Live music in Erie, PA

Upbeat acoustic performances offer singalongs, favorite songs, and a feel-good summer mood.

Enjoy delicious food paired with good music.

An acoustic mix of country, rock, blues, and pop returns to Cellar 22.

L'Arche Erie hosts an evening gathered around one long communal table with a French-inspired theme that honors L'Arche’s beginnings in France more than 60 years ago. The evening offers a warm atmosphere centered on food, friendship, music, and community, celebrating belonging, connection, and the joy of sharing life together. The experience includes dinner, dessert, adult beverages, and other thoughtful touches inspired by the charm of a French gathering. Tickets are $85 per person and availability is limited. The celebration welcomes longtime friends of L'Arche Erie as well as first-time attendees. This is a 21 and older event and will proceed regardless of weather.

Catch indie pop singer Brooke Surgener live for an evening show at The Boardroom Dining & Spirits in Erie. The event is listed for 7:00 PM at the venue.

Aboard the Victorian Princess, enjoy an upbeat moonlight cruise featuring R&B tunes, refreshing drinks, and sweeping views of Erie’s waterfront. Guests can dance, sing along, or simply unwind as the boat glides beneath the night sky. Admission is $15 per person.

The second annual Rides for the Rise motor music festival begins with a motor vehicle parade through Erie, then moves to Rebich Investments Amphitheater and Liberty Park for a day of live performances by local artists, food trucks, vendors, and a bike parade. Portions of the funds raised support youth programs and mentorship in the community. Details on the parade kickoff and festival start time will be announced.

Jazz luminary and multi-platinum songwriter Ann Hampton Callaway headlines the Mercyhurst Institute for Arts & Culture’s annual Summer Soirée. The evening begins with an elegant outdoor reception on the Mercyhurst University campus, followed by an intimate concert in Walker Recital Hall. For this special appearance, Callaway presents "I Get a Kick Out of Cole," a lively salute to Cole Porter’s music and legacy. The program features beloved standards such as "Night and Day," "Just One of Those Things," and "Every Time We Say Goodbye," along with "I Gaze in Your Eyes," which she composed using previously unpublished Porter lyrics, making her the only composer to set music to his unrecorded work. Between songs, she shares stories that illuminate Porter’s life and craft, bringing audiences closer to the artist behind the classics.

Mike Dvorak returns to Oasis Pub with an acoustic performance that blends country, rock, blues, and pop.

Presented by Heel Heat Productions, this all-ages show at Lavery’s Bunker features live sets from Dweller, Moneyball, Stellar Motus, and Nu Sance, with Perfect Blue taking the stage for its debut performance. Admission is $10 at the door.

The Victorian Princess hosts an evening dinner cruise timed to sunset, combining a leisurely sail on Lake Erie with dinner and music in a relaxed, inviting setting. Designed as a scenic night out for families, groups of friends, or someone special, it features lake views and a laid back atmosphere throughout the voyage.

Settle in for an evening of live music on the Erie Bayfront as The Goats open the show ahead of the Songbirds, a tribute to Fleetwood Mac. Attendees are welcome to bring lawn chairs for comfortable seating and enjoy the waterfront atmosphere while the bands perform.

Step up to the microphone for a high-energy karaoke evening featuring music legend Preach Freedom. Expect feel-good vibes, big singalong moments, and an uplifting night centered on crowd favorites.

Get ready for a lively karaoke night at Flagship City Food Hall, featuring local music legend Preach Freedom. Whether you want to step up to the mic or cheer from the crowd, it is a fun evening built around music, energy, and community. Karaoke takes place in the IPPA Pizza area of the Food Hall. You can also enjoy Happy Hour at IPPA and grab food from any open kitchen as the night goes on.

Part of 8 Great Tuesdays presented by PNC Bank, this free community concert at the Rebich Investments Amphitheater features The Goats as the opener and Songbirds: A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac as the headliner. The series highlights local and regional talent and includes complimentary shuttle service courtesy of the Erie Metropolitan Transit Authority. Songbirds present an award-winning homage to Fleetwood Mac with a five-member lineup that prioritizes the feel of the band’s legendary live shows. Expect faithful recreations that favor onstage chemistry, gritty spontaneity, and extended instrumental moments over studio polish. Whether mirroring a particular tour set or weaving through timeless favorites from different eras, the group focuses on preserving the art of live performance for listeners of all ages. Fans, affectionately known as The Flock, often praise the precision of these interpretations and their resemblance to classic concerts from the 1960s through the 2010s.

The Gem City Jazz Ensemble presents a free, public outdoor concert at the Soldiers' & Sailors' Home. Attendees are encouraged to bring a lawn chair or blanket for comfortable seating. Donations will be accepted.

At Bayview Park, Our West Bayfront hosts a summer farmers market featuring Burch Farms alongside live music from Gem City Bands. The series showcases performances by the Gem City Steel Drum Band and the Gem City Concert Band, creating a festive wrap-up to the season. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and settle in for the show. Each week, visitors can stop by the OWB table to receive a free $5 voucher to spend at the market. This event is presented by Our West Bayfront with support from the Gannon University Well-Being Office and the Bayfront Convenience Store.

Local musicians from around the area perform live in the Food Hall, showcasing a blend of R&B, folk rock, funk, jazz, pop, and acoustic in the IPPA Pizza area. Guests can pick up food from any open kitchen and bring it to IPPA Pizza to enjoy with the music, and checking which vendors are open before arriving can help with planning. Ask about featured specials that may include $5 burgers at CheesErie and Happy Hour at IPPA.

Flagship Steel Band brings a free public performance to Bayview Park as part of the Our West Bayfront Concert Series. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to relax and enjoy the outdoor concert. Donations will be accepted.

Centennial Hall Erie hosts a night steeped in the heaviest corners of modern heavy music, moving from chaotic deathcore to brutal slam and blackened ferocity. Topping the bill, Autumn Lies Buried surges with a volatile blend of deathcore and chaotic hardcore, all crushing breakdowns and unruly energy. Let It Rot answers with raw, pummeling power shaped by slam and death metal, focused on low-end impact and unrelenting aggression. Mantra of Morta completes the lineup with a blackened streak, weaving deathcore into shadowy atmospherics for a darker, more sinister feel. This show is open to all ages. Advance tickets are $15, and day-of entry is $20.

Tito brings a live performance to Rum Runners.

Part of the Lawrence Park Township Summer Concert Series, The Bully Pulpits take the Beute Park gazebo stage for a spirited performance. Led by teacher Chuck Ferruggia, the group brings together students and alumni to mix electric and acoustic instruments across a broad range of music that appeals to teens and adults. Guests are welcome to bring lawn chairs and enjoy a relaxed evening of community and live music as summer wraps up and the school year approaches.