Hot Fun in the Summertime!
Erie Art Museum Blues and Jazz Festival Dates: Aug. 3-5 Address: Frontier Park, 1501 West 6th Street, Erie Contact: erieartmuseum. org, or 814.459.5477
For three days and three nights, the park comes alive with this dynamic musical event— a free community event held rain or shine. The Erie Blues & Jazz Festival, attracting more than 20,000 visitors, features musicians that range from regional favorites to international superstars. Visit the website for more information.
Erie County Fair Dates: Aug. 26-Sept. 1 Address: 13993 PA-8, Wattsburg Contact: wattsburgfair. com, or 814.739.2232
Erie County’ s oldest and largest fair! Top entertainers, amusement rides, truck and tractor pulls, horse pulls and lots of fun. Visit the website for the schedule of events.
The French Creek Festival Dates: Second Weekend in July Address: Union City Area School District Complex, 105 Concord Street, Union City Contact: gatheringatfrenchcreek. com
The French Creek Festival celebrates Union City’ s heritage due to its strategic location at a crossroad of both water and land routes. There is something for all ages including the spectacular fireworks show on Friday night! Visit the website for the schedule of events.
North East Firemen’ s Cherry Festival Dates: July 10-14 Address: Heard Memorial Park, 40 North Lake Street, North East Contact: necherryfestival. com, or 814.725.5616
A yearly carnival to raise funds for the North East Fire Department! Bring the whole family to enjoy rides, carnival food, games and more. Visit the website for information on purchasing tickets and other details.
Olde-Fashioned Fourth of July Date: June 30 Address: Heard Memorial Park, 40 North Lake Street, North East Contact: nechamber. org, or 814.725.4262 Olde-Fashioned Fourth of July is a familyfriendly community Independence Day celebration featuring lots of fun activities topped off with fireworks. Visit the website for a schedule of events.
Panegyri Greek Festival Dates: July 7-9 Address: Assumption Greek Orthodox Church, 4376 West Lake Road, Erie Contact: erieorthodox. org, or 814.838.8808
A summer tradition and local favorite, attracting people from near and far. Whether you’ re a regular or a first-timer, all are welcome to experience this special event! Delicious Greek cuisine, pastries, and souvenirs; Greek music and folk dancing; and much, much more! Visit the website for more information.
Roar on the Shore Dates: July 18-22 Address: Downtown Erie and Perry Square, North Park Row, Erie Contact: roarontheshore. com, or 800.815.2660
A motorcycle rally that attracts more than 165,000 motorcycle enthusiasts and features a bike parade, live music, food and libations. Proceeds will benefit the Sarah A. Reed Children’ s Center, a nonprofit human service provider for children with mental health, behavioral health and severe emotional challenges. Visit the website for more information.
St. Paul’ s Annual Italian Festival Dates: Aug. 10-12 Address: St. Paul’ s Roman Catholic Church, 1617 Walnut Street, Erie Contact: stpaulrcerie. org, or 814.459.3173
Enjoy authentic Italian food and cookies, Pasta Faggioli dinner, a church procession, musical entertainment and more! Visit the website for more information.
Waterford Days Dates: July 20-22 Address: The Park in the Center of Town Contact: facebook. com / waterforddays, or waterforddays. com
Since 1974! There will be something to do for the entire family including entertainment, crafts for sale, and great food. Everyone is invited to join. Visit the website for a schedule of activities.
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