Looking for all the holiday events happening in Erie, Pa.? Macaroni KID Erie is here to help! This is a complete list of Christmas and holiday-related events happening in Erie in 2022. Please check back often as we are adding more events frequently to Erie's 2022 Holiday Guide!
New events last added Dec. 14, 2022
Know of an event we're missing? Please submit it here and we'll add it to the list!
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Winter Holiday and Christmas Fun in Erie, Pa., all season long:
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ππSanta at Millcreek Mall
Nov. 19-Dec. 24
Get your picture with Santa at the mall.
ππWinter Wonderland at Asbury Woods
5-8 p.m. Dec. 1-31 (except Dec. 24 & 25)
The boardwalk adjacent to the Andrew J. Conner Nature Center at Asbury Woods will be lit up for the community to enjoy a peaceful evening stroll on the boardwalk through the woods. Holiday lights will twinkle in the woods and wetlands along the boardwalk which covers 1/3 of a mile. While you're visiting stop by the Squeaky Frog Gift Shop, which will showcase holiday and nature-themed gifts for sale from local artisans this holiday season.
ππPresque Isle Lights
6-9 p.m. Thursdays through Sundays, Dec. 1-18, then Thursdays and Fridays through Dec. 30
The annual fundraiser for Presque Isle invites visitors to take a self-guided evening driving tour of seasonal lights at Presque Isle State Park.
πDowntown D'Lights
Starting Dec. 3
Perry Square and surrounding downtown businesses are all lit up during the holiday season, with the kickoff event happening Dec. 3.
ππDowntown Erie Skating Rink
Nov. 26-Feb. 28
The Erie Downtown Partnership is bringing a skating rink to East Perry Square this winter for the first time. Please note: The rink may be closed at the discretion of staff due to inclement weather and temperatures. Check Erie Downtown Partnership's social media for live updates.
ππChristmas in the Country at Port Farms
Wednesdays-Sundays, Nov. 25-Dec. 23
There are activities for all ages: Cut your own Christmas tree, take horse-drawn carriage rides, write a letter to Santa, visit with Santa, enjoy live music and adult beverages next to the fireplace in the barn.
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Events:
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Wednesday, Dec. 14
- FREE: Holiday Crafternoon:Snowflake Ornaments at Lincoln Library (Registration required)
- FREE: Paint a Gingerbread Ornament at Blasco
Thursday, Dec. 15
- FREE: Cozy Cocoa Storytime at Blasco (Registration required)
- Elf the Musical at Erie Playhouse
- Habitat Holly Days at Greater Erie Area Habitat For Humanity
Friday, Dec. 16
- Elf the Musical at Erie Playhouse
- Habitat Holly Days at Greater Erie Area Habitat For Humanity
- Gallery Night at Locations Citywide
Saturday, Dec. 17
- FREE: Decorate your Christmas Tree with a Jolly Holiday Ornament at Lowe's
- Santa ExpERIEnce At Erie Children's Museum
- Christmas Blitz at JPTF Event Center
- FREE: Winter Celebration at TREC
- Erie's NUTCRACKER Reimagined at Warner Theater
- Habitat Holly Days at Greater Erie Area Habitat For Humanity
- Elf the Musical at Erie Playhouse
Sunday, Dec. 18
- Breakfast with Santa at Applebee's on Buffalo Road
- Holiday Market (Indoor Flea Market)
- Elf the Musical at Erie Playhouse
- Miller Mistletoe 1 Mile Run/ Walk in North East
Monday, Dec. 19
- FREE: Make Holiday Cards at Blasco
- FREE: That's a Wrap: Creative Gift Wrapping Workshop at Irquois Library (Registration required)
- Cocoa and Craft at Blasco (Teens only)
Tuesday, Dec. 20
- FREE: Hanukkah Storytime at Blasco
- Christmas Spectacular at Flying Squirrel Trampoline Park (Registration required)
Wednesday, Dec. 21
- Christmas Storytime at Blasco
- FREE: Winter Solstice Celebration at Presque Isle (Registration required)
- Family Winter Solstice Night Hike at Asbury Woods (Registration required)
Thursday, Dec. 23
Friday, Dec. 24
Saturday, Dec. 31
- Noon Years Eve at ExpERIEnce Children's Museum
- FREE: Noon Year's Eve! at Blasco
- Erie Otters vs. Niagara at Erie Insurance Arena
Sunday, Jan. 1
More winter holiday and Christmas fun in Erie, Pa.:
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Past events:
Friday, Nov. 25
- 2022 Festival of Trees at Bayfront Convention Center
- Holiday Weekend Vendor Show at JPT Foundation Event Center
- Blessed Sacrament Craft Show
- Live Reindeer at the Cork 1794
Saturday, Nov. 26
- Erie Contemporary Ballet Theatre Presents Nutcracker at Mercyhurst University
- 2022 Festival of Trees at Bayfront Convention Center
- Holiday Weekend Vendor Show at JPT Foundation Event Center
- Blessed Sacrament Craft Show
Sunday, Nov. 27
- 2022 Festival of Trees at Bayfront Convention Center
- Erie Contemporary Ballet Theatre Presents Nutcracker at Mercyhurst University
- Blessed Sacrament Craft Show
Tuesday, Nov. 29
- FREE: Make a 3D Printed Cookie Cutter at Blasco (Registration required)
- Holiday Stomp with The Hot Sardines at Mary D'Angelo Performing Arts Center
Thursday, Dec. 1
Friday, Dec. 2
- FREE: Victorian Holidays at Hagen History Center
- Stuff the Bus at Millcreek Mall
- Kids’ Christmas Shop at WLD Ranch
- Downtown d'Lights 2022 at Perry Square
- Elf the Musical at Erie Playhouse
Saturday, Dec. 3
- FREE: Santa at Scotland Yards
- FREE: Elf Workshop at the Apple Basket of North East
- Brunch with Santa at The Cork 1794
- Kids’ Christmas Shop at WLD Ranch
- FREE: Victorian Holidays at Hagen History Center
- Breakfast with Santa at Asbury Barn (Registration required)
- Movement Mortgage Grinch Family Pictures at Asbury Woods
- FREE: Holiday Hullabaloo at Lincoln Library
- Grinchmas Pictures at Greene Township Building (Reservations required)
- FREE: Flagship Wonderland at Flagship City Food Hall
- Elf the Musical at Erie Playhouse
Sunday, Dec. 4
- Perry Hi-Way Hose Company Craft Show
- Brunch with Santa at The Cork 1794
- Photos With Santa at K9-5 Dog Daycare
- FREE: Victorian Holidays at Hagen History Center
- Grinchmas Pictures at Greene Township Building (Reservations required)
- Because You Care Santa Pet Photos at Pet Supplies Plus (Reservations required)
Monday, Dec. 5
Tuesday, Dec. 6
Wednesday, Dec. 7
Thursday, Dec. 8
Friday, Dec. 9
- Gingerbread Decorating Workshop at ExpERIEnce Children's Museum (Registration required)
- A Night with the Grinch at Erie Sports Center
- Habitat Holly Days at Greater Erie Area Habitat For Humanity
- Elf the Musical at Erie Playhouse
Saturday, Dec. 10
- FREE: The Muppet Christmas Carol at Blasco
- Breakfast with Santa at Peek’n Peak (Reservations required)
- Cookies and Cocoa with Santa at Gannon University
- EARS Hoppin’ Holiday at Bethel Baptist Church
- Santa Visits Sonic Restaurant
- Children's Christmas Story Writing Workshop at Werner Books
- Santa's Workshop at Molly Brannigan's
- Habitat Holly Days at Greater Erie Area Habitat For Humanity
- FREE: Holiday Workshop: Build a Teddy Bear at Blasco
- Elf the Musical at Erie Playhouse
Sunday, Dec. 11
- Sensory Friendly Santa at Millcreek Mall
- Breakfast with Santa at Peek’n Peak (Reservations required)
- Children's Christmas Story Writing Workshop at Werner Books
- Elf the Musical at Erie Playhouse
- Because You Care Santa Pet Photos at Pet Supplies Plus (Reservations required)
Monday, Dec. 12
- FREE: Sponge Paint Ornaments at Blasco
- A Celtic Family Christmas at Mary D'Angelo Performing Arts Center