August, September 2025 entertainment guide for Erie PA: What to see

Entertainment around Erie stays hot even when summer vacation ends.

You can hear music, see art, watch drama, laugh at comedy and much more in the Erie region.

Below you’ll find some of what you can go to in August and September. Local festivals and outdoor music series have been included in separate lists that are updated on GoErie.com. You can find even more events on the GoErie.com calendar.

August

“Among the Trees: Art Inspired by Nature”: Aug. 1, 7-8:30 p.m., ticketed cocktail reception, and Aug. 2, outdoor exhibition, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Wintergreen Gorge Cemetery, 2601 Norcross Road, Harborcreek Township. Friday night reception with artists and refreshments, Saturday art show with works by local and regional artists whose pieces are inspired by the natural beauty of the region. $15 for reception, free for show.

Preacher Lawson: Aug. 1 and 2, 7:30 p.m., Kellar’s: A Modern Magic & Comedy Club, 1402 State St. $25.

“Cats”: Aug. 1, 2, 7-9, 15 and 16, 7:30 p.m., and Aug. 3, 10 and 17, 2 p.m., Erie Playhouse, 13 W. 10th St. $19.40 to $30.40 for remaining shows.

Nate Bargatze: Aug. 6, 7 p.m., Erie Insurance Arena, 809 French St. “Big Dumb Eyes World Tour.” $37.75-$107.75 plus fees.

Mid Day Art Break: Aug. 6, noon-1 p.m., Erie Art Museum, 20 E. Fifth St. Music by Savage Daughter and food from ILP Snack Shack. Free admission.

Herm Weber: Aug. 7, 5-7:30 p.m., Glass Growers Gallery, 10 E. Fifth St. Opening reception for exhibition that continues through Sept. 13. Free admission.

Tom Arnold: Aug. 8 and 9, 6:30 and 9 p.m., Kellar’s: A Modern Magic & Comedy Club, 1402 State St. $35.

“Much Ado About Nothing”: Aug. 8 and 9, 6 p.m., and Aug. 10, 2 p.m., Goodell Gardens & Homestead, 221 Waterford St., Edinboro. Meadville Community Theatre production. $20 for Goodell members, $30 for non-members, plus fees.

Second Sunday: Aug. 10, 2-4 p.m., Erie Art Museum, 20 E. Fifth St. Drop-in art making for families. Pay-what-you-wish admission.

Playdate Playlist: Aug. 13, 1-2 p.m., Experience Children’s Museum, 420 French St. Family-friendly concert by Attention Switch. Included with museum admission of $12 for ages 1-61, $10 for ages 62 and older, free for members, discounts available.

“Keep on Laughing”: Aug. 16, 23 and 30 and Sept. 6, 5:30 p.m., and Aug. 17, 24 and 31 and Sept. 7, 2:30 p.m., Station Dinner Theatre, 4940 Peach St. $51 for adults, $45 for ages 65-plus, youth and military, $31 for ages 6-11 plus fees.

“Murder on the Rocks”: Aug. 20, 21, 27 and 28, 6:30 p.m., Room 33, 1033 State St. Murder mystery dinner from Penny & Pearl Productions. $65 plus fees.

Josh Wolf: Aug. 22, 7:30 p.m., and Aug. 23, 6:30 and 9:30 p.m., Kellar’s: A Modern Magic & Comedy Club, 1402 State St. $30.

Country Music Weekend: Aug. 22, starting at 5 p.m.; Aug. 23, starting at 8 a.m.; and Aug. 24, starting at 8 a.m., Peek’n Peak Resort, 1405 Olde Road, Clymer, N.Y. Features food, music, drinks, bonfire, pool party, more. Prices vary by activity.

August Movie Night: Aug. 23, 7 p.m., The Little Church on the Hill, 10410 High St., Albion. Outdoor screening of “Finding Dory”; moves indoors in case of inclement weather. Free; donations accepted.

“Navigating Peril: Lake Erie’s Shipwrecks and Beacons”: daily Aug. 24 through Oct. 31, and Tuesdays through Saturdays, Nov. 1-30, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Tom Ridge Environmental Center, 301 Peninsula Drive. Exhibit open to the public. Free.

“American Idiot”: Aug. 28-30, 7:30 p.m., and Aug. 31, 2 p.m., Performing Artists Collective Alliance, 1505 State St. Tony Award-winning musical featuring songs from Green Day. $20 plus fees.

September

Leonid & Friends: Sept. 1, 7:30 p.m., Warner Theatre, 811 State St. $70.25, $59.75, $46.50 plus fees.

Film 10|20: Sept. 3, 5-10 p.m., 1020 Collective, 1020 Holland St. Screening of “The Life of Chuck” and “Viscous” films. $10.

“Hotel California”: Sept. 3, 7:30 p.m., Warner Theatre, 811 State St. “The Original Eagles Tribute.” $56, $51, $46, $42 plus fees.

The Bacon Brothers: Sept. 4, 7:30 p.m., Mary D’Angelo Performing Arts Center, 501 E. 38th St. $50, $40 and $35 for adults; $45, $35, $30 for seniors; $40, $30, $25 for youth and non-Mercyhurst students.

“She Sat Where The Light Awaited”: Sept. 4 opening, Erie Art Museum, 20 E. Fifth St. Exhibition by painter Shabnam Jannesari. Regular museum hours are Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; and Sundays, 1-6 p.m. $10 for adults, $8 for senior citizens and students, free for age 16 and younger and museum members.

Tom Papa: Sept. 5, 7 p.m., Warner Theatre, 811 State St. “Grateful Bread Tour.” $66.75, $56.75, $41.75, $31.75 plus fees.

“Rings and Dragons”: Sept. 5, 6 p.m., Masonic Temple, 32 W. Eighth St. Candlelight concert with Liseto string quartet. $46, $32, $22.

“Neo-Soul and Hip-Hop Favorites”: Sept. 5, 8:30 p.m., Masonic Temple, 32 W. Eighth St. Candlelight concert with Liseto string quartet. $46, $32, $22.

“Vaudeville Frolic”: Sept. 6, 6 p.m., Performing Artists Collective Alliance, 1505 State St. PACA fundraiser with old-time variety entertainment. $50 plus fees.

Film 10|20: Sept. 10, 5-10 p.m., 1020 Collective, 1020 Holland St. Screening of “Civil War” and a secret film. $10.

Steven Michael Quezada: Sept. 11-13, 7:30 p.m., Kellar’s: A Modern Magic & Comedy Club, 1402 State St. $25.

Cole Swindell: Sept. 12, 7 p.m., Erie Insurance Arena, 809 French St. “Happy Hour Sad Tour.” $97.50, $77.50, $67.50, $57.50, $47.50, $37.50 plus fees.

ComiCon Erie: Sept. 12, 2-7 p.m.; Sept. 13, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; and Sept. 14, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Bayfront Convention Center, 1 Sassafras Pier. $18 for Friday or Sunday, $23 for Saturday, $50 for weekend, plus fees.

“My Fair Lady”: Sept. 12, 13, 19, 20 and 25-27, 7:30 p.m., and Sept. 21 and 28, 2 p.m., Erie Playhouse, 13 W. 10th St. Tickets go on sale to the public Aug. 19.

Film 10|20: Sept. 17, 5-10 p.m., 1020 Collective, 1020 Holland St. Screening of “Matewan” and a secret film. $10.

Jason Amatangelo: Sept. 19, 5-10 p.m., Glass Growers Gallery, 10 E. Fifth St. Opening reception for exhibition that continues through Oct. 25. Free admission.

“Best of the ’80s”: Sept. 19, 6 p.m., Masonic Temple, 32 W. Eighth St. Candlelight concert with Liseto string quartet. $46, $32, $22.

“Queen vs. ABBA”: Sept. 19, 8:30 p.m., Masonic Temple, 32 W. Eighth St. Candlelight concert with Liseto string quartet. $46, $32, $22.

“Tethered”: Sept. 19, 20, 26 and 27, 1607 State St. Immersive theatrical experience. $125, $75, $35 plus fees.

Dan Sperry: Sept. 19 and 20, 7:30 p.m., Kellar’s: A Modern Magic & Comedy Club, 1402 State St. $25.

“A Canterbury Feast”: Sept. 20 and 27 and Oct. 4, 11, 18 and 25, 5:30 p.m.; Sept. 28 and Oct. 12, 19 and 26, 2:30 p.m.; and Oct. 3, 10, 17 and 24, 6:30 p.m., Station Dinner Theatre, 4940 Peach St. $51 for adults, $45 for ages 65-plus, youth and military, $31 for ages 6-11 plus fees.

Film 10|20: Sept. 24, 5-10 p.m., 1020 Collective, 1020 Holland St. Screening of “The Bibi Files” and a secret film. $10.

“The Great Gatsby Ballet”: Sept. 24, 7 p.m., Warner Theatre, 811 State St. World Ballet Co. presentation. $95, $75, $58, $48 plus fees.

The Alans: Sept. 26 and 27, 7:30 p.m., Kellar’s: A Modern Magic & Comedy Club, 1402 State St. $25.

“The Music of John Williams”: Sept. 27, 7:30 p.m., and Sept. 28, 3 p.m., Warner Theatre, 811 State St. Erie Philharmonic Pops concert. Individual tickets weren’t yet on sale.