Things to Do in Erie
Fast-growing Front Range town where Boulder County charm meets wide-open space
Dining & Nightlife
- Breweries & Taprooms
- 3+ (Upslope, Asher, growing scene)
- Farmers Market
- Thursday Farmers Market (summer)
Notable Restaurants
- 24 Carrot Bistro (farm-to-table)
- Upslope Brewing Company (craft beer, Citra Pale Ale)
- Asher Brewing Company (CO's first all-organic brewery)
- Old Town Erie Briggs Street restaurants
Arts & Entertainment
- Community Center
- Erie Community Center (63,000 sq ft — pool, climbing wall, indoor track, fitness)
Annual Events
- Erie Town Fair & Parade
- Biscuit Day
- Erie Brewfest
- Concerts & Movies in the Park (summer)
- Thursday Farmers Market
Parks & Outdoors
- Coal Creek Trail — multi-use spine trail through the heart of town
- Thomas Reservoir Open Space — scenic loop with panoramic Front Range views
- Erie Community Park — main regional park
- The Great Bark Dog Park — off-leash facility
- Erie Singletrack Trails — mountain bike trails for intermediate riders
- Eldorado Canyon State Park — 15 min) — world-class climbing and hikin
Pet-Friendly Living
- Off-Leash Dog Parks
- The Great Bark Dog Park
- Pet-Friendly Trails
- 40+ miles of trails, many dog-friendly
- Vet Clinics
- Veterinary clinics in Erie and nearby Lafayette
FAQ — Erie
What outdoor recreation is available in Erie?
Erie offers Coal Creek Trail as its spine trail through the heart of town, Thomas Reservoir Open Space with panoramic Front Range views, Erie Community Park, The Great Bark Dog Park, and Erie Singletrack Trails for intermediate mountain biking. Eldorado Canyon State Park is 15 minutes away for world-class climbing and hiking. The town has 40+ miles of trails total.
What dining options are available in Erie?
Erie’s dining scene is growing, centered on Old Town. Notable spots include: • 24 Carrot Bistro — farm-to-table, locally sourced • Upslope Brewing Company — craft beer with Citra Pale Ale tasting room • Asher Brewing Company — Colorado’s first all-organic brewery • Old Town Erie Briggs Street restaurants The town has 3+ breweries and a Thursday Farmers Market in summer.