ArtsAltoona's German Christkindl Market will be held at the Unter Uns, 1401 Van Buren Avenue in Altoona. There will be vendors, food and beverages, musical entertainment, and kids activities. There will be a $5/person/day admission charge with ages 12 and under free. Join us for a German cultural holiday celebration!
Kick off your holiday season with Hollidaysburg’s WinterFest parade, held November 20 (the Sunday before Thanksgiving) starting at 2pm.Join our community as we celebrate throughout Downtown Hollidaysburg.Families, friends and neighbors are invited to gather and enjoy the sounds of the bands and the sights of the floats.This year's theme is HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS!
Christmas: a time for magic. A time for the traditions we cherish. A time to watch as many original TV movies as a human being can possibly endure. But now with The Holiday Channel Christmas Movie Wonderthon, you can enjoy the sugar rush of six Christmas movies all at once! Welcome to Hopewood Falls, Vermont, […]
Ring in the holiday season with the ASO Holiday Spectacular! This concert is sure to bring the entire community together and will feature local dancers in selections from The Nutcracker, combined choirs from Altoona and Hollidaysburg High Schools, and other holiday surprises! Music from It's A Wonderful Life and Yes, Virginia, There Is A Santa Claus will be presented with […]
Our next free kids craft night is just in time for the holidays!Join us on Thursday, December 8th to make holiday crafts, ornaments, and gifts- and get treats!Crafts and activities are geared towards kids in preschool and elementary school! Parents are welcome to stay and help or drop older children off.This event is free to […]
ALL ABOARD! All Aboard the Santa Express! Santa Claus is coming to The Everett Railroad! One of Central Pennsylvania’s favorite holiday traditions returns select weekends in November and December. Children of all ages will enjoy a scenic steam-powered ride through the winter countryside and a visit with Santa! Hot Cocoa and cookies will be provided and […]
With Pollyanna's sunny disposition, this musical teaches children to always look on the bright side of things.
Featuring festive music and photos with 🎅 Santa.Cookies and tea provided by the Altoona Women's Club.
Hands-on Science FunThe Saint Francis University Rural Outreach Chemistry for Kids program will be visiting Quaint Corner Children's Museum & Discovery CenterIncluded with admission. Free for members. Come and go during the two hours of repeated activities. The Museum will be open to explore 2:00-7:00
An original musical adaptation of the Brother's Grimm age-old tale of a journey, a secret and a grand adventure.
The 11th running of the “Dirty Kiln Trail Races at Canoe Creek State Park” brought to you by Allegheny Trailrunners, Inc. will be Saturday, April 8th, 2023! Trail runners will have a choice to run the 10K course up Moore’s Hill and around the lake or the half-marathon course around the park a second time […]
SHOW TIMES: Wednesday, April 19, 2023 – 6:30 PM Thursday, April 20, 2023 – 11:30 AM & 6:30 PM Friday, April 21, 2023 – 11:30 AM & 7:00 PM Saturday, April 22, 2023 – 1:00 PM, 7:00 PM Sunday, April 23, 2023 – 1:00 PM BOX OFFICE HOURS: Monday – Friday – 9a-7p Sat – […]
Altoona Community Theatre Presents: Oliver! “Consider yourself at home” with this classic musical based on the Charles Dickens novel, “Oliver Twist.” A Tony and Oscar-winning musical, it is widely hailed as a true theatrical masterpiece. The streets of Victorian England come to life as Oliver, an orphan in a workhouse, becomes the neglected apprentice of […]
Altoona Community Theatre Presents: Oliver! “Consider yourself at home” with this classic musical based on the Charles Dickens novel, “Oliver Twist.” A Tony and Oscar-winning musical, it is widely hailed as a true theatrical masterpiece. The streets of Victorian England come to life as Oliver, an orphan in a workhouse, becomes the neglected apprentice of […]
Women’s 18th century skills will be shared through living history demonstrations and hands-on activities. Discover the skills women used to maintain the home.
Stop out and join us for trivia night, prizes, food, and drink specials.
We celebrate Independence Day with this open house event. There will be activities for all ages. Free parking and admission.
This free event has something to offer visitors of all ages. A wide variety of programs will be offered including stone cutting, rope making, natural dyes, traveling trunk, children's games, and tracks and scat. The 2nd Pennsylvania, Company B American Highlanders will tell their stories and perform black powder demonstrations at 11:00 am, 1:00 pm […]
Rangers, militia, miners and settlers all played a role in defending and maintaining the Lead Mine Fort. Visit an 18th century field camp. Become immersed in camp life and a story line based on local events. A daily battle will be held each afternoon. Free parking and admission.
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