The best bars & nightlife in State College

“Oak Spring Winery is crafting award-winning bottles right on their vineyard, from crisp Riesling to easygoing Concord and holiday-friendly sippers. This week, swing by for a tour and tasting in Pennsylvania’s largest wine tasting room, then start plotting a private party while your taste buds do the bragging.”

“Need a spot that feels like your friend’s coolest living room, only with a proper bar? Central Reservation pours wine, beer, and cocktails upstairs, then pulls you downstairs to its Basement Lounge for low-light hangs and late-night conversations.”

From the State College newsletter, August 5, 2026

“Venue hosting concerts, including country music-themed nights, and other events.”

“Dance club with a basement bar that also holds Latin nights, DJ sets and dancing.”

“Enduring sports-centric haunt with many TVs offering wings & bar bites in a lively atmosphere.”

“Outpost of a Midwestern sports-bar chain serving casual American eats in a party atmosphere.”

“Stately 1866 Federalist mansion B&B with regal antique furnishings & a scenic vineyard setting.”

“Hard-cider house, featuring live bands and food trucks.”

“Historic theater is now a modern space for music concerts, opera, musicals & plays, dance & film.”

“Subterranean Irish pub featuring daily live, local music & drink specials plus billiards & games.”

“A well-known venue for dancing as well as live and DJ-set music.”

“Storied neighborhood bar offering cocktails in upbeat digs, plus DJs, dancing & karaoke.”