STATE COLLEGE, PA- The excitement of race day isn't just for the pros! As part of the high-speed action of the State College Criterium on Saturday, July 26, young cyclists will get their chance to shine in the Kids’ Race — a FREE and fun event that puts little riders on the big stage.

STATE COLLEGE, PA- Summer in Happy Valley is packed with exciting events. From fast-paced bike races and lively beer festivals to top-level junior golf tournaments. Behind each of these memorable experiences is a dedicated team of volunteers who make it all possible. None of these events would be possible without the incredible support of our volunteers. Your time, energy, and enthusiasm help bring these experiences to life—whether you're guiding athletes, assisting guests, or working behind the scenes.

STATE COLLEGE, PA- Despite a rainy Father’s Day, more than 1,000 athletes and hundreds of cheering fans filled Penn State’s campus for the third annual Ironman 70.3 Happy Valley on June 15, 2025. The event challenged participants with a 70.3-mile course, starting with a 1.2-mile swim at Foster Sayers Reservoir, followed by a 56-mile bike ride and a 13.1-mile run through campus.

STATE COLLEGE, PA- On May 18, the Rothrock Trail Challenge returned to the rugged trails of Rothrock State Forest for the 13th consecutive year. Drawing runners from 11 states, including as far west as Colorado, participants tackled one of Pennsylvania’s toughest races.

By Danielle Blake STATE COLLEGE, PA— Happy Valley’s Ironman 70.3 race has earned national recognition, ranking third in Overall Satisfaction among all North American races in the 2024 Ironman Athletes’ Choice Awards.

By Geoff Rushton STATE COLLEGE, PA—A new project, 814 Originals, is celebrating Centre County’s vibrant music scene by pairing original local acts with unique downtown venues. The project kicked off with a concert and music video premiere at The State Theatre. 814 Originals is a collaboration between the Happy Valley Sports & Entertainment Alliance and Spaces in Between Productions.

By Lloyd Rogers STATE COLLEGE, PA—Downtown State College came alive on May 14 as the 814 Originals took over The State Theatre for a night of homegrown music, original stories, and powerful performances. The event, organized by the Happy Valley Sports & Entertainment Alliance, wasn’t just a concert, it was a celebration of Centre County’s lively music scene.

Happy Valley, PA — The 2025 IRONMAN® 70.3® Pennsylvania Happy Valley triathlon is coming up fast, and while the athletes are training hard for race day, the event still needs a strong team of volunteers to make it all happen.

Happy Valley, PA—Chris Bell is the kind of artist who doesn’t just play music—he embodies it. A solo artist, bandleader, producer, teacher, and all-around musical force, Bell pulls from deep wells of American roots tradition, blending blues, country, and rock into a sound that feels both timeless and fresh. With family roots stretching from North Carolina to New York City and a career that’s taken him from Los Angeles to Las Vegas, Bell brings a seasoned, soulful energy to every performance.

Happy Valley, PA—Hannah Bingman isn’t your typical folksinger. Her music isn’t about fitting a mold; it’s about breaking it, sanding it down, and carving something deeply human out of the pieces. Raised in rural Pennsylvania and shaped by an ever-shifting list of roles—student, mail carrier, prison librarian, woodworker—Bingman brings every ounce of life lived into her songwriting.

Happy Valley, PA—Caledonia is the kind of band that feels like a front porch jam session with your most talented friends, if your friends happened to be masterful at weaving together country, bluegrass, folk, and Irish influences into something wholly their own.

Happy Valley, PA—Ma’aM is a seven-headed musical tornado whipping up the Central PA scene with a sound that’s as unpredictable as it is unforgettable. Hailing from somewhere out in the rolling hills of Pennsylvania, this band takes the grit of outlaw country and smashes it headfirst into the fuzz of garage rock.