordan Center, University Park, Friday, Oct. 30. Tickets are available at ticketmaster.com
Reprise will bring its iconic Phish show to The State Theatre, State College, at 8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 5. Tickets are $26 and can be purchased at tickets.thestatetheatre.org
Roots rock-outlaw country songwriter Steve Earle will perform at The State Theatre, State College, at 8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7. Tickets are $75 and can be purchased at tickets.thestatetheatre.org
Magical Mystery Doors will present a blend of The Beatles, Led Zeppelin and the Doors at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20, at the Mishler Theatre, Altoona. Tickets start at $49 and can be purchased at mishlertheatre.org. For more information, visit https://tinyurl.com/4edtc6zx
Ongoing events across the area!
Baker Mansion is open for the 2026 season with tours available from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. For more information, visit blairhistory.org
The East Broad Top Railroad runs Friday through Sunday. Typical departures are 10:30 a.m., noon and 1:30 p.m. For tickets and more information, visit eastbroadtop.com/ride/
Saturday Card Club, 10 a.m. first Saturday of each month. SAMA-Ligonier. $5 a session.
Registration is not required, but can be made by calling 724-238-6015 or emailing ligonier@sama-art.org.
Yoga in the Museum, 10:30 a.m. to noon first Sunday of every month at the Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art in Altoona. Guests must bring their own mat. Cost: $15 donation to the museum.
Games Night, noon-4 p.m. Last Saturday of every month. Gallery on Gazebo, 140 Gazebo Park, Johnstown. Free.
The Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art, Altoona, is proud to present Conversations with Light, an exhibition of photographs by Skip Allen, on view through Sunday, Oct. 4. The Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art is located in the Brett Building at 1210 11th Ave., Altoona. The hours of operation are noon to 4:30 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday. Admission is free.