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.
WESLEYVILLE COMMUNITY DAY
When: June 20 Where: Memorial Park, 1700 Wesley Avenue, Wesleyville For more info: wesleyville. gov
Celebrate Wesleyville with friends and neighbors at Community Day! The fun event will conclude with fantastic fireworks.
SUMMER INSPIRATION
BAY FROG OPEN
When: July 19 & 20 Where: Kahkwa Country Club, 3300 Kahkwa Club Road, Erie For more info: bayfrogopen. com
This golf weekend will bring together the community, Navy SEALs, special operations veterans, and other VIPs for two days of patriotism, golf, food and camaraderie. Proceeds benefit Uncommon Grit SEAL Foundation.
BUBBLE RUN
When: August 1 Where: Lake Erie Speedway, 10700 Delmas Drive, North East For more info: lakeeriespeedway. com
Participants will experience four bogs of colored, eco-friendly, non-toxic suds as they complete this 5K!
GIRARD ART WALK 2026
When: June 5 Where: 34 Main Street, Girard For more info: girardartwalk. com
This free event features local artists from Erie County paired with about 20 local Girard businesses to display their creative work.
THE GREAT AMERICAN BOOK SALE
When: June 14 – 18 Where: Flo Fabrizio Ice Center, 527 West 38th Street, Glenwood Park For more info: erielibraryfriends. org
There will be bargains galore at The Great American Book Sale. More than 75,000 gently used books and media items will be available for purchase. All proceeds will benefit the Erie County Public Library.
LAKE ERIE CYCLEFEST
When: July 23 – 26 Where: Various locations in Erie County For more info: lakeeriecyclefest. org
Cyclists of all ages and abilities are welcome to participate in self-supported rides on routes that feature the region’ s varied terrain— along sandy beaches, beautiful forests, vibrant towns, and expansive grape-growing areas. Individual rides include the Downtown Slow Roll, See Spot Ride, Tour de West County, 6 Mile Creek Classic, Presque Isle Sunrise Ride, and Grape Escape, each with various distance options. Proceeds benefit local charities. Register now.
PRESQUE ISLE POKER PADDLE
When: June 6 Where: Lagoon Boat Launch, Presque Isle State Park, 301 Peninsula Drive, Erie For more info: discoverpi. com / events
Kayaks, canoes and paddle boards … all paddlers are invited to join Presque Isle Partnership for a day of fun on the waterways. This 5.5-mile poker paddle takes participants on a scenic journey through the lagoons.
PRESQUE ISLE TRIATHLON
When: August 1 Where: Presque Isle State Park, 301 Peninsula Drive, Erie For more info: discoverpi. com
The Presque Isle Triathlon is a nonprofit and a total volunteer effort. All segments( swim, bike and run) will start, transition and finish at Beach 10. All proceeds will benefit Presque Isle State Park and other volunteering nonprofits whose time and presence contribute to the success of the event.
RUN FOR WOMEN 5K RUN / WALK
When: August 30 Where: Penn State Behrend’ s Advanced Manufacturing and Innovation Center, 5350 Technology Drive, Erie For more info: behrend. psu. edu
Penn State Behrend’ s Women’ s Engagement Council hosts this run / walk where athletes of all levels are welcome. The 3.1-mile course starts at the AMIC, loops through Knowledge Park on closed roads, and returns to finish in front of the center.
WOMEN’ S CARE CENTER’ S 5K RUN / WALK FOR LIFE
When: May 30 Where: Pleasant Ridge Park, 8271 Barker Road, Girard For more info: wccerie. org
Lace up your running shoes, bring your family along, and join in this morning of community and fun. n
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