Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts

Date

Thu - Sat, Jul 10 - 12, 2025

Cost

Free!

Location

The Friedman Auditorium
Category

Organizer

Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts
Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts
Phone
814-237-3682
Website
https://arts-festival.com/

COOLING STATION and INDOOR PERFORMANCES

This year The Central PA Arts Fest has partnered with The State Theatre to provide a space where attendees can escape the heat of the day while relaxing in the theatre. 

The theatre will be open on Thursday, July 10th from 11 a.m. through 3 p.m. and Saturday, July 12th from 11 a.m. through 5 p.m. 

Performances are also scheduled during these time frames so be sure to check the schedule for specific performance times!

Thursday, July 10th

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11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Central Pennsylvania Dance Workshop

Continuing our annual tradition, the Central PA Dance  workshop’s (CPDW) summer children’s classes will perform dances from our recent production “At the Library,” new works created specifically for the Arts Festival, and a special appearance by CPDW’s Children’s Ensemble with an encore performance of “Duck & Goose.” We hope to see you there!

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Erin Jeannier – The Queen of Hoops

The Queen of Hoops dazzles audiences across the country entertaining for a wide array of events, including corporate parties, Renaissance fairs, town festivals, and private occasions, performing an array of talents such as aerial acrobatics, juggling, fire dancing, and more. Specializing in hula hoops, she will captivate a crowd of all ages, demonstrating numerous skills, stunts, and illusions that are sure to impress. Her clever artistry comes into play as she demonstrates her mastery with a bit of charm, storytelling, and humor. Erin keeps audiences in awe and inspired.

Saturday, July 12th

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Trout Fishing in America – Children’s Show

Trout Fishing in America is the songwriting collaboration of Keith Grimwood and Ezra Idlet. For almost 50 years, their vibrant, percussive sound and dynamic stage presence have cultivated a multi-generational fan base at performing arts centers, clubs, and music festivals all around the country.

8:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Trout Fishing in America

Trout Fishing in America is the songwriting collaboration of Keith Grimwood and Ezra Idlet. For almost 50 years, their vibrant, percussive sound and dynamic stage presence have cultivated a multi-generational fan base at performing arts centers, clubs, and music festivals all around the country.