Outdoor Activities
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GHOSTS & LEGENDS TOURS
When: October 9 Where: Erie Cemetery, 2116 Chestnut Street, Erie For more info: eriecemeteryassoc. com
Walk through the Erie Cemetery and learn about some ghostly stories of those long deceased.
HALLOWEEN TRAIN
When: October 24 Where: Perry Street Station, 409 South Perry Street, Titusville For more info: octrr. org
Families can enjoy a three-hour roundtrip train ride through the scenic Oil Creek State Park. Everyone is encouraged to wear a costume, but it is not required. Each child 12 and under will receive a treat bag.
LIONS, TIGERS AND BEERS
When: October 3 Where: Erie Zoo, 423 West 38th Street, Glenwood Park For more info: eriezoo. org / events
This is a 21 + evening event where guests get to“ trick-or-treat” for beer samples around the zoo. There will also be behind-the-scenes animal tours, live music, sample stations, and local food trucks available for purchases.
SCARY CREATURE FEATURE AT ASBURY WOODS
When: October 8 – 10 Where: Asbury Woods Nature Center, 4105 Asbury Road, Erie For more info: asburywoods. org
A family event offering activities, storytelling and a guided walk through the woods where guests encounter and learn about some not-so-scary nocturnal creatures that live in the forest. It’ s the perfect chance to explore the woods at night and enjoy the cool, crisp air of an autumn evening.
UNUSUAL DEATHS TOUR
When: September 9 Where: Erie Cemetery, 2116 Chestnut Street, Erie For more info: eriecemeteryassoc. com
Stories of danger and strange circumstances will be shared on this walking tour.
ZOO BOO
When: October 15 – 30 Where: Erie Zoo, 423 West 38th Street, Glenwood Park For more info: eriezoo. org / events
This is one of the largest kid-friendly Halloween events in the area. Get your costume ready to wear, and experience the zoo“ Halloween style.”
Outdoor Activities
ERIE HEART WALK
When: September 10 Where: Rebich Investments Amphitheater at Liberty Park, 828 West Bayfront Parkway, Erie For more info: www2. heart. org
The Erie Heart Walk boosts your heart health and mental health while joining millions of others in the fight against heart disease and stroke.
ERIE HUMANE SOCIETY’ S TRAILS & TAILS 5K RUN
When: October 3 Where: Harborcreek Community Park, 5850 Firman Road, Harborcreek For more info: runsignup. com / Race / PA / Erie / TrailsTails
Lace up your shoes and leash up your pup to raise money for the Humane Society and SafeNet’ s joint program, Haven 2 Home!
LAKE ERIE ODYSSEY
When: September 12 Where: Waldameer Park, 220 Peninsula Drive, Erie For more info: barberinstitute. org / lakeerie-odyssey
Lake Erie Odyssey is a one-of-a-kind adventure, transforming Waldameer Park into an adapted obstacle course. Choose your challenge at every obstacle, move
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