Mayor Daria S. Devlin

06/02/2026

Last week, I had the opportunity to stop in at the Bowie Apartments, where local artists are hard at work creating a 72-foot-high mural made up of 60 panels that will be installed on the building’s exterior.

Public art is essential to our community, bringing life and meaning to spaces that might otherwise feel blank or underutilized. Erie’s creative community is truly incredible, and this project is a powerful example of that talent in action. Thank you to all the artists helping bring this vision to life!

I encourage anyone interested to stop down and take part. Community Painting Days are happening now through June 7:
👉 Fridays 5:00 - 8:00 PM
👉 Saturdays 12:00 - 3:00 PM and 5:00 - 8:00 PM

Erie Arts and Culture

05/27/2026

Eid Mubarak from the City of Erie!

Wishing peace, joy, and blessings to all those celebrating Eid al-Adha. May this special holiday bring happiness and togetherness to you and your loved ones.

05/26/2026

Erie is great year-round, but we can all agree that our summers are certainly a special time. 😎And now that Memorial Day weekend has come and gone, the unofficial start of summer is officially here, which means festival and event season is in full swing!

Check out what’s happening around Erie this summer thanks to the Erie Reader.

2026 Summer Events Preview
Celebrate summer in Erie with live music, food, and athletic, educational, and cultural experiences ☀️

Expand your horizons, both mentally and physically this summer by attending (clockwise from top left): The Great American Book Sale, the Pride Parade, America 250 City of Erie Fourth of July Celebrations, and the Gem City Renaissance Festival. (Photos: Erin Phillips, R Frank Media, Ryan Hoover, and Taylor Lody) Follow the link in the comments below ⬇️

05/25/2026

Today, we honor and remember the brave service members who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Their courage will never be forgotten, and we are deeply grateful for their service.

Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day.

05/20/2026

May is a busy month, and as we celebrate so many important moments across our community, we also recognize Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month.

The City of Erie is proud to celebrate the vibrant cultures, traditions, and contributions of the AAPI community. We’re grateful for the many ways AAPI residents help shape our neighborhoods, share their stories, and strengthen our city year-round.

05/19/2026

The Erie Metropolitan Transit Authority “Ride to the Polls” trolley is running all day to help make voting easier for residents!

Don’t forget, polls are open until 8:00 PM today. If you are in line at 8:00 PM, you can still vote.

Click here to find your polling place 🔗 https://www.eriecountycouncilpa.gov/elections-voting/voting-district-maps

05/19/2026

🗳️ Polls are officially open now through 8:00 PM! Get out, make your voice heard, and help shape our community’s future.

Not sure where to vote? Click here to find your polling place 🔗 https://www.eriecountycouncilpa.gov/elections-voting/voting-district-map

05/18/2026

I was really excited to attend and speak at the PAFPC Conference today, especially since it’s being held in Erie for the first time!

Our schools reflect our communities, so I’m grateful for all the important work you do every day to help create brighter futures for every student.

05/18/2026

Congratulations to the graduates of the Erie Center for Arts & Technology!🎓

is brighter because of your talent and resilience.

05/15/2026

It was an honor to join Taylor's HOPE for the 4th Annual “An Afternoon of HOPE” in Perry Square. What started with just six organizations has grown into a strong community effort, bringing together more than 25 local organizations focused on education, awareness, and support surrounding substance use disorder, mental health, and the dangers of illegal drugs.

Addressing these challenges takes all of us working together with compassion, understanding, and hope. Thank you to everyone who attended and continues making a difference in our community.