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This holiday season, ditch the toys and ties, and give the gift of memories, of connection, of experiences! VisitErie’s Cheery Erie Gift Packs are special gift packages at Erie-based businesses, curated specifically for gifting, so that you can keep the holidays both easy and memorable.
Please contact the business directly to purchase any of the below gift packs, and be sure to mention VisitErie’s Cheery Erie Gift Packs when booking where indicated. Prices and expiration dates vary. Promotional pricing on all gift packs is valid through December 31, 2022.
VisitErie Holiday Package
At this package price, receive eight (8) admission passes to the experience Children’s Museum, valid January 1 through March 31, 2023. Admission passes can be shared with friends, colleagues and neighbors! Purchase here.
Price: $50 (22% discount!)
Behind the Scenes at Donatos
Let the kids be the chef for a day! Take a tour of the store and make your own individual pizza with unlimited toppings, a cookie and a 20 oz. drink. Purchase here
Price: $7.50 per person
Erie Sports Center Holiday Fun Package
Plan for fun next summer at the Erie Sports Center Fun Park, a fully renovated space now open for the whole family! Each package includes one round of mini golf, one batting cage token, two go-kart rides, a hot dog and fountain drink at the Erie Sports Center. Call 814-746-0015 to purchase.
Price: $32 (27% discount!)
Family Fun Pack
More than 100 video arcade games are on site set to free play! The package includes four admission passes including four laser tag, four laser maze, and 40 tokens. Purchase here.
Price: $79.50 (14% discount!)
Package Gift Certificate
Start thinking spring with a gift certificate for Sunview Miniature Golf in Edinboro, PA! The gift certificate can be used at the 18-hole mini golf course, driving range, bumper boats and more. Call (814) 734-5098 to purchase.
Price: $25
20% off Port Farms Gift Cards
Give the gift of farm fun! Save 20% off Port Farms gift cards valued at $25+ through December 31 using code FARMFUN22. This is a great way to save for your own family fun or a great gift to give this holiday season. Promo code expires 12/31/22. Purchase here.
Price: Varies
Erie Zoo Holiday Package
Purchase a 2023 Erie Zoo Membership and receive FREE extras through the VisitErie promotion! Free extras include one coupon for 20% your gift shop purchase, five free skate rentals at the Flo Fabrizio Ice Center and five tickets to ride the Safariland Train. Call the Erie Zoo office at (814) 864-4091 weekdays before 4 p.m. and mention the VisitErie promotion to purchase.
Price: $85/$99 ($45 in freebies!)
Family Theatre Package
Get a family four pack of tickets redeemable at any regularly scheduled production at Erie Playhouse, as well as four concession vouchers, valid for one year from purchase. Purchase here or by calling the box office at (814) 454-2852.
Price: $75 (15% discount!)
Come Crash With Us!
Package price includes two adult and two children general admission tickets to one of the Lake Erie Speedway Crash-a-Rama Events in 2023: May 27, or August 5. Email info@lakeeriespeedway.com to purchase.
Price: $70.
2023 Family Membership + Day Sail on the Lettie G Howard
Purchase a 2023 Family Membership to the Flagship Niagara League through this promotion (which includes free admission to the Erie Maritime Museum, admission to member exclusive events and more!) and receive four Day Sail Tickets aboard the Lettie G Howard, available to use anytime during the 2023 sailing season. Purchase here.
Price: $99 (Package valued at $160!)
Private Mansion Tour and Lunch
Enjoy lunch and a private tour at the Watson-Curtze Mansion! This 3-hour guided tour includes a catered lunch in the Watson-Curtze Mansion’s dining room for four people and a behind-the-scenes look at the archives building, in addition to the tour. This experience is available Tuesday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Schedule the tour by calling 814-454-1813, ext. 27. Valid January 3 through June 30, 2023.
Price: $140
Splash Lagoon Future Fun Voucher (SOLD OUT)
Enjoy all the fun that Splash Lagoon has to offer! The Future Fun Voucher Package includes an overnight stay at a connected hotel, along with up to four water park passes to use during your visit. Passes are valid from the day of your arrival until the park closes on your departure day. Offer expires 12/31/23. Package will be available for purchase until it sells out. Purchase here.
Price: SOLD OUT
Buy One Get One 24-Hour Rental
Explore Erie on a eBike and experience the beautiful city and Bayfront a new way! eBike Drop offers a professional bike rental service that delivers the bike to you. Purchase here and use code VISITERIE23 to receive the promo price.
Price: $100
Escape Game Erie Experience for Four
Experience any of the six themed rooms at Escape Game Erie! For this package, receive a $100 gift card (good for 4 tickets) and four Escape Game Erie t-shirts. Call (814) 580-9905 to purchase.
Price: $100
15% Off Gift Certificates
Get 15% off gift certificates used for art, workshops, or events in 2023. In true Glass Growers style, the gift certificate value can be used by the recipient to create unique and beautiful experiences, such as learning a new skill at a workshop or selecting a meaningful piece or artwork or handcrafted good. Purchase here and enter EXPERIENCEGGG at checkout.
Price: Varies
Pottery Class
In this two-hour session, each participant will experience the potter’s wheel and make two pottery pieces. An instructor will guide each person on the wheel and finish the pottery in the glaze of their choice. Class is open to groups of 2-8. Call (814) 836-0345 to purchase.
Cost: $65/person (save 8%!)
Buy Two Adult Signs, Get Two Kids Signs FREE!
Register for any of Board and Brush's Parent/Child Family Friendly workshops, buy two adult signs and get two kids' signs free! To redeem, find a parent/child workshop online, register for two adults and two kids signs, and use code VISITERIE2023 to get $50 off your total. Book Here.
Cost: Varies
SCUBA Diving Training
Give the gift of a new adventure in 2023! This training is led by experienced NAUI/SDI instructors, and includes e-learning, log book, use of pool and locker rooms, 2 days of open water instruction, the use of dive computer, regulator, gauges, BCD, weights and tank. Course can be used through October 2023. Call Divers World at (814) 459-3195 to purchase.
Price: $389
Complimentary Igloo Rental with Overnight Stay
Book an overnight stay at the Sheraton Erie Bayfront Hotel between January 1 and March 31, 2023, and receive a complimentary rental in one of the popular heated igloos along Presque Isle Bay ($75 in savings)! May be booked for breakfast, lunch, or dinner depending on availability. Book here.
Price: Varies
Holiday BOGO Event
Book a minimum of one night in a queen or full room, get one night free. Excludes king room accommodation. Will be offered on reservations between January 1, 2023 until March 31, 2023 as availability remains. To book, call (814) 881-3997 and mention the Holiday BOGO Promotion.
Price: $120/night
$25 Gift Card with Stay
Book a night at the newly-renovated Red Roof Inn Plus+ in downtown Erie between January 1 and March 31, 2023 (excluding the week of January 12-16, 2023) and the guest will receive a $25 Visa Gift Card. Rate offered is $110 +tax for standard rooms, and $150 for suite rooms. Reservations must be made prior to arrival. Please call the hotel at (814)-920-5999 and request the "VisitErie Promotion." Guests will receive one $25 gift card upon check-in. No other discounts or refunds are applicable.
Price: Varies
Relax, Sip and Stay Package
Stay two nights in a comfortable king suite at Spencer House Bed & Breakfast, an historic Victorian mansion built in 1876, and enjoy a hot home-cooked breakfast each morning. The package includes an on-site food and wine pairing with an expert wine sommelier, a 60 minute couples massage at Monacella Massage and Kinesiology, including up to $20 worth of add-ons per person to personalize their session. Valid Jan 1 - March 31, 2023 based on availability. To book, call Spencer House Bed and Breakfast: (814) 464-0419.
Price: $625
25% Off Winery, Brewery and Distillery Tour
Tour Erie's wineries, breweries and distilleries in style with Rupp Limousine! Cost includes five hours in a six-person limousine with a tour of wineries, breweries, and/or distilleries. Tour can be planned by the customer or by Rupp Limousine, and includes at least four stops, and snacks within the car. Package price is being offered at a 25% discount, and must be booked by June 30, 2023. To book, call Kim at (814) 452-2025.
Price: $549
Gift Certificate Giveaway
Experience unique vineyard walks and tastings, beautiful landscapes, and award-winning wines at Johnson Estate Winery! Gift certificates can be used for vineyard walks, winemaker's dinners, outdoor charcuterie pairings and more. Purchase a gift certificate before December 20, and be entered into a drawing to win a matching gift certificate. Purchase here.
Price: Varies
Massage and Sailboat Ride
Enjoy a relaxing couples massage at Monacella Massage & Kinesiology followed by a two hour afternoon sailboat ride on Lake Erie as guests aboard Your Sailing Adventure. Click here to purchase, click ‘Book Now’ and choose ‘Massage and Sailboat Ride’.
Price: $399 (13% discount!)
Buy Three Get One Free!
Buy three one-hour massages and get one free! Each package includes a certificate for four massages of the same service: Relaxation Package ($225), Deep Tissue Package ($328), or Advanced Integrative Package ($372). Check out all the services offered here! Email hhart@compassionatehart.com to purchase.
Cost: Varies
Private Shop n' Sip Experience
This package includes a private one hour morning shopping party, a gift certificate for $100 and a coffee drink for each person in the party (up to 6 people). Must be scheduled by May 31, 2023. Dates include 9 a.m. Monday – Saturday. To purchase, call Pressed at (814) 314-2827 and mention the VisitErie promo.
Price: $125
Private Tasting Party
At a Buona Cucina Private Tasting Party, groups of up to 35 will unlock their taste buds with sample tastings of the store's 60 varieties of oils and balsamic vinegars. Private tasting parties include fresh bread, sampling of any of the oils and vinegars offered on site, and other snacks and treats customized to the party. All parties are BYOB, and must be booked one week in advance. Call (814) 835-6898 to book.
Price: $7.99/person
Coffee Shop Sampler
Find your new favorite Erie coffee shop! The Gone Local Coffee Shop Sampler gift box includes a 10 oz Erie sunrise mug, and $5 to each of the following local Erie coffee shops: Pressed, Brewhah, Ember + Forge, Tipsy Bean, Purrista Cat Café, and Brick House Coffee. Purchase here.
Price: $49.99
Pottery Class
In this two-hour session, each participant will experience the potter’s wheel and make two pottery pieces. An instructor will guide each person on the wheel and finish the pottery in the glaze of their choice. Class is open to groups of 2-8. Call (814) 836-0345 to purchase.
Cost: $65/person (save 8%!)
Buy Two Adult Signs, Get Two Kids Signs FREE!
Register for any of Board and Brush's Parent/Child Family Friendly workshops, buy two adult signs and get two kids' signs free! To redeem, find a parent/child workshop online, register for two adults and two kids signs, and use code VISITERIE2023 to get $50 off your total. Book Here.
Cost: $50
Private Tasting Party
At a Buona Cucina Private Tasting Party, groups of up to 35 will unlock their taste buds with sample tastings of the stores 60 varieties of oils and balsamic vinegars. Private tasting parties include fresh bread, sampling of any of the oils and vinegars offered on site, and several other snacks and treats customized to the party. All parties are BYOB, and must be booked one week in advance. Call (814) 835-6898 to book.
Cost: $7.99/person
Buy Three Get One Free!
Buy three one-hour massages and get one free! Each package includes a certificate for four massages of the same service: Relaxation Package ($225), Deep Tissue Package ($328), or Advanced Integrative Package ($372). Check out all the services offered here! Email hhart@compassionatehart.com to purchase.
Cost: Varies
SCUBA Diving Training
Give the gift of a new adventure in 2023! This training is led by experienced NAUI/SDI instructors, and includes e-learning, log book, use of pool and locker rooms, 2 days of open water instruction, the use of dive computer, regulator, gauges, BCD, weights and tank. Course can be used through October 2023. Call Divers World at (814) 459-3195 to purchase.
Price: $389
Behind the Scenes at Donatos
Let the kids be the chef for a day! Take a tour of the store and make your own individual pizza with unlimited toppings, a cookie and a 20 oz. drink. Purchase here
Price: $7.50 per person
Buy One Get One 24-Hour Rental
Explore Erie on a eBike and experience the beautiful city and Bayfront a new way! eBike Drop offers a professional bike rental service that delivers the bike to you. Purchase here and use code VISITERIE23 to receive the promo price.
Price: $100
Family Theatre Package
Get a family four pack of tickets redeemable at any regularly scheduled production at Erie Playhouse, as well as four concession vouchers, valid for one year from purchase. Purchase here or by calling the box office at (814) 454-2852.
Price: $75 (15% discount!)
Erie Sports Center Holiday Fun Package
Each package includes one round of mini golf, one batting cage token, two go-kart rides, a hot dog and fountain drink at the Erie Sports Center. Call 814-746-0015 to purchase.
Price: $32 (27% discount!)
Erie Zoo Holiday Package
Purchase a 2023 Erie Zoo Membership and receive FREE extras through the VisitErie promotion! Free extras include one coupon for 20% your gift shop purchase, five admission tickets to the Flo Fabrizio Ice Center and five tickets to ride the Safariland Train. Call the Erie Zoo office at (814) 864-4091 and mention the VisitErie promotion to purchase.
Price: $85/$99 ($45 in freebies!)
Escape Game Erie Experience for Four
Experience any of the six themed rooms at Escape Game Erie! For this package, receive a $100 gift card (good for 4 tickets) and four Escape Game Erie t-shirts. Call (814) 580-9905 to purchase.
Price: $100
VisitErie Holiday Package
At this package price, receive eight (8) admission passes to the experience Children’s Museum, valid January 1 through March 31, 2023. Admission passes can be shared with friends, colleagues and neighbors! Purchase here.
Price: $50 (22% discount!)
2023 Family Membership + Day Sail on the Lettie G Howard
Purchase a 2023 Family Membership to the Flagship Niagara League through this promotion (which includes free admission to the Erie Maritime Museum, admission to member exclusive events and more!) and receive four Day Sail Tickets aboard the Lettie G Howard, available to use anytime during the 2023 sailing season. To purchase, call (833)365-7245 or email info@sailfnl.org.
Price: $99 (Package valued at $160!)
15% Off Gift Certificates
Get 15% off gift certificates used for art, workshops, or events in 2023. In true Glass Growers style, the gift certificate value can be used by the recipient to create unique and beautiful experiences, such as learning a new skill at a workshop or selecting a meaningful piece or artwork or handcrafted good. Purchase here and enter EXPERIENCEGGG at checkout.
Price: Varies
Coffee Shop Sampler
Find your new favorite Erie coffee shop! This gift box includes a 10 oz Erie sunrise mug, and $5 to each of the following local Erie coffee shops: Pressed, Brewhah, Ember + Forge, Tipsy Bean, Purrista Cat Café, and Brick House Coffee. Purchase here.
Price: $49.99
Private Mansion Tour and Lunch
Enjoy lunch and a private tour at the Watson-Curtze Mansion! This 3-hour guided tour includes a catered lunch in the Watson-Curtze Mansion’s dining room for four people and a behind-the-scenes look at the archives building, in addition to the tour. This experience is available Tuesday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Schedule the tour by calling 814-454-1813, ext. 27. Valid January 3 through June 30, 2023.
Price: $140
Gift Certificate Giveaway
Experience unique vineyard walks and tastings, beautiful landscapes, and award-winning wines at Johnson Estate Winery! Gift certificates can be used for vineyard walks, winemaker's dinners, outdoor charcuterie pairings and more. Purchase a gift certificate before December 20, and be entered into a drawing to win a matching gift certificate. Purchase here.
Price: Varies
Come Crash With Us!
Package price includes two adult and two children general admission tickets to one of the Lake Erie Speedway Crash-a-Rama Events in 2023: May 27, or August 5. Email info@lakeeriespeedway.com to purchase.
Price: $70
Family Fun Pack
More than 100 video arcade games are on site set to free play! The package includes four admission passes including four laser tag, four laser maze, and 40 tokens. Purchase here.
Price: $79.50 (14% discount!)
20% off Port Farms Gift Cards
Give the gift of farm fun! Save 20% off Port Farms gift cards valued at $25+ through December 31 using code FARMFUN22. This is a great way to save for your own family fun or a great gift to give this holiday season. Promo code expires 12/31/22. Purchase here.
Price: Varies
Private Sip’n Shop Experience
This package includes a private, one hour morning shopping party, a gift certificate for $100 and a coffee drink for each person in the party (up to 6 people). Must be scheduled by May 31, 2023. Dates include 9 a.m. Monday – Saturday. To purchase, call Pressed at (814) 314-2827 and mention the VisitErie promo.
Price: $125
$25 Gift Card with Stay
Book a night at the newly-renovated Red Roof Inn Plus+ in downtown Erie between January 1 and March 31, 2023 (excluding the week of January 12-16, 2023) and the guest will receive a $25 Visa Gift Card. Rate offered is $110 (plus tax) for standard rooms, and $150 for suite rooms.
To book, call the hotel at (814) 920-5999 and mention the VisitErie rate.
Price: Varies
25% Off Winery, Brewery and Distillery Tour
Tour Erie's wineries, breweries and distilleries in style with Rupp Limousine! Cost includes five hours in a six-person limousine with a tour of wineries, breweries, and/or distilleries. Tour can be planned by the customer or by Rupp Limousine, and includes at least four stops, and snacks within the car. Package price is being offered at a 25% discount, and must be booked by June 30, 2023. To book, call Kim at (814) 452-2025.
Price: $549
Complimentary Igloo Rental with Overnight Stay
Book an overnight stay at the Sheraton Erie Bayfront Hotel between January 1 and March 31, 2023, and receive a complimentary rental in one of the popular heated igloos along Presque Isle Bay ($75 in savings)! May be booked for breakfast, lunch, or dinner depending on availability. Book here.
Price: Varies
Relax, Sip and Stay Package
Stay two nights in a comfortable king suite at Spencer House Bed & Breakfast, an historic Victorian mansion built in 1876, and enjoy a hot home-cooked breakfast each morning. The package includes an on-site food and wine pairing with an expert wine sommelier, and a 60 minute couples massage at Monacella Massage and Kinesiology plus up to $20 worth of add-ons per person to personalize their session. Valid Jan 1 - March 31, 2023 based on availability. To book, call Spencer House Bed and Breakfast: (814) 464-0419.
Splash Lagoon Future Fun Voucher (SOLD OUT)
Enjoy all the fun that Splash Lagoon has to offer! The Future Fun Voucher Package includes an overnight stay at a connected hotel, along with up to four water park passes to use during your visit. Passes are valid from the day of your arrival until the park closes on your departure day. Offer expires 12/31/23. Package will be available for purchase until it sells out. Purchase here.
Price: SOLD OUT
Package Gift Certificate
Start thinking spring with a gift certificate for Sunview Miniature Golf in Edinboro, PA! The gift certificate can be used at the 18-hole mini golf course, driving range, bumper boats and more. Call (814) 734-5098 to purchase.
Price: $25
Holiday BOGO Event
Book a minimum of one night in a queen or full room, get one night free. Excludes king room accommodation. Will be offered on reservations between January 1, 2023 until March 31, 2023 as availability remains. To book, call (814) 881-3997 and mention the Holiday BOGO Promotion.
Price: $120/night
Massage and Sailboat Ride Package
Enjoy a relaxing couples massage at Monacella Massage & Kinesiology followed by a two hour afternoon sailboat ride on Lake Erie as guests aboard Your Sailing Adventure. Click here to purchase, click ‘Book Now’ and choose ‘Massage and Sailboat Ride’.
Price: $399 (13% discount!)
The Cove Bay-Side Restaurant & Tavern is sure to give you an unforgettable and care-free dining experience. Enjoy a nautical atmosphere with a beautiful view of Presque Isle Bay.
Erie’s own local craft beer pubs are a must-visit! With 4 great locations, just pick one that’s convenient for you! A casual, family friendly dining experience with something for everyone! To view our menu, check out what’s on tap, or get to directions to our pubs, learn more now!”
The Bayfront Grille Restaurant at the Sheraton Erie Bayfront Hotel is excited to announce that our Bayside Patio is open for Lunch and Dinner. Please check Open Table for reservations or contact the restaurant directly at 814-454-2005.
UPMC Hamot is a 458-bed hospital in Erie, Pennsylvania, offering a full complement of inpatient and outpatient services. The hospital serves as a regional referral hub and is the only accredited trauma center in the region.
Erie Events manages a four facility entertainment complex that includes the Warner Theatre, Erie Insurance Arena, Bayfront Convention Center and UPMC Park. These four venues host a variety of events that include world-class entertainment, family friendly shows and sporting events.
Cart/Horse Distilling is a first-generation woman-owned distillery, pioneering the craft in Edinboro, Pennsylvania. Handcrafted care never goes out of style. We put that artistic attention into every bottle of our small batch spirits. Cart/Horse proudly produces rum, whiskey, vodka, gin, and several award-winning specialty liquors. Our robust cocktail menu uses the finest and freshest ingredients for each custom-built drink.
AHN Saint Vincent has been here from the beginning, providing award-winning inpatient and outpatient medical care. Need express care? We’ve conveniently placed AHN facilities on the west and east side of Erie, just walk-in! AHN Saint Vincent is not only recognized locally (Erie’s Choice- Best Hospital) but nation-wide, so you can expect high-quality care, greater safety, and better results.
This 18-hole course is the newest addition to Oliver’s Beer Garden, offering stunning views of Erie’s Bayfront and the Bicentennial Tower. Play your round and then enjoy delicious food & drink from the snack bar or Oliver’s Food Truck!
The Millcreek Mall features more than 160 stores, restaurants, and fun for the whole family on Upper Peach Street, Erie’s most popular shopping district! Shopping in Erie means no sales tax on clothing or shoes. Choose from a variety of hotels located on the Mall property and just minutes away at the intersection of Peach Street and Interstate 90.
Direct daily flights to Charlotte. Erie International Airport is serviced by American Airlines with daily flights to Charlotte with connections to many other destinations.
Located on the southeast shore of Lake Erie, the Port of Erie has been promoting industrial, commercial, and recreational opportunities on the waters of Lake Erie since 1959.
Join us for Summer Days at Port Farms from August 5th through September 10th! Enjoy 5-acres of u-pick flowers, themed festivals every weekend, special events, dances, live music, farm treats, specialty drinks, 20+ farm attractions and more! There is something for everyone.
Showcasing the incredible year round beauty of the City of Erie and its surrounding areas, commonly referred to as its area code "the 814". Explore some of Erie County's most breathtaking landscape photography.
The Mazza family welcomes you to explore 3 unique locations in Lake Erie Wine Country. Sip and savor award-winning wines at Mazza Vineyards and the historic South Shore Wine Company, both located in North East, PA, and be sure to visit their combination winery, distillery and brewery, Mazza Chautauqua Cellars/Five & 20 Spirits and Brewing, in nearby Westfield, NY.
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