Corry is the place to be this weekend, with events lined up that celebrate community history, the arts, and school spirit. From live music downtown to locomotive restoration and alumni reunions, there’s something for everyone.
🎨 First Fridays Art Walk – Friday, June 6 | 5–9 p.m.
Corry’s downtown will come alive Friday evening for the Downtown Corry Area Business Association’s First Fridays Art Walk, a celebration of local creativity, live entertainment, and community spirit. Here’s what to expect:
Live music
- Mitch Littler – KC’s Dawghouse Pavilion
- Kallie Williams – by Dahlia
- BB2 – by Hiram’s
- Brooke Surgener – by Myer’s Construction
- Light Strings & Air (flute/guitar duo) – by Little Annie’s
Artists and demonstrations
- Jack and Marian Paluh – by Salt Spa
- Ellen Paquette – by Old Augie’s
- Ru Morelli – by Corry Connections
- Crystal Ellsworth – by Whistle Stop
- Sherry Kunick – by KC’s Express
- Plus, demonstrations from Corry Area Artists’ Guild members
Food vendors
- Sweet Sarah’s Popcorn – in front of Salt Spa
- The Cove – by Epiphany’s
- Ploss’ Lunch Box – by Salt Spa
- Red Neck Grill – by Rossbachers or nearby electric access
Special attractions
- Metal Sculpture Art Competition – by The White Butterfly
- Hot Air Balloon Inflation – “Balloons over Corry” at green space near the tracks
- Channel 98.9 FM radio will have prize giveaways – by Village Thrift
- Illusionist John Zimmerman – traveling magician performing throughout the district
- Free horse-drawn carriage rides, costumed characters, and photo opportunities
- Food competition and DJ – KC’s Xpress near the Dawg House
Local shops will offer special deals and showcase in-store artists.
🔧 Corry RAILS Work Session
Corry Rail And Industrial Legacy Society (RAILS) will hold its fourth volunteer work session of the year on Saturday and Sunday, June 7 and 8, at its restoration shop at 132 Mead Ave. in Corry.
Volunteers will continue restoration work on a rare Climax Class A locomotive originally built in Corry in 1902 and later shipped to Alaska for the Nome Gold Rush. It’s the only complete Class A Climax locomotive known to survive today.
Work begins at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday and runs all day, with lunch provided. Sunday is a half-day session. Visitors and alumni are welcome to stop by to learn more and take part in preserving Corry’s industrial heritage.
🎓 Alumni Weekend
Corry Area High School alumni are returning for a weekend full of reconnection and celebration:
- Friday at 4 p.m. – An informal mixer at Your Daily Serving, 425 North Center Street, featuring charcuterie, drinks, and a chance to catch up with old friends before First Friday.
- Saturday at 6 p.m. – The official 2025 Alumni Dinner will take place at Corry Area High School.
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