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Above the Valley Event Center is now named Mt. Nittany Overlook Event Center! Still owned and operated by Chef Harrison Schailey and Kit Henshaw, the team has moved all of the Harrison’s businesses under one roof and renamed the building Mt. Nittany Overlook. The event and meeting venue continues to operate on the main level, Elevation Room and lower level The Hillside Room. Their new restaurant, The Overlook Grill occupies the top level and the business office for Harrison’s Eat Well Catering is also located within the building. THis historic location offers an incomparable blend of breathtaking views, ample gathering spaces and award-winning food and beverage. Located atop the Mt. Nittany ridge, overlooking the picturesque countryside and adjacent mountains, guests will be surrounded by the historic beauty of scenic Happy Valley while celebrating weddings and special occasions or attending business retreats, conferences, and meetings with catering.
This tiered building has celebration space for as many as 200+ seated guests. There are multiple spaces for outdoor viewing, including outdoor decks, railed walkways, and a 400 square foot glassed in porch with sliding windows, perched over the mountainside. Bars and restrooms are located on all levels. Each level may be reserved separately, with pricing also available for use of multiple levels or the entire facility.