Top Shopping and Dining During Popular Downtown Events
Summertime in Downtown Erie often means something different to a lot of people. Perhaps for one person, it means taking their kids to Perry Square on hot summer days. For another, maybe it means Sunday walks and getting a cup of coffee from Ember+Forge. For most, it means coming to Downtown Erie by the droves for major events.
Events Happening In Downtown Erie
Downtown Erie has a popular selection of events that happen from Bayfront Landing all the way up to Griswold Park. In this area, you could experience the excitement of a Seawolves baseball game, enjoy a night out with the Erie Philharmonic at the Warner, catch a play at the Erie Playhouse, eat tasty BBQ during Erie Rib Fest, and fully embrace your 814 pride during Celebrate Erie.
Celebrate Erie Main Stage along State Street in Flagship City District
Why Flagship City District is the Perfect Stop
Did you know Flagship City District has the perfect location? We are just 3 blocks from Bayfront Landing and 3 blocks from the Theater District. Not to mention, every event happening in Perry Square, like Rib Fest and Celebrate Erie, takes place directly in our backyard.
No matter which event you attend, you are only a minute or two walk away from local experiences, shopping, the casual eats of Flagship City Food Hall, the formal sit-down setting of Bricks American Steakhouse, the fresh bakery items of Bakery on 5th, or even the sweet treats of Ye Ole Sweet Shoppe!
ippa Pizza at Flagship City Food Hall
Enhance your Event Experience
Part of re-energizing our downtown is helping guests make the most of their day. In years past, a visit to a Downtown Erie event meant getting your car as close as you could to the event, go have some fun, then hop back in your car and leave. Today, it’s encouraged to park in a nearby garage and check out the great amenities that will enhance your event!
Rib Fest is a widely popular event in Downtown Erie. What goes best with eating? Shopping, of course! Perry Square is only steps away from City Supply, Dollhouse at Pointe Foure, Glass Growers Gallery, Copper Carriage, and Primo Tailoring.
CelebrateErie is the best time to get out and fully embrace your 814 pride. What better way than by supporting local experiences? Celebrate Erie takes place nearly all over downtown, and places like ASCEND Erie, expERIEnce Children’s Museum, Erie Art Museum, Luminary Cocktails & Bottle Shop, Andora’s Bubble Tea Shop, and Brig Cigar Lounge will only give you more reasons to be proud of your City.
Catching an Erie Seawolves game might be one of the most traditional and nostalgic events any local “Erieite” could experience. Have you ever considered grabbing a bite to eat before the game? Flagship City Food Hall is the perfect place to take your family before a game! Seven different kitchens mean seven different options that are sure to please every palate. Bricks American Steakhouse even offers a fantastic lunch and dinner menu which can be enjoyed outside along the sidewalk, simply perfect for those afternoon games. The same can be said for any of the Erie Events concerts happening at Erie Insurance Arena and the Warner Theater!
Steak dinner at Bricks American Steakhouse
Complimentary and Additive
I hope this article has helped get your mindset in the right gear for summer. We welcome and encourage you to visit Downtown Erie during a summer event and challenge you to park just a little further away this time. Spend some time before or after, and enjoy an enhanced Downtown Erie. I’m willing to bet you didn’t even think that was possible! Click HERE for a full list of businesses.
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Ryan