Erie showcases scenic trails, championship golf courses, recreational activities, and more than 300 days of sunshine each year. Premier educational facilities include several new schools, and the Erie Community Center is an award-winning 63,000-square-foot facility.
Residents enjoy numerous community events throughout the year, including the Erie Town Fair and Hot Air Balloon Festival each May.
In June, hundreds bring their furry friends to join in the fun at Bark in the Park and the World’s Shortest Pet Parade. There are many summer concerts, plus a fun Halloween event for the entire family.
Erie has a colorful history dating to the northern coal fields of the 1800’s.
Today, there is an active group of artists in Erie, the spacious High Plains Library, and a robust population that truly appreciates the great outdoors and all that Erie has to offer.