The Town of Erie is located in Boulder and Weld counties about 25 minutes from Denver and 20 minutes from Boulder. It has a population of about 27,000 people and an elevation of 5,130 feet above sea level Erie was named by Richard Van Valkenburg, an early settler who previously lived in Erie, Pennsylvania.
What’s Going on in Erie? Erie typically hosts the Erie Town Fair and Balloon Festival every year. On Thursday evenings during the summer Erie hosts a Farmer’s Market.
Hungry? There are many restaurants from which to choose in Erie. These restaurants include:
- 24 Carrot Bistro (American)
- Masters Restaurant
- Azteca Mexican Restaurant (Mexican)
- Si Senor Real Mexican Food (Mexican)
- Echo Brewing (Pizza and Beer)
- Miners Tavern (Burgers and Beer)
What Schools do Kids Attend?
Erie is served by the Boulder Valley and the St Vrain School Districts. Vista Ridge Academy is a private school serving children NS to 8.
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