‘ THE CHICAGO SPEAKEASY’
When: Check the website for dates in July and August. Where: The Station Dinner Theatre, 4940 Peach Street, Millcreek Township For more info: canterburyfeast. com
“ The Chicago Speakeasy” is an allnew, high-energy roaring twenties musical comedy where the“ dolls” and“ mugs” serve and entertain. This interactive show is full of dancing, laughter and food.
DRINK ALONG, SING ALONG
When: May 19 Where: The Concourse at Union Station, 123 West 14th Street, Erie For more info: eriephil. org
Get your beer steins and vocal cords ready! The coolest singing event of the year returns with the Erie Philharmonic Chorus.
FRIDAY MUSIC SERIES AT ARUNDEL CELLARS & BREWING CO.
When: Fridays and Sundays in May and June( Check the website for specifics.) Where: 11727 East Main Road, North East For more info: arundelcellars. com
Enjoy delicious local wines, brews and food while listening to live music.
GAZEBO CONCERTS
When: June 18, July 16 and August 13 Where: The Gazebo in Beute Park, Iroquois Avenue, Lawrence Park For more info: lawrenceparktwp. org
Take your blanket or lawn chair and enjoy some great music with friends, family and neighbors.
‘ HAIRSPRAY’
When: Various dates July 24 through August 9 Where: Erie Playhouse, 13 West 10th Street, Downtown Erie For more info: erieplayhouse. org
“ Hairspray” is the feel-good musical story of Tracy Turnblad, a girl with big hair and big dreams! She wants to dance on TV with her teen idol crush, Link Larkin.
MONDAY MUSIC IN THE WOODS
When: Mondays, June 1 through July 27 Where: Asbury Woods, 4105 Asbury Road, Erie For more info: asburywoods. org
Take a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy live music at Asbury Woods! Wine and food will be available to purchase. One dollar of each glass of wine sold will be donated to Asbury Woods.
ROCK & RESCUE CHARITY CONCERT
When: July 18 Where: Rebich Investments Amphitheater, 828 Bayfront Parkway, Erie For more info: eriehumanesociety. org
Parmalee, a multiplatinum country band, will bring a high-energy show to the Bayfront to support homeless pets at the Erie Humane Society.
SUNSET MUSIC SERIES
When: Wednesday evenings, June 17 through July 22 Where: Presque Isle State Park, 301 Peninsula Drive, Erie For more info: discoverpi. com
Each week, attendees can look forward to two live bands, local food trucks, ice cream, Hula-Hoop playshop and extended swimming hours.
THE WORLD’ S GREATEST TRIBUTE TO THE TRAVELING WILBURYS
When: August 27 Where: Warner Theatre, 811 State Street, Downtown Erie For more info: eriewarnertheatre. com
Don’ t miss this spectacular salute to The Traveling Wilburys! It will be an evening filled with lights, sound and audience participation.
FAMILY FUN
DAN RICE DAYS
When: July 30 through August 1 Where: 34 Main Street, Girard For more info: danricedays. com
The purpose of this celebration is to commemorate the life and times of this multitalented circus performer and owner, who eventually made Girard the winter home of his circus and his family home as well. The event will include food, arts, and crafts.
DISCOVER PRESQUE ISLE
When: July 20 – 26 Where: Presque Isle State Park, 301 Peninsula Drive, Erie For more info: discoverpi. com
Discover Presque Isle hits the park again for another fun-filled week for the 32nd year! As always, the goal is to encourage the community to discover the park in new ways and to raise awareness of its rich offerings.
KENNETH SNIDER MEMORIAL CAR CRUISE
When: July 12 Where: Luther Memorial Church, 225 West 10th Street, Erie For more info: carcruisefinder. com / car-show / kennethsnider-memorial-car-cruise
The 10th Annual Kenneth Snider Memorial Car Cruise will include a car blessing, kids’ choice awards, goody bags for the first 100 participants, music, raffles and a bake sale.
NORTH EAST 725 DAY
When: July 25 Where: Gibson Park, Main Street and Route 89, North East For more info: nechamber. org
For years, all landline phones in North East began with 725. This day honors the nostalgic past while also celebrating everything that makes North East special today. Live music, food trucks, yard games, vendors, and classic cars will offer something for everyone.
SNACK SAFARI
When: July 11 Where: Erie Zoo, 423 West 38th Street, Glenwood Park For more info: eriezoo. org / events
Snack Safari( formerly Sweet Safari) is the tastiest event of the year. Visitors receive a snack passport that enables them to enjoy both sweet and savory treats at various vendor tables while strolling through the zoo, enjoying the animals and demos by the zookeepers and education team.
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