As the year comes to a close, all of us at the Happy Valley Sports & Entertainment Alliance would like to wish you a joyful and relaxing holiday season. This year was filled with memorable moments, exciting events, and strong community connections, and none of it would have been possible without the continued support of our partners, participants, volunteers, and fans. Your enthusiasm and dedication help make Happy Valley a premier destination for sports and entertainment.
As 2025 comes to a close, we’re taking a moment to reflect on another exciting year in Happy Valley. From the Keystone Wrestling Championships to the State College Criterium, this year was filled with memorable events that brought energy, competition, and community together.
Inside, we’re highlighting some of our most-read blog posts of 2025 on topics that made this year so special. We’re proud of what was accomplished and grateful for the partners, participants, and fans who helped make it all possible.
2025 was a year of momentum for Centre County and the Happy Valley Sports & Entertainment Alliance, with new events taking shape and longtime favorites continuing to grow across Happy Valley. During the year, HVSEA supported more than 40 events that drew over 23,000 athletes and nearly 58,000 spectators from around the world to experience the region. Those visits fueled local impact, generating more than 40,000 room nights and supporting over 11,000 jobs. Altogether, these events delivered more than $21 million in direct visitor spending to Centre County.
As the year comes to a close, all of us at the Happy Valley Sports & Entertainment Alliance would like to wish you a joyful and relaxing holiday season. This year was filled with memorable moments, exciting events, and strong community connections, and none of it would have been possible without the continued support of our partners, participants, volunteers, and fans. Your enthusiasm and dedication help make Happy Valley a premier destination for sports and entertainment.
As 2025 comes to a close, we’re taking a moment to reflect on another exciting year in Happy Valley. From the Keystone Wrestling Championships to the State College Criterium, this year was filled with memorable events that brought energy, competition, and community together.
Inside, we’re highlighting some of our most-read blog posts of 2025 on topics that made this year so special. We’re proud of what was accomplished and grateful for the partners, participants, and fans who helped make it all possible.
2025 was a year of momentum for Centre County and the Happy Valley Sports & Entertainment Alliance, with new events taking shape and longtime favorites continuing to grow across Happy Valley. During the year, HVSEA supported more than 40 events that drew over 23,000 athletes and nearly 58,000 spectators from around the world to experience the region. Those visits fueled local impact, generating more than 40,000 room nights and supporting over 11,000 jobs. Altogether, these events delivered more than $21 million in direct visitor spending to Centre County.
