The Central PA 4th Fest is back and better than ever! The tremendous show that has been voted as one of the best fireworks displays in the country is gearing up for another action packed day of fun for the community. They start the day off with their Firecracker 4K race at University Park, then … Read more
The Central PA 4th Fest is back and better than ever! The tremendous show that has been voted as one of the best fireworks displays in the country is gearing up for another action packed day of fun for the community. They start the day off with their Firecracker 4K race at University Park, then … Read more
Applications are now open for the Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts Children and Youth Sidewalk Sale and Banner Exhibition and Competition. For children looking to develop their artistic and entrepreneurial potential, the 2024 Children and Youth Sidewalk Sale will take place on Wednesday, July 10, as a part of the 58th Central Pennsylvania Festival … Read more
Fans of the paranormal converged in Elysburg today for Central Pennsylvania’s first Bigfoot and Cryptids festival. According to the organizers Pennsylvania has the 3rd highest number of sightings of Sasquatch in the United States. Continue reading on Fox 56
Central PA 4th Fest was well underway on Tuesday as thousands crowded State College to celebrate the 4th of July. Central PA 4th Fest is the largest 4th of July Celebration in Pennsylvania known for its impressive fireworks show. Since the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020, 4th fest was scaled back to just a … Read more
Centre Co., PA (WJAC) — Organizers have released the schedule of events for the 57th annual Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts in State College. Officials say the festival attracts approximately 125,000 visitors each summer and features various artists and displays, as well as live music and other performances. Continue reading on WJAC
Diane Albright, a native plant gardener, contacted me recently to let me know about the upcoming Central PA Native Plant Festival and Sale to be held Saturday, May 6 at the Millbrook Marsh Nature Center, which is a new location for this annual festival. Yes, spring is here, according to Diane, and what better way … Read more
Central PA 4th Fest is coming back this summer with many of the features that attendees have missed over the past several years. After fireworks were held at satellite locations in 2020 and there were smaller-scale events in 2021 and 2022, organizers announced Wednesday that 4th Fest will return in July with live music, tailgating, … Read more
PENNSYLVANIA (WHTM) — Whether you’re looking for photo ops or flowers to welcome fall, here are some sunflower festivals and fields to check out around the Midstate. Creekside Farm Market Where: Adams County What: Pick-your-own sunflowers When: Seven days a week until at least September Continue reading on ABC27
The Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts is back with a packed schedule of performances after a two-year absence. Entertainment venues are scattered around downtown State College and on Penn State’s campus. Wristbands are required for admission to some performances. They are available for $15 at locations around State College. Find a full list at … Read more
July is festival season for central Pennsylvania with celebrations across Centre County, including the long-awaited return of the Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts. Here are five can’t-miss festivals featuring live music, food and local artists to keep you busy in July. July 4, starting at 4 p.m. at Medlar Field at Lubrano Park Central … Read more
(WTAJ) — The South Central Pennsylvania Remake Learning Days Festival is taking place starting May 11, where children of all ages can participate in multiple events geared toward encouraging family-engaged learning. Remake Learning Days is a “celebration of innovative experiences and opportunities for youth to develop their sense of creativity, perseverance and curiosity,” according to … Read more
Despite the cancellation of in-person performances — or in-person anything — at the Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts, virtual performances from favorite Arts Fest musicians can be found online through Sunday. The schedule includes 12 local musical acts dispersed throughout the days. This year’s format was successfully modified, but it wasn’t easy. “Figuring out … Read more
STATE COLLEGE, CENTRE COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts is virtual this year. Visitors won’t be able to walk around to enjoy the atmosphere, and the artists won’t be able to interact with their customers. The festival typically brings about 300 artists out to the sidewalks of State College to sell their … Read more
The annual Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts released its promotional poster for this year’s virtual event on Tuesday. The poster was designed by longtime Festival poster designer and Penn State professor emeritus of graphic design Larry Sommese and his daughter Saige, a 2018 Penn State graduate. Also, the poster is sponsored by Penn State … Read more
Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, older adults from central Pennsylvania may still have an opportunity to enjoy some competition and exercise later this year. A senior sports event is now scheduled for Lancaster in October. Keystone State Games, Inc. has announced that it has partnered with the Keystone Athletics, Recreation and Esports Community initiative for the Pennsylvania Senior Sports Festival & … Read more
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (WTAJ) — Happy Valley Adventure Bureau President and CEO Fritz Smith led a Zoom news conference Friday at which organizers of Central PA 4th Fest, Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts, People’s Choice Festival, and Philipsburg Heritage Days, announced the mutual decision to cancel their respective events as a result of lingering COVID-19 … Read more