Everyone wants to give gifts that are memorable and special for the holidays. Enter Experiences from Erie: a curated list of experience-based gifts created specifically for VisitErie to make your holiday gifting easy.
Each package is offered at a discounted price point and is uniquely Erie. Explore local flavors, bay cruises, and experiences for the whole family, and make short work of your long holiday gift list this season.
Purchases from Experiences from Erie must be completed individually through the business as directed below and will be provided in the form of a gift certificate or gift card to be redeemed by your recipient. Prices and expiration dates vary. Promotional pricing on all gifts is valid through December 31, 2023 unless otherwise noted.
Include some trip inspiration with your Experiences from Erie holiday gift!
Private Maple Experience
Guests will walk through Asbury Woods sugar bush, tap a tree, taste sap, and then visit our working sugar shack, where the magic happens! This package is good for a group of six people. Click here to purchase. Purchase by Dec. 18, 2023.
Price: $100
Rock Climbing Experience for Two
This is a special, all-inclusive day pass for two people to visit Erie's newest attraction, ASCEND Erie, for the price of one! All rental equipment is included. To purchase, click here.
Price: $32 (50% discount!)
Holiday Discount
Get 814 and Erie-themed gear for the whole family this holiday season! Take 15% off online and in-store using promo code 'VISIT15' at checkout. Offer cannot be combined with other sales/promotions. Order here.
Price: Varies (15% discount)
Holiday 4-Pack for 2024 Season
Cheer on the reigning Eastern League Champion Erie SeaWolves in 2024! This Holiday 4-Pack includes a voucher redeemable for four (4) lower box seats to any 2024 regular season game at UPMC Park and a $40 food and beverage gift card. Seating is subject to availability. To purchase the voucher, click here. Vouchers may be redeemed when 2024 single-game tickets go on sale.
Price: $79 ($25-$37 discount off single game ticket prices!)
Gift Card + T-Shirt
Experience any of the six themed rooms at Escape Game Erie! For this package, receive a $100 gift card (good for four tickets) and four Escape Game Erie t-shirts. To purchase, call the 10th Street location at (814) 580-9905 and mention the VisitErie promotion.
Price: $100
Escape on the Lake Sailing Experience
Give the gift of memories through time spent together sailing aboard a historic tall ship on Lake Erie! This sailing experience package includes four discounted day sail tickets aboard the Lettie G Howard, an original 1893 fishing schooner and one of Erie's iconic tall ships. This is an all-ages opportunity to join the crew, help hoist the sails, pull the lines, or just sit back and enjoy the view. To purchase, click here or call the office at (833) 365-7245. Gift can be redeemed during the 2024 sailing season.
Price: $89 (25% discount!)
Experiential Gift Bundle
Sip from your new artisan Erie mug while enjoying three different hands-on activities. Each bundle will come with one paint-by-numbers activity kit, one 'snack-size' puzzle, a magic wand and an Erie mug. Images and colors of the items within the bundle will be a surprise, but will be selected based on age and basic description of the gift bundle recipient. To purchase, click here.
Price: $60 (20% discount!)
20% Off Port Farms Gift Cards
Give the gift of farm fun! Save 20% on Port Farms gift cards valued at $25 or more using code HOLIDAY23. Gift cards can be used to access the farm in 2024 during popular events like Summer Days, Fall Harvest, and Country Christmas. To purchase, click here and use promo code HOLIDAY23.
Price: Varies (minimum purchase $25)
Future Fun Voucher
Buy now - stay later! Score this incredible deal on a future overnight getaway at Splash Lagoon for your family this holiday season. Vouchers include four passes to Splash Lagoon, an overnight stay in a connected hotel, plus deluxe continental breakfast. Splash Lagoon passes are valid from noon on the date of your arrival until the park closes on your departure date. Vouchers are valid in 2024. Blackout dates apply. To purchase, click here.
Price: $199
Perfect Gift for the Family
Beautifully landscaped 18 hole miniature golf, driving range, all-speed batting cages, bumper boats, brand new Go-Kart track, arcade and Candy Shop. Buy one $25 gift card and receive a FREE round of miniature golf. Call to purchase at 814-734-5098 ext 225.
Price: $25
Private Honey Talk + Wine Pairing
Taste the fruits of nature at this immersive experience at Asbury Woods! The package for four adults includes a brief lecture on honeybees by a local expert, a visit to an indoor beehive, followed by a honey, cheese and wine pairing. To purchase, click here.
Price: $100
Private Maple Experience
Guests will walk through Asbury Woods sugar bush, tap a tree, taste sap, and then visit our working sugar shack, where the magic happens! This package is good for a group of six people. Click here to purchase. Purchase by Dec. 18, 2023.
Price: $100
Behind the Scenes Pizza Tour
Take a behind-the-scenes tour at any of the three Erie Donatos locations plus create your own individual pizza with unlimited toppings and a 20 oz fountain drink for $7.50 per person! Limit of 15 people per session. Click here to purchase.
Price: $7.50 per person
Chocolate Lovers Choice
Visit Pulakos Chocolates and build your own custom 16 piece box of chocolates, selecting from their expansive case of caramels, creams, truffles, nuts, homemade marshmallow and more! You'll also receive a 6 oz bag of Sponge Candy*, a classic Erie favorite, a hand molded Smiley sucker, and a Pulakos milk chocolate candy bar! *Milk or Dark Chocolate available. Purchase here. Redeemable through 9/30/24.
Price: $20 (discounted 18%!)
The Cats + Snacks Experience
Visit one of Erie's best downtown coffee spots for an experience that will get you purring! This package deal is for two people and includes one hour in the comfy Purrista Cat Lounge hanging with adoptable rescue cats from local animal shelter Because You Care. Each person also gets to enjoy a baked good and a cafe drink of your choice, plus a special surprise gift! Your purchase supports local business and rescues. To purchase, click here.
Price: $50 ($25 discount!)
Discount on a Dinner Cruise
Enjoy dinner with a view, courtesy of the Victorian Princess! This package features $5 off on all dinner cruises in 2024 aboard the Victorian Princess paddleboat as it sails around Presque Isle Bay. To purchase, click here and use promo code 5off2024.
Price: Varies ($5 discount!)
Pottery Class
In this two-hour session, each participant will experience the potter’s wheel and make two pottery pieces. An instructor will guide each person on the wheel and finish the pottery in the glaze of their choice. Class is open to groups of 2-8. Call (814) 836-0345 to purchase.
Price: $65/person (save 8%!)
Private Maple Experience
Guests will walk through Asbury Woods sugar bush, tap a tree, taste sap, and then visit our working sugar shack, where the magic happens! This package is good for a group of six people. Click here to purchase. Purchase by Dec. 18, 2023.
Price: $100
Rock Climbing Experience for Two
This is a special, all-inclusive day pass for two people to visit Erie's newest attraction, ASCEND Erie, for the price of one! All rental equipment is included. To purchase, click here.
Price: $32 (50% discount!)
Workshop Gift Certificate
Explore your creative side with a workshop at Board and Brush Studios! Through this promotion, get a gift certificate for any one Pick Your Project Workshop at a discount. Purchase here and use code EXPERIENCEERIE23.
Cost: $60 ($13 discount!)
Escape on the Lake Sailing Experience
Give the gift of memories through time spent together sailing aboard a historic tall ship on Lake Erie! This sailing experience package includes four discounted day sail tickets aboard the Lettie G Howard, an original 1893 fishing schooner and one of Erie's iconic tall ships. This is an all-ages opportunity to join the crew, help hoist the sails, pull the lines, or just sit back and enjoy the view. To purchase, click here or call the office at (833) 365-7245. Gift can be redeemed during the 2024 sailing season.
Price: $89 (25% discount!)
Experiential Gift Bundle
Sip from your new artisan Erie mug while enjoying three different hands-on activities. Each bundle will come with one paint-by-numbers activity kit, one 'snack-size' puzzle, a magic wand and an Erie mug. Images and colors of the items within the bundle will be a surprise, but will be selected based on age and basic description of the gift bundle recipient. To purchase, click here.
Price: $60 (20% discount!)
Rejuvenating Getaway Gift Card
Book an overnight stay for an exquisite escape at the historic Spencer House Bed & Breakfast, nestled on the prestigious Millionaires Row in Erie. The gift certificate entitles you to a one night stay, where you'll relish a charming room with a private bath, a sumptuous, homecooked breakfast, an enticing box of local chocolates, and an enchanting couples massage at nearby Monacella Massage and Kinesiology. Based on availability. Can be combined with a multi-night stay. Gift certificate redeemable through 12/31/2024, but not valid for use on holidays or during special events. To Purchase call Spencer House Bed and Breakfast (814)-464-0419 and ask for the VisitErie Experience Package.
Price: Varies based on room type (complimentary chocolates + discounted massage - $60 value!)
Future Fun Voucher
Buy now - stay later! Score this incredible deal on a future overnight getaway at Splash Lagoon for your family this holiday season. Vouchers include four passes to Splash Lagoon, an overnight stay in a connected hotel, plus deluxe continental breakfast. Splash Lagoon passes are valid from noon on the date of your arrival until the park closes on your departure date. Vouchers are valid in 2024. Blackout dates apply. To purchase, click here.
Price: $199
30 Extra Minutes of Massage - No Extra Cost!
Buy a 60-minute massage gift certificate, and enjoy a complimentary upgrade to a 90-minute massage session! Treat yourself and your loved ones this holiday season with an extended experience of ultimate relaxation and/or relief from pain. Only one gift certificate can be redeemed per person. Can be redeemed through 12/31/24. Purchase here.
Price: $90 ($30 discount!)
Rejuvenating Getaway Gift Card
Book an overnight stay for an exquisite escape at the historic Spencer House Bed & Breakfast, nestled on the prestigious Millionaires Row in Erie. The gift certificate entitles you to a one night stay, where you'll relish a charming room with a private bath, a sumptuous, homecooked breakfast, an enticing box of local chocolates, and an enchanting couples massage at nearby Monacella Massage and Kinesiology. Based on availability. Can be combined with a multi-night stay. Gift certificate redeemable through 12/31/2024, but not valid for use on holidays or during special events. To book, call Spencer House Bed & Breakfast at (814) 464-0419.
Price: Varies based on room type (complimentary chocolates + discounted massage - $60 value!)
Discount on a Dinner Cruise
Enjoy dinner with a view, courtesy of the Victorian Princess! This package features $5 off on all dinner cruises in 2024 aboard the Victorian Princess paddleboat as it sails around Presque Isle Bay. To purchase, click here and use promo code 5off2024.
Price: Varies ($5 discount!)
Set Sail for Romance and Relaxation
Escape to the picturesque shores of Lake Erie with Your Sailing Adventure and Monacella Massage & Kinesiology this holiday season. Experience pure relaxation and rekindle your bond in a tranquil and serene setting. Package includes a one-hour sailboat ride for two along the stunning Lake Erie shoreline, and a rejuvenating 60-minute couples massage. Get 20% off the entire package! Limited availability, so book now to secure your spot. Terms and conditions apply. Subject to availability. Offer valid for the 2024 sailing season. Purchase here.
Price: $432 (20% discount!)
Pottery Class
In this two-hour session, each participant will experience the potter's wheel and make two pottery pieces. An instructor will guide each person on the wheel and finish the pottery in the glaze of their choice. Class is open to groups of 2-8. Call (814) 836-0345 to purchase.
Cost: $65/person (save 8%!)
Private Honey Talk + Wine Pairing
Taste the fruits of nature at this immersive experience at Asbury Woods! The package for four adults includes a brief lecture on honeybees by a local expert, a visit to an indoor beehive, followed by a honey, cheese and wine pairing. To purchase, click here.
Price: $100
Private Maple Experience
Guests will walk through Asbury Woods sugar bush, tap a tree, taste sap, and then visit our working sugar shack, where the magic happens! This package is good for a group of six people. Click here to purchase. Purchase by Dec. 18, 2023.
Price: ($100)
Rock Climbing Experience for Two
This is a special, all-inclusive day pass for two people to visit Erie's newest attraction, ASCEND Erie, for the price of one! All rental equipment is included. To purchase, click here.
Price: $32 (50% discount!)
Workshop Gift Certificate
Explore your creative side with a workshop at Board and Brush Studios! Through this promotion, get a gift certificate for any one Pick Your Project Workshop at a discount. Purchase here and use code EXPERIENCEERIE23.
Cost: $60 ($13 discount!)
Behind the Scenes Pizza Tour
Take a behind-the-scenes tour at any of the three Erie Donatos locations plus create your own individual pizza with unlimited toppings and a 20 oz fountain drink for $7.50 per person! Limit of 15 people per session. Click here to purchase.
Price: $7.50 per person
Holiday Discount
Get 814 and Erie-themed gear for the whole family this holiday season! Take 15% off online and in-store using promo code 'VISIT15' at checkout. Offer cannot be combined with other sales/promotions. Order here.
Price: Varies (15% discount)
Holiday 4-Pack for 2024 Season
Cheer on the reigning Eastern League Champion Erie SeaWolves in 2024! This Holiday 4-Pack includes a voucher redeemable for four (4) lower box seats to any 2024 regular season game at UPMC Park and a $40 food and beverage gift card. Seating is subject to availability. To purchase the voucher, click here. Vouchers may be redeemed when 2024 single-game tickets go on sale.
Price: $79 ($25-$37 discount off single game ticket prices!)
Gift Card + T-Shirt
Experience any of the six themed rooms at Escape Game Erie! For this package, receive a $100 gift card (good for four tickets) and four Escape Game Erie t-shirts. To purchase, call the 10th Street location at (814) 580-9905 and mention the VisitErie promotion.
Price: $100
Experiential Gift Bundle
Sip from your new artisan Erie mug while enjoying three different hands-on activities. Each bundle will come with one paint-by-numbers activity kit, one 'snack-size' puzzle, a magic wand and an Erie mug. Images and colors of the items within the bundle will be a surprise, but will be selected based on age and basic description of the gift bundle recipient. To purchase, click here.
Price: $60 (20% discount!)
Escape on the Lake Sailing Experience
Give the gift of memories through time spent together sailing aboard a historic tall ship on Lake Erie! This sailing experience package includes four discounted day sail tickets aboard the Lettie G Howard, an original 1893 fishing schooner and one of Erie's iconic tall ships. This is an all-ages opportunity to join the crew, help hoist the sails, pull the lines, or just sit back and enjoy the view. To purchase, click here or call the office at (833) 365-7245. Gift can be redeemed during the 2024 sailing season.
Price: $89 (25% discount!)
30 Extra Minutes of Massage - No Extra Cost!
Buy a 60-minute massage gift certificate, and enjoy a complimentary upgrade to a 90-minute massage session! Treat yourself and your loved ones this holiday season with an extended experience of ultimate relaxation and/or relief from pain. Only one gift certificate can be redeemed per person. Can be redeemed through 12/31/24. Purchase here.
Price: $90 ($30 discount!)
20% Off Port Farms Gift Cards
Give the gift of farm fun! Save 20% on Port Farms gift cards valued at $25 or more using code HOLIDAY23. Gift cards can be used to access the farm in 2024 during popular events like Summer Days, Fall Harvest, and Country Christmas. To purchase, click here and use promo code HOLIDAY23.
Price: Varies (minimum purchase $25)
Chocolate Lovers Choice
Visit Pulakos Chocolates and build your own custom 16 piece box of chocolates, selecting from their expansive case of caramels, creams, truffles, nuts, homemade marshmallow and more! You'll also receive a 6 oz bag of Sponge Candy*, a classic Erie favorite, a hand molded Smiley sucker, and a Pulakos milk chocolate candy bar! *Milk or Dark Chocolate available. Purchase here. Redeemable through 9/30/24.
Price: $20 (discounted 18%!)
The Cats + Snacks Experience
Visit one of Erie's best downtown coffee spots for an experience that will get you purring! This package deal is for two people and includes one hour in the comfy Purrista Cat Lounge hanging with adoptable rescue cats from local animal shelter Because You Care. Each person also gets to enjoy a baked good and a cafe drink of your choice, plus a special surprise gift! Your purchase supports local business and rescues. To purchase, click here.
Price: $50 ($25 discount!)
Rejuvenating Getaway Gift Card
Book an overnight stay for an exquisite escape at the historic Spencer House Bed & Breakfast, nestled on the prestigious Millionaires Row in Erie. The gift certificate entitles you to a one night stay, where you'll relish a charming room with a private bath, a sumptuous, homecooked breakfast, an enticing box of local chocolates, and an enchanting couples massage at nearby Monacella Massage and Kinesiology. Based on availability. Can be combined with a multi-night stay. Gift certificate redeemable through 12/31/2024, but not valid for use on holidays or during special events. To book, call Spencer House Bed & Breakfast at (814) 464-0419.
Price: Varies based on room type (complimentary chocolates + discounted massage - $60 value!)
Future Fun Voucher
Buy now - stay later! Score this incredible deal on a future overnight getaway at Splash Lagoon for your family this holiday season. Vouchers include four passes to Splash Lagoon, an overnight stay in a connected hotel, plus deluxe continental breakfast. Splash Lagoon passes are valid from noon on the date of your arrival until the park closes on your departure date. Vouchers are valid in 2024. Blackout dates apply. To purchase, click here.
Price: $199
Perfect Gift for the Family
Beautifully landscaped 18 hole miniature golf, driving range, all-speed batting cages, bumper boats, brand new Go-Kart track, arcade and Candy Shop. Buy one $25 gift card and receive a FREE round of miniature golf. Call to purchase at 814-734-5098 ext 225.
Price: $25
Set Sail for Romance and Relaxation
Escape to the picturesque shores of Lake Erie with Your Sailing Adventure and Monacella Massage & Kinesiology this holiday season. Experience pure relaxation and rekindle your bond in a tranquil and serene setting. Package includes a one-hour sailboat ride for two along the stunning Lake Erie shoreline, and a rejuvenating 60-minute couples massage. Get 20% off the entire package! Limited availability, so book now to secure your spot. Terms and conditions apply. Subject to availability. Offer valid for the 2024 sailing season. Purchase here.
Price: $432 (20% discount!)
Discount on a Dinner Cruise
Enjoy dinner with a view, courtesy of the Victorian Princess! This package features $5 off on all dinner cruises in 2024 aboard the Victorian Princess paddleboat as it sails around Presque Isle Bay. To purchase, click here and use promo code 5off2024.
Price: Varies ($5 discount!)
Join us at Peek'n Peak Resort for a Fall adventure you won't want to miss! From the 35th Annual Fall Fest on October 14-15 and 21-22 to the epic German Beer Fest known as the Wurst Party Ever on November 4 and the hilarious Medieval Feast Dinner Theater on November 10-12 & 17-19, there's something for everyone! Check out our full event schedule and secure your tickets now at pknpk.com/events.
The Millcreek Mall features more than 160 stores, restaurants, and fun for the whole family on Upper Peach Street, Erie’s most popular shopping district! Shopping in Erie means no sales tax on clothing or shoes. Choose from a variety of hotels located on the Mall property and just minutes away at the intersection of Peach Street and Interstate 90.
Located on the southeast shore of Lake Erie, the Port of Erie has been promoting industrial, commercial, and recreational opportunities on the waters of Lake Erie since 1959.
The Bayfront Grille Restaurant at the Sheraton Erie Bayfront Hotel is a relaxed hotel eatery offering American fare all day in a scenic setting with a patio & bay views. Experience a fresh take on casual dining, from breakfast to dinner, with creative menu selections and regional cuisine in our waterfront restaurant. Please check Open Table for reservations or contact the restaurant directly at 814-454-2005.
Whether you’re searching for the perfect Christmas tree or a place to experience a magical horse-drawn sleigh ride, plan a trip to Port Farms! Join us at Santa’s Workshop every weekend for visits with Santa, live music, crafts, cookie decorating, and holiday food & drinks! We also offer cut-your-own trees, pre-cut trees, freshly made wreaths, holiday décor, and other great gifts throughout the week. Activities are a la carte. Plan an enchanting Christmas experience at Port Farms today! Plus, check out our new brewery, Poverty Knob Farmhouse Ales!
Erie Events manages a four facility entertainment complex that includes the Warner Theatre, Erie Insurance Arena, Bayfront Convention Center and UPMC Park. These four venues host a variety of events that include world-class entertainment, family friendly shows and sporting events.
Showcasing the incredible year round beauty of the City of Erie and its surrounding areas, commonly referred to as its area code "the 814". Explore some of Erie County's most breathtaking landscape photography.
We proudly opened our doors in Erie in 1965. A lot has changed between now and then, but our mission remains the same – offer fresh food, from our favorite local brands, at a convenient location. In one stop, you can fill up your gas tank and grab breakfast, lunch, groceries and a bottle of wine or a 6-pack to go. We look forward to serving you and your family during your trip to Erie!
NOW OPEN! ASCEND fosters a community-centered climbing, fitness, and yoga experience by serving individuals and groups of all ages, backgrounds and abilities. Located in Downtown Erie, ASCEND welcomes Erie visitors to stop in and give climbing a try!
The Mazza family welcomes you to explore 3 unique locations in Lake Erie Wine Country. Sip and savor award-winning wines at Mazza Vineyards and the historic South Shore Wine Company, both located in North East, PA, and be sure to visit their combination winery, distillery and brewery, Mazza Chautauqua Cellars/Five & 20 Spirits and Brewing, in nearby Westfield, NY.
The Cove Bay-Side Restaurant & Tavern is sure to give you an unforgettable and care-free dining experience. Enjoy a nautical atmosphere with a beautiful view of Presque Isle Bay.
Erie’s own local craft beer pubs are a must-visit! With 4 great locations, just pick one that’s convenient for you! A casual, family friendly dining experience with something for everyone! To view our menu, check out what’s on tap, or get to directions to our pubs, learn more now!�?
UPMC Hamot is a 458-bed hospital in Erie, Pennsylvania, offering a full complement of inpatient and outpatient services. The hospital serves as a regional referral hub and is the only accredited trauma center in the region.
AHN Saint Vincent has been here from the beginning, providing award-winning inpatient and outpatient medical care. Need express care? We’ve conveniently placed AHN facilities on the west and east side of Erie, just walk-in! AHN Saint Vincent is not only recognized locally (Erie’s Choice- Best Hospital) but nation-wide, so you can expect high-quality care, greater safety, and better results.
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