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A Food Lover's Guide to Downtown Erie Restaurants

Local breweries, cafés, bakeries, and restaurants serve everything from elevated comfort food to creative new flavors, making downtown a must-visit destination for food lovers.

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Sports in Erie, PA

Sports in Erie aren’t just events - they’re part of the region’s heritage. Catch the excitement of professional teams, college rivalries, and tournaments that draw athletes and fans from across the country. Whatever the season, there's always a reason to grab a seat and join the crowd.

  • An Erie Commodores player chases a soccer ball on the field, with two opponents at his side.

    Erie's Minor-Pro Teams

    Three teams, but so many reasons to cheer. Erie’s pro sports teams are where future stars get their start. NHL MVP Connor McDavid and MLB AL MVP Justin Verlander are just two high profile names who have played in Erie - giving fans a chance to see rising talent up close in an energized, but fan-friendly atmosphere. Plan to visit around a theme night for added fun.

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    Collegiate Sports

    College sports thrive in Erie County, which is home to four universities: Edinboro University (Division II), Gannon University (Division II), Mercyhurst University (Division I), and Penn State Behrend (Division III). Visitors can join in on the fun at heated campus rivalry games and high-level NCAA competition.

  • A crowd watches from the bleachers at Lake Erie Speedway as two race cars form a massive smoke cloud

    Spectator Sports

    Erie’s sports calendar extends beyond the home teams. Throughout the year, sports fans can enjoy traveling live sporting events, high energy motorsports, and everything in between. It’s an ever-changing lineup that keeps sports in Erie interesting every season.

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Erie Sports Commission

The Erie Sports Commission (ESC) is the sports tourism division of VisitErie, responsible for many of Erie’s highest profile sporting events for more than a decade. The ESC offers comprehensive sales and support services for event directors hosting sporting events in Erie. Services provided include bid development, grant funding, facility coordination, marketing and promotions, and more.

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Facts About Erie Sports

Who are the most notable athletes from Erie County?

Some of the most successful athletes from Erie over the course of history have included Fred Biletnikoff (NFL Hall of Famer), Bruce Baumgartner (Olympian, wrestling), and James Conner (NFL). Other star athletes who have gotten their start in Erie include Max Scherzer (MLB) and Ryan O’Reilly (NHL). 

What sports teams can I watch in Erie?

Erie is home to three minor league teams: the Erie SeaWolves (baseball), Erie Otters (hockey) and the Erie Commodores (soccer). The colleges offer wide ranging sports: football, wrestling, swimming, track & field, and even acrobatics and tumbling.  Each offers an affordable and family-friendly atmosphere where sports fans can get close to the action at a fraction of the cost of a major market event. 

What is the best time of year to catch a game in Erie County?

Truly, any. The Erie SeaWolves play from April through September at UPMC Park in downtown Erie, and the Erie Otters’ season runs from October through March. The Erie Commodores take the field May through July at Mercyhurst University’s Saxon Stadium.

Sports in Erie

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