Earth Day hits differently when you live in a place shaped by water, wind, and whatever emotional roller coaster the weather decides to put us on. (Seventy‑five degrees on Saturday, thirty‑four on Sunday — classic Erie April behavior.) But that’s part of why this day feels so right here. Erie is a city where nature […]

Presque Isle State Park is great — we all know that. It’s the go-to for anyone who wants to spend a little time in nature, even in winter. But this also means it’s one of the busiest outdoor spots in town. I promise you, even on the worst winter day, you won’t be alone at […]

October is National Women’s Small Business Month! They say never go into business with family. We say… too late! At Tour Erie, it’s not just local history and spooky stories we’re dishing out—it’s generational sass, bad mom jokes, and an unspoken competition over who’s better at herding groups of people across busy intersections. Meet the […]

A hidden gem in downtown Erie, Hazards Mini Golf & Social Pub features a vibrant Taylor Swift-themed bathroom, perfect for selfies. Adorned with lyrics, quotes, and playful decor, it embodies the energy of Swift’s Eras Tour. The venue also offers mini golf and is exclusively for ages 21 and up.

Every three years, Erie hosts a Tall Ships festival and it is something to SEE! The big rubber duck is here and the baby duck, too, as well as seven majestic tall ships from all over the US and Canada. You can find all the info you need at this Insider’s Guide to the festival […]

CelebrateErie is downtown Erie’s biggest summer party—a three-day celebration of local culture, food, music, and community! It’s held annually on State Street between 4th and 10th Streets, which is closed to traffic. Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned pro, here’s how to make the most of your weekend: 🎤 Main Stage […]

Downtown Erie comes alive on the second Friday of each summer month with Boutique Nights — a lively celebration of local art, music, shopping, and community. Held at 5th & State, the event transforms downtown into a festive, walkable hub filled with unique finds, interactive activities, and live performances. Expect local artists and vendors, boutique […]

July 21–27, 2025 • Presque Isle State Park Every summer, Erie’s most beloved park—Presque Isle—comes alive during Discover Presque Isle Week. As a lifelong Erie resident who has attended this event for decades, I can vouch that this celebration is the perfect blend of lakefront relaxation, learning, and lively local culture. From morning paddles amid […]

It’s National Ice Cream Day. How cool…and sweet! Whether it’s reminiscing about after-beach cones at Sara’s or biking to Whippy Dip for a real milkshake, everyone in Erie has a favorite scoop spot (or two or three, if they really like ice cream). There’s no shortage of places to pick up a cool cone or […]

8 Great Tuesdays at the Liberty Park Amphitheater begins tomorrow (July 8). This is a FREE community concert series that takes place at Liberty Park on the bayfront. It’s a spectacular venue right on the water where you can watch the sunset while taking in some great tunes for eight weeks in July and August. […]

We participated in the 5-mile Presque Isle Poker Paddle, hosted by the Presque Isle Partnership each June. If you’re in town, this is fun event for a good cause (improvements at the park). Kayak/canoe rentals are available!

If you’re a meat-eater, one restaurant you should definitely swing by for lunch is the Federal Hill Smokehouse.

We visited Glow Wild at the Erie Zoo. Come along with us and check it out!

Here are just some of the things we are looking forward to on this first day of spring in Erie, Pa!

Robins are often thought to be harbingers of spring, but here in Erie, they are not as we have robins who stay here year-round (and, yes, they are hardy buggers to live through our winters!). However, there are three TRUE harbingers of spring in Erie that we have observed over the years: 1.) Red-winged blackbirds. […]

This week, we tried an event we’ve been meaning to go to for years: Erie’s Best Coffee, a fundraising event for the St. Martin’s Center in Erie.

Join Tour Erie as we go on the first annual Downtown Erie Soup Stroll:

Presque Isle Bay actually froze over this year, offering an opportunity to walk on water! Check it out: