Good morning, Erie.

State Street is busy on the second day of Celebrate Erie, a festival with food trucks, live music and a Chalk Walk competition that draws hundreds of visitors.

Local vendors and artists—like Caryn Stockwell of Millcreek Soaperie who sells handmade soap—showcase Erie’s unique community spirit.

The Brig Niagara is undergoing repairs and a $5 million refit in Maine so it will not lead Tall Ships Erie on August 21—local captain Griffin Hayes will guide the Lettie G.

Howard into Presque Isle Bay.

The Franklin Knights released a video preview that shows their plans and key player roles for the upcoming 2025 District 10 football season + highlights the team’s strategy for future games.

The Erie Times-News has launched a poll for District 10 preseason football player of the year as the high school season begins on Aug.22, with votes accepted until Thursday at 5 p.m.+ the poll features candidates Logan Latimore + Brett Kania + Natavion Tenon.

First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor Training

10 AM - 7 PM — Erie County Public Library - Blasco Memorial Library — Course fee applies — Become a certified instructor and share lifesaving skills with others.

Tall Ships Erie 2025

4-day festival — August 21-24 — Erie Maritime Museum — $ — Experience the majesty of magnificent ships racing in the Tall Ships Challenge on the Great Lakes.

LEAF Open Market

10 AM – 2 PM — Frontier Park — Free entry — Explore a vibrant outdoor farmer's market featuring local vendors with fresh produce, baked goods, and crafts.

Reminiscent at Erie Downtown Music Series

6-9 p.m. — Perry Square — Free entry — Enjoy a Motown tribute concert while relaxing in the park with food and community spirit.

First To Eleven Live Concert

6-10 p.m. — BIGBAR — No cover before 9 p.m. — Experience First to Eleven performing your rock favorites in the Happy Hour Concert Series.

Gem City Renaissance Festival

10 AM – 4 PM — Frontier Park — Cash recommended — Experience a vibrant one-day Renaissance festival in Erie with themed outfits and local vendors.

Hotel California Tribute Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Warner Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the legendary sound of The Eagles performed by the acclaimed tribute band HOTEL CALIFORNIA.

Erie Marathon

7 AM – 1 PM — Presque Isle State Park — $5-$100 — Experience the energetic atmosphere of the Erie Marathon and support local runners.

Cole Swindell Concert

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Erie Insurance Arena — Tickets via Ticketmaster — Enjoy a night of country music featuring Cole Swindell with special guest Priscilla Block.

Free Health Services Clinic

6 a.m. — Erie Center for Arts and Technology — Free services — Access free dental, vision, and medical services in collaboration with the Hamot Health Foundation.