Looking for fun family activities in Erie this October? Erie, PA, is packed with spooky and spectacular events perfect for kids and adults alike! From pumpkin walks and horror fests to thrilling circus performances and the arrival of the biggest pop-up consignment sale in the region, there's something for everyone. Here are our picks for the top five family-friendly events happening in the Erie region this weekend, Oct. 4-6, 2024:
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1. 👻 Morning Shrieks at Eerie Horror Fest
Dates: October 4 and 5, 2024
Location: Warner Theatre, Erie, PA
Looking for spooky fun? Bring your kids to the Eerie Horror Fest at the Warner Theatre! This special trick-or-treat adventure through the theatre includes spooky surprises and concludes with a screening of The Nightmare Before Christmas. Kids under 14 get in free with a paying adult. It’s the perfect Halloween event for families!
2. Pumpkin Walk at Waldameer
Dates: October 4 and 5, 2024
Location: Waldameer Park, Erie, PA
Wander through Waldameer Park’s magical pumpkin walk, featuring over 1,000 glowing pumpkins carved by local community groups. Enjoy a Halloween-themed light show designed by Erie High School students. A festive fall outing for all ages, this is a must-see event for families and Halloween lovers.
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3. 🎪 The Great Benjamins Circus at Lake Erie Speedway
Dates: October 4-6, 2024
Location: Lake Erie Speedway, North East, PA
Step right up for a dazzling circus experience at the Lake Erie Speedway! The Great Benjamins Circus brings multicultural performances featuring high-flying aerial acts, daring jugglers, the thrilling globe of death, and much more. Don’t miss out on a weekend of family-friendly excitement with circus superstars from around the world.
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Check out the sales floor from a previous Sunflower Sprouts consignment sale at Sinai Sports!
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4. 🌻 Sunflower Sprouts Children's Consignment Sale
Dates: October 5 and 6, 2024
Location: Sinai Sports, Erie, PA
Don’t miss the biggest consignment sale in Erie this fall! The Sunflower Sprouts Children’s Consignment Sale offers everything a new mom needs, Halloween costumes for the kids, plus so much more! Find great deals on gently used items, toys, and clothes, all under one roof. Shop early and snag the best bargains!
5. Panama Rocks Foliage Festival
Dates: October 5 and 6, 2024
Location: Panama Rocks Scenic Park, Panama, NY
Celebrate the beauty of fall at the Panama Rocks Foliage Festival! This two-day event features over 70 vendors, live music, chainsaw carving, glass blowing demonstrations, and much more. Kids will love trick-or-treating with vendors, face painting, and even making their own stuffed animals. Enjoy the vibrant fall colors while participating in a fun costume contest where both kids and adults can win prizes!
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