Maker Faire Happy Valley will be held at Axemann Brewery, 2042 Axemann Rd, Bellefonte, PA 16823!

SHUTTLE TRACKER

(see additional shuttle info below)

 

Dates: September 20 and 21

 

Hours:  Open to the public from 11AM-5PM

The event is indoors and will take place rain or shine! Exhibits and activity stations will be both on the main level and upstairs in the Maker Loft.

 

Tickets:  Admission is FREE! Free and paid activities.

 

What should I bring to the Faire?

  • Cash or credit cards for: activity stations, craft brews from Axemann Brewery, and awesome food from on-site vendors Flo Bros Pizza and Marin Eats.
  • If you take the free shuttle, you may have some waiting time outdoors, so sun protection is recommended!
  • Reusable shopping bag to store anything you make or purchase.
  • Your curiosity and a willingness to roll up your sleeves and try new things!

 

What’s the best way to get there and where should I park?

If you’re flying in from out of town: From the State College Regional Airport, Axemann Brewery is a 12-15 minute drive (7 miles). Google Map Directions

 

Shuttle & Parking Details:

Parking at Axemann Brewery can fill quickly, so we’ve set up multiple options PLUS a free shuttle so you can pick the spot that works best for you.

  • 1 • Axemann Brewery Lot (+ South Lot overflow along Axemann Rd)
    • Best for early arrivals who want to be closest to the action
    • Locals may know this lot from Sunday Funday; just a quick shuttle ride to the brewery
  • 2 • Downtown State College Garages (Shuttle: Near Fraser & Beaver)
    • Perfect for State College residents — leave your car in town and head to Fraser & Beaver to catch our free shuttle to Bellefonte
    • No worries about traffic, directions, or enjoying Axemann’s stellar brews!
    • Make a full day of it on Saturday: check out LatinFest or Pop Up Ave before/after the Faire
  • 3 • Benner Pike Walmart Lot (Shuttle: Edge of lot towards Barnes & Noble)
    • Skip potential congestion near Axemann and downtown; just park and hop right on the shuttle
    • Plenty of open parking, easy to find, and a great place to meet-up with friends and go together

 

Where can I find Shuttle Updates during the event?
On event day, you can find shuttle information:

  • SHUTTLE TRACKER: Live tracking. If the South Lot overflow fills up, we’ll post an update there so you’ll know exactly where to park!
  • At Maker Faire: Avail Technologies, one of our event sponsors, will have live shuttle tracking at their booth