Summer may be ending soon, but that doesn't mean the fun festivals Erie is known for are over as well. Check out this list of upcoming festivals right here in Erie County, and take some time to check out the events that make Erie such a great place to live.
Albion Fair
When: September 14-18, various times each day
Where: Albion Fairgrounds, Albion PA
Contact: 814-756-4833
What to expect: animal exhibits, produce exhibits, tractor pulls, live music, amusement rides and food.
Great Lakes Film Festival
When: September 23 and 24
Where: Second Harvest Food Bank of Erie PA
Cost: free, please make a small donation of a non-perishable food product or cash
Contact: 814-873-5069
More information: www.greatlakesfilmfest.com
What to expect: showcasing various independent films from across the country with different genres of film.
Wine Country Harvest Festival
When: September 23-25
Where: 3 parks and 8 wineries (see websites for locations and hours)
Cost: $4 advance sales, $6 at the gate, children 11 and under free
Contact: 814-725-4262
More information: www.nechamber.org
What to expect: wine tasting, winery tours, grape stomping, vendors, food and live entertainment.
Mason Farms Pumpkintown
When: October 1-30, Monday-Sunday 10am - 8pm
Where: 839 Peninsula Drive
Contact: 814-833-9933
More information: www.masonfarms.net
What to expect: halloween fun for the entire family with rides, haunted house, maze, petting zoo, food concessions.
Erie Horror Film Fest
When: October 27-30, various times
Where: Warner Theatre, 811 State Street, Erie
Contact: 814-873-2483
More information: www.eeriehorrorfest.com
What to expect: showcasing independent horror and sci-fi films, special celebrity horror guests, vendors and expos.
Fall Fest at Peek'n Peak
When: October 8, 9, 15, and 16
Where: Peek'n Peak Resort and Spa
Contact: 716-355-4141
More information: www.pknpk.com
What to expect: pumpkin cannon, huge craft show, live entertainment and family activities.
Oktoberfest
When: October 8-10; Fri 5-11pm, Sat 12-11pm, Sun 12-6pm
Where: St. Joseph Church Bread of Life Community
Contact: 814-452-2982
More information: www.winabeemer.com
What to expect: authentic German cuisine, beer tent, live music, coffeehouse, Bavarian store, BMW raffle.
ZooBoo!
When: October 15-30, 6-9pm
Where: Erie Zoo
Contact: 814-864-4911
More information: www.eriezoo.org
What to expect: scary but not too scary annual Halloween event, come in costume and enjoy the Zoo at night, treats and fun for the whole family.
