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Our Top 5 Family-Friendly Picks in Erie This Week

Family fun in Erie Jan. 16-23, 2025

By Macaroni KID Erie January 15, 2025

Looking for exciting activities to enjoy with your family in Erie? We’ve rounded up the best events happening this week, featuring creativity, sports, and winter-themed fun for all ages!


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1. Disney On Ice presents 'Into The Magic' at Erie Insurance Arena (Jan. 16-20)

📅 When: January 16–20
📍 Where: Erie Insurance Arena

Experience the magic of Disney like never before! Join Belle as she explores the Beast’s enchanted castle, embark on a thrilling voyage with Moana and Maui, and sing along with Miguel from Coco. A dazzling show for dreamers of all ages! 

2. Erie Restaurant Week 2025 (Jan. 17-26)

📅 When: January 17–26
📍 Where: Various Locations in Erie

Support Erie’s local restaurants during this 10-day culinary celebration. With special menus and exclusive deals at 63 participating restaurants, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Plus, you could win $100 just for participating!

 Click here to see more, including the full list of restaurants participating in Erie Restaurant Week 2025!


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Looking for a fun, musical way to bond with your little ones? Music Together with Ms. Mary offers classes for babies to kids up to age 8. Whether you’ve got a newborn or a budding musician, these joyful classes encourage family participation and help develop your child’s love of music. The best part? You can try a class for FREE! Register online and sign up for a free demo to preview a class and see what the excitement is all about.
When: Various times (more than a dozen classes this week!)
Where: Locations in Erie, North East, and Fairview
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3.  Ed Alonzo at Kellar's

📅 When: January 16-18
📍 Where: Kellar's Modern Magic & Comedy Club

Catch Ed Alonzo, known as Max from Saved By the Bell, performing his hilarious and family-friendly magic show. Suitable for kids ages 5 and up!

4. FREE: Wintry Woods at Blasco Library

📅 When: January 18
📍 Where: Blasco Memorial Library

Bundle up and join us for cozy tales of wintry forest animals. Enjoy singing, crafting, and playing together!

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5. Jan Brett-Themed Classes at the ExpERIEnce Children’s Museum (Registration required) 

📅 When: Tuesdays in January
📍 Where: ExpERIEnce Children’s Museum

Bring Jan Brett’s whimsical stories to life! These toddler and Pre-K classes combine sensory play, music, and movement. Stay after class for free museum play!

📚 Note: Registration is required.

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