Happy Valley Top Picks

This winter weather has been rough, but there are still great events happening all throughout State College.  Check out Happy Valley's list of the top picks for you to enjoy. There is something on the list for everyone!

Penn State Sporting Events

Shake the wind chill and break out of cabin fever—Penn State winter sports are hot! Bring the family to cheer on the Nittany Lions on the ice, on the court and on the mat! Check out some of the great upcoming sports events below!



Penn State Men’s Hockey Faces Boston College on Saturday – 7 p.m.
It’s been a tough season so far for the Penn State men’s hockey team as it currently holds a record of 4-14-1. However, this weekend provides a great opportunity for the Nittany Lions to turn the season around as they welcome No.2 Boston College into Pegula Ice Arena. Come to Happy Valley and experience the excitement of Division I hockey in a state-of-the-art venue. Get tickets

Lady Lions Host Two Opponents this Week
The No.13 Penn State Lady Lions (13-4 on the season) welcome two Big Ten opponents into the Bryce Jordan Center this week. The team will play host to Indiana tonight at 7, and will welcome Minnesota on Sunday at 1 p.m. Get tickets


Penn State Men’s Basketball Faces Nebraska Thursday Night – 8 p.m.
After a promising early season start, Pat Chambers’ squad has hit a rough patch recently. The Nittany Lions are 0-6 in Big Ten play and welcome Nebraska to the Bryce Jordan Center. But it won’t be an easy matchup as the Cornhuskers, who come in with a record of 9-8, recently upset No.15 Ohio State. Get tickets

Penn State Wrestling Faces Illinois Friday Night at Rec Hall – 7 p.m.
The Penn State wrestling team is undefeated (10-0) and currently is ranked No.1 in the country. A truly impressive start for a program that has won three straight national titles. The Nittany Lions look to continue their dominance Friday night against No.11 Illinois. Get tickets

Rock of Ages Tonight at Eisenhower Auditorium!

The hit Broadway musical Rock of Ages is bringing the sounds of classic 80s rock to Eisenhower Auditorium tonight! It’s the only night the show will be in town, so don’t miss this opportunity. Get tickets

Coming next week to the Center for Performing Arts at Penn State

Jeremy Denk, Pianist - January 29 - Get tickets

Guitar Passions Featuring: Sharon Isbin, Stanley Jordan, Romero Lubambo - January 31 - Get tickets

WWE Live Returns

Bryce Jordan Center
This Friday, 7:30 p.m.
WWE fans won’t want to miss this action-packed show filled with some of the biggest names in wrestling. Superstars such as John Cena, Randy Orton and Rey Mysterio will all take the ring looking to thrill the crowd with their signature moves. Get tickets

Valentine’s Day in Happy Valley

Plan a romantic weekend getaway in Happy Valley with these great lodging and dining specials as well a wine tasting.

Nittany Lion Inn – View special

Days Inn Penn State – View special

Carnegie Inn & Spa – View menu

Gigi’s Restaurant & Wine Lounge – View special

Mount Nittany Vineyard & Winery – View event details

Win Tickets to 50 Shades! The Musical – January 28 & 29

50 Shades! The Musical, the hilarious parody of the best-selling book Fifty Shades of Grey, is coming to The State Theatre later this month. We’re giving away two pairs of tickets to the show! Click here to find out how to enter.