This story originally appeared in The Centre County Gazette.
Pop Up Ave is returning to downtown State College on Saturday, May 3, with groovy tunes, unique vendors and yummy eats. This year, the pop up market event will move to the 200 block of Allen Street from 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. to fill the streets downtown with 33 vendors and plenty of fun.
Spending the last two years along Fraser Street, Pop Up Ave’s move down the road is set to add more flair to the beloved community event.
“This change of locations is just what we wanted to help us bring new energy to the day,” Brad Groznik, co-founder of Pop Up Ave, said.
“Happy Valley is home to some of the best makers and creators, so showing them off is pretty easy. Whether you need a Mother’s Day gift, a perfect set of earrings or a sweet treat, Pop Up Ave has it all. Mark your calendars for May 3, we are excited to see you there.”
Fan favorites will be back for this year’s Pop Up Ave, including Bored Housecat Studio, Mixtape Paper Co. and Moonrise Candle Company. The event is also welcoming some first time vendors such as SCK Glassworks, Red Bicycle Art and The Charmed State.
While shopping all the vendors Pop Up Ave has to offer, hungry guests can look forward to delicious eats from Super Duper Café and Dubb’s Grub. Those looking for a sweet treat and the spark from some caffeine, Sunny Cup Coffee and The Cake Shop by Tati will be on-site as well. Finally, for the 21+ crowd, Boal City Brewing and Antifragile Brewing Company will be hosting a beer garden on Bill Welch Memorial Plaza.
In addition to the food and vendors, Pop Up Ave plans to bring an assortment of music and entertainment to this year’s event at the stage near the Bill Welch Memorial Plaza.
Pop Up Ave is sponsored by The Happy Valley Adventure Bureau and State College Downtown Improvement District.
More info, including the complete vendor lineup, can be found online at popupave.com.
