The following article is posted on the State College Spikes website. It gives a description of everything you need to know about Spikesfest.
What is SpikesFest?
Now in its 11th year as the State College area's premier winter family activity, SpikesFest is a giant indoor baseball carnival designed to simulate the experience of fun ballpark activities during the cold weather months. This free event features inflatable games, kids activities, video games, mascot appearances, performances by local entertainment groups, unique experiences, door prizes, ticket specials, and much more!
SpikesFest 2017 will be held on Sunday, March 5 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Penn State Indoor Multi-Sport Facility, located adjacent to the Bryce Jordan Center. Admission is FREE. This year's event is presented by Mount Nittany Health and media partner WTAJ, Your News Leader.
SpikesFest Parking & Bag Policy Advisory
Admission is FREE for this year's SpikesFest event on Sunday, March 5. Complimentary parking is available in Lot 44, which is located between Bryce Jordan Center, the Indoor Multi-Sport Facility, Beaver Stadium and Medlar Field at Lubrano Park.
Penn State Athletics Bag Policy will be in effect for SpikesFest, as the event is held inside a Penn State athletic facility. There are no restrictions on bags that may be brought into the Multi-Sport Facility, but all bags are subject to search. Please click here to view more info on Penn State's athletic bag policy.
SpikesFest 2017 Activity List
Check back often prior to SpikesFest for updates on our activity list!
- Free rides on Spikes Inflatables (Bounce House, Obstacle Course and more!)
- Take swings in the indoor batting cages
- Practice pitching skills
- Arts and crafts presented by Center for Arts and Crafts at Penn State
- Interactive games and activities from Discovery Space of Central PA
- Kids activities from Mid-State Literacy Council
- Football activities from Centre Bulldogs Youth Football & Cheerleading
- Pinewood Derby track and cars courtesy of the Juniata Valley Council of the Boy Scouts of America
- Soccer activities from the Centre Soccer Association
- Baseball games and activities from the Penn State All-Sports Museum
- Football activities from State College Lion Youth Football
- Info and games from Soccer Shots
- Family fun from the State College Community Land Trust
- Penn State Baseball information table for details on the Nittany Lions' 2017 season
- March of Dimes information and giveaways
- Plenty of open space for kids to run around and have fun!
- More to come!
SpikesFest 2017 Entertainment & Appearances
- Mascot Meet and Greet with Ike the Spike, the BB&T Nookie Monster, LuCKy the Lion, Bob the Baseball Dog
- Special appearance by "Linky the Ambulance" from Centre LifeLink EMS
- Visit mascots from CenClear Child Services
- Performances by the Nittany Dreamers Baton & Silk Corps
- Aerial hammock display from Mind, Body, Art School of Dance
- Check back here frequently for updates!
Silent Charity Auction to Benefit The Mount Nittany Health Foundation
SpikesFest will feature a silent auction of sports memorabilia and entertainment experiences with all proceeds to benefit The Mount Nittany Health Foundation. While the silent auction will feature a number of affordable items from local sponsors and attractions, the charity auction at SpikesFest will also include several high profile items. A complete list will be available as soon as it is finalized.
The Spikes also welcome any community group, sports league, or non-profit organization that would be interested in the free opportunity to distribute information and conduct sign-ups as part of SpikesFest 2017. Interested groups should contact Ben Love with the Spikes at (814) 272-0312 or email blove@statecollegespikes.com. For more information on SpikesFest 2017 please check back with us at this page often, or visit the Spikes Facebook Page and @SCSpikes on Twitter.
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