Experience · State College
Evening Date Night at The State Theatre
Begin your evening with a relaxed drink, then immerse yourselves in a live performance at the historic State Theatre. Afterward, enjoy a romantic dinner nearby, savoring the post-show glow.
A 4.5-hour State College evening plan for couples — Allen Street Grill, The State Theatre, The Tavern.
- Duration
- 4h 30m
- Cost
- $100–$250
- Stops
- 3 stops
- Walking
- Light walking · Total 0.2-mile driving route
- Best time
- 5:00 – 10:00 PM
- Ideal for
- Couples · Friends · Solo
The plan
The plan
- 1Allen Street Grill(1 hr)→
- 2The State Theatre(2 hrs)→
- 3The Tavern(1 hr 30 min)
Why this plan works
The 3 stops cover about 0.2 miles total, which keeps you in one pocket of State College instead of crossing town between them. The State Theatre is the main event and takes the biggest block of time; the other stops are built around it. It finishes at The Tavern — a short, low-effort stop you can skip if you're ready to call it. Best suited to couples, friends, and solo who want a planned State College outing without improvising between stops.
The story
Overview
Begin your evening with a relaxed drink, then immerse yourselves in a live performance at the historic State Theatre. Afterward, enjoy a romantic dinner nearby, savoring the post-show glow.
The itinerary
3 stops, one great day
- 11 hrAllen Street Grill
Food & Drink
Relaxed spot for burgers, seafood & steak with a homey vibe & sunny outdoor porch seating.
What to do — Arrive an hour before the show starts for a casual drink and an appetizer to kick off the evening. Enjoy the relaxed atmosphere and outdoor seating if available.
0 mi · 3 min drive
Then Take a short walk to The State Theatre, just a block away for your performance.
22 hrsThe State TheatreArts & Culture
Historic theater is now a modern space for music concerts, opera, musicals & plays, dance & film.
What to do — Immerse yourselves in the evening's scheduled performance. Check the theatre's schedule in advance for showtimes and ticket information.
Scout Side QuestBefore the lights go down, pick your favorite vintage detail in the theater and compare.
0.2 mi · 4 min walk or 3 min drive
Then Walk a couple of blocks to The Tavern for your dinner reservation.
3Optional 1h 30mThe TavernFood & Drink
Homey, colonial-style eatery with sidewalk seats is an intimate space for seafood, steak & pasta.
What to do — Savor an intimate dinner of seafood, steak, or pasta in the colonial-style setting of this long-standing local favorite.
Scout Side QuestFind the most historic-looking decor piece nearby and pitch each other a quick legend about it.
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The route
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Common questions
Planning this outing
- Is this a good State College itinerary for couples?
- Yes. It's built for couples, friends, and solo and runs about 4 hr 30 min across 3 stops, starting at Allen Street Grill.
- How long does this outing take?
- Plan on 4 hr 30 min door to door, including time between stops.
- How much does this State College itinerary cost?
- Roughly $100–$250 per person, before parking and tips. Free and low-cost stops are marked on each card.
- Is this itinerary walkable?
- Yes — every hop is under a mile, about 0.2 miles of walking in total.
- Do I need reservations?
- No. Every stop on this plan takes walk-ins, though weekends move faster if you arrive early.