[Photo Story] Arts Fest 2026

Arts Fest 2026 is in the books!
The Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts, or “Arts Fest”, occurred once again in State College this Wednesday, July 8, to Sunday, July 11. Students, locals, and visitors from everywhere traveled to Happy Valley to experience the variety of art that gathered here over the weekend.
Amid the excitement, our photographers captured the joy, rain, and beauty of this weekend.
Set-up for this annual event started downtown on Tuesday, July 7.




The Banner Exhibition and Competition were displayed in full color.


Countless booths from artists of all mediums scattered around Penn State’s campus and State College.
Did you get to every one?






Sidewalk displays from artists of all ages.




Art, art, and more art!




Live music is another staple of the festival.


A little bit of rain couldn’t stop this event!



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