Events in Downtown Altoona

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Join Bella Ame at Crowned Boutique to paint a Christmas welcome mat to take home.

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Altoona Community Theatre presents Agatha Christie's classic whodunit on the Mishler stage — detective Hercule Poirot must find a murderer among the passengers of the snowbound Orient Express. Various showtimes Thursday through Sunday; tickets at mishlertheatre.org.

Sharon Green from Bloom Yoga & Wellness leads a fun, relaxing yoga session at Catty Corner. Spots are limited — call or text 814-935-6274 to reserve yours. $10 for children, $20 for adults.

Part one of a pottery class with Homespun Beauties at Crowned Boutique — part two will follow on December 8.

Sophia, Dorothy, Rose and Blanche take the Mishler stage in this hilarious stage comedy based on the beloved sitcom. Tickets at MishlerTheatre.org.

Mayor Matt Pacifico and the City of Altoona, Amtrak, and the Blair County Chamber of Commerce invite the community to celebrate the launch of Amtrak's second daily Pennsylvanian round trip — an exciting expansion of passenger rail connecting Pittsburgh and New York City. Join us at the trackside platform for remarks from public officials, refreshments, a visit from the Altoona Curve's LOCO, and entertainment by the Altoona Area School District marching bands — then welcome the first train under the new schedule at approximately 3:33 PM. Full details and the official invitation at downtownaltoona.com/events/second-pennsylvanian.

One incredible night of live music honoring three legendary rock bands — the Beatles, Led Zeppelin and the Doors — on the Mishler stage. Tickets at MishlerTheatre.org.

Visit Santa at the A.T. Photography studio downtown — enjoy coffee and hot cocoa, Christmas treats, kids crafts, small gifts, and kids entertainment. Book your photo session online at atphotographyllc.pixieset.com/booking/santa2026.

A high-energy brass tribute celebrating the music of Chicago and beyond, live at the Mishler. Tickets at MishlerTheatre.org.

Back by popular demand, A Motown Christmas takes the Mishler stage — Motown's greatest hits and dazzling choreography combined with everyone's favorite holiday classics. Tickets at MishlerTheatre.org.

Crowned Boutique opens with extended hours for Black Friday — stop in and shop the deals.

Crowned Boutique celebrates Small Business Saturday with extended shopping hours from 9 AM to 4 PM.

Small Business Saturday is November 28 — and the whole season is a great time to show some love to our local businesses. Shop small, dine local, and discover the unique gifts, experiences, and treasures Downtown Altoona has to offer. When you support a local business, you're investing in the people and places that make our community special.

Visit Santa at the A.T. Photography studio downtown — enjoy coffee and hot cocoa, Christmas treats, kids crafts, small gifts, and kids entertainment. Book your photo session online at atphotographyllc.pixieset.com/booking/santa2026.

Step into a winter wonderland of holiday shopping surrounded by rich railroad heritage, as the museum halls are transformed with Christmas decorations and festive cheer. Local vendors will offer unique gifts, crafts, homemade goods, and treats.

The classic holiday ballet returns to the Mishler Theatre with performances December 4 through 6, including a Sunday matinee. Tickets at mishlertheatre.org.

The annual Spirit of Christmas Parade steps off at 1 PM, bringing festive floats, holiday cheer, and a visit from Santa. The route travels down 12th Avenue and along 11th Avenue to 16th Street, with grandstand seating and emcees near Heritage Plaza. Floats and performance groups compete for cash prizes — details and registration at spiritofchristmasparade.com. The Holiday Market is open from noon to 8 PM, so make a day of it!

Round out parade day with the Blair Concert Chorale's Celebrate the Season — an evening of choral holiday music at First Evangelical Lutheran Church.

Visit Santa at the A.T. Photography studio downtown — enjoy coffee and hot cocoa, Christmas treats, kids crafts, small gifts, and kids entertainment. Book your photo session online at atphotographyllc.pixieset.com/booking/santa2026.

A cozy holiday film night at the museum — enjoy a screening of The Muppet Christmas Carol in the museum theater. Tickets available at railroadcity.org. Pair it with the Holiday Market, open from 4 to 8 PM that evening.

The holiday fun returns to Heritage Plaza for weekend two. Make plans to participate in the Downtown Cookie Crawl from 11 AM to 3 PM — ticket details announced soon. Throughout the weekend, enjoy the Holiday Market until 8 PM, cookie decorating, children's activities, and time with Santa. Close out the evening with the Altoona Symphony Orchestra's Home for the Holidays concert at 7:30 PM.

Close out a full day of downtown holiday festivities with the Altoona Symphony Orchestra's Home for the Holidays concert, led by Maestro Nick Palmer — an evening of seasonal favorites for the whole family.

Wrap up the holiday weekend with The Clay Cup's Merry & Bright Brunch — and you can catch Santa there, too!

The beloved children's book leaps onto the Mishler stage in this musical adventure perfect for young theatregoers. Tickets at MishlerTheatre.org.

Under the direction of Bob Long, the Cathedral Festival Choir and the Blair Concert Chorale present Christmas at the Cathedral, featuring Handel's Messiah.

Join the Railroaders Memorial Museum for A Magical Christmas in Railroad City — meet Santa, sing carols, create holiday crafts, and enjoy hot cocoa and cookies in the museum. End the night in the museum's theater with a special screening of Home Alone at 7 PM. $10 tickets at railroadcity.org.

Sharon Green from Bloom Yoga & Wellness leads a fun, relaxing yoga session at Catty Corner. Spots are limited — call or text 814-935-6274 to reserve yours. $10 for children, $20 for adults.

Catch the John Denver Tribute Christmas Concert performed by Chris Collins and Boulder Canyon at the Mishler. Tickets at MishlerTheatre.org.

A tribute act billed as the greatest rock and roll show in the world brings the Rolling Stones' greatest hits to the Mishler stage. Tickets at MishlerTheatre.org.

The Missoula Children's Theatre presents Robinhood on the Mishler stage. Showtime and tickets at MishlerTheatre.org.

A musical retelling of Mark Twain's classic Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, on the Mishler stage. Tickets at MishlerTheatre.org.

Altoona Community Theatre presents Jane Austen's beloved romance — sparkling wit, unforgettable characters and one of literature's great love stories. Various showtimes Thursday through Sunday; tickets at mishlertheatre.org.

A ghoulishly fun family stage show at the Mishler. Tickets at MishlerTheatre.org.

The Altoona Symphony Orchestra with Maestra Rebekah O'Brien performs music inspired by the voices that shaped America. Tickets at MishlerTheatre.org.

Maestro Soo Han leads the Altoona Symphony Orchestra in an evening of symphonic showpieces. Tickets at MishlerTheatre.org.

Dinosaurs come to life on the Mishler stage in this interactive expedition for the whole family. Tickets at MishlerTheatre.org.

Altoona Community Theatre presents the rowdy musical comedy about two brothers racing to stage the world's very first musical in 1595. Various showtimes Thursday through Sunday; tickets at mishlertheatre.org.

Maestro Nick Palmer and the Altoona Symphony Orchestra close the season with an evening of music and magic. Tickets at MishlerTheatre.org.