Erie entertainment and arts for October, November, December 2025
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- Erie offers a variety of entertainment events through the end of the year.
- Things to see include concerts, comedy shows, theater productions and art exhibits.
- Holiday-themed shows like “Cirque Dreams Holidaze” and “Mannheim Steamroller Christmas” are scheduled.
- The list has family-friendly shows, including “Gabby’s Dollhouse Live!” and Disney on Ice.
The year is winding down, but entertainment in Erie isn’t drying up.
The last three months of the year are filled with so much music, drama, comedy, art and more that we can’t list it all here.
Below is some of what you can see, hear and do in October, November and December. We’ll keep updating the list and you can find even more at GoErie.com/calendar.
October
“Spirits Off”: Oct. 2 and 4, 7:30 p.m.; Oct. 3, 11:55 p.m.; and Oct. 5, 2 p.m., Taylor Little Theatre, Mercyhurst University, 501 E. 38th St. Comedy about spiritualism, séances and skeptics. $15 for adults, $10 for ages 60 and older and non-Mercyhurst students.
Jamey Johnson: Oct. 3, 8 p.m., Warner Theatre, 811 State St. “The Last Honky Tonk Tour.” $97.75, $72.75, $52.75 plus fees.
TINYstage: Fridays and Saturdays through the end of 2025, 5-10 p.m., CafeGiant, 1311 State St. Poets, singers, storytellers and performers in 15-minute spots. Free.
“Vinyl & Flow”: Oct. 3, 7-10 p.m., FEED Media Art Center, 1307 State St. Night of music, movement and art. Pay what you wish.
“A Canterbury Feast”: Oct. 3, 10, 17 and 24 and Nov. 7, 14 and 21, 6:30 p.m.; Oct. 4, 11, 18 and 25 and Nov. 1, 8, 15 and 22, 5:30 p.m.; and Oct. 12, 19 and 26 and Nov. 2, 9 and 16, 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.
April Macie: Oct. 3 and 4, 7:30 p.m., Kellar’s: A Modern Magic & Comedy Club, 1402 State St. $25.
“Mayberry Memories of Don Knotts”: Oct. 4, 7 p.m., McLane Church, 12511 Edinboro Road, Edinboro. One-man show by Bill Knotts, nephew of the late Hollywood icon Don Knotts. $20 in advance, $25 at the door.
Comedy open mic night: Oct. 6 and 20, Nov. 3 and 17, and Dec. 1 and 15, 7-9 p.m., 1020 Collective, 1020 Holland St. Free admission.
“Peace”: Oct. 7, 7:30 p.m., Mary D’Angelo Performing Arts Center, Mercyhurst University, 501 E. 38th St. Concert by Soweto Gospel Choir. $25-$50.
Film 10|20: Oct. 8, 5-10 p.m., feature presentation at 7 p.m., 1020 Collective, 1020 Holland St. Screening “Cloud.” $10.
Kevin Nealon: Oct. 9 and 10, 7:30 p.m., and Oct. 11, 6:30 and 9:30 p.m., Kellar’s: A Modern Magic & Comedy Club, 1402 State St. $45.
“Hadestown: Teen Edition”: Oct. 9-11 and 16-18, 7 p.m., and Oct. 12 and 19, 2 p.m., Performing Artists Collective Alliance, 1505 State St. $15 plus fees.
Let It Begin Tour: Oct. 10, 7 p.m., Erie First Assembly, 8150 Oliver Road. With Big Daddy Weave, Megan Woods and David Leonard. $78, $43, $33.
Eerie Horror Fest: Oct. 10, 2 p.m.-2 a.m., and Oct. 11, 10 a.m.-midnight, Warner Theatre, 811 State St. Film Society of Northwestern Pennsylvania event features short and feature-length films, more. $15-$45 plus fees.
“The Elephant Man”: Oct. 10, 11, 17, 18 and 23-25, 7:30 p.m., and Oct. 19 and 26, 2 p.m., Erie Playhouse, 13 W. 10th St. $14.91 plus fees for Oct. 10 and 11; $19.40-$30.40 for remaining shows.
Inked Comedy: Oct. 11, 7-9 p.m., Andromeda Studios, 3735 West Lake Road. Comedians get a tattoo live during their set. $15.
Great Lakes Beach Glass & Coastal Arts Festival: Oct. 11, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., and Oct. 12, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Bayfront Convention Center, 1 Sassafras Pier. $10 for single day, $17.50 for both days.
“Mama Mia Mayhem: The Stromboli Family Reunion (or Memorial)”: Oct. 11, 6:30 p.m., Madeline’s Dining and Events, 8844 Route 18, Cranesville. Dinner theater with In All Seriousness comedy troupe. $63.70, $58.05, $52.40.
Second Sunday: Oct. 12, 2-4 p.m., Erie Art Museum, 20 E. Fifth St. Drop-in art making for families. Pay what you wish.
Kpop Demon Hunters Party: Oct. 14, 6-7:30 p.m., Blasco Memorial Library, 160 E. Front St. Sing along to songs, try Korean snacks, more; for all ages. Free.
Film 10|20: Oct. 15, 5-10 p.m., feature presentation at 7 p.m., 1020 Collective, 1020 Holland St. Screening “The Dreadful Place.” $10.
Boot, Scoot & Boogie: Oct. 15, 6-8 p.m., Fairfield Hose Co., 4896 East Lake Road. Beginner line dancing with YMCA instructors; registration required. $5 for Y members, $10 for non-members.
Teen Flix: Oct. 15, 5:30-8 p.m., Blasco Memorial Library, 160 E. Front St. Screening of “Five Nights at Freddy’s” with pizza, crafts, cosplay contest; for ages 13-18; registration required. Free.
U.S. Air Force Concert Band: Oct. 17, 7:30 p.m., Warner Theatre, 811 State St. Also features the Singing Sergeants. Free but tickets must be reserved and limit of four tickets per person.
“Candlelight: Rock Favorites on Strings”: : Oct. 17, 2 p.m., Masonic Temple of Erie, 32 W. Eighth St. Candlelight Concert by spring quartet Listeso. $47, $33, $22.
“Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons”: : Oct. 17, 2 p.m., Masonic Temple of Erie, 32 W. Eighth St. Candlelight Concert by spring quartet Listeso. $47.50, $33, $22.50.
Erie’s Funniest: Oct. 17 and 18, 7 p.m., Kellar’s: A Modern Magic & Comedy Club, 1402 State St. Comedy competition featuring dueling pianos. $25.
“Masquerade at the Museum”: Oct. 18, 7-11 p.m., Erie Art Museum, 20 E. Fifth St. More details to come.
The Kramers: Oct. 18, 6 p.m., Christ Evangelical Free Church, 19682 Hill Road, Saegertown. Free.
“Ben Folds & A Piano”: Oct. 18, 8 p.m., Warner Theatre, 811 State St. With special guest Lindsey Kraft. $100.50, $79.50, $58.50, $47.50.
Film 10|20: Oct. 22, 5-10 p.m., feature presentation at 7 p.m., 1020 Collective, 1020 Holland St. Screening “40 Acres.” $10.
The Logan Series: Oct. 23, noon, Reed Union Building, Penn State Behrend, 5091 Station Road, Harborcreek Township. Performance by Beo String Quartet. Free.
“Whispers in the Woods”: Oct. 23, 6-8 p.m., meet in Big Green Screen Theater at Tom Ridge Environmental Center, 301 Peninsula Drive. Immerse yourself in the art of poetry with a cultural, historical and interactive evening of literary excellence for all ages. Registration required by Oct. 20. Free.
Billy Gardell: Oct. 23 and 24, 7:30 p.m., and Oct. 25, 6:30 and 9:30 p.m., Kellar’s: A Modern Magic & Comedy Club, 1402 State St. $45.
“Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics”: Oct. 24, 6 and 8:30 p.m., Masonic Temple of Erie, 32 W. Eighth St. Candlelight Concert with highlights including Michael Jackson’s “Thriller,” Camille Saint-Saëns’ “Danse Macabre” and themes from “Beetlejuice,” “The Addams Family,” “Halloween” and “Ghostbusters.” $22, $32 and $46.
“Brahms, Beethoven, & Rachmaninoff”: Oct. 25, 7:30 p.m., Warner Theatre, 811 State St. Erie Philharmonic symphonic concert featuring the Erie Philharmonic Chorus and violinist David McCarroll. $17-$63.
The Vampire Circus: Oct. 26, 7:30 p.m., Warner Theatre, 811 State St. Mix of circus cabaret and theater. $58.75, $48.50, $38.25 plus fees.
Film 10|20: Oct. 29, 5-10 p.m., feature presentation at 7 p.m., 1020 Collective, 1020 Holland St. Screening “Union.” $10.
Holiday exhibit: Oct. 30-January 2026, Glass Growers Gallery, 10 E. Fifth St. Featuring Frederick Fiedler, Sara Frye, Amy Hahn, Rhonda Peterson, Mathew Skelly and Susan Stone. Regular hours are Mondays through Fridays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Saturdays, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Free admission.
Mysterion: Oct. 31 and Nov. 1, 7 p.m., Kellar’s: A Modern Magic & Comedy Club, 1402 State St. $25.
November
“The Music of Billy Joel”: Nov. 1, 7:30 p.m., and Nov. 2, 3 p.m., Warner Theatre, 811 State St. Erie Philharmonic pops concert starring Michael Cavanaugh. $17-$68.
Film 10|20: Nov. 5, 5-10 p.m., feature presentation at 7 p.m., 1020 Collective, 1020 Holland St. Screening “Sorcerer.” $10.
Art After Dark: Nov. 6, 5-8 p.m., Erie Art Museum, 20 E. Fifth St. Tour the galleries at 5 p.m., live music from 6 to 8 by Danny and the Daddios. Museum admission is $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and students, free for age 16 and younger.
John Shyrock and Jeff Shaw: Nov. 7 and 8, 7 p.m., Kellar’s: A Modern Magic & Comedy Club, 1402 State St. $25.
“Emma: A Pop Musical”: Nov. 7 and 14, 7 p.m., and Nov. 8, 9, 15 and 16, 2 p.m., Erie Playhouse, 13 W. 10th St. Tickets were to go on sale Oct. 14.
“Gabby’s Dollhouse Live!”: Nov. 8, 1 p.m., Warner Theatre, 811 State St. New stage production of the series. $66.75, $51.75, $41.75, $26.75 plus fees.
Second Sunday: Nov. 9, 2-4 p.m., Erie Art Museum, 20 E. Fifth St. Drop-in art making for families. Pay what you wish.
Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue: Nov. 11, 7:30 p.m., Mary D’Angelo Performing Arts Center, Mercyhurst University, 501 E. 38th St. $25-$50.
Film 10|20: Nov. 12, 5-10 p.m., feature presentation at 7 p.m., 1020 Collective, 1020 Holland St. Screening “Put Your Soul on Your Hand and Walk.” $10.
Get the Led Out concert: Nov. 13, 7:30 p.m., Warner Theatre, 811 State St. Performance by Philadelphia-based Led Zeppelin tribute band. $49.75 plus fees.
Darren Criss: Nov. 13, 7:30 p.m., Mary D’Angelo Performing Arts Center, Mercyhurst University, 501 E. 38th St. $40-$65.
“Journey to the Poles of Inaccessibility”: Nov. 13-15 and 20-22, 7:30 p.m., and Nov. 16 and 23, 2 p.m., Performing Artists Collective Alliance, 1505 State St. $20 plus fees.
Kelly MacFarland and the Alans: Nov. 14 and 15, 7:30 p.m., Kellar’s: A Modern Magic & Comedy Club, 1402 State St. $25.
Access for All: Oct. 2, Nov. 6 and Dec. 4, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., and Nov. 15 and Dec. 20, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Erie Art Museum, 20 E. Fifth St. Free admission days.
“Mahler’s Sixth”: Nov. 15, 7:30 p.m., Warner Theatre, 811 State St. Erie Philharmonic symphony concert featuring music of Gustav Mahler. $17-$63.
Film 10|20: Nov. 19, 5-10 p.m., feature presentation at 7 p.m., 1020 Collective, 1020 Holland St. Screening “Superman.” $10.
“Funny Women of a Certain Age”: Nov. 20-22, 7 p.m., Kellar’s: A Modern Magic & Comedy Club, 1402 State St. With Carole Montgomery, Leighann Lord and Missy Hall. $30.
“Cirque Dreams Holidaze”: Nov. 25, 7:30 p.m., Warner Theatre, 811 State St. Broadway-style production with awe-inspiring contemporary circus arts. $75, $63, $51 plus fees.
December
Mannheim Steamroller Christmas show: Dec. 2, 7:30 p.m., Warner Theatre, 811 State St. The traditional holiday show returns. $75, $63, $51 plus fees.
Disney on Ice: Dec. 4 and 5, 7 p.m., and Dec. 6 and 7, 11 a.m. and 3 p.m., Erie Insurance Arena, 809 French St. “Road Trip Adventures” with Mickey Mouse and friends. $28.18-$64.26.
Tammy Pescatelli: Dec. 5 and 6, 7:30 p.m., Kellar’s: A Modern Magic & Comedy Club, 1402 State St. $25.
“Frozen: The Broadway Musical”: Dec. 5, 6, 12, 13 and 18-20, 7:30 p.m., and Dec. 14, 21, 27 and 28 and Jan. 3 and 4, 2 p.m., Erie Playhouse, 13 W. 10th St. Tickets were to go on sale Nov. 11.
“Come Home for the Holidays”: Dec. 6, 7:30 p.m., and Dec. 7, 3 p.m., Warner Theatre, 811 State St. Erie Philharmonic pops concert with special guests, the Philharmonic Choruses and ballet dancers. $17-$68.
“Christmas Memories”: Dec. 6, 13 and 20, 5:30 p.m., and Dec. 14 and 21, 2:30 p.m., Station Dinner Theatre, 4940 Peach St. $51 for adults; $45 for ages 65-plus, students and military; $41 for ages 6-11, plus fees.
“A Live Conversation with Chevy Chase”: Dec. 8, 7 p.m., Warner Theatre, 811 State St. Q&A follows screening of the film “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation.” $27, $37.25, $57.75, $78.50, $254.50 plus fees.
“The Secret Diary of Mrs. Santa”: Dec. 10, 7:30 p.m., Mary D’Angelo Performing Arts Center, Mercyhurst University, 501 E. 38th St. Show with Melissa Errico and Billy Stritch. $45-$55.
Gallery Night: Dec. 12, 5-10 p.m., Erie Art Museum, 20 E. Fifth St., and various other area venues. More details to come.
Chris Kattan: Dec. 12 and 13, 6:30 and 9 p.m., Kellar’s: A Modern Magic & Comedy Club, 1402 State St. $30.
“Erie’s Nutcracker Reimagined”: Dec. 13, 7 p.m., and Dec. 14, 2 p.m., Warner Theatre, 811 State St. Lake Erie Ballet Co. production. $36.25, $46.50, $56.75 plus fees.
Second Sunday: Dec. 14, 2-4 p.m., Erie Art Museum, 20 E. Fifth St. Drop-in art making for families. Pay what you wish.
“Diane Hardner’s Christmas Extravaganza”: Dec. 18-20, 7:30 p.m., Performing Artist Collective Alliance, 1505 State St. $20 plus fees.
Joel Meyers: Dec. 19 and 20, 7:30 p.m., Kellar’s: A Modern Magic & Comedy Club, 1402 State St. $25.
Dana Massing can be reached at [email protected].
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