The Brothers Comatose with special guest Caledonia

The State Theatre presents The Brothers Comatose, a celebrated West Coast roots band known for fusing old-school string band instrumentation with rock-and-roll energy. Featuring rich vocal harmonies and driving guitar, fiddle, banjo, mandolin, and upright bass, the band delivers a warm, high-energy sound that has earned them a devoted following nationwide.

Since forming in 2008, The Brothers Comatose have captivated audiences with their dynamic live performances, festival appearances, and acclaimed recordings, bringing a fresh and innovative spirit to Americana, bluegrass, and roots music.

‍ ‍Who: The Brothers Comatose

‍ ‍What: Concert

‍ ‍Where: The Friedman Auditorium

‍ ‍When: October 22, 2026

Horseshoe Volleyball 5th-8th Grade Boys Developmental Short Season: Skills Training Session

A four-week boys volleyball development program designed for boys in grades 5–8. This program focuses on teaching and refining fundamental volleyball skills, including serving, passing, setting, hitting, and teamwork, in a fun and supportive environment. Led by experienced coaches, participants will build confidence, improve athletic fundamentals, and develop a better understanding of the game through engaging drills, instruction, and competitive play. Whether you’re new to volleyball or looking to take your skills to the next level, this program is a great opportunity to learn, grow, and enjoy the sport.

Who: Boys in Grades 5th-8th

What: Volleyball Skills Training Session

Where: Rec Hall, South Gym (Penn State University)

When: October 20, 2026

Horseshoe Volleyball 5th-8th Grade Boys Developmental Short Season: Gameplay Session

A four-week boys volleyball development program designed for boys in grades 5–8. This program focuses on teaching and refining fundamental volleyball skills, including serving, passing, setting, hitting, and teamwork, in a fun and supportive environment. Led by experienced coaches, participants will build confidence, improve athletic fundamentals, and develop a better understanding of the game through engaging drills, instruction, and competitive play. Whether you’re new to volleyball or looking to take your skills to the next level, this program is a great opportunity to learn, grow, and enjoy the sport.

Who: Boys in Grades 5th-8th

What: Volleyball Gameplay Session

Where: Rec Hall, South Gym (Penn State University)

When: October 18, 2026

John Gallagher Junior

John Gallagher Jr. is a Brooklyn-based singer-songwriter, Tony Award-winning actor, and acclaimed performer known for roles in Spring Awakening, American Idiot, The Newsroom, Short Term 12, and 10 Cloverfield Lane. Beyond the stage and screen, Gallagher has built a reputation as a compelling songwriter whose music is rooted in raw, honest, and heartfelt storytelling. Drawing inspiration from artists like John Prine, Elvis Costello, and Bruce Springsteen, Gallagher blends folk rock and Americana with deeply personal songwriting. His latest album, Goodbye or Something (2024), explores themes of lost love, family, and the power of music with both humor and emotional depth, showcasing his most

‍ ‍Who: John Gallagher Junior

‍ ‍What: Concert

‍ ‍When: October 17, 2026

‍ ‍Where: The State Theater

Griffin House

For more than 20 years, Griffin House has been captivating audiences as an American singer-songwriter and storyteller, building a career defined by heartfelt songwriting and relentless touring. With a discography spanning more than 13 albums, House earned early acclaim with his debut record Lost and Found (2004), which was featured on CBS Sunday Morning and led music critic Bill Flanagan to name him one of the best emerging singer-songwriters of his time.

Who: Griffin House

‍ ‍What: Singer-Songwriter Concert

‍ ‍When: October 15, 2026

‍ ‍Where: The State Theater

Horseshoe Volleyball 5th-8th Grade Boys Developmental Short Season: Skills Training Session

A four-week boys volleyball development program designed for boys in grades 5–8. This program focuses on teaching and refining fundamental volleyball skills, including serving, passing, setting, hitting, and teamwork, in a fun and supportive environment. Led by experienced coaches, participants will build confidence, improve athletic fundamentals, and develop a better understanding of the game through engaging drills, instruction, and competitive play. Whether you’re new to volleyball or looking to take your skills to the next level, this program is a great opportunity to learn, grow, and enjoy the sport.

Who: Boys in Grades 5th-8th

What: Volleyball Skills Training Session

Where: Rec Hall, South Gym (Penn State University)

When: November 1, 2026

Horseshoe Volleyball 5th-8th Grade Boys Developmental Short Season: GamePlay Session

A four-week boys volleyball development program designed for boys in grades 5–8. This program focuses on teaching and refining fundamental volleyball skills, including serving, passing, setting, hitting, and teamwork, in a fun and supportive environment. Led by experienced coaches, participants will build confidence, improve athletic fundamentals, and develop a better understanding of the game through engaging drills, instruction, and competitive play. Whether you’re new to volleyball or looking to take your skills to the next level, this program is a great opportunity to learn, grow, and enjoy the sport.

Who: Boys in Grades 5th-8th

What: Volleyball Gameplay Session

Where: Rec Hall, South Gym (Penn State University)

When: October 11, 2026

Penn State Football vs. USC Trojans

Who: Penn State Football

What: Football

Where: Beaver Stadium

When: October 10, 2026

Garrison Starr with Special guest L. Rodgers

Garrison Starr is the quintessential musical triple threat: singer, songwriter, and Grammy-nominated record producer. Throughout her acclaimed career, Starr has earned a reputation for emotionally honest songwriting, powerful vocals, and a fearless willingness to explore deeply personal themes. Her forthcoming full-length album, Garrison Starr and The Gospel Truth, finds her at the height of her creative powers.

‍ ‍Who: Garrison Starr

‍ ‍What: Concert

‍ ‍Where: The State Theater

‍ ‍When: October 9, 2026

The Band Memo & Ham on a Stick

The State Theatre presents The Memo & Ham on a Stick, an exciting night of original rock music featuring two rising bands from New York City and State College. The Memo blends classic songwriting with exploratory instrumental jams, drawing inspiration from folk, Americana, jam, and rock traditions, while Ham on a Stick brings its genre-bending sound and high-energy live show to the stage.

Known for their electrifying performances and ever-changing setlists, both bands deliver a unique concert experience that celebrates creativity, musicianship, and live rock at its best.

‍ ‍Who: The Band Memo & Ham on a Stick

‍ ‍What: Concert

‍ ‍Where: The Friedman Auditorium

When: October 9, 2026

The Second City

Celebrating its 65th anniversary year, the world’s most influential name in comedy, The Second City, is thrilled to return to The State Theatre, in State College, PA with The Best of The Second City!

From the stages that launched icons like Tina Fey, Stephen Colbert, Steve Carell, Keegan-Michael Key, and so many more comes The Best of The Second City! This high-energy show blends our signature improv comedy with hilarious songs, classic characters, and timeless sketches - handpicked from our rich comedy archive, written by the world’s funniest minds, and reimagined by today’s boldest comedic voices. Step into the legacy that’s been redefining comedy for 65 years.

Who: The Second City

What: Comedy Show

When: October 8, 2026

Where: The State Theater

The Youngers

The Youngers have spent more than 26 years crafting a sound rooted in classic American songwriting. Blending harmony vocals, guitar-driven arrangements, and timeless storytelling with a modern alternative edge, the band moves seamlessly between indie rock, heartland rock, Americana, and American roots music. Since forming in 1999, The Youngers have built a reputation for music that is both familiar and forward-looking.

Who: The Youngers

What: Live Concert

When: October 3, 2026

Where: The State Theater

Splintered SUnlight

Formed in 1992, Splintered Sunlight has been captivating audiences with their authentic tribute to The Grateful Dead for decades. The band’s faithful following reflects their deep understanding of the improvisational traditions of The Grateful Dead.

Who: Splintered Sunlight

What: Concert

When: October 2, 2026

Where: The State Theater

A Table For Two

Combining the best of Americana and blues melodies with timeless Southern storytelling, A Tale Of Two brings together award-winning vocalist Stephanie Adlington and guitarist Aaron Lessard for an unforgettable evening of music. Drawing inspiration from artists such as Tom Waits, Ray LaMontagne, Patsy Cline, and Hank Williams Sr., the duo crafts songs filled with rich characters, vivid imagery, and stories of sinners, redemption, revenge, and late-night adventures.

‍ ‍Who: A Table Of Two

What: Concert

When: October 1st, 2026 @8:00 PM

Where: The State Theater

Happy Valley Town Series

Happy Valley Town Series is back for the second year at Tussey Mountain! Join riders of all ages under the lights for three Wednesday nights of running, biking, live music and food. Whether you are racing or cheering from the sidelines, there is something for everyone.

What: Happy Valley Town Series

Where: Tussey Mountain

When: September 30, 2026

Penn State Football vs. Wisconsin Badgers

Who: Penn State Football

What: Football

Where: Beaver Stadium

When: September 26, 2026

TUSK The Classic Fleetwood Mac Tribute

No fancy tricks, no gimmicks, just five musicians recreating the music of Fleetwood Mac to perfection with note for note renditions that no other Fleetwood Mac tribute on the touring scene today can come close to duplicating. Authentic-sounding and always respectful, TUSK leaves no stone unturned in replicating the sounds of one of the world’s best loved, top-selling bands.

Playing hits and deep cuts spanning the careers of Rock N’ Roll Hall of Fame inductees Fleetwood Mac, TUSK has been crisscrossing the country since 2008 as The Classic Fleetwood Mac Tribute. Five pro musicians turned into masters of their trade through decades of individual music study, live performance, creative risk, and devotion to the art.

Who: TUSK The Classic Fleetwood Mac Tribute

What: Concert

Where: The State Theatre

When: September 25, 2026

Happy Valley Town Series

Happy Valley Town Series is back for the second year at Tussey Mountain! Join riders of all ages under the lights for three Wednesday nights of running, biking, live music and food. Whether you are racing or cheering from the sidelines, there is something for everyone.

What: Happy Valley Town Series

Where:Tussey Mountain

When: September 23, 2026

St. Paul & The Broken Bones

St. Paul & The Broken Bones are a powerhouse soul ensemble from Alabama known for their electrifying live shows and impassioned vocals. Formed in Birmingham in 2011, the band features Paul Janeway (vocals), Jesse Phillips (bass), Browan Lollar (guitar), Kevin Leon (drums), Al Gamble (keyboards), Allen Branstetter (trumpet), Chad Fisher (trombone), and Amari Ansari (saxophone).

Their new self-titled sixth album marks a creative renewal—melding the band’s adventurous spirit with a return to soulful, song-focused roots. Recorded at the legendary FAME Studios and produced by Eg White (Adele, Celine Dion), the record blends psych-funk grooves, gospel-tinged ballads, and cinematic rock flourishes. Tracks like “Sushi and Coca-Cola” and “Going Back” reflect both personal introspection and the band’s deepened identity after a decade of evolution.

Who: St. Paul & The Broken Bones

What: Concert

When: September 22, 2026

Where: The State Theater

Kieran Kane & Rayna Gellert

Kieran Kane’s seminal work in The O’Kanes and Kane Welch Kaplin, as well as co-founding the independent label Dead Reckoning Records, laid the foundation for the contemporary world of Americana music. A successful solo artist, collaborator, and songwriter (with songs recorded by Alan Jackson, John Prine, Emmylou Harris, and many more), Kieran is a musician’s musician: his playing is always understated, always groove-oriented, and always serving the song.

If Rayna Gellert seems a preternaturally gifted songwriter, it’s because she’s seen farther into the old songs than most. Growing up in a musical family, she turned to Appalachian old-time music at a young age, becoming a prodigious fiddler and leading a new revival of American stringband music through her work with the acclaimed roots band Uncle Earl. An in-demand collaborator, she has toured and recorded with artists such as Scott Miller, Abigail Washburn, Joachim Cooder, and Robyn Hitchcock.

Who: Kieran Kane & Rayna Gellert

What: Concert

When: September 20, 2026

Where: The State Theater

Penn State Football vs. Buffalo Bulls

Who: Penn State Football

What: Football

Where: Beaver Stadium

When: September 19, 2026

Come Back To Earth: Mac Miller Live Band Tribute

Dan Tyminski was six years old when his parents began taking him to fiddle contests, square dances, and bluegrass festivals across New England. For a young musician who would later become one of the biggest names in modern-day bluegrass, those early experiences were life changing.

“Watching live music always spoke to me much louder than sitting in front of my record player,” he remembers. “I loved it. Wherever music was being played, I wanted to go watch. Years later, I still feel that way.”

Throughout his 30+ year career, Tyminski has left his mark in every corner of modern music. His voice famously accompanies George Clooney’s performance of the Stanley Brothers’ classic song, “I Am A Man of Constant Sorrow,” in the film, Oh Brother, Where Art Thou? and his vocal collaboration with Swedish DJ Avicii on the song “Hey Brother” was a global smash, having been streamed more than a billion times to date. His diverse solo projects and years of work with Alison Krauss and Union Station have yielded troves of award-winning music.

Who: Come Back To Earth: Mac Miller Live Band Tribute

What: Concert

When: September 18, 2026

Where: The State Theater

Smilo & the Ghost

Dan Tyminski was six years old when his parents began taking him to fiddle contests, square dances, and bluegrass festivals across New England. For a young musician who would later become one of the biggest names in modern-day bluegrass, those early experiences were life changing.

“Watching live music always spoke to me much louder than sitting in front of my record player,” he remembers. “I loved it. Wherever music was being played, I wanted to go watch. Years later, I still feel that way.”

Throughout his 30+ year career, Tyminski has left his mark in every corner of modern music. His voice famously accompanies George Clooney’s performance of the Stanley Brothers’ classic song, “I Am A Man of Constant Sorrow,” in the film, Oh Brother, Where Art Thou? and his vocal collaboration with Swedish DJ Avicii on the song “Hey Brother” was a global smash, having been streamed more than a billion times to date. His diverse solo projects and years of work with Alison Krauss and Union Station have yielded troves of award-winning music.

Who: Smilo & the Ghost

What: Concert

When: September 18, 2026

Where: The State Theater

Happy Valley Town Series

Happy Valley Town Series is back for the second year at Tussey Mountain! Join riders of all ages under the lights for three Wednesday nights of running, biking, live music and food. Whether you are racing or cheering from the sidelines, there is something for everyone.

What: Happy Valley Town Series

Where: Tussey Mountain

When: September 16, 2026