From the initial planning to crowning a champion, the Erie Sports Commission is a sports tourism agency, offering event directors a one-stop shop when hosting sporting events in Erie County, Pennsylvania. Our team offers comprehensive support for attracting and hosting sporting events, including marketing and promotion, grants, hospitality and more. Whether you have an idea for a new event, or you’d like to host your existing event in Erie, give us a call: we’re here to exceed expectations to make your planning process simple.
So why should you bring your event to Erie, Pa? Let us show you why your next great event should happen on our Great Lake.
Tuesday Sep 22nd, 2026
The Firefighter Challenge United States National Championship, hosted by Snap-tite Hose and the City of Erie, will take place Wednesday through Saturday at Perry Square and is free for spectators.
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Wednesday Sep 16th, 2026
The Erie Cancer Wellness Center Duathlon will be held this Sunday, at Pleasant Ridge Park in Fairview. The run-bike-run event begins at 9 a. m. and is expected to conclude around noon. Registration is sold out for the fourth consecutive year, with 170 participants registered.
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Wednesday Sep 9th, 2026
The Race of Champions will return to Lake Erie Speedway in North East for a two-day racing program on Friday and Saturday. The event will feature eight racing divisions, including the Race of Champions Modified Series.
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Thursday Aug 20th, 2026
VisitErie, Erie County’s official destination marketing organization, announced the appointment of Ben Huggler as executive director of the Erie Sports Commission.
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