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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