Wednesday, March 11th, 2026 in State College, Pennsylvania

The Region’s Forward-Thinking Economic Growth Event

Bringing together like-minded professionals, that have a vested interest in smart economic and industrial growth, to advance the Central Pennsylvania region.

The 2026 Industrial Development Forum will be held in beautiful State College, Centre County, Pennsylvania! State College is proudly home to the Penn State University main campus, University Park, that is home to over 42,000 students.

Make time to travel in early and enjoy the beautiful Central Pennsylvania region! 

Happy Valley: There is always something going on in Happy Valley, visit the #1 source for information on all there is to see and do in Happy Valley, PA! https://happyvalley.com/ 

Juniata River Valley: Wide valleys separated by heavily forested ridges define the landscape of the Juniata River Valley. Explore quaint shops, fabulous restaurants, outdoor recreation, Amish heritage in Big Valley, and charming small towns. Explore more at https://jrvvisitors.com/.

Pennsylvania: The Great American Getaway – https://www.visitpa.com/

Tuesday, March 10th, 2026: A Networking Dinner is planned to be held at the Hungry Run Distillery Event Center at 10 Ridens Rd, Lewistown, PA 17044 in Mifflin County, PA – a part of Pennsylvania that offers a unique blend of natural beauty, rich history, and charming small-town atmosphere amongst stunning valleys and scenic river landscape

Tuesday, March 10th, 2026: For those that pre-register to attend the reception, bus transportation will be provided from the Nittany Lion Inn with plans to depart at 4:30pm and will return back to the Nittany Lion Inn around 8:30pm. 

Event Venue: The 2026 Industrial Development Forum will be held at the Nittany Lion Inn, a historic hotel on the Penn State campus that is owned by the Scholar Hotel Group. The Scholar Hotel Group recently invested over $10 million in renovations, which updated the interior while preserving the historic exterior. The Nittany Lion Inn was established in 1931 and is a historic Georgian colonial-style hotel, known as “Penn State’s Living Room,” it has been a central hub for visitors, alumni, and the local community. The Inn boasts multiple dining venues, including Lionne & 1855 Lounge, offering innovative American cuisine with French influences, and Triplett’s, a casual spot honoring Penn State football legend Wally Triplett.  As well as causal coffee eatery Dear Joe.

Room Block Rate: A discounted room block rate of $169/night + tax is available for IDF 2026 attendees. The Group Code is FOCUS26A.

Directions to the Nittany Lion Inn: Google Map

From East:

• I-80 to Exit 161/US 220/I-99
• Take a Left onto US 220/I-99
• Take Exit 74 toward PSU
• Follow E Park Ave to Fischer Rd

From West/South:

• I-99/US 220
• Take Exit 69/US 322
• Follow US 322 to Fischer Rd

Parking: Parking is available next to the Nittany Lion Inn in the Nittany Parking Deck – Google Map – Next to Nittany Lion Inn on Fischer Rd.

Note: Parking fees are not included in registration and there will be separate fee. 

Parking can be paid on site or be pre-purchased. To pre-purchase a parking permit please click this link for instructions.

The Nittany Lion Inn also offers a limited number of valet parking spots as well.