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Saturday, Oct. 31
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 its 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.
Penn State Center Stage, University Park, will present "The Wolves," 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.
Sunday, Nov. 1
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 preregister, visit http://tiny.cc/vwlb101
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The Centre Film Festival will run from Nov. 2 through Nov. 8. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit centrefilm.org.
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.
Centre Ballroom Dance will be sponsoring a ballroom dance from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 8, at the Mount Nittany United Methodist Church, State College. The cost is $10 and it is requested that you bring a snack to share.
The Nittany Valley Symphony continues its 60th anniversary season with "From the New World," an evening featuring two of the most beloved works in the orchestral repertoire, at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 12, at Eisenhower Auditorium, College Park. Tickets are $35 and can be purchased at am.ticketmaster.com/psuarts/buy/ism/TlZTMTExMg
Altoona Community Theatre will present "Murder on the Orient Express," at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 12, Friday,
Nov. 13, Saturday, Nov. 14, and at 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 15, at the Mishler Theatre. For tickets, visit mishlertheatre.org.
Bishop Carroll Catholic High School, Ebensburg, will hold a Wine Tasting & Sales event from 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14. The event will feature wine tasting and sales, gourmet food, bakery confections, a basket raffle, jewelry, candles, crafts and more. There will be a drawing at 8 p.m. for cash prizes totaling $25,000. Admission is $25.
"Golden Girls: The Laughs Continue," will be presented at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17, at the Mishler Theatre. For tickets, visit mishlertheatre.org.
The Hollidaysburg Holiday Market, a huge shopping event with local vendors, will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, at Charles W. Longer and Frankstown Elementary Schools. The event will feature 60+ local vendors, a bake sale, basket raffles and more. For more information, visit https://fb.me/e/6BiVHjRHY
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The Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament, Altoona, will host a candlelight concert, "Requiem, Souls and Saints: A Journey from Grief to Glory," at 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31. The concert will feature six talented young adult musicians from throughout the region and will explore themes of the most important parts of the Christian life: death and resurrection through sacred and classical works. Admission is free and the concert will be followed by a social in the parish hall.
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.
Reprise, a band that formed to recreate iconic Phish shows, will perform at 8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 5, at The State Theatre, State College. For tickets, visit https://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
Celebrate the global language and enduring spirit of a genre with Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra's national tour of "Marsalis' Swinging Cities" at 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 8, in Eisenhower Auditorium, State College. Tickets are $69 for an adult, $14 for a University Park student and $23 for a person 18 and younger. To purchase tickets, visit cpa.psu.edu/events/wynton-marsalis-2026
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 the Knights of Columbus, 1508 12th Ave., Altoona. Tickets are $25 and include food and a beverage. To purchase tickets, call 814-280-7661.
Seth Walker will perform at 8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17, at The Attic at the State Theatre, State College. For tickets, visit thestatetheatre.org
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
Brass Express, a tribute to Chicago & Beyond, will perform at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, at the Mishler Theatre. For tickets, visit mishlertheatre.org.
A Motown Christmas will perform at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 24, at the Mishler Theatre. For tickets, visit mishlertheatre.org.
Ongoing events across the area!
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.
History and nature lovers have a new reason to explore Central Pennsylvania with the launch of the Pennsylvania Mainline Canal Driving Trail, a self-guided, 125-mile scenic route that winds through six counties along the Juniata River. This immersive trail showcases the legacy of one of America's most remarkable engineering feats -- the Pennsylvania Mainline Canal system -- and invites travelers to experience the past while enjoying the beauty of the present. Developed through a collaboration between local visitor bureaus and historical societies, the trail features more than a dozen stops that span from the 1789 Clarks Ferry Tavern near Duncannon to the Allegheny Ridge in Portage. Along the way, visitors can explore a fascinating mix of well-preserved and timeworn canal landmarks. The tour can be found at JuniataRiverCanalTour.com
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.
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.
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. This event is ideal for ages 3-6 and children must be accompanied by an adult. The event is free; no registration required. SAMA is in the Brett Building, 1210 11th Ave., Altoona. Hours are noon to 4:30 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday. The museum is an accessible facility and is open to the public free of charge. Donations are accepted to help support SAMA's free and low-cost educational services, cultural event programming, and regional artistic exhibitions. 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.
Yoga in the Museum, 10:30 a.m. to noon, first Sunday of every month at the Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art in Altoona. Arya Yoga Studio will lead participants while surrounded by artwork for an hour-long session of yoga, and time afterward to reflect and enjoy the other galleries available at the museum. Guests will receive a free drink token to be used at Levity Brewing. Guests must bring their own mat. Cost is $15 donation to the museum.
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.
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.
St. Mary and St. Michael Parishes are sponsoring "Senior Game Time" from 1:30-3:30 p.m. every fourth Tuesday of the month at St. Michael's Church Hall, 301 Spruce St., Hollidaysburg. Admission is free and open to anyone 55 years of age or older. Bring a friend for some free fun and prizes or just enjoy a cup of coffee and visit with friends. If you require a helper, bring them along to enjoy the fun.