Erie County is celebrating National Travel and Tourism Week with a series of free open houses at local attractions. From May 3 through May 9, VisitErie will host daily events offering free admission and special experiences across the region.
Participating locations include the Erie Zoo, Mazza Vineyards, and the Tom Ridge Environmental Center, among others.
Tourism plays a major role in Erie’s economy, generating $1.2 billion annually and supporting thousands of local jobs. Director of Communications for VisitErie Christine Temple says the week’s events spotlight the people and businesses that make Erie a special place to visit.
Space is limited, and advance registration is required.
For full details and to register, visit VisitErie.com/NTTW.
Day/Date
Times
Attraction
Sunday, May 3
2 – 5 p.m.
Erie Zoo
Monday, May 4
2, 4, and 6 p.m. tours
Mazza Vineyards
Tuesday, May 5
9:30 a.m. – Noon
Flagship City District
Wednesday, May 6
5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Poverty Knob Farmhouse Ales at Port Farms
Thursday, May 7
10 a.m. and Noon tours
Hagen History Center
Friday, May 8
3 – 6 p.m.
Oliver’s Beer Garden
Saturday, May 9
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Tom Ridge Environmental Center and Erie Visitor Center
The Erie Zoo open house animal encounters have already sold out. Free admission and other extras at the Zoo will still be offered.