Events in Hollidaysburg, PA

Apple Cider Fest is a weekend celebration of autumn centered on cider-inspired fun. Live bands set the mood while food trucks serve a range of eats. Attendees can browse local vendors and take part in various activities. It is an opportunity to enjoy music, food, shopping, and seasonal festivities with family and friends.

This weekly casual free play session offers access to any open gaming table. Players may field any army at any point value and play at their own pace. The focus is on open, flexible gaming without strict restrictions.

Companion sanctioned booster drafts run at Regular REL. Entry is simply the booster packs used for drafting, and prize support is determined by placement and attendance.

Gootzy Gaming hosts a weekly Gundam Card Game tournament designed for both newcomers and experienced players. Entry is $5. The format is 1v1 Constructed with best of one matches, 30 minute rounds, and three to four rounds depending on attendance, and a 2v2 option can be arranged by request. Participation includes official Bandai Organized Play promo packs, with additional prizes such as Gundam booster packs and other items awarded based on match record and availability. New players can request a demo from staff at this official organized play location, and a limited number of store decks are available to borrow each week. Free parking is offered in private lots behind the building and on nearby streets, with accessible spaces available behind the building or at the front. The venue is completely peanut and tree nut free, and snacks and beverages are available on site. The store also runs win-a-box and other special events, and registration and updates are available through the store’s website and Bandai TCG+.

A live performance by The Rocket Blasters takes place at the Bavarian Aid Society in Altoona.

Experience railroading history with a talk in the Along the Broadway historical lecture series at the Railroaders Memorial Museum. Presented in the Dave Seidel Memorial Auditorium, this installment features Ed Ekeleman with Ghost Stories of the Railroad, exploring lore and legends from the rails. The series brings together guest experts, local historians, and documentary premieres, with topics ranging from early PRR pioneers to the culture that grew around the tracks. A $5 donation supports the program, and snacks and drinks will be available for purchase. Rail enthusiasts, history buffs, and the simply curious can connect with the heritage of the Railroad City in a welcoming museum setting.

Molly's Pub + Grill in Altoona, PA hosts an event featuring The American Mood.

Each month, the Bellwood-Antis Public Library brings outdoor storytime to the Bellwood-Antis Farmer's Market. Families can enjoy a story before or after shopping. The event takes place in any weather.

Celebrate the season with a Halloween-inspired benefit ride on the loop along the Ghost Town Trail. Riders depart from the YPCC Ebensburg Trailhead and complete roughly 35 miles in total, returning to the starting point. Festive colors, makeup, and costumes are welcome as long as they do not interfere with bike safety. Helmets are recommended, and participants should be prepared to ride independently by bringing their own water and snacks. This is a casual outing rather than a race, and riders are advised to maintain a pace near 8 miles per hour or be ready to finish in about five hours. After the ride, participants can gather for food and drinks at Coal Country Brewing. There is no entry fee, and optional donations benefit the CCCRA Friends of the Trails program to help care for the Ghost Town Trail.

Enjoy weekly tournament play for the One Piece Card Game at Gootzy Gaming. Entry is $5, and the format is Constructed following Bandai Organized Play rules with current restrictions, bans, and rotations. All participants receive a recent Organized Play Promo Pack, with additional items when available, and One Piece booster packs are awarded based on match record standings. New to the game can request a demo, and staff at this official Organized Play store are happy to teach. Free parking is available behind the building, with additional street parking nearby. Accessible parking is offered behind or directly in front of the building. The venue is peanut and tree nut free, so please do not bring items containing those allergens. Snacks and beverages are available on site. Pre-registration is available through Bandai TCG+, and the store can be contacted for any accommodation needs.

Enjoy a no-cost weekly Commander gathering with sanctioned play through Companion. Only genuine cards are allowed, so proxies and counterfeits are not permitted. Special formats, including Commander Party and other Wizards-promoted games, are included and do not require a separate entry or announcement.

Begin with a relaxed block for casual play, trading, instruction, Q&A, and demonstrations, then transition into a tournament. This weekly Heroclix organized play event offers both constructed and sealed formats. Constructed play has no entry fee, while sealed play requires purchasing the boosters used. Some special events, including qualifiers or those with special prizing, may include additional fees. For details on formats and rules, consult the official Heroclix rules.

The celebration is moving to the Elks Lodge, where the party will take place.

A welcoming ukulele jam for confident beginners and beyond. Held on the second Sunday, this casual session draws from The Daily Ukulele series, including the Yellow, Blue, and Purple books. No instrument is required, as a limited number of ukuleles will be available to borrow. Songbooks can be found online, through Blair County Public Libraries, or at local music stores, and a few loaner copies will be on hand as well.

Basket bingo at the Jaffa Shine Center in Altoona features games, food, and prizes. General admission is $35 and covers 15 regular games, dinner, beverages, dessert, and a grand prize drawing. A $60 VIP presale ticket builds on that with five special games, two sheets of 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.

Enjoy a concert with Kip Woodring, lead vocalist for Bone Jacked, featuring favorites from classic country and rock along with folk and gospel. Admission is free for those 60 and over. Lunch will be served immediately after the concert. To reserve a meal, call 814-684-7853 at least 36 hours in advance.

This free peer support group with NAMI and HOPE Drop-In offers a space for people to connect and support one another. After the group ends, a hot meal is served in the building.

Part of Penn State Altoona’s Fall Career Days, this in-person networking reception takes place in the Pond View Lounge at the Slep Student Center on the Penn State Altoona campus. The Fall Career Days lineup also includes an All Majors Career Fair in the Adler Athletic Complex.

Country Cool performs a mix of country standards, soft rock, and current hits. This act is a small portion of the Famous Steinbeiser and Friends Group. Admission is free for anyone 60 and over. Lunch will be served immediately after the concert. To reserve a lunch, call 814-684-7853.

Sci-Fi Valley Con returns with its seventeenth biannual edition, turning the Blair County Convention Center in Altoona, Pennsylvania into a lively gathering for fans of science fiction, fantasy, horror, the supernatural, and pop culture. The convention features a bustling show floor with hundreds of artists and vendors, celebrity appearances, engaging panel discussions, costume competitions, and charity auctions. Attendees can check out iconic movie vehicles, dive into video game and tabletop play areas, and take part in hands-on workshops. The marketplace spans everything from comics and handcrafted soaps to distinctive jewelry and gourmet treats. More than 10,000 fans and a broad mix of exhibitors come together for Q&A sessions, photo opportunities, autograph signings, and immersive gaming experiences. The event emphasizes a family-friendly atmosphere that celebrates creative talent and fuels imagination, with a commitment to continual growth and delivering a high-quality experience across genres, from science fiction to alternative history.

The Central PA Mushroom Club will hold its October meeting at Whipple Dam State Park, gathering at Pavilion 3 near the beach. The event opens with an introductory presentation on mushrooms by club member John Traister, followed by small-group forays to look for fungi in the park. Expect a brief review of mushrooms likely to be found this time of year and any relevant club updates before heading out. Forays typically last one to two hours. Afterward, participants return to the pavilion to display their finds on the tables and take part in a group identification session with time for questions. New members can register on site, with applications available and an annual membership fee of $20 payable by cash or check.

Blair Concert Chorale presents a fall concert featuring live music for the season. The ensemble offers an autumn program that celebrates this time of year.

Hookies Fire Company hosts The American Mood for an evening of fun.

Start the Halloween season early at a party featuring Krazy Kat Daddies.

This event follows a simple, race-focused schedule. Gates open first, the kitchen begins serving afterward, and registration closes before the racing starts. Plan to register in time and grab a bite before the action gets underway.

Advance your practice with an in-depth Usui Reiki Master Level III training and attunement led by Teresa Martell, Reiki Master Teacher. This course centers on the Third Degree, emphasizing the spiritual dimension of Reiki and techniques aimed at deep, cellular-level healing. Participants learn master symbols and their applications, refined energy clearing, and ways to send distant Reiki at a deeper level. The curriculum also explores working with high-frequency energy, strengthening intuitive abilities, and understanding universal energy flow for more powerful sessions. Guidance is provided for addressing complex energetic blockages, blending Reiki with complementary modalities such as crystals and sound, and supporting emotional and spiritual healing. The program encourages ongoing personal growth, self-awareness, and practical integration of Reiki principles into everyday life for clarity, balance, and confident, intentional practice. It also offers direction on self-care for practitioners, resources for continued learning, and connection with the Reiki community. The Reiki Master Level III course serves as the prerequisite for teaching. After completing all Master-level instruction, the Teacher component follows in the same class along with or shortly after the Master attunements. The Teacher training covers professional ethics, stepping into the role of mentor with integrity, the attunement process and master-level procedures, and how to organize and facilitate classes for beginners through advanced students. Tuition is $325 for the Master Level III course, with an additional $75 for the Teacher portion.

Explore the origins and meaning of the original Standing Stone as a presentation considers whether it served as a sacred object, a marker for travelers, or held other cultural roles. Fred Lang, a well known Huntington County artist and historian, shares the story of this Stone, closely linked with the identity of the Huntington borough.

Girls Night Out Altoona returns with a little black dress theme, bringing more than a thousand guests to Blair County Convention Center for an evening of auctions, themed baskets, survivor tributes, and joyful celebration. The event unites the community in the fight against breast cancer, uplifting style, spirit, and sisterhood. Additional details will be shared soon.

The Blair County Historical Society presents a History Speaks lecture featuring Michael Allison on colonial-era legends and folklore. The presentation explores tales of hauntings, mysterious creatures, and chilling lore from before the American Revolution. Admission is free and open to everyone, and donations to the Blair County Historical Society are welcome.

A lively party takes place at Lilly American Legion Auxiliary Unit 628 with The American Mood, creating an upbeat atmosphere for attendees to gather and celebrate.

An eerie circus storyline returns as the GhostTracers reopen tryouts after their leader, Adam, was seized by the ghost clowns of the Walter L. Main Circus last year. The local paranormal team is back to investigate the Ghost of the Museum, and only one hopeful investigator will earn a permanent spot. With the power knocked out, the tour unfolds in total darkness lit only by lanterns. Teams gather clues, encounter spirits who may share their tales or leap out with scares, and work together to send the haunting back where it came from. Admission is $15 per person. Ages 12 and up. A photo opportunity with Ruby, a Supernatural Impala tribute car, will be available. Capacity is limited.

Altoona’s largest trunk or treat returns as a parking lot pop up at Parlor Doughnuts. Look for rows of festively decorated trunks handing out candy, food trucks, spirited costume contests, and a prize for the standout trunk. Past attendees know the drill, while first-timers can anticipate plenty of Halloween festivities.

Inside Baker Mansion, a Greek Revival residence in the Allegheny Mountains credited with inspiring the hit show GHOSTS, this two-night Halloween experience features Shane Pittman, Josh Purvis, Heather Taddy, and Michael John Angus. It begins with chances to mingle, Halloween themed cocktails, spooky treats, and a costume contest that sets an eerie tone. As darkness settles, the mansion shifts into a more mysterious mood, offering both free roaming and guided investigations that explore shadowed hallways and hidden corners in search of lingering spirits. Costumes are encouraged. Courage is recommended, as the stories tied to Baker Mansion hint at an encounter that stays with you long after the night ends.

Fleetwood Gold returns to the historic Mishler Theatre in Altoona, PA, a venue known for its long and storied past. This is a reserved seating performance and it welcomes guests of all ages.

The 2026 Let’s Ride Challenge is wrapping up with a closing celebration that recognizes every participant and offers a final opportunity to log and validate remaining miles. Midnight Ink will be on site providing tattoos. PletchVello will take the Rally stage for live music. Food options include Bleacher BiteZ and The Spud Bus, which will be serving loaded baked potatoes. Additional details will be announced.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

Celebrate the long-awaited arrival of GTA VI with a Vice City throwback that channels the neon 80s and the era when Tommy Vercetti ruled the streets. Dress in your best Vice City or GTA themed attire for a shot at an $80 cash prize for best dressed, enough to cover the game when it releases. There is a $5 cover, along with awesome drink specials, and the kitchen stays open late. Step into the vibe, keep that wanted level low, and enjoy a night dedicated to the return to Vice City.

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.

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.

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.

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 makes a festive visit to Horseshoe Curve National Historic Landmark, arriving by Norfolk Southern train in classic rail fashion. Warm up with complimentary hot chocolate, cookies, and popcorn, then capture the moment with photos alongside Santa. Admission is $10 per person, and all ticket sales are final. The funicular is planned to operate for the event, but if weather requires a closure, a UTV will provide rides to the top. Presented with support from corporate sponsors. Ticket link coming soon.

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 at the Railroaders Memorial Museum in Altoona with a family friendly evening of holiday activities. Sip hot chocolate, enjoy cookies, and take photos with Santa while little ones share wish lists and send letters to the North Pole. Join in cheerful holiday songs, create festive crafts, and explore the decorated museum. The celebration also features a showing of Home Alone with complimentary popcorn. 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.