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.

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 […]

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. […]

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

It’s National Cookie Day, and what better way to celebrate than by indulging in some of the most delicious cookies Erie, PA, has to offer? Whether you’re a local or just visiting, you’re in for a treat! Erie is home to some seriously sweet spots where you can satisfy your cookie cravings. From classic flavors […]

Fall bird banding is now underway at Presque Isle State Park! You may remember that I wrote about bird banding in the spring, but by the time I wrote about it, spring migration was nearly over and so was spring banding. However, the birds are on the move again, migrating to warmer climates for the […]

Lake Erie is the smallest, shallowest, and warmest of the Great Lakes. It also has the most shipwrecks and sinkings. In fact, it has recorded more sinkings than the Bermuda triangle. This is why Erie, an important shipping port in the early 1800s, is home to three lighthouses – the Presque Isle Lighthouse and the […]

Erie has a vibrant arts and entertainment scene, with several theatres, including the Erie Playhouse, PACA Performing Arts and Theatre, and the Warner Theatre, which is home to the Erie Philharmonic. You’ll find murals all over town and there are several museums, including the Erie Art Museum, the Maritime Museum, the Hagen History Center, and […]

Presque Isle State Park is a bird-lover’s paradise year-round, but never more so than during the spring and fall migration, which last about six and eight weeks, respectively. More than 350 species of bird have been confirmed at PISP in the last 50 years. Last Friday, my daughter and I finally got the chance to […]

The Hagen History Center’s “Story of Us” exhibit is the story of Erie, Pa., and how the city came to be. The 3,000-square-foot exhibit is located on the second floor of the Carriage House and tells the entire story of the settlement and great industrial growth of Erie and the county from its indigenous people […]

February can be a tough time to live in the north. But there is beauty and fun to be found in Erie – even outdoors – year-round. Here are bunch of fun ways to make the most of these mid-winter days in Erie.