Illustration of a fall festival in a town square with a red roofed gazebo, striped booths, pumpkins and orange trees (Downtown State College Fall Festival 2026)

Downtown State College Fall Festival 2026

Families can visit the pumpkin patch to pick up free pumpkins for kids and participate in a pumpkin decorating activity. The street festival features engagement stations, a fun house, a photo station, and food vendors. Attendees can also enjoy pop-up performances and dozens of children's activities hosted by local nonprofits and family organizations.

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Plan Your Visit

Website / Tickets

downtownstatecollege.com

When

Tickets

Free.

Hours

10am-3pm.

Ages

Whole family

Neighborhood

Downtown State College

Food & Drink

Food vendors are stationed throughout the festival offering refreshments and bites for purchase.

Parking

Free 3-hour parking validations are provided for the Pugh, Fraser, or Beaver Garages; ask for one at the DID table. Additional parking is available at the Beaver Metered Lot, McAllister Deck, and on-street parking.

Going?

Location

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200 Block S Allen St, State College, PA 16801 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Scare Factor

👻 👻 👻 👻 👻 (1/5)

Family Friendly

👶 👶 👶 👶 👶 (5/5)

Best For

Families with young children

Vibe

Lively and family-friendly

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Ask for a free 3-hour parking validation at the DID table for the Pugh, Fraser, or Beaver garages.
  • Additional parking is available at McAllister Deck, the Beaver Metered Lot, and on-street spaces.

Links & Contact

Run by Downtown State College Improvement District

Website / Tickets Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are pumpkins available for children?

Yes, free pumpkins for kids are provided at the Martin’s Garden Center Pumpkin Patch, which also includes a pumpkin decorating activity.

What kind of activities are offered for families?

The event includes a fun house, a photo station, food vendors, pop-up performances by Tempest Productions, and dozens of kids' activities run by local nonprofits.

Where can visitors park for free?

Free three-hour parking validations are available at the DID table for the Pugh, Fraser, or Beaver garages.

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