Discover Presque Isle, organized under a new event format, will highlight the park’s countless offerings beginning Monday, July 24, and continue daily through Sunday, July 30. The multi-day celebration aims to draw attention to the Park’s numerous recreational opportunities and diverse natural ecosystems and to educate visitors on the importance of protecting our natural environment.
The event occupies numerous areas of the park and offers dozens of family-friendly recreational and educational opportunities such as guided hikes, archery, pancake breakfasts, live music, sand sculpture competition, giant bonfire, and Presque Isle Lighthouse tours.
While nearly all programs are free, donations are encouraged and appreciated.
Click to view the full schedule of events and programs during Discover Presque Isle.
SAVE THE DATES FOR THESE DPI FAVORITES:
Enviro & Rec. Programs & Activities July 25-30 @ Park-wide
UPMC Sunset Music Series (Week 6) July 26 @ Beach 11
Art in the Park & Food Truck Festival July 28, 29 & 30 @ Beach 11
Kite Beach Illumination July 28 @ Sunset Point (weather dependent)
Sand Sculpture Competition July 29 @ Beach 11
Live Music & Giant Bonfire July 29 @ Beach 8
6’s Volleyball Tournament July 29 @ Beach 6
Presque Isle Rotary Club Pancake Breakfast July 29 & 30 @ Rotary Pavilion
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