About HVRW

What is Happy Valley Restaurant Week?

HVRW is a delicious celebration! Each summer, we shine a spotlight on the creative culinary minds that make dining out in Centre County so much fun. During the event, participating restaurants will present brand new entrees, drinks, or desserts. All you have to do is show up with your appetite!

When is Happy Valley Restaurant Week?

June 16-25, 2023. (OK, we know it’s 10 days, not a week, but isn’t that exciting?)

I’m a restaurant. How do I sign up to participate?

If you’re an eating and drinking establishment in Centre County, we would love to have you as part of this year’s celebration! Start by filling out our registration form.

I’m an eater. How do I participate?

Step 1: Browse this year’s list of participating restaurants.

Step 2: Decide which drool-worthy meal you’ll try first.

Step 3: Dine out or order in from June 16-23.

Step 4: Use #happyvalleyhungry to show us your favorite Restaurant Week meals! Plus, if you use this hashtag during Restaurant Week, you’ll be entered in a random drawing to win a gift card to the HVRW restaurant of your choice!

Did I hear someone say “custom cocktails”?

The rumors are true! Some restaurants have crafted extra special bevvies and pairings just for the event. Check with each establishment to see what they’re able to offer.

In the News

Happy Valley Restaurant Week is back. Here’s the full list of participants

BY KEELY DOLL | JUNE 20, 2022 | CENTRE DAILY TIMES

Happy Valley Restaurant Week has returned, with more than 20 Centre County restaurants showcasing their most creative dishes starting Monday. “Everyone is putting their best foot forward, really showing their style,” Maggie Anderson, the event’s organizer, said. Dishes will be available for dine-in but some locations are offering takeout. Restaurants will add special, limited edition menu items for the week.

by Peyton Kennedy | Jun 20, 2022 | WTAJ

Happy Valley Restaurant Week is back for seven days of local flavor.

Happy Valley Restaurant Week (formerly known as Happy Valley Culinary Week) is a newly revamped effort to promote restaurants in Centre County. From June 20-26, about 20 eateries across Centre County are adding a special dish to their menu to wow eaters with creativity and bold flavors from Happy Valley’s top chefs.

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Happy Valley Restaurant Week Set to Showcase Centre County Culinary Delights

By Geoff Rushton | June 17, 2022 | STATECOLLEGE.COM

Nearly two dozen Centre County eateries will be serving up special dishes to showcase the local food scene during Happy Valley Restaurant Week beginning Monday.

Through Friday, participating restaurants will offer one special dish featuring local flavors and over-the-top creations. Formerly known as Happy Valley Culinary Week, the event was relaunched two years ago by Maggie Anderson and Matt Fern with support from the Happy Valley Adventure Bureau and Centre County Commissioners’ tourism grant program.

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