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Saturday, Oct. 17
Join historian Jared Frederick for a walking tour, "Haunted Altoona: Murder and Mystery in Railroad City" at 6:30 and 8:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17. Admission is $15 per person. Check-in is at Levity Brewing Company. Register online at square.link/u/ICsYzWU7. For more information, email brushmountainmedia@gmail.com.
P&J Productions will present the beloved musical "The Wizard of Oz," Saturday, Oct. 17 and Sunday, Oct 18, at the Mishler Theatre. 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
Felix & The Hurricanes will perform from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, at the Heidelberg CC, 812 Frankstown Road, Altoona. Cover charge is $5. Food from Rob's Catering & Grill will be available.
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.
The Johnstown Symphony Orchestra (JSO) invites audiences to experience the excitement of live orchestral music at their opening night performance, "Halloween at the Symphony" at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, at the Pasquerilla Performing Arts Center. The program will feature "Harry Potter Medley," "Night on Bald Mountain," by Mussorgsky, "This Midnight Hour," by Anna Clyne and "Piano Concerto No. 1" by Brahms. Tickets start at $10 and can be purchased online at johnstownsymphony.org or by calling 81-535-6738.
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 Swiss Club, Altoona, will host Monster Mash 100 Club at 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17. This frightfully fun event is a fundraiser to benefit Family Services Inc.'s Family Shelter. Admission is $100 for two and includes dinner, drinks and entry into the 100 Club drawing. Come dressed in costume (optional). To purchase tickets, call 814-944-3583.
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.
Visit Fort Roberdeau and experience Frontier Trick or Treat: A Revolutionary Experience from 4 to 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17. Designed for students in kindergarten through sixth grade, this family-friendly event combines the fun of trick-or-treating with demonstrations about life on the frontier during the Revolutionary War era. Admission is $10 per carload. Be sure to bring your own bag to collect your treats. Students are encouraged to dress up in their Halloween costumes but be sure to dress for the outdoors. For more information, visit fortroberdeau.org.
Sunday, Oct. 18
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.
A variety of local musicians will share their talents at a fundraiser to help feed the hungry at 6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 18, in the sanctuary of St. Luke's Episcopal Church, Altoona. The performance, entitled Eclectic Music: Accordions to Ukuleles, features music ranging from classical pieces to catchy Halloween favorites. There is no admission fee, though donations will be gratefully accepted. All proceeds from the show will go to support St. Luke's Food Pantry's monthly distribution.
Coming up
The Blair County Historical Society will present "History Speaks: A BCHS Lecture Series -- Colonial-Era Legends and Folklore" with Michael Allison, at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 21 at the Railroaders Memorial Museum. Admission is free but donations are welcome. For the Blair County Historical Society's remaining 2026 lecture schedule, visit blairhistory.org/events.
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.
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 Friends of the Hollidaysburg Area Public Library will hold their Fall Used Book Sale from Wednesday, Oct. 21 through Friday, Oct. 23, at the library. Sale hours are 9:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday and Thursday, and 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Friday. A "Friends Members Preview" sale will be held from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 20. A bag of books will be discounted to $5 from 5 to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, and all day Friday. For more information, call the library at 814-695-5961.
The Blair County Historical Society will host Haunted Lantern Tours of the Baker Mansion from 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23 and Saturday, Oct. 24. Tickets are $6 and can be purchased at the Baker Mansion's Visitor Center during their public tour hours. For more ticket buying options and additional event details, visit blairhistory.org/events.
Greenwood Furnace State Park, Huntingdon, will host Halloween in the Park from 5:30 to 7:30 Saturday, Oct. 24, at Pavilion #6. Enjoy an evening of Halloween-themed games and activities. Trick-or-treat will be held in the campground along with a campsite decorating contest. The program is free.
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.
The Altoona Symphony Orchestra will present "From Shadow to Light" with guest conductor, Maestro Scott Seaton, at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, at the Mishler Theatre, Altoona. The performance will feature Beethoven's "Egmont Overture," ASO Principal Viola John Roxburgh performing Max Bruch's "Romance" and Paul Hindemith's "Trauermusik," and Sibelius No. 2. Tickets are $36 and can be purchased by visiting mishlertheatre.vbotickets.com/events or calling 814-944-9434.
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. Each evening, the 19th century stagecoach inn will transform into a haunted haven where period-dressed docents share spine-tingling tales of real-life hauntings and mysterious happenings. Tickets are $13 and reservations are recommended. To purchase tickets, visit compassinn.org/eventcalendar
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 and 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 sponsored by St. Mary and St. Michael Parish. If you require a helper or companion, bring them along to enjoy the fun. Call Emilee at 814-215-2869 with any questions.
Penn State Center Stage, University Park, will present "The Wolves," from Oct. 27 through Nov. 7, at the Pavilion 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.
Australian physical theater troupe Gravity and Other Myths will present an ode to the journey to peak form with "Ten Thousand Hours" at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 27, in Eisenhower Auditorium, University Park. Tickets are $52 for an adult, $14 for a University Park student and $19 for a person 18 and younger. For tickets, visit cpa.psu.edu/events/gravity-other-myths.
Author Cathy Breisacher will present a book talk about her new picture book "Letters to Santa" at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 27, in the Community Room of the Hollidaysburg Area Public Library, 1 Furnace Road. Children accompanied by an adult are invited and can write their own letter to Santa from 6 to 7 p.m. For more information, visit bcrdgcouncil.weebly.com.
Halloween Bingo to benefit the Alzheimer's Association will be held from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 28, at Celebration Villa of Altoona. The cost is $10 for 10 games.
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, "Clue" is a murder-mystery that will keep you guessing until the final twist. Tickets are available to purchase online at cpa.psu.edu, by calling 814-863-0255 or in person at the Eisenhower Auditorium.
Fort Roberdeau will hold a Veterans Recognition day from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31, for veterans and active duty military, spouses and caregivers. The event is free and will include a social, lunch and fellowship hour and the Battle of the Branches trivia contest. For more information, visit fortroberdeau.org.
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.
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.
The Alum Bank Fire Company is hosting their annual craft show from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31. The event includes a bake, book and soup sale. Soups are $9 per quart and can be ordered by calling 814-839-2970.
Altoona Benefiting Thon will host its second annual Basket Bingo at noon Sunday, Nov. 1, in the Adler Athletic Complex at Penn State Altoona. Tickets are $25 and will not be sold at the door. To pre-register, visit http://tiny.cc/vwlb101
Shanghai Ballet and The Center for the Performing Arts, University Park, will present "Giselle" at 4 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 5, 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 Glut1 Deficiency Foundation will present a fundraiser, Crafting For A Cure Indoor Craft Festival, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, at the Tyrone Armory, 956 S. Logan Ave., Tyrone. Admission is free and the festival will feature local crafters, artisans and makers.
The Newburg Fire Association, Altoona, will host a Night at the Races from 5 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7. Admission is $50 for two and includes "ownership" of one horse, dinner and drinks. For more information, see the Newburg Fire Association Facebook page.
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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.
Bruce Schettig will perform from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23, on the Patio at the Heidelberg CC, 812 Frankstown Road, Altoona. No cover charge. Food from Rob's Catering & Grill will be available.
The Rocket Blasters will perform from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, at the Heidelberg CC, 812 Frankstown Road, Altoona. Cover charge is $5. Food from Rob's Catering & Grill will be available.
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
Phil McCauley will perform from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30, on the Patio at the Heidelberg CC, 812 Frankstown Road, Altoona. No cover charge. Food from Rob's Catering & Grill will be available.
7th Virtue will perform from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31, at the Heidelberg CC, 812 Frankstown Road, Altoona. There will be a costume party. Cover charge is $5. Food from Rob's Catering & Grill will be available.
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
"Abbamania + A Cher Tribute" is coming to The Palace Theatre, Greensburg, at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 5. Tickets start at $35 and can be purchased online at: westmorelandculturaltrust.org or by calling the ticket office at 724-836-8000.
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
Mike Sexton will bring his Toby Keith tribute show, "American Ride," to The Palace Theatre, Greensburg, at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 12. Tickets start at $35 and can be purchased online at westmorelandculturaltrust.org or by calling the ticket office at 724-836-8000.
1492 Home Association will present Felix And The Hurricanes from 7 to 10 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, at Knights of Columbus, 1508 12th Ave., Altoona. Doors open at 6 p.m. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased in advance by calling 814-280-7661. Food and beverage included.
Latshaw Productions will present "That 70's Rock Show," a high-octane 70's rock tribute, at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, at The Palace Theatre, Greensburg. Tickets start at $33 and can be purchased online at westmorelandculturaltrust.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
The Community Arts Center of Cambria County (CACCC) is proud to present its final exhibition of 2026 hosted in the Goldhaber-Fend Fine Arts Center gallery, "Metal Art." In this collection of artworks, Alan K. Lichtenfels presents art creations made by welding recycled metal, old tools, found pieces and more. "Metal Art" will be on display from
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Friday, Oct. 30. Admission is based on a "pay what you decide" donation.
Children's Museum of Pittsburgh is debuting a new exhibit, "It's a Beautiful Day to be You: Inspired by Mister Rogers, Daniel Tiger and Donkey Hodie." The exhibit will be available from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. during regular museum hours through Jan. 3, 2027.
What does it mean to be American? The Palmer Museum of Art, University Park, is examining that question in the special exhibition "Dreaming American Futures," on view now through Nov. 29. The major juried exhibition is mounted in response to the celebration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence and includes artwork from 50 contemporary artists chosen from the Penn State and local communities.
The Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art in Bedford (SAMA) is thrilled to announce the much-anticipated return of its Biennial Exhibition for 2026. This exhibition, a celebration of contemporary art and worldwide talent, runs through Sunday, Oct. 18. The Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art is located at the historic Anderson House at 137 E. Pitt St. Bedford. The hours of operation are noon to 4:30 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday. The museum is open to the public free of charge. We suggest a $5 admission donation to help support SAMA's free and low-cost educational services, cultural event programming, and regional artistic exhibitions. For more information, visit sama-art.org, call 814- 589-3020 or email bedford@sama-art.org.
The Downtown State College Improvement District's 2026 season of First Friday brings an evening of art, music, shopping and dining back to the heart of downtown through December. Validated parking is available at the Pugh, Fraser and Beaver garages. For updates and a full list of participating businesses, visit FirstFridayStateCollege.com
The Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art in Bedford is pleased to announce its 50th Anniversary Exhibition, open from noon to 4:30 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday at the historic Anderson House, 137 E. Pitt St., Bedford. Suggested admission is $5. This special exhibition will feature a curated selection of works from SAMA's permanent collection, celebrating five decades of art and culture. Visitors will view iconic works including Andy Warhol and selections by local metal sculptor, Kurt Bonello. For more information, visit sama-art.org, call 814-589-3020 or email bedford@sama-art.org.
Art Trivia, 7 to 9 p.m., third Tuesday of the month, at Levity Brewing, 411 11th Ave., Altoona. Show off your knowledge of all things art and compete against other teams in this fast-growing event. No registration required; just show up. Donations welcome but not required.
Preschool Storytime and Craft Hour for young art enthusiasts and their families is held from 1 to 2 p.m. Saturdays at the Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art Altoona (SAMA). This event is ideal for ages 3-6 and children must be accompanied by an adult. The event is free; no registration required. For more information, visit https://www.sama-art.org or call 814-946-4464 or email altoona@sama-art.org and like us on Facebook and Instagram @SAMAaltoona.
Model Train Open House, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. every Saturday. Alto Model Train Museum Association, 1117 Ninth Ave., Altoona. Visits can be arranged by calling 814-942-2676.
Games Night, noon-4 p.m. Last Saturday of every month. Gallery on Gazebo, 140 Gazebo Park, Johnstown. Free.