Erie, PA

The Cove / Buoy Bar

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The Cove / Buoy Bar in Erie is a bayfront restaurant and tavern whose patio includes a large tiki-hut stage area with seasonal live music. Rock, pop, cover bands, acoustic acts, and other waterfront-friendly styles fit naturally within the setting. For musicians, the outdoor stage supports full-band shows while the patio atmosphere keeps the experience casual and social. The Cove is best suited to local and regional acts that can engage a summer crowd and deliver approachable, energetic sets. It offers musicians an Erie waterfront stage where live music, dining, and late-night patio activity all come together.

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814-454-7160

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Age policy
21+
Genres
Acoustic, Pop, Rock
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2 State St, Erie, PA 16507, United States
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814-454-7160
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