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Must See Shows: This American Song at Bobby's Place

by Aaron Mook9/13/2017, 11:30 AM
One of Erie's most beloved DIY venues will be shutting its doors, but not before hosting a few final shows.

Multicultural Asia Day is Passport for All Ages

by Cara Suppa9/13/2017, 11:15 AM
 Annual Multicultural Asia Day hopes to provide a variety of culture, religion and history.

The Wholly Grail of Healthy Living

by Austin Mitchell9/13/2017, 10:15 AM
40 local businesses and wellness practitioners have teamed up to put together the Wholly Happy Festival

Broccoli Samurai Pleases Even Fussy Listeners

by Ryan Smith9/13/2017, 10:00 AM
Broccoli Samurai  is making big moves, and their Erie shows are always a party.

NPAA Exhibit Brings Local Talent to the Foreground

by Tracy Geibel9/13/2017, 9:45 AM
 NPAA West Erie Biennial Exhibit gives the opportunity for fellow NPAA members to exhibit their work.

Must See Shows: Bat House at PACA

by Aaron Mook9/13/2017, 9:30 AM
This is "must-see" due to the fact that it's showcasing not one, but two brand new acts hailing from the Erie area.

Arts and Drafts Masterfully Mixes Mediums

by Cara Suppa8/30/2017, 2:00 PM
Sights, sounds, tastes come together at Brewerie

The 24th Annual Edinboro Highland Games and Scottish Festival

by Tracy Geibel8/30/2017, 1:45 PM
Drink, live, and breathe Scottish on Edinboro campus

Gather Under The Branches at the LEAF Festival

by Miriam Lamey8/30/2017, 12:30 PM
Head over to the LEAF Festival at the Lake Erie Arboretum at Frontier Park and celebrate our local trees.

Chaos Rises Through Basement Transmissions

by Tommy Shannon8/30/2017, 12:15 PM
Miss May I is making Basement Transmissions the second stop on their three-week "Chaos Rising Tour."

Must See Shows: Reverend Peyton's Big Damn Band at Kings Rook Club

by Aaron Mook8/30/2017, 11:15 AM
American country-blues band Reverend Peyton's Big Damn Band will be performing a headlining set at the KRC.

Celebrate Dramashop's Awesome F*cking Season Opening with 'Stupid F*cking Bird'

by Cara Suppa8/30/2017, 11:00 AM
Guests are invited to the theater for the season opening and premiere of Aaron Posner's Stupid F*cking Bird.

Must See Shows: Tom Rainey Trio at PACA

by Aaron Mook8/30/2017, 10:45 AM
Tom Rainey Trio are set to jazz up Erie's Performing Artists Collective Alliance.

Raise a Stein to the 21st Annual German Heritage Festival

by Erie Reader Author8/30/2017, 9:45 AM
Visit Germany without going halfway around the world with the German Heritage Festival! 

Have a Blast at Penny's Pin Up Party

by Ryan Smith8/30/2017, 9:30 AM
This year's vintage soiree raises much-needed funds for Boro Women & Family Services. 

Featured Events

Today Tomorrow This Weekend

NANA FEST '26, North American New Art Festival 2026

Music
Oct. 1st, 4 PM to 10 PM

Bishop Sean Rowe – Thomas B. Hagen Dignitas Award Recipient

Community & Causes
Oct. 1st, 7 PM to 8:30 PM

A Royal BloodBath Double Feature Hosted by Shea D'Heaux

Hobbies & Interests
Oct. 1st, 7 PM

NANA FEST '26, North American New Art Festival 2026

Music
Oct. 2nd, 4 PM to 10 PM

THE LEVER: A Tethered Immersive Production

Performing Arts
Oct. 2nd, 6 PM to 9 PM

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