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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!

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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.

Reasons Bellefonte Victorian Christmas belongs on your 2024 bucket list

November 17th, 2024|Categories: Annual Events, Attractions, Bellefonte Stories, Community Events, Eat, Featured, General, Play, Shopping, Things To Do|

– by Hunter Hulbert A lot of the magic we feel around the holidays revolves around what we cannot see, but in Bellefonte, that magic is physically in front of you ...

Bellefonte Under the Lights 2024 promises enhanced ambiance, the same community spirit, and incredible food and drinks in a new Talleyrand Park location—don’t miss it!

October 3rd, 2024|Categories: Attractions, Bellefonte Stories, Community Events, Eat, Featured, General, Live, Play, Shopping, Things To Do|

– by Jodie Dello Stritto If you missed celebrating the people, the businesses, and the natural assets of Bellefonte last year when Under the Lights took a short hiatus, secure your tickets ...

Ride the rails to experience Bellefonte’s historic charm this fall

October 3rd, 2024|Categories: Bellefonte Stories, Featured, General, History, Play, Things To Do|

Looking for a unique way to experience the beauty and charm of Happy Valley, Pennsylvania? Step aboard the Bellefonte Historical Railroad Society’s scenic train rides and journey through the heart of our ...

Bellefonte Under the Lights – tickets go on sale August 2024

August 8th, 2024|Categories: Annual Events, Bellefonte Stories, Community Events, Featured, General, Live, Play, Shopping, Things To Do|

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

July 8th, 2024|Categories: Bellefonte Stories, Featured, General, Organizations and Clubs|

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!

June 7th, 2024|Categories: Featured, General, History, Stay|

– 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, ...

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