Family events in Altoona, PA

Enjoy Eastern League baseball as the Altoona Curve take the field. Established in 1998, this team competes in the Western Division and calls Altoona, Pennsylvania home.

Weekly Disney Lorcana trading card game play takes place at Gootzy Gaming and welcomes players of all skill levels, ages 6 to adult. Entry is $5. The event uses a Core Constructed format with best of three matches, 55 minutes per round, and a maximum of three rounds each week. Theme nights and Infinity can be scheduled by request. Participation may include Organized Play promo items and other available rewards, and prizes based on match record include Disney Lorcana booster packs. New players can get a demo, and staff at this official organized play store are available to teach. A limited number of store decks are available to borrow each week. Free parking is available in private lots, with additional street parking nearby. Accessible parking is available. The venue is completely peanut and tree nut free, so please do not bring items containing these allergens. Snacks and beverages are available on site.

This mini golf fundraiser features mini golf priced at $10 for adults and $5 for children 10 and under, with a maximum of $40 per family. A 3-point basketball contest with Warrior Sports PT costs $5 to enter, with prizes awarded to winners. Food includes Double Jays BBQ and donuts from Mitchell Farms, face painting is provided by Cute Creations, and treats are available from Brainfreezerz. Proceeds support Hallowed Ground Counseling and its mission in the community.

The Altoona Curve hosts the Nitro Circus 2.0 Tour at Peoples Natural Gas Field, presented by Ram Trucks. Produced by Thrill Sports, P1 Live, and RNC Entertainment, this high-energy showcase features leading action sports athletes performing daring stunts. General admission gates open before the show, and optional add-on experiences are available both before and after the main program. The event welcomes fans of all ages.

Baker Mansion History Museum presents the eighth installment of the Sunday on the Lawn concert series, featuring The Altoona Brass Collective. Admission is free and open to the public, and donations are welcome. For information on the rest of the series, check the museum’s social pages.

Gootzy Gaming hosts a biweekly Monday gathering centered on youth and families who enjoy Pokémon. There is no entry fee, and play follows the Standard Constructed format. The focus is on fun, learning, and a welcoming atmosphere rather than high-stakes competition. Participants are expected to keep the environment positive for kids, and anyone causing disruptions may be asked to leave. Kids and parents who take part can access special league pricing on booster packs each week. As an official Pokémon Organized Play location, knowledgeable staff are available to teach the game and provide demos for newcomers. Free parking is available in private lots behind the building, with additional street parking nearby. Accessible parking is offered behind the building or directly in front, and accommodations can be arranged with the store if needed. The venue is entirely peanut and tree nut free, so items containing those allergens should not be brought inside. Snacks and beverages are available on site.

Thrifty Tots Market is a new pop up kids consignment marketplace in Altoona. The Altoona show takes place at the Bavarian Aid Society and offers thousands of items to browse, including children’s clothing, toys and games, baby gear, shoes, books, and apparel for the whole family with ladies and menswear too. Consignors are being accepted for upcoming sales, providing a simple way to sell outgrown children’s items while shoppers look for quality finds.

Watch the Akron RubberDucks face the Altoona Curve at Peoples Natural Gas Field in Altoona, Pennsylvania. This matchup offers a look at rising prospects and the finer points of the game that stand out in person, including pitch selection, defensive alignments, and baserunning choices. Expect a relaxed ballpark atmosphere and an up-close view of future big-league talent.

Bring a gently used jigsaw puzzle with all the pieces to the Friends of the AAPL Puzzle Swap and trade it for a different puzzle. Everyone is welcome, and there’s no registration required. Puzzles you swap will permanently become the property of the person you swapped with.

The fundraiser at DelGrosso's Park benefits local animal shelters and offers a special deal for participants. Bring at least two needed shelter items per person to receive an All-Day Fun Pass for $22, a savings of $17 off the regular price. Donations can be dropped at the tent in front of the Main Entrance on the Water Side or at any ticket booth on the Ride Side, where you will receive a $22 All-Day Fun coupon for your pass that day. Requested items for the Central PA Humane Society include 33 gallon trash bags, laundry detergent, soft dog treats, and clumping litter. Needed items for the Bedford County Humane Society will be announced. Please do not bring used, opened, or expired cleaning supplies, food, toys, or similar items. All details are subject to change.

Enjoy a free summer movie night at Lakemont Park with a family-friendly outdoor screening of Luca, rated PG. Bring family and friends, along with blankets and chairs, and relax beneath the night sky. This event was moved from its original July date.