A warm spring day during Memorial Day weekend is accompanied by the sights, sounds, and tastes of Hoppy Valley Brewers Fest. The Happy Valley community gathers together outside, with live music floating around the venue, conversations being held between friends, and new beers being tried. It is far beyond just an average beer festival, but rather it’s a day of excitement and fun that builds community connection while celebrating the breweries that make up Happy Valley.
The Bryce Jordan Center will host the kickoff of the highly anticipated Commonwealth Concert Series—where “we put the PA in Party”—with a free, star-studded concert featuring multi-platinum country artist Cole Swindell and special guest Gabby Barrett on Saturday, May 23, 2026.
As part of America250PA’s statewide celebration leading up to the nation’s 250th anniversary, the Commonwealth Concert Series delivers a once-in-a-generation musical experience across Pennsylvania. The five-city series highlights the Commonwealth’s rich history and cultural identity while uniting communities through live music, storytelling, and shared pride.
The State College stop, “A Salute to Service and Sacrifice,” will take place at the Bryce Jordan Center, honoring the region’s deep-rooted traditions while bringing fans together for an unforgettable night of music.
Hoppy Valley Brewers Fest is just around the corner, happening on May 24, 2026. With this being the third-annual year of the event, its evolution has been remarkable, offering guests with more opportunities than ever before. The festival continues to evolve as a full festival, rather than a typical sampling event, while continuing to offer guests with pours from some of the top regional breweries.
A warm spring day during Memorial Day weekend is accompanied by the sights, sounds, and tastes of Hoppy Valley Brewers Fest. The Happy Valley community gathers together outside, with live music floating around the venue, conversations being held between friends, and new beers being tried. It is far beyond just an average beer festival, but rather it’s a day of excitement and fun that builds community connection while celebrating the breweries that make up Happy Valley.
The Bryce Jordan Center will host the kickoff of the highly anticipated Commonwealth Concert Series—where “we put the PA in Party”—with a free, star-studded concert featuring multi-platinum country artist Cole Swindell and special guest Gabby Barrett on Saturday, May 23, 2026.
As part of America250PA’s statewide celebration leading up to the nation’s 250th anniversary, the Commonwealth Concert Series delivers a once-in-a-generation musical experience across Pennsylvania. The five-city series highlights the Commonwealth’s rich history and cultural identity while uniting communities through live music, storytelling, and shared pride.
The State College stop, “A Salute to Service and Sacrifice,” will take place at the Bryce Jordan Center, honoring the region’s deep-rooted traditions while bringing fans together for an unforgettable night of music.
Hoppy Valley Brewers Fest is just around the corner, happening on May 24, 2026. With this being the third-annual year of the event, its evolution has been remarkable, offering guests with more opportunities than ever before. The festival continues to evolve as a full festival, rather than a typical sampling event, while continuing to offer guests with pours from some of the top regional breweries.
