Center for the Performing Arts at Penn State
State College, PA
367 Shortlidge Road 16802
VENUE GUIDE
Center for the Performing Arts at Penn State
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Before & After
Venue Details
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STAY NEAR THE ACTION
Stay Near Center for the Performing Arts at Penn State
Make the event easier by staying close to Center for the Performing Arts at Penn State and the surrounding State College area. Compare nearby options for the night before, the night of, or after your event.
Scholar State College, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
0.5 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.0 (228 reviews)
Hotel State College
0.5 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.6 (148 reviews)
The Nittany Lion Inn
0.6 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.5 (1,474 reviews)
Hyatt Place State College
0.6 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.3 (798 reviews)
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VENUE & SURROUNDING AREA
About Center for the Performing Arts at Penn State & the Area
Center for the Performing Arts at Penn State is an event venue in State College, PA. Use this venue guide to plan where to stay, what to do before and after the event, and how the venue connects with the surrounding event destination.
BEFORE THE EVENT
Your Opening Act
Ideas near Center for the Performing Arts at Penn State for late morning, lunch, the afternoon and the hours leading up to your event.
Restaurants
McAlister's Deli
0.2 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to Center for the Performing Arts at Penn State.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (30 reviews)
Burger King
0.2 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to Center for the Performing Arts at Penn State.
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (55 reviews)
Panda Express
0.2 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Center for the Performing Arts at Penn State.
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (241 reviews)
Sbarro
0.3 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Center for the Performing Arts at Penn State.
Google Maps rating: 3.5 (60 reviews)
Eye-Openers & Cocktails
The Press: Cider & Craft Beverage Taphouse
0.4 mi from the venue
A convenient drinks stop near the venue.
Google Maps rating: 5.0 (18 reviews)
Lion's Den
0.4 mi from the venue
A convenient drinks stop near the venue.
Google Maps rating: 3.5 (148 reviews)
Sharkies Bar & Thrifty Bottle
0.4 mi from the venue
A convenient drinks stop near the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (227 reviews)
Adam's Apple
0.4 mi from the venue
Start the event day with a nearby drinks stop.
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (21 reviews)
The Shandygaff
0.5 mi from the venue
A nearby stop for drinks before the event.
Google Maps rating: 3.7 (277 reviews)
Doggie's Pub
0.5 mi from the venue
Start the event day with a nearby drinks stop.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (455 reviews)
Coffee & Cafes
Starbucks Coffee Company
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (77 reviews)
Starbucks
0.3 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (79 reviews)
Cafe Alina
0.4 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (909 reviews)
Abba Java Coffeehouse
0.4 mi from the venue
Coffee near Center for the Performing Arts at Penn State for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (128 reviews)
Dunkin'
0.4 mi from the venue
Coffee near Center for the Performing Arts at Penn State for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (13 reviews)
Sowers Harvest Café
0.4 mi from the venue
Coffee near Center for the Performing Arts at Penn State for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (930 reviews)
Museums
Frost Entomological Museum
0.1 mi from the venue
Spend part of the day exploring before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (26 reviews)
Earth and Mineral Sciences Museum and Art Gallery
0.5 mi from the venue
Spend part of the day exploring before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (23 reviews)
Attractions
Old Main
0.4 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (226 reviews)
Palmer Museum of Art
0.5 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (398 reviews)
The Nittany Lion Shrine
0.5 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (637 reviews)
Sidney Friedman Park
0.7 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to Center for the Performing Arts at Penn State.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (49 reviews)
Penn State All-Sports Museum
0.7 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (112 reviews)
Discovery Space of Central Pennsylvania
1.1 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (236 reviews)
Shopping
University Park Plaza Corporation
1.0 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Center for the Performing Arts at Penn State.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (38 reviews)
Hamilton Square Shopping Center
1.0 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Center for the Performing Arts at Penn State.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (270 reviews)
Westerly Parkway Plaza
1.4 mi from the venue
Shop nearby before heading to the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (588 reviews)
Hills Plaza
1.9 mi from the venue
Shop nearby before heading to the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (517 reviews)
Southridge Plaza
2.0 mi from the venue
Shop nearby before heading to the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (49 reviews)
Hills Plaza South
2.1 mi from the venue
Shop nearby before heading to the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (43 reviews)
AFTER THE EVENT
Your Encore
Evening and post-event options near Center for the Performing Arts at Penn State. Hours can vary by day, so confirm current hours for your event date.
Restaurants
Panda Express
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (241 reviews)
Pollock Commons
0.3 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (131 reviews)
Bars & Nightlife
The Press: Cider & Craft Beverage Taphouse
0.4 mi from the venue
Drinks near Center for the Performing Arts at Penn State after the show or game.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 5.0 (18 reviews)
Lion's Den
0.4 mi from the venue
An option for a nightcap after the event.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 3.5 (148 reviews)
Sharkies Bar & Thrifty Bottle
0.4 mi from the venue
Keep the night going after the event.
Today: 2:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (227 reviews)
Adam's Apple
0.4 mi from the venue
An option for a nightcap after the event.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (21 reviews)
The Shandygaff
0.5 mi from the venue
Keep the night going after the event.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 3.7 (277 reviews)
Doggie's Pub
0.5 mi from the venue
Keep the night going after the event.
Today: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (455 reviews)
Getting to Center for the Performing Arts at Penn State
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Uber, Lyft and local taxi service are common transportation options for visitors to Center for the Performing Arts at Penn State in State College, PA. Event-day pickup and drop-off restrictions may apply, so check your rideshare app for the current designated location and instructions.
Transit
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Parking & Event-Day Details
PARKING PRICES
Rates Can Change by Event
Parking availability, lot or garage access, pricing and event-day restrictions can vary for Center for the Performing Arts at Penn State. Check the venue's official website and the specific event instructions before arrival.
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