Star-Spangled 4th at Fort Roberdeau

We celebrate Independence Day with this open house event. There will be activities for all ages. Free parking and admission.

Summer Thunder @ DelGrosso’s Park

CELEBRATE INDEPENDENCE DAY WITH US AT THE PARK! TUESDAY, JULY 4, 2023 Theme: Red, White, & YOU.... A Salute To America's Workforce! Pre-Show: Approx. 9:00pm (musical pre show) Fireworks Show: Approx. 10:00pm

Mt. Lion Observatory 5th Anniversary at Fort Roberdeau

Celebrate with the Mountain Lion Observatory as we observe its 5th Anniversary. The observatory & fort are both open to the public, with telescopes at the observatory & reenactors inside the fort. The Observatory will host a Star Wars Trivia Event.

Revolutionary War Days at Fort Roberdeau

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.

Dinosaur Adventure Altoona

Blair County Convention Center, 1 Convention Center Drive, Altoona, 16602, United States

Experience the thrill of the prehistoric age featuring life-sized dinosaurs and massive family fun!🦖 As part of the Dinosaur Adventure, children of all ages will enjoy a variety of activities: fossil crafting, Jurassic jeeps, themed obstacle courses, riding their favorite dinosaur, and more!🦖

Halloween Adventures

Fort Roberdeau, 383 Fort Roberdeau Road, Altoona, 16601, United States

Yikes! The Fabled Haunted Trail at Fort Roberdeau is back again! On this eerie night experience “living history” with characters from Altoona Area High School Astronomy Club. Trick or Treat is for children 12 and under. Haunted Trail is for adults and children 12 and older (younger children are allowed at parent’s discretion.)

Family Theatre at the Mishler

Mishler Theatre, 1212 12th Avenue, Altoona, 16601, United States

Family Theatre at the Mishler is back for the 2023-2024 season!! Contact the box office to purchase your season tickets now at 814-944-9434. Individual tickets for shows go on sale September 2023. * All ticket sales final. No exchanges or refunds See less — feeling excited.

Blackbeard the Pirate – Family Theatre at the Mishler

Mishler Theatre, 1212 12th Avenue, Altoona, 16601, United States

Missoula Children’s Theatre’s Blackbeard the Pirate What starts as a lazy day at the beach, quickly turns into mystery and adventure when the search for Blackbeard’s treasure begins! Part of our Family Theatre at the Mishler series. Season subscriptions available for purchase now through our box office at 814-944-9434 M-F 10a to 4p. Individual show […]

Thwacked – Family Theater at the Mishler

Mishler Theatre, 1212 12th Avenue, Altoona, 16601, United States

Talking frogs? A falling sky? A town full of confused folk? What is really happening and who can answer these questions? Find out in this musical as delightful characters unravel the mystery in their fairytale world! Part of our Family Theatre at the Mishler series. Season subscription packages available for purchase now through our box […]

Spheres Bubble Show – Family Theatre at the Mishler

Mishler Theatre, 1212 12th Avenue, Altoona, 16601, United States

A comic fusion of art, science, and magic! Kids love the gigantic bubbles over the audience, and adults love the beauty and complexity of the bubble sculptures. An experience not to be missed! Part of our Family Theatre at the Mishler series. Season subscription packages available for purchase now through our box office at 814-944-9434 […]

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