TThe community calendar is filling up fast. Whether you’ re planning ahead or just looking for something to do on a sunny afternoon or warm evening, consider this your guide to making the most of the season.
From food trucks and festivals to concerts and movies under the stars, these events highlight the best of what
summer has to offer close to home.
FAIRS, FESTIVALS AND FUNDRAISERS
AGRI-FAIR DAY
When: September 5 Where: Mellon Heritage Outreach Center, 16 West Division Street, North East For more info: facebook. com / groups / NECFAIR
This community fair is a long-standing( almost 100-year) tradition. The many programs and activities have been condensed into a one-day event. Contests will include pumpkin decorating, scarecrow making, quilting, baking, coloring and floral arranging. There will also be crafts for the kids, vendors, food and an observation beehive.
AMERIMASALA FESTIVAL
When: July 18 Where: Perry Square, 571 State Street, Downtown Erie For more info: Find on Facebook – The AmeriMasala
This will be Erie’ s first multidisciplinary celebration of global ethnic arts, food and performances. Towering body puppets, stilt walkers, a New Orleans – style marching band and a West African dance and drum ensemble will make this an exciting and unique event.
BORN TO GOLF TOURNAMENT
When: July 13 Where: Lakeshore Country Club, 5950 Lake Shore Drive, Erie For more info: wccerie. org / news-events
Women’ s Care Center is hosting its annual golf tournament. The day will consist of a picnic lunch before a shotgun start at noon. On-course games and putting contests will add to the fun along with auctions, placement prizes and giveaways later at the clubhouse during the buffet dinner.
CELEBRATEERIE
When: August 14 – 16 Where: Perry Square, North Park Row, Downtown Erie For more info: celebrateerie. com
CelebrateErie is a three-day festival designed to bring the community together for a regional showcase of local art, food, culture, music and the people that make Erie worth celebrating.
CORRYFEST
When: June 11 – 15 Where: Corry City Park and Downtown Corry For more info: corrychamber. com / corryfest
The Corry Area Chamber of Commerce is partnering with the YMCA of Corry for CorryFest 2026. This annual hometown celebration will include music, games, crafters, displays, demonstrations, a parade and fireworks. Join in the fun!
EDINBORO ART & MUSIC FESTIVAL
When: May 14 – 17 Where: Downtown Edinboro For more info: edinboroartandmusic. com
This festival showcases grassroots art and music in the unique spirit of Appalachian culture and tradition. Check out the art show gallery or one of the many workshops. Children can enjoy special sing-a-longs and other activities. There will be pieces of art for sale by local artists, and local musicians and bands will perform in scheduled or spontaneous jam sessions.
ERIE BEER ON THE BAY
When: July 25 Where: Rebich Investments Amphitheater at Liberty Park, 828 West Bayfront Parkway, Erie For more info: eriebrewingco. com / beer-on-the-bay-26. html
Don’ t miss this premier craft beer event! Beer on the Bay will have plenty of brews, live entertainment and local vendors. Some of the proceeds benefit The ANNA Shelter.
ERIE BLUES & JAZZ FESTIVAL
When: August 1 & 2 Where: Frontier Park, 1501 West Sixth Street, Erie For more info: eriebluesandjazz. com This weekend of free world-class performances began over 30 years ago. Hundreds of national and regional artists will perform on two stages during the event.
ERIE COUNTY FAIR
When: August 30 through September 5 Where: 13993 PA-8, Wattsburg For more info: wattsburgfair. com
The county fair celebrates its 141st year this summer! Top entertainers, amusement rides, truck and tractor pulls, horse pulls and lots more make this fair fun for the whole family.
FELINES & WINES
When: May 16 Where: Erie Zoo, 423 West 38th Street, Glenwood Park For more info: eriezoo. org / events
Get ready for a night like no other at this annual Big Cat Conservation fundraiser. An exclusive 21 + event promises an unforgettable evening of sipping, sampling, and supporting the majestic and beloved big cats.
FESTIVAL OF THE BIRDS
When: May 15 – 17 Where: Presque Isle State Park, 301 Peninsula Drive, Erie For more info: presqueisleaudubon. org
Discover the joys of spring migration at Presque Isle State Park, rated one of the top birding spots in the country by BirdWatching magazine. Field trips to all the hotspots and workshops for every level will be educational and fun for all. This event is limited to 150 attendees and fills up fast.
GEM CITY RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL
When: September 6 Where: Frontier Park, 1501 West Sixth Street, Erie For more info: gemcityrenaissancefestival. com
Entertainment, artisan vendors, food trucks, and historical demonstrations will be sure to delight the entire realm at this year’ s renaissance festival.
GERMAN HERITAGE FEST
When: September 5 & 6 Where: St. Nick’ s Grove, 5131 Old French Road, Millcreek Township For more info: dank-erie. org
Celebrate German culture with great food, music, dancing, merchandise, beer and more. The festival is organized by DANK Chapter 71 of Erie and Lake Erie Fanfare.
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