AUGUST 16-19, 2018 CELEBRATE ERIE 2018! Four-day extravaganza that infuses downtown Erie with a unique spirit of pride and possibility. (814) 870-1234 | celebrateerie.com

AUGUST 24-26, 2018 ZABAWA POLISH SUMMER FESTIVALHoly Trinity Parish Grounds. Polish festival featuring home-made specialties, live polka music, dancing and raffl es. 5-10pm Fri, 1-10:30pm Sat, Noon-6pm Sun (814) 456-0671 | holytrinityrc.org

AUGUST 27–SEPTEMBER 1, 2018ERIE COUNTY FAIRErie County Fair Grounds, Wattsburg, PA. Erie County‘s oldest and largest fair. Top entertainers, amusement rides, truck and tractor pulls, horse pulls and lots of fun. $5.00 admission includes rides. (814) 739-2232 | wattsburgfair.com

FALL EVENTSSEPTEMBER 1-2, 2018GERMAN HERITAGE FESTIVALSt. Nick’s Grove. 11-8 Sat, 11-6:30 Sun. Gemutlichkeit starts with the “Mad Bavarian”, German music, food, dancing, petting zoo, historical research and more.

(814) 456-9599 | DANK-Erie.org

SEPTEMBER 3-8, 2018WATERFORD COMMUNITY FAIRWaterford Fairgrounds. Agricultural exhibits, thrill rides, entertainment, food, horse pulls, truck and tractor pulls and more. Waterford Fair Assoc. (814) 796-4490 | waterfordfair.org

SEPTEMBER 6-9, 2018 25TH ANNUAL EDINBORO HIGHLAND GAMES & SCOTTISH FESTIVALEdinboro University. Experience a wide variety of music at many venues, the haunting sound of massed pipe bands marching, food, Highland Game competitions, dance, kids’ games and an array of gift and clothing vendors. (814) 732-1420 | edinboro.edu

SEPTEMBER 8, 2018BARBER BEAST ON THE BAYPresque Isle State Park, Waldameer Park. Try your hand completing a series of obstacles while running a 10-mile course. Event benefi ts the Barber National Institute. barberbeast.org

SEPTEMBER 10-15, 201874TH ANNUAL ALBION AREA FAIRAlbion Fairgrounds. Animal exhibits, produce exhibits, live music, tractor pulls, horse pulls, rides and plenty of good food. (814) 756-3911 (fair ofc) | albionfair.com

SEPTEMBER 14-16, 2018 ERIE IRISH FESTIVALSt. Patrick’s Church. Irish vendors, Irish food and entertainment, Irish-themed art show and raffl es. (814) 454-8085 x101 | erieirishfestival.com.

SEPTEMBER 14-16, 20182ND ANNUAL COMICON Bayfront Convention Center. Gaming tournaments, cosplay contests, Q&A panels, seminars, celebrities, artists, and a variety of diff erent vendors for this event! eriepromotions.com.

800.524.3743 | VisitErie.com

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SEPTEMBER 27-29, 2018RACE OF CHAMPIONS WEEKENDLake Erie Speedway. The Race of Champions Modifi ed Series will conclude its 2018 season in North East with its signature event weekend, including the 68th Annual Race of Champions 250. rocmodifi edseries.com

SEPTEMBER 28-30, 2018 WINEFESTGravel Pit Park. Gibson Park. Heard Park. North East, PA. Wine tasting, arts and crafts, bed races, car and motorcycle shows, food, live entertainment and winery tours. (814) 725-4262 | nechamber.org

OCTOBER 12-13, 2018ICE BREAKER TOURNAMENTErie Insurance Arena. The Erie Sports Commission and Mercyhurst University will host the University of Notre Dame, Providence University, and Miami University in this four-team NCAA Division I Men’s Ice Hockey Tournament. hurstathletics.com/icebreaker

OCTOBER 12-30, 2018ZOO BOO 2018Erie Zoo. “Scary but not too scary!” Halloween event with trick-or-treating for kids under 12 and displays for the whole family. (814) 864-4091 | eriezoo.org OCTOBER 13-14, 20-21, 2018FALL FEST AT PEEK ‘N PEAKCraft show, giant ski swap, golf swap, ski lift rides, pony rides, petting zoo, farmers market, horse-drawn rides, wine tasting, pumpkin cannon, art show. Continuous entertainment. Lots of good food. (716) 355-4141 | pknpk.com

OCTOBER 27-28, 2018FOR WOMEN ONLY EXPO This two day event includes fashion shows, cooking demos, seminars, and numerous other fun activities going on throughout the course of the event! eriepromotions.com

WINTER EVENTS NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER 2018 HOLIDAY PERFORMANCESErie Playhouse, All an Act Theatre, Riverside Inn, Warner Theatre, Erie Station Dinner Theatre, Erie Philharmonic and more throughout Erie County. Check VisitErie.com for a complete list of holiday performances and events!

NOVEMBER 3, 2018 WURST PARTY AT PEEK ‘N PEAKJump into your lederhosen, grab a beer stein and get ready for the Wurst party of the year! German Beer Fest. (716) 355-4141 | pknpk.com

NOVEMBER 9-11, 2018WQLN HOLIDAY CRAFT SHOWRainbow Gardens. The offi cial start to the holiday shopping season. (814) 217-6058 | wqln.org

NOVEMBER 17, 2018 ALES & ACES FEATURING LAKE ERIE ALE TRAILBrew Brothers, Presque Isle Downs11 local craft brewers and their winter beer release. Live entertainment and $10 in Free Slot Play. 4-7pm Tickets at lakeeriealetrail.com

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NOVEMBER 23-25, 2018 FESTIVAL OF TREESBayfront Convention Center. Beautifully decorated trees from diff erent sponsors and musical entertainment. Admission charged. (814) 452-5302

NOVEMBER 30–DECEMBER 31, 2018 VICTORIAN HOLIDAYSWatson Curtze Mansion. A multifaceted celebration of the season featuring 12 diff erent decorated rooms, Victorian teas, musical performances and more. (814) 454-1813 x 0 | eriehistory.org

DECEMBER 7, 2018DOWNTOWN D’ LIGHTSDowntown Erie comes alive with light for the holiday season. (814) 455-ERIE | eriedowntown.com

DECEMBER 14-16, 27-30, 2018 WINTER WONDERLANDAsbury Woods Nature Center. Stroll along the 1/3 mile boardwalk illuminated with thousands of lights, holiday music, children’s craft, refreshments and relax by the fi re in the outdoor pavilion. (814) 835-5356 | asburywoods.org

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MARCH 23-25, 2018ERIE HOME AND GARDEN EXPO Bayfront Convention Center. There are over 150 vendors with a broad range for all home-improvement needs, an actual home constructed inside the convention center for attendees to tour, and seminars. eriepromotions.com

APRIL 7, 20182018 ERIE MICROBREW FEST The Brewerie at Union Station. Over 20 regional Microbreweries offering their finest for Erie. 1-4 pm and 5-8 pm. (814) 864-3001 | wqln.org/brewfest

APRIL 8, 2018 LAKE ERIE NATIONAL CHEER AND DANCE CHAMPIONSHIPSErie Insurance Arena. The national championship event will showcase more than 1500 athletes in a series of cheer and dance routines. championcheercentral.com/lake-erie-nationals

APRIL 14-15, 2018ASBURY WOODS MAPLE FESTIVAL Asbury Woods Nature Center. Maple syrup making, historical tours, arts & crafts, maple flavored foods and music. 11 am-4 pm (814) 835-5356 | asburywoods.org

APRIL 21–JULY 1, 201895TH ANNUAL SPRING SHOWErie Art Museum main galleries. This juried, regional multi-media exhibition, open to all artists living within a 250-mile radius of Erie represents all media and showcases the most current and finest artwork created in the area. (814) 459-5477 | erieartmuseum.org

APRIL 26-28, 2018NATIONAL COLLEGIATE ACROBATICS AND TUMBLING ASSOCIATION (NCATA) NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS Hammermill Center. The Erie Sports Commission and Gannon University will host hundreds of collegiate athletes from across the country, as Erie hosts this national championship event for the first time. gannonsports.com

SPRING 201810TH ANNUAL SPIRIT QUEST FILM FESTIVALErie Movie House in Erie. A two day celebration of inspirational and thought provoking independent films from around the world. spiritquestfilmfest.com

MAY 14-20, 2018AMERICAN CRAFT BEER WEEKCome and enjoy local breweries celebrate their craft with sampling and more.lakeeriealetrail.com

MAY 17-20, 2018EDINBORO ART & MUSIC FESTIVALDowntown Edinboro. A showcase of grassroots music and art in the unique spirit of Appalachian tradition. (814) 734-3777 | edinboroartandmusic.com

MAY 30–JUNE 2, 201828TH ANNUAL ERIE WILD RIB COOK OFF & MUSIC FESTIVALDowntown Erie, Perry Square. Numerous vendors compete for Best Ribs competition. Food, musical entertainment and family fun. (814) 899-5177 | ErieRibFest.com

SUMMER EVENTS JUNE 1-3, 201810TH ANNUAL TROIKA RUSSIAN FESTIVALChurch of the Nativity. Authentic Russian food, ice bar, live folk entertainment. Free admission & parking. (814) 602-5399 or (814) 459-8515 | churchofthenativity.net

JUNE 13–JULY 18, 2018 UPMC SUNSET MUSIC SERIES AT PRESQUE ISLEPresque Isle State Park, Beach 1. Free concerts on the beach every Wednesday. (814) 838-5138 | discoverpi.com

JUNE 14-16, 2018 LAKE CITY FIRE COMPANY 93RD ANNUAL CARNIVALLake City Fire Station #56. Featuring live music, crafts, food, rides and bingo. (814) 774-4402 | lakecityfire.org

JUNE 30, 2018 ERIE PRIDE PARADE & FESTPerry Square. Join us for an afternoon of Erie pride! Parade steps off at the Zone Dance Club at 2pm then down State Street to Perry Square. Entertainment, vendors and more! nwpapride.org

JULY 3,10,17,24,31, 20188 GREAT TUESDAYSHighmark Amphitheater at Liberty Park. Live music every Tuesday evening, each week a different artist. (814) 455-7557 | porterie.org

JULY 10-14, 2018 73RD ANNUAL NORTH EAST FIREMAN’S CHERRY FESTIVAL North East, PA. Celebrate the 71st anniversary of the North East Cherry Festival. Family entertainment includes amusement rides, games, delicious foods and cherry pies. (814) 725-5616 | necherryfestival.com

JULY 13-15, 2018PANEGYRI GREEK FESTIVALAssumption Greek Orthodox Church. Music, entertainment, games, authentic homemade Greek food and pastries. (814) 838-8808 | erieorthodox.org

JULY 14-22, 2018HARLEY DAVIDSON OF ERIE BIKEFESTHarley Davidson of Erie. 9 days of rides, music, giveaways, vendors, entertainment and more! (814) 838-1356 | HDErieBikeFest.com

JULY 18-22, 2018 ROAR ON THE SHORE Perry Square/Downtown Erie. Join thousands of motorcycles and enthusiasts with a roaring caravan through the streets of downtown, musical entertainment, themed rides, vender alley food and more. (800) 815-2660 | roarontheshore.com

JULY 27-29, 2018DISCOVER PRESQUE ISLE DAYS Presque Isle State Park. Art area, children’s games and activities, beach volleyball, various music locations, bonfire, pancake breakfast and more. Presque Isle Partnership (814) 838-5138 | discoverpi.com

JULY 28, 201811TH ANNUAL BEER ON THE BAYLiberty Park. Region’s largest craft beer festival held on picturesque Erie Bayfront - 2 sessions available. (814) 454-7191 | eriepa.com/beer-on-the-bay

AUGUST 2-4, 2018 DAN RICE DAYSGirard Borough. This event commemorates the life and times of the most famous clown in history. Food, arts and crafts. (814) 774-3567 | danricedays.com

AUGUST 2-5, 2018LAKE ERIE CYCLE FESTVarious Locations. An all-bicycle weekend for all bicycle lovers! Join hundreds of other cyclists on a variety of rides suited for any bicycling enthusiast.eriecyclefest.org

AUGUST 3-5, 2018 BLUES,JAZZ & ARTS FESTIVAL 26th Annual, Frontier Park. 1 pm-11 pm each day. National, regional, local blues and jazz entertainment in a beautiful outdoor, family-friendly setting. (814) 452-3427 | erieartsandculture.org

AUGUST 6, 201835TH ANNUAL LAKE ERIE FANFAREVeterans Stadium. Featuring a variety of drum and bugle corps from across the nation. (814) 456-5300 | leregiment.org

AUGUST 7, 14, 21, 20188 GREAT TUESDAYSHighmark Amphitheater at Liberty Park. Live music every Tuesday evening, each week a different artist. (814) 455-7557 | porterie.org AUGUST 10-12, 2018 ST. PAUL’S ANNUAL ITALIAN FESTIVALSt. Paul’s Church. Italian food and cookies, Pasta Fagioli dinner, Church procession, musical entertainment. (814) 459-3173 | stpaulrcerie.org

WINTER EVENTS JANUARY 12-15, 2018STARS AND STRIPES GYMNASTICS INVITATIONALBayfront Convention Center. Thousands of gymnasts from across the region come to Erie for four days in Pennsylvania’s second largest co-ed gymnastics competition. eriegymnastics.com

JANUARY 27-28, 2018ERIE KENNEL CLUB SHOWBayfront Convention Center. AKC All Breed Conformation and Obedience Show.eriekennelclub.com

FEBRUARY 1-4, 2018ERIE AUTO SHOWBayfront Convention Center. Over 100 Models of New Cars, SUV’s, Trucks & Vans on display. 25 Erie County Dealers, Domestic & Imported Vehicles, Classic Cars, Muscle Cars, Motorcycles and Auto Accessories. eriepromotions.com

FEBRUARY 8-11, 2018ERIE RV SHOW POWERSPORTS & CAMPINGBayfront Convention Center. RVs, campers, motorhomes and much more!eriepromotions.com

FEBRUARY 17-18, 2018THE IMAGINATION EXPOTARIUMBayfront Convention Center. Where a child’s imagination comes to life. Special meet and greets, interactive activities and more. eriepromotions.com

FEBRUARY 24, 2018WINE ON THE LAKEBayfront Convention Center. Taste wines, sample cheese and foods, shop for unique gifts. wineonthelake.com

SPRING EVENTSMARCH 2-4, 2018SPORTS AND TRAVEL EXPO Bayfront Convention Center. Outdoor enthusiasts delight: fishing, hunting, camping and powersports. eriepromotions.com

MARCH 17-18, 201814TH ANNUAL MAPLE TASTE & TOUR WEEKEND Explore the heart of the Pennsylvania Maple Producer. Each of these sugaring operations are unique in their own way. pamaple.org

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