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Whatever you’re looking for, Bellefonte’s got it. There is no shortage of activities for the outdoor-lovers, whether you’re casting, paddling or hiking. An impressive downtown offers additional entertainment in the way of shops, restaurants, museums and more. Don’t miss out on everything Bellefonte has to offer!
Getting out is easy in Bellefonte
Local parks like Talleyrand offer playgrounds, biking and walking paths, and picnic areas that are popular year-round, giving folks a chance to enjoy fresh air and lovely sights. Boasting nearby state parks, forests, lakes, creeks and tributaries, outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy a plentiful range of activities.
For starters, try hiking, mountain biking, swimming, slalom kayaking, boating, fishing, fly fishing (best in the world!), stand-up paddle boarding, canoeing, geocaching, snowshoeing, cross country skiing, snowmobiling, etc.
Downtown’s charming, walkable streets are ideal for shoppers, with antique shops, jewelry, boutiques and other specialty stores ruling the Victorian architecture. The Bellefonte Art Museum offers classes, rotating and permanent exhibits, as well as a wide range of youth programs, including a childrena�s garden. Bellefonte is also home to the Centre County Library, Historical Museum and the American Philatelic (stamp-collecting) Society.
Bellefonte Under the Lights – tickets go on sale August 2024
Bellefonte Under the Lights will be held on Friday, October 11, 2024. What is Bellefonte Under the Lights? Bellefonte Under the Lights is a night of communal outdoor dining, created ...
Grants awarded to support two Centre County businesses
Two Happy Valley-based businesses were recently awarded grant funding by Bellefonte SpringBoard, an initiative by Downtown Bellefonte Inc., to support business growth in the region. Bellefonte-based businesses Kelly Scott Voice ...
The Queen, A Victorian Bed and Breakfast Celebrates 50 Years!
– by Nancy Noll On June 16, 2024, The Queen, A Victorian Bed and Breakfast will be commemorating the 50th anniversary of its restoration adventure. The Queen Anne style building was once a dilapidated, ...
Bellefonte, PA Guide: What to Do, Where to Eat, and Where to Stay
– by Anna Cook Bellefonte is a quaint little town about 20 minutes northeast of State College with plenty of character. Stay at one of the bed & breakfasts within ...
Get Ready for the 2024 Bellefonte Cruise
Welcome to the Bellefonte Cruise, a beloved Father's Day weekend tradition in Historic Bellefonte, Centre County, PA since 1988! If you have a passion for antique and classic cars, this ...
Community invited to celebrate Bellefonte’s first mural with public artist talk
Bellefonte, PA—Over the last two years, Downtown Bellefonte Inc. (DBI) has worked with community members to facilitate a mural project in downtown Bellefonte. The project will come to fruition this spring with ...