Tuesday, April 30, 2024

Outdoor Events at State College

Today

First Friday Market Jam

First Friday Market Jam

Farmers Market on Locust Lane Locust Lane, State College, PA, United States

In coordination with the Downtown Farmers Market, we are sponsoring live, local music at the market on Locust Lane on First Fridays from May through September. Stop by the Downtown Farmers Market between noon and 2pm and enjoy live music as you peruse the locally produced items!

Free

Central Pennsylvania Observers Sky Watch

Tudek Park 400 Herman Dr., State College

Join us at Tudek Park to view the skies through telescopes.  See planets, stars and so much more.  All are welcome. Free.

Free

Central PA Native Plant Festival!

Millbrook Marsh Nature Center 548 Puddintown Rd., State College, PA, United States

Spring is here, and what better way to celebrate the season of verdure and renewal than with plants? Put away your mittens, shake out your gardening gloves, and come to the 2024 Central Pennsylvania Native Plant Festival and Sale, Saturday, May 4 at Millbrook Marsh Nature Center in State College. Free admission, free parking, native […]

Free

Race Day Soirée

Gall Residence 131 Blackberry Lane, Boalsburg, PA, United States

Join the American Cancer Society for our annual Race Day Soirée. Enjoy a fun evening filled with exciting Kentucky Derby attire, fun games, and great food all while helping us to end cancer as we know it, for everyone! Get your tickets at: https://racedaysoiree24.givesmart.com

$150

Bird Walks with the State College Bird Club

Spring Creek Park 901 Houserville Rd., State College

Start your day off right by observing birds that are migrating to and through the Centre Region. Walks take place at Spring Creek Park and are led by members of the State College Bird Club. This program is open to all ages and is great for beginners. Please dress for the weather and bring binoculars. […]

Free

Plant Celebration & Garden Sale at the Centre Furnace Mansion

Join us for the 29th Annual Plant Celebration hosted by the Centre Furnace Mansion Gardeners! We invite you to enjoy the beauty of the Centre Furnace Mansion, gardens, and grounds while supporting their upkeep. You’ll find a wide selection of plants and garden-related treasures curated by the CFM Gardeners and a selection of both familiar […]

Rain Barrel Workshop

Alpha Fire Company, Patton Twp. Station 2598 Green Tech Dr, State College

Build your own rain barrel! $35/Barrel. Registration required: https://www.clearwaterconservancy.org/events/rain-barrel-workshop-native-garden-tour Date & Time: Saturday, May 11, 2024 10 a.m. - noon Location: Alpha Fire Company 2598 Green Tech Drive, State College, PA 16803  and ClearWater Conservancy, 2555 N. Atherton St., State College, PA 16803 This workshop will explain the importance of using rain barrels for stormwater […]

$35

Wildflower Walks at Spring Creek Canyon

Spring Creek Canyon Trail at Fisherman's Paradise Spring Creek Canyon Trail, Benner Township

Wildflower Walks at Spring Creek Canyon Sunday, May 12th (Mother's Day) 11:00am-2:00pm Join Centred Outdoors for a guided Wildflower Walk at Spring Creek Canyon, led by Terry Melton. Walks begin on the hour at 11:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., and 1:00 p.m. Walks begin at the Spring Creek Canyon trailhead, past the fish hatchery at Fisherman's […]

Free

Centre County Master Gardeners Plants Sale

Ag Progress Days (Entrance K) 2710 W Pine Grove Rd, Pennsylvania Furnace, PA, United States

The Centre County Master Gardeners are hosting their annual plant sale on May 18th at the Ag Progress Days Site. They’ve selected more than 5,000 plants, perfect to thrive in our area. Come buy vegetables for your garden, flowers and shrubs for your landscape, and houseplants for your living room.  Stock up on supplies at […]

Free

Walk MS: Your Way Central PA 2024

Tudek Memorial Park 400 Herman Drive, State College, PA, United States

Walk MS: Your Way Central PA 2024 is set for Saturday, May 18th from 10 am to 1 pm. We'll again be meeting at Pavilion #1 at Tom Tudek Memorial Park (400 Herman Drive, State College, PA) as we look to get individuals, or even better, teams to register for the walk, and come out […]

Free