Erie Sports Commission

09/10/2026

🏁 Race of Champions returns to Lake Erie Speedway Sept. 11-12.

Racing begins at 7 p.m. Friday and 6 p.m. Saturday. Experience "The Greatest Asphalt Racing Party in the Region!"

🎟️ Get your tickets today: https://www.lakeeriespeedway.com/products/race-of-champions-weekend?variant=67418643562541

09/04/2026

🏐The first week of the Mercyhurst Volleyball Invitational kicks off today!

Teams will hit the court Friday and Saturday, with more action coming next weekend. Get ready for an exciting few weeks of volleyball!

Mercyhurst University Athletics

09/03/2026

We are excited to welcome our fall intern, Kason Tai, to the Erie Sports Commission!

Kason is a junior at Mercyhurst University, dual majoring in Sports Business Management and Marketing. With a strong interest in sports, marketing, and tourism, Kason is excited to gain hands-on experience with the Erie community and grow Erie as a leading sports destination. Please join us in welcoming Kason to the team!

09/03/2026

Hotel rooms for the Gem City Shootout are still available! Reservations close Sept. 25, but rooms are limited and may sell out before the deadline. Reserve your room today while availability lasts.

Rooms are available at the Courtyard by Marriott Erie Bayfront and Sheraton Erie Bayfront Hotel for $169 per night, plus taxes and fees.

Don't wait to secure your stay! Book your hotel room here:

Check our events calendar for a list of upcoming sporting events in Erie County, Pennsylvania, including hockey, snowmobiling, fishing, soccer, fun runs, volleyball, lacrosse and more.

09/01/2026

It's time for another Trivia Tuesday! Which venue is this?

Comment below! Answer to be posted later on our story.

08/25/2026

🚨Don’t miss out on the opportunity to volunteer at the Firefighter Challenge United States National Championship! Work with athletes and see behind the scenes of a championship event!

*Volunteer positions can be physically demanding*

The Firefighter Challenge United States National Championship will be hosted in Perry Square Sept. 20-27! See YOU there!

Click below to sign up and learn more! Volunteers receive a free T-shirt!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B45A8AF23A6F5CE9-54509883-tftnortheast #/

08/21/2026

📣The Erie Sports Commission is hiring!

We're looking for a passionate Sports Development Coordinator to join our team and help grow sports tourism in Erie County.

The Sports Development Coordinator is responsible for playing a key role in the attraction, retention, planning, and ex*****on of sporting events that generate overnight visitation and economic impact for Erie County. This position manages event lifecycles from prospecting and bid development through event operations, post-event evaluation, and stakeholder follow-up.

To view the job description and to apply, visit: https://www.eriesportscommission.com/about-us/join-our-team/

08/10/2026

Nearly 300 dogs took over Harborcreek Community Park this weekend to put their speed to the test! 🐾

The annual AKC Fast CAT competition, hosted by the Erie Kennel Club, brought dogs and their owners together for a weekend of fast runs, friendly competition and plenty of fun. 🐕🏆

08/10/2026

Are you looking to volunteer? Well, the Firefighter Challenge United States National Championship is offering a great opportunity!

There are five opportunities to choose from (these positions are physically demanding):
• TOWER STATION
• KEISER FORCE MACHINE STATION
• HOSE ADVANCE STATION
• RESCUE MANIKIN STATION
• FINISH LINE

📍Join us Sept. 20-27 in Perry Square!

Click below to learn more about volunteering for the U.S National Firefighter Challenge! Volunteers receive a free T-shirt!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B45A8AF23A6F5CE9-54509883-tftnortheast #/

08/06/2026

Kelsey Jackson from The Motordrome appeared on Erie News Now First at Four yesterday afternoon! Click below to watch the segment.

https://www.erienewsnow.com/featured/first-at-4/first-at-4-trans-american-antique-motorcycle-endurance-race/video_90fa164a-e560-5931-b1f1-93ce0a072580.html

Click here to view this video from erienewsnow.com.