Events in Altoona, PA

Enjoy a free Pokémon gathering for youth and families with Standard Constructed play in a welcoming, noncompetitive setting. Players are expected to help maintain a positive environment for kids. New players can stop by for a demo, with store staff available to teach the game. Participating kids and parents can also receive special weekly pricing on booster packs. The store is peanut and tree nut free, and snacks and beverages are available on site.

This casual breakfast brings men together for food and fellowship. The group meets at Donna’s Restaurant in Huntingdon.

Readers gather at the Tyrone-Snyder Public Library for a monthly book club that focuses on a shared title selected from a member-created list. The group reads the same book and then meets to discuss it. In most cases, copies of the current pick are available to check out from the library. Participation is available in person or virtually. To receive reminders and the Zoom link for remote access, email bookclub@tyronelibrary.org. Upcoming selections include Dear Edward by Ann Napolitano and The Last Lecture by Randy Pausch.

Take part in open tabletop gaming with Star Wars X-Wing using 2.0 or 2.5 rules. Epic play is allowed.

Penn State Altoona offers a six-week jazz dance series for adults over 18, welcoming all levels and abilities. Led by KT Huckabee, classes cover the fundamentals of classic jazz dance through strengthening and flexibility exercises, along with combinations that explore jazz dance’s polyrhythms. Participants should wear athletic or dance attire with jazz shoes, jazz sneakers, or bare feet. Registration costs $50.

Take part in a weekly Pokémon League gaming night, challenge powerful trainers, and earn exclusive promo cards.

Enjoy a free trivia night with members and guests welcome. Team up with friends to answer questions from a variety of topics, presented by Jim Price, known as “The Professor.” Topics and questions change each week, and the top three scores win prizes. Taco Tuesday is also part of the evening.

Moshannon Valley School District will host The Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall, offering a meaningful opportunity for reflection and remembrance for the region. The visit will include an escorted arrival from Houtzdale, a dedicated day for students from nearby school districts, and subsequent days open to the public. Volunteers are needed to maintain a respectful watch throughout the entire stay. Donations to support the visit are welcomed by the Moshannon Valley Elementary PTO, a 501(c)(3) organization, and are tax-deductible.

Eric Armstrong performs a program of country gospel standards along with classic country tunes. Admission is free for those 60 and older. Lunch will be served right after the concert. To reserve a lunch, call 814-684-7853 by the Tuesday before.

Veterans are invited to a monthly gathering that offers time to relax, share stories, and connect with fellow service members. Enjoy pizza and other refreshments in a comfortable, safe space that encourages conversation and camaraderie.

Take part in weekly play for Riftbound, the League of Legends Trading Card Game. The default format is 1v1 constructed, with best-of-three matches lasting 60 minutes and up to three rounds. 2v2 teams or four-player free-for-all games are available by request. Entry is $5. Participants receive a Nexus Night pack and other promotional items as available, including Gootzy Gaming exclusive items. Riftbound booster packs are awarded based on match record. New players can ask staff for a demo, and store decks may be available to borrow in limited quantities. Snacks and beverages are available on site. Gootzy Gaming is a peanut- and tree nut-free location.

Thursday trivia at Juniata Brewing Company offers a free evening of team-based competition. "The Professor," Jim Price, hosts with questions that cover a wide range of topics, and each session brings new categories and fresh challenges. High-scoring teams earn Juniata Brewing Company gift cards, and participants can sample the brewery’s brew creations.

Coltt brings the spirit of Appalachian folk singing to the taproom.

Take part in a Friday Night booster draft with Regular REL and Companion sanctioning. Entry costs only the booster packs used for drafting, and prizes are awarded based on placement and attendance.

Enjoy weekly free play at any available gaming table. Players can use any point level and any army.

Play the Gundam Card Game in weekly 1v1 Constructed matches, with best-of-one games and 30-minute rounds. The number of rounds varies with attendance. Entry is $5, and participation includes official Bandai Organized Play Promo Packs. Prizes based on match standings include Gundam booster packs and other available items. Players can request a 2v2 game, stop in for a gameplay demo, or ask to borrow a store deck, with a limited number available each week. Gootzy Gaming is an official organized play store, and staff are available to teach new players. The store is peanut- and tree nut-free, with snacks and beverages available on site.

Take part in weekly One Piece Card Game play in a constructed format, following the restrictions, bans, and rotations set by Bandai Organized Play. Entry costs $5. Participants receive a recent Organized Play Promo Pack and other items as available, while booster packs are awarded according to match record standings. New players can stop by for a demo, with store staff available to teach the game. The store is peanut- and tree nut-free, and snacks and beverages are available on site.

Set a course for a themed Magic prerelease that explores the Star Trek universe with Captain Kirk and more. Entry is $45, which includes a prerelease kit and prize support, and the event is limited to four rounds. The event is hosted at Gootzy Gaming. Free parking is available behind and around the building, with accessible spaces behind the building or in front. If you need accommodations, please contact the store. Gootzy Gaming maintains a completely peanut and tree nut free environment, so please do not bring items containing these allergens. Snacks and drinks are available on site. For questions, call or text 814-515-8436 or email Info@GootzyGaming.com.

Take part in a weekly free Commander event with Companion-sanctioned play. Proxies and counterfeit cards are not permitted for participation. Special format events, including Commander Party and other Wizards-promoted games, are included.

An annual fall dance at Jamestown PNA Lodge 1068 features Tombstone performing live. It may be the last show of the year. The kitchen will be open, and admission is a $6 cover.

Weekly Heroclix organized play includes time for casual play, trading, instruction, questions and answers, and demonstrations, followed by a tournament. Constructed events are free. Sealed events cost the price of the boosters used for play, while special events, including qualifiers and events with special prizes, may have additional fees. Check Heroclix.com for the rules specific to each event.

A welcoming ukulele jam designed for confident beginners and beyond. Songs are drawn from The Daily Ukulele songbooks in the Yellow, Blue, and Purple editions. Loaner instruments will be available, and a limited number of songbooks can be borrowed. Those who would like their own copy can find the books online, through Blair County Public Libraries, or at local music stores.

Enjoy live music with Kip Woodring, lead vocalist of Bone Jacked, performing classic country, rock classics, and selections from folk and gospel. Admission is free for those 60 and older. Lunch will be served right after the concert. To reserve lunch, call 814-684-7853 at least 36 hours in advance.

Enjoy an afternoon of live music and dancing with Phil McCaulley. The event is free for anyone 60 and over, and lunch is served before the concert. To reserve a lunch, call 814-684-7853 by the day before.

Celebrate the season at an annual holiday party at Marzonis in Greenwood. Everyone covers their own meal and drinks. Please bring three one dollar items or used art supplies you no longer need, wrapped, to take part in a White Elephant and Crazy Bingo game.

Agatha Christie’s renowned mystery takes the stage in a lively adaptation by Ken Ludwig, directed by Kalyn Everett. When a snowdrift halts the Orient Express, an American tycoon is discovered dead behind a locked door. Detective Hercule Poirot navigates a train full of vivid personalities, sorting truth from misdirection as he hunts for the culprit. This version blends crisp plotting with bright comic touches, delivering a swift whodunit shaped for the theater. Expect 1930s sophistication, a brilliant sleuth at the center, a gallery of flamboyant suspects, and a finale that surprises while keeping the guesses coming, all while nodding to the story’s thorny moral questions.

Alyssa Malvoisin has been making this taproom a regular stop, and she is back for another live performance. Her set will put the focus on her rich vocals.

Part of the Railroaders Memorial Museum’s 2026 Along the Broadway historical lecture series, this installment features Jim Lowe sharing stories of fighting railroaders and the lives they led. Presented in the Dave Seidel Memorial Auditorium, the series brings together expert speakers and local historians to explore railroading heritage and the legends tied to the Railroad City. A $5 donation is noted, and snacks and drinks will be available for purchase.

Warm up at Molly's Pub + Grill during an evening with The American Mood.

Felix & The Hurricanes bring a high-energy mix of blues, southern rock, and classic favorites to Knights of Columbus Council 551. As a hometown favorite in Central Pennsylvania, they set the tone for an upbeat night of dancing and community spirit.

Celebrate the anticipation surrounding GTA VI with a trip back to Vice City and the 1980s era of Tommy Vercetti. Guests are encouraged to wear Vice City or GTA-themed attire, with an $80 cash prize for best dressed. The evening also includes a six-star wanted-level survival contest, live comedy, drink specials, a late-open kitchen, and more details to be announced. A $10 cover applies.

A cash raffle at the Swiss Rifle Club supports Colby and his family. Tickets cost $40 per person and include eligibility for cash prizes along with dinner and drinks. Additional chances to participate will be available during the event, including a 50/50, rip tickets, and a basket raffle. The gathering is dedicated to helping Colby fight like a champion.

Country Cool performs a mix of country standards, soft rock, and contemporary hits. The group is a smaller part of the Steinbeiser and Friends ensemble. The performance is free for individuals 60 and older. A meal will be served immediately after the concert, and lunch reservations can be made by calling 814-684-7853.

Echoes Classic Rock returns classic rock to the taproom with the timeless sound of the genre.

At Jaffa Shrine, the third annual craft show raises funds for Help For Our Heroes, with all proceeds benefiting the organization that supports service members, veterans, and their families across Pennsylvania. Those interested in donating, exploring vendor opportunities, or asking questions can contact Haylie Brown at haylie.brown18@gmail.com. Haylie Brown is the sole vendor contact for this event, so verify you are communicating with the correct host before sharing payments or personal information.

Build, design, and create with LEGO bricks while exploring your imagination. This program is for children ages 6 to 12, and registration is required. Availability is limited.

Stephanie & the Wild Hearts return to Muddy Run Tavern in Huntingdon, PA for a beloved annual tradition at the venue. The band delivers a full night of classic and modern country alongside rock and roll, filled with familiar singalongs and dance-ready favorites. Celebrated as one of the tavern’s biggest parties of the year, this show brings a festive atmosphere and plenty of reasons to celebrate with friends and family.

In partnership with the Central PA Junior Gold Shootout, Holiday Bowl Altoona hosts a tournament for youth bowlers at the center. Junior Gold qualification is available but not required for participants.

Readers gather at Tyrone-Snyder Public Library for a monthly book club built around a member-curated reading list, coming together to discuss a shared title. Copies of the monthly pick are often available to borrow from the library. Participation is available in person or virtually, and those who would like reminders and the Zoom link can email bookclub@tyronelibrary.org. This meeting focuses on The Last Lecture by Randy Pausch.

Enjoy live music from The Rocket Blasters at the Bavarian Aid Society in Altoona.

Downtown Bellwood turns into a festive marketplace filled with small-town Christmas spirit. Explore booths from local artisans, makers, and specialty boutiques to find unique gifts and seasonal decor. Enjoy holiday music, a cheerful atmosphere, and family-friendly fun while sampling treats from food vendors. Whether starting a new tradition, meeting up with friends, or searching for a handmade treasure, there is something for everyone. Shopping here supports small businesses and talented creators, strengthening the community and creating lasting Christmas memories. Presented by the Bellwood-Antis Community Trust, this Hallmark-style celebration captures the magic of the season.

Now in its sixth year, Shop Local and Light Up Night come together at Biddle's Brewing in Williamsburg, Pennsylvania. Browse craft and food vendors, enjoy coffees, teas, hot chocolate, and treats, and watch a live chainsaw carving. Capture memories with photos with Santa. It is an opportunity to support local makers and wrap up holiday shopping. Organizers are also seeking vendors.

Hookies Fire Company in Tyrone hosts a live performance by The Rocket Blasters.

Moonshine Mine Saloon presents an evening with Krazy Kat Daddies, centered on enjoying moonshine and having fun.

A lively, feel-good atmosphere sets the tone for a fun time at the pub.

The meeting takes place in the Board Room at the Altoona Public Library and features guest speaker Scott Riner, who will present his work as a playwright.

Make a little time to relax and have some fun at Molly's.

Santa will arrive at Horseshoe Curve National Historic Landmark aboard a Norfolk Southern train for a festive holiday event. Complimentary hot chocolate, cookies, and popcorn will be available, and guests can capture photos with Santa. Admission is $10 per person. The funicular is planned to operate, and if weather causes a closure, a UTV will be available to take visitors to the top. All ticket sales are final.

Enjoy a meal and help the ASO at the same time. Enter the promo code FUND4U at checkout and 20% of your purchase will benefit the ASO. The code applies to dine-in, pickup, and delivery orders.

US Armed Forces Mothers are partnering with Logan Valley Cemetery in Bellwood, PA for Wreaths Across America, placing remembrance wreaths on the graves of veterans as a tribute to their service. This serves as the PA1016P US Armed Forces Mothers fundraiser in place of Red White and Boo this year. Wreath sponsorships are $17, with $5 from each sponsorship helping the Armed Forces Mothers send Christmas boxes to local active-duty service members. Every sponsored wreath is laid on a veteran's grave at Logan Valley Cemetery, and support benefits both Wreaths Across America and PA1016P US Armed Forces Mothers.

Celebrate the season with a family-friendly evening at the Railroaders Memorial Museum. Meet Santa for photos and share wish lists, and children can send letters to the North Pole. Enjoy caroling to favorite holiday songs and dive into hands-on craft activities. Warm up with hot cocoa, cookies, and candy canes while exploring the festively decorated museum. A screening of Home Alone brings the night to a close, and popcorn is free. Admission is $10 per person. All ticket sales are final.

Chris Collins and Boulder Canyon return to The Mishler Theatre in Altoona with a John Denver Tribute Christmas concert that honors the music and legacy of John Denver. The performance features songs such as Take Me Home, Country Roads, Rocky Mountain High, Sunshine on My Shoulders, and Calypso, paired with well known Christmas selections that reflect the spirit of the season. Inspired by Denver’s memorable holiday specials and Christmas performances, the show weaves nostalgia, polished vocals, and festive cheer into an experience suitable for all ages.