Events in Altoona, PA

Weekly in-store play for Riftbound, the League of Legends Trading Card Game, takes place at Gootzy Gaming. Entry is $5. The default format is 1v1 constructed with best-of-three, 60-minute matches, and the event is capped at three rounds each week. By request, 2v2 teams or four-player free-for-all can be arranged. Participation includes a Nexus Night pack and other promotional items as available, including Gootzy Gaming exclusives, and additional prizes are awarded based on match record with Riftbound booster packs. New to the game? Demos are available, and as an official organized play store, staff are ready to teach. No deck? Ask to borrow a store deck, with limited quantities available each week. Free parking is available behind the building, with street parking nearby and accessible parking behind the building. The venue is 100 percent peanut and tree nut free, and snacks and beverages are available on site. For accessibility needs or other questions, contact the store.

A high-spirited trivia night with a fresh twist, offering something for everyone to enjoy.

Bill Ferrell returns to Altoona Taproom for a live acoustic performance highlighting his vocals.

Regular REL, Companion sanctioned booster drafts are available. The only cost to enter is the booster packs used to draft, and prizes are awarded based on placement and overall attendance.

Weekly casual play is available on any open gaming table, free to participate. All point values are welcome and any army can be used.

Gootzy Gaming hosts a weekly Gundam Card Game tournament with a $5 entry fee and a focus on 1v1 constructed play. Matches are best of one and the event typically runs three to four rounds, depending on attendance. A 2v2 option can be arranged by request. Players receive official Bandai Organized Play promo packs for participating, and additional prizes such as Gundam booster packs and other items are awarded based on match record standings. New to the game is welcome... demos are available, and a limited number of loaner decks can be borrowed. Gootzy Gaming is an official organized play store. The venue maintains a peanut and tree nut free policy, with snacks and beverages available. Free and street parking are available nearby, and accessible parking is provided. For updates and sign-ups, check Bandai TCG+. If accommodations are needed, contact the store.

A casual Commander gathering where you can sign up your pod to receive a promo. If you do not have a pod, you will be connected with one on arrival. Please ask your table about level of play.

A warm salute to veterans featuring The American Mood, along with vendors and a car show. Additional details will be shared as they become available.

An annual raffle hosted by the Newburg Volunteer Fire Department features 30 prizes, with tickets priced at $10 per person. Small games will be available and beer will be available. Tickets can be secured ahead of time by sending a message on Facebook, visiting the social hall, or contacting fire personnel, and they will also be sold at the front door on the day of the event. Attendance is not required to claim a prize. The event supports local volunteer fire and emergency personnel.

Altoona Fashion Week brings the community together across Heritage Plaza, The Church, and Funky Clauds in Altoona, Pennsylvania. This celebration highlights local businesses and the creative talent behind them, including models, vendors, clothing designers, photographers, artists, and musicians. The event features a lively blend of fashion centered activities, festive experiences, opportunities for live media coverage, and resources meant for everyone in the community.

Enjoy weekly constructed tournaments for the One Piece Card Game at Gootzy Gaming. Entry is $5. The event follows Bandai Organized Play rules, including all current restrictions, bans, and rotations. Participants receive a recent Organized Play promo pack and other available items, and additional prizes are awarded based on match record with One Piece booster packs. New players can get a demo, and staff are available to teach. Parking is free in lots behind the building and on nearby streets, with accessible spaces located behind the building and directly in front of the building. If you need accommodations, contact the store. The venue is completely peanut and tree nut free, so please avoid bringing foods with these ingredients. Snacks and beverages are available on site. Pre registration is available through Bandai TCG+.

Enjoy free weekly Commander play for Magic: The Gathering players. Play is Companion sanctioned, and only authentic cards are permitted. Proxies and counterfeit cards are not allowed. Special formats such as Commander Party and other Wizards promoted games are included as part of this gathering, so no separate entry or notice is required.

Alyssa Malvoisin returns to the taproom to perform and share her voice once again.

Enjoy a free-to-play trivia night at the Bavarian Aid Society. Members and guests are both welcome. Bring family or friends to build a team and take on questions across many subjects led by "The Professor," Jim Price. The three highest scoring teams earn prizes, with fresh rewards rotating each month. Order from the kitchen while you play, with options like burgers, wings, sandwiches and more. After the final round, stay for an hour of classic rock hits. The Bavarian Aid Society maintains a smoke free environment.

This weekly Heroclix organized play event begins with a casual session for open games, trading, instruction, Q&A, and demonstrations, then moves into a tournament. Constructed events are free to enter. Sealed events require purchasing the boosters used to play. Some special events, including qualifiers or those with special prizing, may have additional fees. Refer to the official rules for details specific to each event.

Tom Nevers Field makes a return to McGarvey's for an evening of pop punk and ska, joined by Abstentious and Paper Plants.

Shallow 9 is back at The 4Ds for another appearance.

Take part in an all ages and all skill levels ukulele jam at Greenbean Coffee House. Beginners and experienced players are equally welcome, and loaner ukuleles will be available if you do not have one. The session uses club compiled songbooks, so please have the latest versions ready to use, and feel free to bring printed copies if you would like to introduce a new song. Participation is free, with a suggested $5 donation appreciated.

Penn State Altoona Career Services hosts an in-person fair focused on healthcare careers in the Pond View Lounge inside the Slep Student Center at Penn State Altoona.

Ed Varner returns to the Altoona taproom with an upbeat set and a welcoming spirit. Expect a lively atmosphere filled with easy, crowd friendly sing alongs that invite everyone to take part. If you have not seen him at the brewery before, this is a chance to experience his interactive style in person.

Ethan presents a live set that blends folk, country, and his own original songs. Some may recognize him from past open mics. The performance pairs the music with beer and food for a relaxed experience.

Experience a live performance by The Rocket Blasters at the Bavarian Aid Society in Altoona.

Settle into the Dave Seidel Memorial Auditorium at the Railroaders Memorial Museum for an installment of the Along the Broadway Historical Lecture Series. This session features Ed Ekeleman with Ghost Stories of the Railroad, exploring chilling lore that lingers along the tracks of Railroad City. The series brings together noted presenters, area historians, and occasional first-run documentary screenings that spotlight the people, places, and ingenuity behind regional railroading. There is a $5 donation, and snacks and drinks are available to buy.

Basket Bingo at Jaffa Shine Center in Altoona features two admission options. General admission is $35 and includes 15 regular games, dinner, beverages, dessert, and entry in a grand prize drawing. VIP admission is $60, available presale only, and adds five special games, two sheets toward small basket prizes, a chance for walk around #1, and a complimentary bingo marker. Tickets are available at Frederick Lock & Key and Greenwood Pools & Spas, or by contacting Sue Daugherty at 814-935-4103, Stephanie Shoenfelt at 814-329-2269, or Courtney Whitfield at 814-214-5269.

Ron the Music Man shares his acoustic sound with a live performance in the taproom.

Blair Concert Chorale presents a fall-season concert.

The Blair County Historical Society hosts a History Speaks lecture with Michael Allison that delves into legends and folklore from America’s colonial period. Expect stories of hauntings, mysterious creatures, and other uncanny tales that trace back to the years before the Revolution. Admission is free and open to the public, and voluntary donations to the Blair County Historical Society are welcome.

Mark makes his first appearance at the Altoona taproom with a solo acoustic performance featuring classic rock and country.

A haunted circus theme takes over the Railroaders Memorial Museum as the GhostTracers open tryouts for would-be investigators. Guests venture through shadowy galleries to seek clues about a missing team member while keeping an eye out for circus spirits and other unexplained activity. Ruby, the Supernatural Impala tribute car, will be on site for photos. Tickets are required and availability is limited. Attendees must be at least 12 years old. Admission is $15 for adults and $10 for ages 12 to 17.

Enjoy a live performance by The Rocket Blasters at Heidelberg Country Club in Altoona.

Altoona’s biggest trunk or treat returns with a parking lot pop up at Parlor Doughnuts. Expect rows of decorated trunks handing out candy, along with food trucks and costume contests. A prize will be awarded for the best trunk, and those who attended last year will recognize the playful Halloween spirit while first-timers can jump into the spooky-season fun.

A macabre Halloween experience unfolds inside Baker Mansion, the Greek Revival landmark in the Allegheny Mountains that inspired the hit show Ghosts. Across two nights, explore the site’s history, mystery, and chilling atmosphere with appearances by Shane Pittman, Josh Purvis, Heather Taddy, and Michael John Angus. The evening opens with time to mix and chat, enjoy Halloween-themed cocktails and spooky treats, and step into a costume contest. As the lights lower and an eerie hush settles in, the mansion takes on an otherworldly presence. Wander at your own pace and take part in guided investigations that seek the spirits rumored to inhabit shadowed halls and hidden corners. Costumes are encouraged, and a little courage goes a long way.

Celebrate Halloween in the taproom with the return of Ryan Matthew. Dress up in your favorite costume and make it a night out with friends.

Fleetwood Gold returns to the historic Mishler Theatre in Altoona, Pennsylvania with a tribute to Fleetwood Mac. Reserved seating tickets are available, and the performance is open to all ages.

Costumes are welcome, though optional. The theme centers on an 80s-style party.

A Halloween party takes place at Juniata VFW and features The American Mood.

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

This annual holiday party takes place at Marzonis in Greenwood. Everyone is responsible for purchasing their own meal and drinks. Participants are asked to bring three $1 items or used art supplies they no longer need, wrapped, for a White Elephant and Crazy Bingo game.

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.

Celebrate the long-awaited launch of GTA VI, a project more than thirteen years in the making with a budget topping $2 billion. The party channels Vice City and Leonida with an 80s aesthetic inspired by Tommy Vercetti’s era. Wear your best Vice City or GTA-themed outfit for a chance to win an $80 cash prize for best dressed. There is a $5 cover, along with awesome drink specials, and the kitchen will be serving late. Playful shout-outs to wanted levels and the saga of release dates add to the theme throughout the night.

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

Celebrate handmade creativity while supporting a meaningful cause at the third annual craft show benefiting Help For Our Heroes. Every dollar raised goes directly to the organization, which assists military personnel, veterans, and families across Pennsylvania. For donations, vendor inquiries, or questions, contact Haylie Brown at haylie.brown18@gmail.com. Haylie Brown is the only person managing vendors for this event, so be sure you are communicating with the correct host before sending any payments or personal information.

Enjoy The Rocket Blasters performing live at Bavarian Aid Society in Altoona.