OUTDOOR ADVENTURE EXPO

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The Outdoor Adventure Expo is Bellefonte’s premier event for celebrating its stunning natural assets and outdoor recreation opportunities. This annual free-admission event draws thousands of attendees and features a diverse mix of regional vendors, nonprofits, and businesses specializing in outdoor gear, recreation products, and nature-based experiences.

As the gateway to adventure, Bellefonte and its surrounding Happy Valley region offer an unparalleled backdrop for outdoor enthusiasts. The Outdoor Adventure Expo highlights the area’s abundant resources while promoting the many health benefits of outdoor activities.

This exciting event features:

-Regional Vendors and Makers: Explore products and services for hiking, kayaking, camping, fishing, and more.
-Adventure-Based Nonprofits: Learn about organizations dedicated to promoting the great outdoors.
-Interactive Workshops: Topics include kayaking, fly fishing, beekeeping, backpacking, hammock camping, and campfire cooking demos.
-Historic Walking Tours and Croquet Games: Enjoy fun and educational activities suitable for all ages.
-Live Demonstrations: Gain hands-on experience with camping gear, creating milkweed seed balls, and more.

With over 60 participating vendors and a history of drawing 2,500-3,000 attendees, the Outdoor Adventure Expo has become a regional hub for nature-based tourism and outdoor commerce. Hosted by Downtown Bellefonte Inc., the event not only supports local businesses and nonprofits but also underscores Bellefonte's reputation as a top destination for outdoor recreation.

Celebrate everything that makes Bellefonte and Happy Valley unique! Mark your calendar for this year’s Outdoor Adventure Expo and experience a full day of exploring, learning, and connecting with the great outdoors.