THE MANE EVENT: A NIGHT IN MONTE CARLO
When: June 27 Where: Erie Zoo, 423 West 38th Street, Glenwood Park For more info: eriezoo. org / events
The Erie Zoo will transform into a glittering destination of sophistication and excitement. There will be grazing stations, libations, and live entertainment capturing the spirit of Monte Carlo’ s nightlife. An exclusive silent auction and friendly casino-inspired games will add to the fun.
NORTH EAST FIREMEN’ S CHERRY FESTIVAL
When: July 15 – 18 Where: Heard Memorial Park, 44 North Lake Street, North East For more info: necherryfestival. org
Rides, slides, sausage subs, fries and pies await you at this annual festival! Don’ t miss the Cherry Fest Parade along Main Street on Saturday.
PANEGYRI FESTIVAL
When: July 10 & 11 Where: Assumption Greek Orthodox Church, 4376 West Lake Road, Erie For more info: eriegreekorthodox. org / about / festival
Enjoy the full Greek experience! This festival will offer delicious cuisine, pastries, drinks, music and folk dancing. Vendors will be selling souvenirs, jewelry, handmade icons and religious items.
ST. PAUL’ S ITALIAN FESTIVAL
When: August 7 – 9 Where: St. Paul’ s Roman Catholic Church, 1617 Walnut Street, Erie For more info: facebook. com / saintpaulsitalianfestival
Pasta fagioli and spaghetti dinners, music, dancing, and a procession through Little Italy will make this festival special.
SUMMERFEST
When: July 11 Where: Erie Land Lighthouse, 2 Lighthouse Street, Erie For more info: presqueislelighthouse. org
SummerFest will offer vendors, food trucks, crafters, live music, tower climbs, a 50 / 50 raffle and a chance auction.
Proceeds will benefit Erie Lighthouse education, programming and outreach.
TASTE OF SUMMER FESTIVAL
When: June 20 & 21 Where: Gibson Park, Main Street and Route 80, North East For more info: nechamber. org
Celebrate the official start of the season at the Taste of Summer Festival! Enjoy live music, food trucks, vendors, wine and beer, and more.
TROIKA RUSSIAN FESTIVAL
When: May 22 – 24 Where: Church of the Nativity Community Center, 109 German Street, Erie For more info: churchofthenativity. net / troika
Enjoy authentic Russian food, ice bar and live entertainment at this annual festival.
WATERFORD HERITAGE DAYS
When: July 17 – 19 Where: Waterford Gazebo, North Park Row, Waterford For more info: facebook. com / waterforddays
This event will have something for everyone! Craft vendors, food, music, demonstrations, reenactors, character visits and a car show will all be part of the fun.
WIENERS & WINE
When: August 15 Where: Jade Winery, 11267 Donation Road, Waterford For more info: waterfordjadewine. wixsite. com / jadewinery
Wiener dog contestants alone are a whole lot of fun, but when you add some wine, food trucks and live music, you’ ve got yourself a party! The event benefits Happy Bark dog rescue.
WILD RIB COOK OFF & MUSIC FESTIVAL
When: May 27 – 30 Where: Perry Square Park, Downtown Erie For more info: erieribfest. com
Main stage entertainment, delicious barbeque, children’ s activities, vendor booths and giveaways will make this festival fun for all.
WINE AND DINE IN THE WOODS
When: July 10 Where: Andrew J. Conner Nature Center at Asbury Woods, 4105 Asbury Road, Erie For more info: asburywoods. org
This promises to be a night filled with delightful wines, craft beers, delicious food, live music and great company— all for a good cause. Funds raised will help conserve and preserve Asbury Woods.
ZABAWA POLISH FESTIVAL
When: August 21 – 23 Where: Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church, 2220 Reed Street, Erie For more info: holytrinityrc. org
Live music, dancing, polka masses, and authentic Polish foods are all part of this heritage festival.
LIVE PERFORMANCES
8 GREAT TUESDAYS
When: Tuesdays, July 7 through August 25 Where: Rebich Investments Amphitheater, 828 West Bayfront Parkway, Erie For more info: erieevents. com
Enjoy live music on the waterfront at this community concert series! Food and beverages, including local craft beer and wine, will be available for purchase.
‘ 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.
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