Signature Events
Where making meets mingling.
Upcoming Events
Crafts & Cocktails
Summer Camp Classics
Wednesday 5/6
6 – 8:30pm
Do you remember when summer felt endless?
When making something messy and imperfect was the whole point?
When you tried something new, just because?
At Crafts & Cocktails on May 6, weβre bringing that feeling back with a playful, hands-on summer camp for grown-ups.
Itβs a reminder that curiosity and creativity belong at every age.
And during Centre Gives, your support helps make sure the next generation has access to those kinds of confidence-building camp experiences, too.
π Save $5 when you pre-register.
$40 pre-sale (until 11:59pm Tues 5/5)
$45 at the door
Maker Booth Pop-Up
Celebrate National Small Business Week!
Sunday 5/3 – Saturday 5/9
π Pop-Up Hours:
Sunday, May 3: 12 β 8 PM
Monday, May 4: 4 β 8 PM
Tuesday, May 5: 4 β 8 PM
Wednesday, May 6: 12 β 4 PM
or 6 β 8:30 PM (with event ticket only)
Thursday, May 7: 12 β 8 PM
Friday, May 8: 12 β 8 PM
Saturday, May 9: 12 β 8 PM
Shop local and support the incredible makers in our community! To replace our regular Gift Shop for the week, we’ll present a curated collection of handmade goods, one-of-a-kind gifts, and funky finds from local artists, makers, and small businesses.
Every purchase supports a makerβand helps fuel creativity and opportunity in our community. Come by, bring a friend, and shop small all week long π
Monthly Maker Meet-Ups
Community is at the heart of everything we do at The Rivet. Meet up with maker-pals to catch up, share knowledge, and nerd out about whatever you’re working on!
TWO Signature Events, ONE Creative Community!
Calling All Makers, Artists, Shoppers & Tinkerers! Our team is proud to present TWO unforgettable weekends that celebrate curiosity, creativity, and community; each event with its own flair!
π§ NOW LOADING... Maker Faire Happy Valley 2026!
ποΈ October 2 – 4, 2026
π Discovery Space
π Axemann Brewery
Part science fair, part art show, part festival of creativity, visitors can take part in opportunities to make and learn about everything from soldering to sewing to 3D printing and more!
We want to see what YOU make.
Our call for makers is now OPEN on our event website.
Final Application Deadline: Friday, August 21, 2026, 11:59pm
βοΈ JUST ANNOUNCED: Rivet Winter Market 2026
ποΈ November 7β8, 2026
π Discovery Space
This annual holiday makers’ market serves as an important fundraiser for Discovery Space and The Rivet. Every purchase supports our mission to provide meaningful learning opportunities to learners of all ages right here in Centre County and across Central PA.
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Birthday Parties for Mini Makers
Want to give your mini maker (ages 2-12) a birthday they’ll never forget? Birthday party packages at Discovery Space and The Rivet start at just $175 for Rivet yearly members ($200 for non-members), with options for up to 10 or 20 kids. With add-on activities like UV Resin Hair Clips and Vinyl Vibes Drawstring Bags, we have options for every crafty kid.
Private Events & Classes
Fill out the interest form to schedule any of our regular classes as private group sessions or arrange your own unique experience. Someone from The Rivet team will contact you shortly. Filling out the interest form does not guarantee instructor availability.