McCoy's Barrelhouse

07/03/2026

For everyone coming downtown tonight!

⬇️ KNOW BEFORE YOU GO‼️

Tonight's the night, Erie! Join us for 'A 250 Celebration: Light & Liberty on the Lake' featuring a ticketed concert with the Marshall Tucker Band hosted by Erie Events and a big fireworks display sponsored by Rebich Investments.

With Bayfront Parkway construction and additional road closures in place, here's everything you need to know before heading downtown.

🎶 CONCERT INFORMATION
The Marshall Tucker Band concert is a ticketed event at Rebich Investments Amphitheater. To buy tickets and learn more, including Erie Event's bag policy, visit: https://www.axs.com/events/1396922/the-marshall-tucker-band-tickets.

🚌 EMTA PARK & RIDE SHUTTLE SERVICE
Thanks to the Erie Metropolitan Transit Authority, free park & ride shuttle service will run continuous loops from 5:00 to 11:00 PM:
Lincoln Park-N-Ride → Rebich Investments Amphitheater
Perry Square → Dobbins Landing with additional stops along the way

🅿️ FREE PARKING
Thanks to the Erie Parking Authority and Erie Downtown Development Corporation, free parking is available at the following garages:
Garage B (8th & French)
Garage Q (7th & Peach)
EDDC Lot (5th & Peach)

🗺️ PLAN AHEAD
Please expect an increase in traffic before and after the event. We are encouraging all attendees to take advantage of EMTA's free shuttle service. Download our traffic map at: https://www.erie.pa.us/community/a_250_celebration__light___liberty_on_the_lake.php

We can't wait to celebrate with you! ✨Follow for updates throughout the evening.

07/03/2026

Some photos from our Independence 250 Party. A big THANKS to all our sponsors, partners, and attendees!

07/03/2026

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I know a lot of you miss Block Parties so, here's your chance to relive some of those glory days. Come support our friends over at EMTA on Thursday, June 11th as they put on 14th Fest! The Geek Army with special guests Twisted Lid will be performing. Kindly share this with all your friends!

EMTA is proud to announce our Fifth Annual 14th Fest!
14th Fest is happening Thursday, June 11th on 14th Street between French & Holland Streets, from 5-10PM!

This free event will have live music from The Geek Army & Twisted Lid!
There will also be food trucks, local breweries, children's activities and more!

14th Fest is free to attend!

This year, we will also be taking a moment to acknowledge our employees who have reached 20 years at EMTA, as well as recognizing our 60th year of serving Erie as the EMTA!

Thank you to the Erie Downtown Partnership for helping us make this event possible! Stay tuned for more details soon!