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Events for August 1
Glimmerglass Festival
Location: 7300 State Highway 80, Cooperstown, NY, 13326
Phone: 1-607-547-2255The Glimmerglass Festival is a one-of-a-kind internationally-acclaimed opera festival featuring a full schedule of live performances, events and discussions, the festival is truly a one-of-a-kind summer destination. Also available are brunches and dinners with the artists of this year's event.
Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMHost/Presenter: Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Location: Allan H. Treman State Marina, 805 Taughannock Blvd, Ithaca, NY, 14850
Phone: 1-607-327-5253Join Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours for a one-of-a-kind Finger Lakes opportunity for a combined 4-hour lake & land experience from our home dock at the Allan H. Treman State Marina to the famous Taughannock Falls State Park and back, with the options below to choose from. Knowledgeable narrators will also be on board to discuss the human and natural history of the lake and provide some hands-on activities, great for kids and adults alike!
- a 2 mile guided hike to Taughannock Falls with a NYS Park environmental educator.
- rent a paddleboard, single or tandem kayak from our friends at Paddle-n-More at discounted prices
- simply kick back and enjoy the park itself (there is a playground and swim area)
- order lunch while on the boat in the morning and enjoy it on the cruise back!
Choose your activity options when you make your reservation! You may bring your own snacks and/or lunch or order lunch while you're on the boat for $10. Seltzer water will be available.
Lake George Art and Craft Festival
Host/Presenter: Craftproducers
Location: 17 W Brook Rd , Charles R. Wood Park, Lake George, NY, 12845
Craft Producers will kick off the Lake George Art and Craft Festival. Enjoy a great mix of art, craft, food, and music.
It will be held in the beautiful Charles R. Wood Park, between the village and the Million Dollar Beach.
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Every Tuesday-Sunday from July 29-October 15
Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Mudvayne: The Psychotherapy Sessions
Time: 5:30 PMHost/Presenter: St. Joseph’s Health Amphitheater at Lakeview
Location: 490 Restoration Way, Syracuse, NY, 13209
Phone: 1-315-435-5100American heavy metal band Mudvayne is known for their sonic experimentation, face and body paint, masks and uniforms. The band has sold over six million records worldwide, including nearly three million in the United States
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Karen Barnes Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster Artist Showcase
Location: 3273 NY-28, Old Forge, NY, 13420
Phone: 315-369-6411Email: kmayo@viewarts.org
Exhibit hours: Monday - Saturday 10am - 4pm; Sunday 12pm - 4pm
View, in Old Forge, NY, announces the exhibit of paintings by Karen Barnes, 2023 poster artist for ANEAW. The work is on display through July 29th till September 24th. Karen Barnes is this years Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster artist. Barnes from Rome, New York, has been painting the Adirondacks for several years =. Beyond watercolor, Barnes is also an accomplished glass artist, muralist and illustrator. She’s especially well know for her illustrations for National Geographic, Hallmark and two children’s books.
The painting by Barnes selected for this year’s ANEAW poster, “The Kayaker” is on display at View and available for purchase, along with signed posters of the image. Additional examples of Barnes’ work
Lake Placid Ice Dance Championships
Time: 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Location: 2634 Main Street, Lake Placid, NY, 12946
Phone: 518-523-1655Email: mjmanson@orda.org
The Lake Placid Ice Dance Championships is pleased to be part of US Figure Skating’s National Qualifying Series and Solo Dance Series. It is hosted by the NYS Olympic Regional Development Authority and sanctioned by US Figure Skating through the Skating Club of Lake Placid. The Lake Placid Ice Dance International is an international event on the ISU calendar. The Lake Placid Ice Dance Championships is the oldest ice dance event in world. Couples ice dance events are offered at all levels from pre-juvenile through senior. The international event will offer junior and senior levels. Solo dance events will be offered at all levels from preliminary through senior.
Widlund Gallery| ADK Folk School Artisan Exhibit
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: 228 Main Street, North Creek, NY, 12853
Phone: 518-251-2505Email: assistant@tannerypondcenter.org
Gallery Hours: Tues – Fri, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Sat, 12:00 - 4:00 PM | additional hours by appointment
Reception: July 14 | 5-7 PM
The Adirondack Folk School (AFS), a non-profit organization founded in 2010, is focused on celebrating and preserving the cultural heritage of the Adirondacks through promoting creativity and self-reliance by teaching the arts, crafts and traditions that define our legendary region. AFS is honored to participate in this special exhibit at Tannery Pond where our talented artisan instructors can share their work with the North Creek community. In this collection, you will find pieces from several AFS Instructors including Dennis Wilson, a highly skilled chip carver, Mark Swanberry, a copper artisan, and Janet Flinchbaugh, a floor cloth stenciling artist.
Gary the Great
Time: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Location: 3273 State Route 28, Old Forge, NY, 13420
Phone: 315-369-6411Email: performances@viewarts.org
The whole family is invited to join Gary the Great for a high-energy blast of magic, comedy, and juggling. This highly improvised show has tons of audience participation and includes mind-blowing magic for all ages. You never know what's going to happen in this show, and that's what makes it so uniquely special. Join magician & mentalist Gary Ferrar for a performance full of unexpected moments and unique effects. Gary is excited to blow our minds in this performance filled with comedy and audience interaction.
This performance will run just under an hour without an intermission. Tickets are $15 for adults/ $8 for children/ Free for children 5 and under with the purchase of one adult ticket.
Ulster County Fair
Location: 249 Libertyville Road, New Paltz, NY, 12561
Phone: 845-255-1380Email: caronconway@comcast.net
Fair hours: 4-10pm Aug. 1, 10am - 10pm Aug. 2-3, 10am - 11pm Aug. 4-5, 10am - 8pm Aug. 6. See website for ride hours.
Fair hours: 4-10pm Aug. 1, 10am - 10pm Aug. 2-3, 10am - 11pm Aug. 4-5, 10am - 8pm Aug. 6. See website for ride hours.This family-fun tradition since 1886 features midway rides, live music, racing pigs, truck and tractor pulls, a petting zoo, horse and livestock shows, exhibits, Wednesday night fireworks and favorite fair food. Headline concert acts are Lee Greenwood, Thunder Ridge, Kentucky Headhunters, Thompson Square, and tributes to Bruce Springsteen and Garth Brooks.
Pay-one-price admission (includes rides, entertainment & parking): $50/carload Aug. 1 (up to 8 occupants); $20 ($18 online) Aug. 2-6. Kids under 36" tall admitted free (rides not included).
The fair is presented by the non-profit Ulster County Agricultural Society, Inc.
Events for August 2
Glimmerglass Festival
Location: 7300 State Highway 80, Cooperstown, NY, 13326
Phone: 1-607-547-2255The Glimmerglass Festival is a one-of-a-kind internationally-acclaimed opera festival featuring a full schedule of live performances, events and discussions, the festival is truly a one-of-a-kind summer destination. Also available are brunches and dinners with the artists of this year's event.
Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMHost/Presenter: Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Location: Allan H. Treman State Marina, 805 Taughannock Blvd, Ithaca, NY, 14850
Phone: 1-607-327-5253Join Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours for a one-of-a-kind Finger Lakes opportunity for a combined 4-hour lake & land experience from our home dock at the Allan H. Treman State Marina to the famous Taughannock Falls State Park and back, with the options below to choose from. Knowledgeable narrators will also be on board to discuss the human and natural history of the lake and provide some hands-on activities, great for kids and adults alike!
- a 2 mile guided hike to Taughannock Falls with a NYS Park environmental educator.
- rent a paddleboard, single or tandem kayak from our friends at Paddle-n-More at discounted prices
- simply kick back and enjoy the park itself (there is a playground and swim area)
- order lunch while on the boat in the morning and enjoy it on the cruise back!
Choose your activity options when you make your reservation! You may bring your own snacks and/or lunch or order lunch while you're on the boat for $10. Seltzer water will be available.
Lake George Art and Craft Festival
Host/Presenter: Craftproducers
Location: 17 W Brook Rd , Charles R. Wood Park, Lake George, NY, 12845
Craft Producers will kick off the Lake George Art and Craft Festival. Enjoy a great mix of art, craft, food, and music.
It will be held in the beautiful Charles R. Wood Park, between the village and the Million Dollar Beach.
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Every Tuesday-Sunday from July 29-October 15
Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Oswego Summer Sunset Concert Series at Breitbeck Park
Time: 7:30 PMHost/Presenter: City of Oswego and the Oswego County Musicians Collaborative
Location: Breitbeck Park, 91 Lake St., Oswego, NY, 13126
Oswego is bringing back the Oswego Sunset Concert Series at Breitbeck Park. The series, which dates back to 1935, will move from the city bandstand to the pavilion in Breitbeck Park. Every Wednesday night during the concert series, attendees will get to hear their favorite big band and jazz compositions. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets. Concerts are free and open to the public.
Lucille Ball Comedy Festival
Host/Presenter: National Comedy Center
Location: 203 W. Second St., Jamestown, NY, 14701
Phone: 1-716-484-2222Gabriel Iglesias & Taylor Tomlinson will headline the 2023 Lucille Ball Comedy Festival, August 2-6 in Jamestown, NY! Don't miss your chance to see these two comedy powerhouses live!
Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias is one of the world’s most successful stand-up comedians, with over 1.1 billion views on YouTube and 25 million fans on social media. Meanwhile, Taylor Tomlinson is breaking records and selling out venues worldwide, with her latest Netflix special recognized as the top comedy special of 2022 by The New York Times and The Los Angeles Times.
Karen Barnes Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster Artist Showcase
Location: 3273 NY-28, Old Forge, NY, 13420
Phone: 315-369-6411Email: kmayo@viewarts.org
Exhibit hours: Monday - Saturday 10am - 4pm; Sunday 12pm - 4pm
View, in Old Forge, NY, announces the exhibit of paintings by Karen Barnes, 2023 poster artist for ANEAW. The work is on display through July 29th till September 24th. Karen Barnes is this years Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster artist. Barnes from Rome, New York, has been painting the Adirondacks for several years =. Beyond watercolor, Barnes is also an accomplished glass artist, muralist and illustrator. She’s especially well know for her illustrations for National Geographic, Hallmark and two children’s books.
The painting by Barnes selected for this year’s ANEAW poster, “The Kayaker” is on display at View and available for purchase, along with signed posters of the image. Additional examples of Barnes’ work
Lake Placid Ice Dance Championships
Time: 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Location: 2634 Main Street, Lake Placid, NY, 12946
Phone: 518-523-1655Email: mjmanson@orda.org
The Lake Placid Ice Dance Championships is pleased to be part of US Figure Skating’s National Qualifying Series and Solo Dance Series. It is hosted by the NYS Olympic Regional Development Authority and sanctioned by US Figure Skating through the Skating Club of Lake Placid. The Lake Placid Ice Dance International is an international event on the ISU calendar. The Lake Placid Ice Dance Championships is the oldest ice dance event in world. Couples ice dance events are offered at all levels from pre-juvenile through senior. The international event will offer junior and senior levels. Solo dance events will be offered at all levels from preliminary through senior.
Widlund Gallery| ADK Folk School Artisan Exhibit
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: 228 Main Street, North Creek, NY, 12853
Phone: 518-251-2505Email: assistant@tannerypondcenter.org
Gallery Hours: Tues – Fri, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Sat, 12:00 - 4:00 PM | additional hours by appointment
Reception: July 14 | 5-7 PM
The Adirondack Folk School (AFS), a non-profit organization founded in 2010, is focused on celebrating and preserving the cultural heritage of the Adirondacks through promoting creativity and self-reliance by teaching the arts, crafts and traditions that define our legendary region. AFS is honored to participate in this special exhibit at Tannery Pond where our talented artisan instructors can share their work with the North Creek community. In this collection, you will find pieces from several AFS Instructors including Dennis Wilson, a highly skilled chip carver, Mark Swanberry, a copper artisan, and Janet Flinchbaugh, a floor cloth stenciling artist.
Ulster County Fair
Location: 249 Libertyville Road, New Paltz, NY, 12561
Phone: 845-255-1380Email: caronconway@comcast.net
Fair hours: 4-10pm Aug. 1, 10am - 10pm Aug. 2-3, 10am - 11pm Aug. 4-5, 10am - 8pm Aug. 6. See website for ride hours.
Fair hours: 4-10pm Aug. 1, 10am - 10pm Aug. 2-3, 10am - 11pm Aug. 4-5, 10am - 8pm Aug. 6. See website for ride hours.This family-fun tradition since 1886 features midway rides, live music, racing pigs, truck and tractor pulls, a petting zoo, horse and livestock shows, exhibits, Wednesday night fireworks and favorite fair food. Headline concert acts are Lee Greenwood, Thunder Ridge, Kentucky Headhunters, Thompson Square, and tributes to Bruce Springsteen and Garth Brooks.
Pay-one-price admission (includes rides, entertainment & parking): $50/carload Aug. 1 (up to 8 occupants); $20 ($18 online) Aug. 2-6. Kids under 36" tall admitted free (rides not included).
The fair is presented by the non-profit Ulster County Agricultural Society, Inc.
Woodstock Farm Festival
Time: 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: 15 Rock City Road, Woodstock, NY, 12498
Phone: 845-901-5970Email: reynoldsmer@gmail.com
Join us every Wednesday May - October for the Woodstock Farm Festival! Enjoy local purveyors, prepared foods, events and music every week.
Monk Rowe and John Hutson - Concerts in the Courtyard
Time: 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Location: 3273 State Route 28, Old Forge, NY, 13420
Phone: 315-369-6411Email: performances@viewarts.org
Monk Rowe and John Hutson love the American musical art forms of jazz, blues and rock & roll. Their blend of guitar, sax, keyboards and vocals connects with a diverse audience, truly offering something for everyone.
Join us under the tent for View's weekly Concerts in the Courtyard Series every Wednesday in July and August at 5 p.m. This event is free to the public but donations will be appreciated so we may have more free events in the future. If you would like to bring your own chair or blanket, please do so. Some chairs will be provided. Cash bar of wine, beer, sodas will be available for you to purchase.
Comedy Improv at Eugene V Debs
Time: 7:45 PM - 9:45 PM
Location: 483 Peckham St, Buffalo, NY, 14206
Email: justin.chortie@gmail.comDon't miss the grand finale! WNY Improv Inc. closes out the Buffalo Infringement Festival with one last free show on Wednesday, August 2nd at 7:45pm at Eugene V. Debs Hall. Enjoy short-form improv comedy in the style of "Whose Line Is It Anyway" or "Wild N Out." Our performers, experienced from stages in Buffalo to Batavia, Toronto to Orlando, are ready to bring the house down. Join us for a night you won't forget!
Events for August 3
Glimmerglass Festival
Location: 7300 State Highway 80, Cooperstown, NY, 13326
Phone: 1-607-547-2255The Glimmerglass Festival is a one-of-a-kind internationally-acclaimed opera festival featuring a full schedule of live performances, events and discussions, the festival is truly a one-of-a-kind summer destination. Also available are brunches and dinners with the artists of this year's event.
Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMHost/Presenter: Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Location: Allan H. Treman State Marina, 805 Taughannock Blvd, Ithaca, NY, 14850
Phone: 1-607-327-5253Join Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours for a one-of-a-kind Finger Lakes opportunity for a combined 4-hour lake & land experience from our home dock at the Allan H. Treman State Marina to the famous Taughannock Falls State Park and back, with the options below to choose from. Knowledgeable narrators will also be on board to discuss the human and natural history of the lake and provide some hands-on activities, great for kids and adults alike!
- a 2 mile guided hike to Taughannock Falls with a NYS Park environmental educator.
- rent a paddleboard, single or tandem kayak from our friends at Paddle-n-More at discounted prices
- simply kick back and enjoy the park itself (there is a playground and swim area)
- order lunch while on the boat in the morning and enjoy it on the cruise back!
Choose your activity options when you make your reservation! You may bring your own snacks and/or lunch or order lunch while you're on the boat for $10. Seltzer water will be available.
Lake George Art and Craft Festival
Host/Presenter: Craftproducers
Location: 17 W Brook Rd , Charles R. Wood Park, Lake George, NY, 12845
Craft Producers will kick off the Lake George Art and Craft Festival. Enjoy a great mix of art, craft, food, and music.
It will be held in the beautiful Charles R. Wood Park, between the village and the Million Dollar Beach.
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Every Tuesday-Sunday from July 29-October 15
Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Lucille Ball Comedy Festival
Host/Presenter: National Comedy Center
Location: 203 W. Second St., Jamestown, NY, 14701
Phone: 1-716-484-2222Gabriel Iglesias & Taylor Tomlinson will headline the 2023 Lucille Ball Comedy Festival, August 2-6 in Jamestown, NY! Don't miss your chance to see these two comedy powerhouses live!
Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias is one of the world’s most successful stand-up comedians, with over 1.1 billion views on YouTube and 25 million fans on social media. Meanwhile, Taylor Tomlinson is breaking records and selling out venues worldwide, with her latest Netflix special recognized as the top comedy special of 2022 by The New York Times and The Los Angeles Times.
Craft Brew Sail
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PMHost/Presenter: Spirit of Buffalo
Location: Central Wharf at Canalside, 44 Prime Street, Buffalo, NY, 14202
Phone: 1-716-796-7210 Email: info@spiritofbu
Sample some of Buffalo’s best craft brews while taking in a scenic cruise aboard the Spirit of Buffalo. You have the chance to meet the brewer and learn about your new favorite beer on this brews cruise on Lake Erie.
Includes a two-hour cruise, light snacks, and a variety of locally-made beer samples.
Oswego Lighthouse Boat Tours
Time: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: H. Lee White Maritime Museum
Location: 1 West First St., Oswego, NY, 13126
Phone: 1-315-342-0480The H. Lee White Maritime Museum at Oswego offers tours to the restored Oswego West Pierhead Lighthouse by boat on gorgeous Lake Ontario. Chartered by a licensed coast guard captain, the pontoon boat provides a smooth ride while a knowledgeable tour guide points out fascinating nautical attractions and historical landmarks. Visitors to the Lighthouse should plan to spend about two hours total (including to and from transit time) for their experience and tour captains reserve the right to cancel or cut-short any trip due to weather or safety concerns.
Tours depart at the H. Lee White Maritime Museum, which houses one of the finest collections of Maritime Objects and Historical collections in the Great Lakes. Thursday boat tours feature a tour and dinner concept. Please check the website or call the museum for more information.
Tour Lake & Land with Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMHost/Presenter: Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Location: Allan H. Treman State Marina, 805 Taughannock Blvd, Ithaca, NY, 14850
Phone: 1-607-327-5253Join Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours for a one-of-a-kind Finger Lakes opportunity for a combined 4-hour lake & land experience from our home dock at the Allan H. Treman State Marina to the famous Taughannock Falls State Park and back, with the options below to choose from. Knowledgeable narrators will also be on board to discuss the human and natural history of the lake and provide some hands-on activities, great for kids and adults alike!
- a 2 mile guided hike to Taughannock Falls with a NYS Park environmental educator.
- rent a paddleboard, single or tandem kayak from our friends at Paddle-n-More at discounted prices
- simply kick back and enjoy the park itself (there is a playground and swim area)
- order lunch while on the boat in the morning and enjoy it on the cruise back!
Choose your activity options when you make your reservation! You may bring your own snacks and/or lunch or order lunch while you're on the boat for $10. Seltzer water will be available.
Rock heavyweights Godsmack and Staind come to Syracuse!
Time: 6:30 PMHost/Presenter: St. Joseph’s Health Amphitheater at Lakeview
Location: 490 Restoration Way, Syracuse, NY, 13209
Phone: 1-315-435-5100Godsmack has more Top 10 Rock Songs than Foo Fighters or their hometown heroes, Aerosmith. Stretching back to their four-times platinum self-titled debut, initially recorded in 1996 for $2500, the veteran band’s catalog of hits is enough to fill a marathon set without running out. Songs like “I Stand Alone,” “Awake,” and “Voodoo” are certified anthems deeply encoded into hard rock’s DNA.
Staind has recorded seven studio albums, its most successful in the early 2000s, “Break the Cycle” going five times platinum in the United States and producing a top-five Billboard Hot 100 hit with its lead single “It's Been Awhile.” Break the Cycle, along with the band's following two full-length albums, also topped the Billboard 200, and the two after peaked within the top five. Several of their other singles also became rock and pop hits, including “Fade,” “For You,” “Price to Play,” “So Far Away,” and “Right Here.” (Wikipedia)
Karen Barnes Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster Artist Showcase
Location: 3273 NY-28, Old Forge, NY, 13420
Phone: 315-369-6411Email: kmayo@viewarts.org
Exhibit hours: Monday - Saturday 10am - 4pm; Sunday 12pm - 4pm
View, in Old Forge, NY, announces the exhibit of paintings by Karen Barnes, 2023 poster artist for ANEAW. The work is on display through July 29th till September 24th. Karen Barnes is this years Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster artist. Barnes from Rome, New York, has been painting the Adirondacks for several years =. Beyond watercolor, Barnes is also an accomplished glass artist, muralist and illustrator. She’s especially well know for her illustrations for National Geographic, Hallmark and two children’s books.
The painting by Barnes selected for this year’s ANEAW poster, “The Kayaker” is on display at View and available for purchase, along with signed posters of the image. Additional examples of Barnes’ work
Widlund Gallery| ADK Folk School Artisan Exhibit
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: 228 Main Street, North Creek, NY, 12853
Phone: 518-251-2505Email: assistant@tannerypondcenter.org
Gallery Hours: Tues – Fri, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Sat, 12:00 - 4:00 PM | additional hours by appointment
Reception: July 14 | 5-7 PM
The Adirondack Folk School (AFS), a non-profit organization founded in 2010, is focused on celebrating and preserving the cultural heritage of the Adirondacks through promoting creativity and self-reliance by teaching the arts, crafts and traditions that define our legendary region. AFS is honored to participate in this special exhibit at Tannery Pond where our talented artisan instructors can share their work with the North Creek community. In this collection, you will find pieces from several AFS Instructors including Dennis Wilson, a highly skilled chip carver, Mark Swanberry, a copper artisan, and Janet Flinchbaugh, a floor cloth stenciling artist.
Ulster County Fair
Location: 249 Libertyville Road, New Paltz, NY, 12561
Phone: 845-255-1380Email: caronconway@comcast.net
Fair hours: 4-10pm Aug. 1, 10am - 10pm Aug. 2-3, 10am - 11pm Aug. 4-5, 10am - 8pm Aug. 6. See website for ride hours.
Fair hours: 4-10pm Aug. 1, 10am - 10pm Aug. 2-3, 10am - 11pm Aug. 4-5, 10am - 8pm Aug. 6. See website for ride hours.This family-fun tradition since 1886 features midway rides, live music, racing pigs, truck and tractor pulls, a petting zoo, horse and livestock shows, exhibits, Wednesday night fireworks and favorite fair food. Headline concert acts are Lee Greenwood, Thunder Ridge, Kentucky Headhunters, Thompson Square, and tributes to Bruce Springsteen and Garth Brooks.
Pay-one-price admission (includes rides, entertainment & parking): $50/carload Aug. 1 (up to 8 occupants); $20 ($18 online) Aug. 2-6. Kids under 36" tall admitted free (rides not included).
The fair is presented by the non-profit Ulster County Agricultural Society, Inc.
Martin and Kelly Band
Time: 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Location: 3273 State Route 28, Old Forge, NY, 13420
Phone: 315-369-6411Email: performances@viewarts.org
Standouts in today’s crossover country music scene, Jilly Martin & Ryan Brooks Kelly’s songs bridge the boundary between traditional and new country. They’ve made their mark with highly-acclaimed original music and are winning over audiences each and every time they perform. Martin and Kelly's compelling song-writing, dynamic vocal harmonies and stunning musicianship have them poised for a breakthrough in the music industry. Dance to the live music of the Martin and Kelly Band. No theatre seats. Dance floor with a cash bar available. Seating will be cabaret style. Tickets are $25/non-members and $20/members for general admission.
Michael Crissan LIVE @ Bullfinch Brewpub | Destiny USA!
Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: 306 Hiawatha Blvd W, Syracuse, NY, 13204
Email: bullfinchbrewpub@gmail.comLive music from 6 PM - 9 PM! Michael Crissan is a singer and songwriter from Syracuse! He plays a large variety of songs on acoustic guitar and harmonica with an energetic and rhythmic feel. Genres range from rock, folk rock, and a little country. Head over to Bullfinch Brewpub and enjoy covers from The Beatles, Neil Young, the Eagles, Bruce Springsteen, Tom Petty, Jason Mraz, Dave Mathews, and much more!
Bullfinch Brewpub is a locally owned restaurant and brewery located in the level 1 canyon in the Destiny USA mall. 306 Hiawatha Blvd, Syracuse, NY 13204
Cirque Italia Water Circus
Location: 498 Apple Court, Central Valley, NY, 10917
Phone: 941-704-8572Email: ticketoffice@cirqueitalia.com
HAVE YOU EVER HAD SUCH A VIVID DREAM YOU THOUGHT IT WAS REAL? Cirque Italia has pulled out all the stops this year to take you on a magical dream adventure. Trust us, this is one escapade you cannot afford to miss!
Have you ever wished you could turn back time? To go back to a simpler, happy time filled with sock hops, drive-in theaters, muscle cars, and thick sideburns? Well get out your poodle skirts and leather jackets!
Cirque Italia’s Gold Unit performers can’t wait to take you back to a time when hula hoops and soda fountains were abundant, Elvis Presley dominated the airwaves, greased hair was all the rage, and street racing was a parent’s greatest concern!
Events for August 4
Glimmerglass Festival
Location: 7300 State Highway 80, Cooperstown, NY, 13326
Phone: 1-607-547-2255The Glimmerglass Festival is a one-of-a-kind internationally-acclaimed opera festival featuring a full schedule of live performances, events and discussions, the festival is truly a one-of-a-kind summer destination. Also available are brunches and dinners with the artists of this year's event.
Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMHost/Presenter: Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Location: Allan H. Treman State Marina, 805 Taughannock Blvd, Ithaca, NY, 14850
Phone: 1-607-327-5253Join Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours for a one-of-a-kind Finger Lakes opportunity for a combined 4-hour lake & land experience from our home dock at the Allan H. Treman State Marina to the famous Taughannock Falls State Park and back, with the options below to choose from. Knowledgeable narrators will also be on board to discuss the human and natural history of the lake and provide some hands-on activities, great for kids and adults alike!
- a 2 mile guided hike to Taughannock Falls with a NYS Park environmental educator.
- rent a paddleboard, single or tandem kayak from our friends at Paddle-n-More at discounted prices
- simply kick back and enjoy the park itself (there is a playground and swim area)
- order lunch while on the boat in the morning and enjoy it on the cruise back!
Choose your activity options when you make your reservation! You may bring your own snacks and/or lunch or order lunch while you're on the boat for $10. Seltzer water will be available.
Lake George Art and Craft Festival
Host/Presenter: Craftproducers
Location: 17 W Brook Rd , Charles R. Wood Park, Lake George, NY, 12845
Craft Producers will kick off the Lake George Art and Craft Festival. Enjoy a great mix of art, craft, food, and music.
It will be held in the beautiful Charles R. Wood Park, between the village and the Million Dollar Beach.
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Every Tuesday-Sunday from July 29-October 15
Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Lucille Ball Comedy Festival
Host/Presenter: National Comedy Center
Location: 203 W. Second St., Jamestown, NY, 14701
Phone: 1-716-484-2222Gabriel Iglesias & Taylor Tomlinson will headline the 2023 Lucille Ball Comedy Festival, August 2-6 in Jamestown, NY! Don't miss your chance to see these two comedy powerhouses live!
Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias is one of the world’s most successful stand-up comedians, with over 1.1 billion views on YouTube and 25 million fans on social media. Meanwhile, Taylor Tomlinson is breaking records and selling out venues worldwide, with her latest Netflix special recognized as the top comedy special of 2022 by The New York Times and The Los Angeles Times.
Oswego Lighthouse Boat Tours
Time: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PMHost/Presenter: H. Lee White Maritime Museum
Location: 1 West First St., Oswego, NY, 13126
Phone: 1-315-342-0480The H. Lee White Maritime Museum at Oswego offers tours to the restored Oswego West Pierhead Lighthouse by boat on gorgeous Lake Ontario. Chartered by a licensed coast guard captain, the pontoon boat provides a smooth ride while a knowledgeable tour guide points out fascinating nautical attractions and historical landmarks.
Visitors to the Lighthouse should plan to spend about two hours total (including to and from transit time) for their experience and tour captains reserve the right to cancel or cut-short any trip due to weather or safety concerns.
Tours depart at the H. Lee White Maritime Museum, which houses one of the finest collections of Maritime Objects and Historical collections in the Great Lakes.
Music on the Erie Concert Series
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: T. Spencer Knight Park, Unnamed Road, Newark, NY, 14513
Phone: 1-315-331-2705Presented by the Greater Newark Chamber of Commerce, this summer concert series offers free live music from 6-8 pm every Friday evening (weather permitting). Enjoy the shows from the north or south side of the canal, while you view the park’s beautiful painted murals that celebrate canal heritage. These events will not be cancelled! They will be moved if there is a concern with the weather and decision will be made by 3 pm. All weather relocations will be held at the First Glass Wine Bar located at Doug Kent’s Rose Bowl Lanes (725 W. Miller St)
Spiedie Fest & Balloon Rally Expo
Location: 1 Otsiningo Park , Binghamton , NY, 13905
Phone: 1-607-765-6604Email: information@spiediefest.com
Over the past three decades the Spiedie Fest & Balloon Rally has grown into a full three day event that attracts over 100,000 people from across the country, making it the third largest hot air balloon festival in the U.S.!
Occupying the entirety of Otsiningo Park in Binghamton, NY for an extended weekend, Spiedie Fest & Balloon Rally features live music performances from Top 40 and local artists, two volleyball tournaments, cooking contests, a car show, arts & crafts, lots of delicious food, rides, and all kinds of vendors. There’s something for everyone!
Antique Boat Show & Auction
Host/Presenter: Antique Boat Museum
Location: 750 Mary Street, Clayton, NY, 13624
Phone: 1-315-686-4104Celebrating boats in the 1000 Islands and the Best on the River and Queen of the River. The auction has been held annually since 1985 and in recent years has averaged entries of 50 antique boats. It draws more than 600 potential buyers and has drawn more than 10,000 people during the three-day boat show. Funds from this event helps fund the not-for-profit museum. For a complete schedule or to register a boat, please visit: https://www.abm.org/index.php/events/antique-boat-show-and-auction/
Karen Barnes Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster Artist Showcase
Location: 3273 NY-28, Old Forge, NY, 13420
Phone: 315-369-6411Email: kmayo@viewarts.org
Exhibit hours: Monday - Saturday 10am - 4pm; Sunday 12pm - 4pm
View, in Old Forge, NY, announces the exhibit of paintings by Karen Barnes, 2023 poster artist for ANEAW. The work is on display through July 29th till September 24th. Karen Barnes is this years Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster artist. Barnes from Rome, New York, has been painting the Adirondacks for several years =. Beyond watercolor, Barnes is also an accomplished glass artist, muralist and illustrator. She’s especially well know for her illustrations for National Geographic, Hallmark and two children’s books.
The painting by Barnes selected for this year’s ANEAW poster, “The Kayaker” is on display at View and available for purchase, along with signed posters of the image. Additional examples of Barnes’ work
Widlund Gallery| ADK Folk School Artisan Exhibit
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: 228 Main Street, North Creek, NY, 12853
Phone: 518-251-2505Email: assistant@tannerypondcenter.org
Gallery Hours: Tues – Fri, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Sat, 12:00 - 4:00 PM | additional hours by appointment
Reception: July 14 | 5-7 PM
The Adirondack Folk School (AFS), a non-profit organization founded in 2010, is focused on celebrating and preserving the cultural heritage of the Adirondacks through promoting creativity and self-reliance by teaching the arts, crafts and traditions that define our legendary region. AFS is honored to participate in this special exhibit at Tannery Pond where our talented artisan instructors can share their work with the North Creek community. In this collection, you will find pieces from several AFS Instructors including Dennis Wilson, a highly skilled chip carver, Mark Swanberry, a copper artisan, and Janet Flinchbaugh, a floor cloth stenciling artist.
Ulster County Fair
Location: 249 Libertyville Road, New Paltz, NY, 12561
Phone: 845-255-1380Email: caronconway@comcast.net
Fair hours: 4-10pm Aug. 1, 10am - 10pm Aug. 2-3, 10am - 11pm Aug. 4-5, 10am - 8pm Aug. 6. See website for ride hours.
Fair hours: 4-10pm Aug. 1, 10am - 10pm Aug. 2-3, 10am - 11pm Aug. 4-5, 10am - 8pm Aug. 6. See website for ride hours.This family-fun tradition since 1886 features midway rides, live music, racing pigs, truck and tractor pulls, a petting zoo, horse and livestock shows, exhibits, Wednesday night fireworks and favorite fair food. Headline concert acts are Lee Greenwood, Thunder Ridge, Kentucky Headhunters, Thompson Square, and tributes to Bruce Springsteen and Garth Brooks.
Pay-one-price admission (includes rides, entertainment & parking): $50/carload Aug. 1 (up to 8 occupants); $20 ($18 online) Aug. 2-6. Kids under 36" tall admitted free (rides not included).
The fair is presented by the non-profit Ulster County Agricultural Society, Inc.
Cirque Italia Water Circus
Location: 498 Apple Court, Central Valley, NY, 10917
Phone: 941-704-8572Email: ticketoffice@cirqueitalia.com
HAVE YOU EVER HAD SUCH A VIVID DREAM YOU THOUGHT IT WAS REAL? Cirque Italia has pulled out all the stops this year to take you on a magical dream adventure. Trust us, this is one escapade you cannot afford to miss!
Have you ever wished you could turn back time? To go back to a simpler, happy time filled with sock hops, drive-in theaters, muscle cars, and thick sideburns? Well get out your poodle skirts and leather jackets!
Cirque Italia’s Gold Unit performers can’t wait to take you back to a time when hula hoops and soda fountains were abundant, Elvis Presley dominated the airwaves, greased hair was all the rage, and street racing was a parent’s greatest concern!
ROC Cinema Open Mic
Time: 8:30 PM
Location: 957 S Clinton Ave., Rochester, NY, 14620
Email: CONTACT_US@ROCCINEMA.COMWhether you’re a first-time comic, a seasoned vet, or someone in need of a laugh, come out to the ROC CINEMA COMEDY OPEN MIC! The Innerloop Blog host's a great night of comedy, food, drinks, and prizes every Friday night!
HOW IT WORKS: Names will be drawn from a hat by the host and comics will have 5 minutes on the microphone! At the end of the night, the audience will vote on their favorite comic and the top performers will be invited to The Innerloop Blog’s Comedy Showcase! Those will be ticketed events on the last Friday of each month where comedians will get more stage time and get paid!
42nd Annual Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Opening Ceremony
Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: 3273 NY-28, Old Forge, NY, 13420
Phone: 315-369-6411Email: kmayo@viewarts.org
Each year View hosts the Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors, open to all artists working in water-based media including transparent and opaque watercolors, acrylics, casein, egg tempera, gouache and ink. This major national exhibit showcases outstanding artistic talent, skill and beauty in watercolors. Every year this exhibit reminds us again of Miriam Kashiwa founder and abiding inspiration for View. Miriam created the Arts Guild of Old Forge with a dedicated group of volunteers to provide the best arts experience in the Adirondacks. Today her vision continues as View.
This is our 42nd annual exhibition and the highlight of our exhibition season. This year’s exhibition features 79 works from artists across the nation.
Events for August 5
Glimmerglass Festival
Location: 7300 State Highway 80, Cooperstown, NY, 13326
Phone: 1-607-547-2255The Glimmerglass Festival is a one-of-a-kind internationally-acclaimed opera festival featuring a full schedule of live performances, events and discussions, the festival is truly a one-of-a-kind summer destination. Also available are brunches and dinners with the artists of this year's event.
Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMHost/Presenter: Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Location: Allan H. Treman State Marina, 805 Taughannock Blvd, Ithaca, NY, 14850
Phone: 1-607-327-5253Join Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours for a one-of-a-kind Finger Lakes opportunity for a combined 4-hour lake & land experience from our home dock at the Allan H. Treman State Marina to the famous Taughannock Falls State Park and back, with the options below to choose from. Knowledgeable narrators will also be on board to discuss the human and natural history of the lake and provide some hands-on activities, great for kids and adults alike!
- a 2 mile guided hike to Taughannock Falls with a NYS Park environmental educator.
- rent a paddleboard, single or tandem kayak from our friends at Paddle-n-More at discounted prices
- simply kick back and enjoy the park itself (there is a playground and swim area)
- order lunch while on the boat in the morning and enjoy it on the cruise back!
Choose your activity options when you make your reservation! You may bring your own snacks and/or lunch or order lunch while you're on the boat for $10. Seltzer water will be available.
Lake George Art and Craft Festival
Host/Presenter: Craftproducers
Location: 17 W Brook Rd , Charles R. Wood Park, Lake George, NY, 12845
Craft Producers will kick off the Lake George Art and Craft Festival. Enjoy a great mix of art, craft, food, and music.
It will be held in the beautiful Charles R. Wood Park, between the village and the Million Dollar Beach.
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Every Tuesday-Sunday from July 29-October 15
Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Lucille Ball Comedy Festival
Host/Presenter: National Comedy Center
Location: 203 W. Second St., Jamestown, NY, 14701
Phone: 1-716-484-2222Gabriel Iglesias & Taylor Tomlinson will headline the 2023 Lucille Ball Comedy Festival, August 2-6 in Jamestown, NY! Don't miss your chance to see these two comedy powerhouses live!
Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias is one of the world’s most successful stand-up comedians, with over 1.1 billion views on YouTube and 25 million fans on social media. Meanwhile, Taylor Tomlinson is breaking records and selling out venues worldwide, with her latest Netflix special recognized as the top comedy special of 2022 by The New York Times and The Los Angeles Times.
Spiedie Fest & Balloon Rally Expo
Location: 1 Otsiningo Park , Binghamton , NY, 13905
Phone: 1-607-765-6604Email: information@spiediefest.com
Over the past three decades the Spiedie Fest & Balloon Rally has grown into a full three day event that attracts over 100,000 people from across the country, making it the third largest hot air balloon festival in the U.S.!
Occupying the entirety of Otsiningo Park in Binghamton, NY for an extended weekend, Spiedie Fest & Balloon Rally features live music performances from Top 40 and local artists, two volleyball tournaments, cooking contests, a car show, arts & crafts, lots of delicious food, rides, and all kinds of vendors. There’s something for everyone!
Antique Boat Show & Auction
Host/Presenter: Antique Boat Museum
Location: 750 Mary Street, Clayton, NY, 13624
Phone: 1-315-686-4104Celebrating boats in the 1000 Islands and the Best on the River and Queen of the River. The auction has been held annually since 1985 and in recent years has averaged entries of 50 antique boats. It draws more than 600 potential buyers and has drawn more than 10,000 people during the three-day boat show. Funds from this event helps fund the not-for-profit museum. For a complete schedule or to register a boat, please visit: https://www.abm.org/index.php/events/antique-boat-show-and-auction/
Sterling Renaissance Festival
Host/Presenter: Sterling Renaissance Festival
Location: 15385 Farden Road, Sterling , NY, 13156
Phone: 315-947-5782Be transported into the 16th-century village of Warwick, England at the Sterling Renaissance Festival. With 12 stages and more than 100 stage and street performers, professional actors, comedians and musicians, you will be drawn in by the interactive entertainment while the sights, sounds and delicious smells will delight and tantalize your senses. Visit with the Queen as she wanders through the village with her entourage, cheer on your favorite knight at one of the exciting jousts and laugh at the side-splitting jesters and comedians. But be careful you don’t get drawn into the mud pit or the dunking pond! The festival is open weekends from July through mid-August – rain or shine – and each weekend has a theme.
Oswego Lighthouse Boat Tours
Time: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PMHost/Presenter: H. Lee White Maritime Museum
Location: 1 West First St., Oswego, NY, 13126
Phone: 1-315-342-0480The H. Lee White Maritime Museum at Oswego offers tours to the restored Oswego West Pierhead Lighthouse by boat on gorgeous Lake Ontario. Chartered by a licensed coast guard captain, the pontoon boat provides a smooth ride while a knowledgeable tour guide points out fascinating nautical attractions and historical landmarks.
Visitors to the Lighthouse should plan to spend about two hours total (including to and from transit time) for their experience and tour captains reserve the right to cancel or cut-short any trip due to weather or safety concerns.
Tours depart at the H. Lee White Maritime Museum, which houses one of the finest collections of Maritime Objects and Historical collections in the Great Lakes.
Karen Barnes Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster Artist Showcase
Location: 3273 NY-28, Old Forge, NY, 13420
Phone: 315-369-6411Email: kmayo@viewarts.org
Exhibit hours: Monday - Saturday 10am - 4pm; Sunday 12pm - 4pm
View, in Old Forge, NY, announces the exhibit of paintings by Karen Barnes, 2023 poster artist for ANEAW. The work is on display through July 29th till September 24th. Karen Barnes is this years Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster artist. Barnes from Rome, New York, has been painting the Adirondacks for several years =. Beyond watercolor, Barnes is also an accomplished glass artist, muralist and illustrator. She’s especially well know for her illustrations for National Geographic, Hallmark and two children’s books.
The painting by Barnes selected for this year’s ANEAW poster, “The Kayaker” is on display at View and available for purchase, along with signed posters of the image. Additional examples of Barnes’ work
Ulster County Fair
Location: 249 Libertyville Road, New Paltz, NY, 12561
Phone: 845-255-1380Email: caronconway@comcast.net
Fair hours: 4-10pm Aug. 1, 10am - 10pm Aug. 2-3, 10am - 11pm Aug. 4-5, 10am - 8pm Aug. 6. See website for ride hours.
Fair hours: 4-10pm Aug. 1, 10am - 10pm Aug. 2-3, 10am - 11pm Aug. 4-5, 10am - 8pm Aug. 6. See website for ride hours.This family-fun tradition since 1886 features midway rides, live music, racing pigs, truck and tractor pulls, a petting zoo, horse and livestock shows, exhibits, Wednesday night fireworks and favorite fair food. Headline concert acts are Lee Greenwood, Thunder Ridge, Kentucky Headhunters, Thompson Square, and tributes to Bruce Springsteen and Garth Brooks.
Pay-one-price admission (includes rides, entertainment & parking): $50/carload Aug. 1 (up to 8 occupants); $20 ($18 online) Aug. 2-6. Kids under 36" tall admitted free (rides not included).
The fair is presented by the non-profit Ulster County Agricultural Society, Inc.
Cirque Italia Water Circus
Location: 498 Apple Court, Central Valley, NY, 10917
Phone: 941-704-8572Email: ticketoffice@cirqueitalia.com
HAVE YOU EVER HAD SUCH A VIVID DREAM YOU THOUGHT IT WAS REAL? Cirque Italia has pulled out all the stops this year to take you on a magical dream adventure. Trust us, this is one escapade you cannot afford to miss!
Have you ever wished you could turn back time? To go back to a simpler, happy time filled with sock hops, drive-in theaters, muscle cars, and thick sideburns? Well get out your poodle skirts and leather jackets!
Cirque Italia’s Gold Unit performers can’t wait to take you back to a time when hula hoops and soda fountains were abundant, Elvis Presley dominated the airwaves, greased hair was all the rage, and street racing was a parent’s greatest concern!
2023 Chautauqua Region Vintage Book and Paper Show and Sale
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: 215 West Lake Rd, Mayville, NY, 14757
Email: park2@netsync.netSaturday Aug 5, 2023 at Chautauqua Suites, 215 West Lake Rd (RT 394)
Admission $5
There will be a room-full of dealers featuring Antiquarian Books, Postcards, Photography, Illustrated Books, Fine Art Prints, Comic Books, Maps, Historic Documents, Children's Books, Magazine, Local History, Trade Cards, Sheet Music, Americana, Ephemera and more!
Widlund Gallery| ADK Folk School Artisan Exhibit
Time: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: 228 Main Street, North Creek, NY, 12853
Phone: 518-251-2505Email: assistant@tannerypondcenter.org
Gallery Hours: Tues – Fri, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Sat, 12:00 - 4:00 PM | additional hours by appointment
Reception: July 14 | 5-7 PM
The Adirondack Folk School (AFS), a non-profit organization founded in 2010, is focused on celebrating and preserving the cultural heritage of the Adirondacks through promoting creativity and self-reliance by teaching the arts, crafts and traditions that define our legendary region. AFS is honored to participate in this special exhibit at Tannery Pond where our talented artisan instructors can share their work with the North Creek community. In this collection, you will find pieces from several AFS Instructors including Dennis Wilson, a highly skilled chip carver, Mark Swanberry, a copper artisan, and Janet Flinchbaugh, a floor cloth stenciling artist.
Caligula Blushed w/Disintegration at Photo City Music Hall
Time: 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Location: Photo City Music Hall, 543 Atlantic Ave #2, Rochester, NY, 14609
Phone: 240-383-7031Email: smithstrib@gmail.com
Caligula Blushed—The most authentic tribute to The Smiths and Morrissey working today! Dedicated to the notion that fans of the Smiths and Morrissey want to hear some of the greatest music ever written in a true live concert setting, Caligula Blushed delivers an authentic rendition of Smiths/Morrissey songs, with each performance based on an impeccable set list.
“Caligula Blushed, as always, delivered a stellar performance. Fans sang along to every song. They tossed roses onto the stage, and reached out for just a touch from the hand of the man they came to see.” — These Subtle Sounds
Cait Devin LIVE @ Bullfinch Brewpub
Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: 306 Hiawatha Blvd W, Syracuse, NY, 13204
Email: bullfinchbrewpub@gmail.comLive music from 6 PM - 9 PM! Cait Devin considers music to be the core of her passions as well as art making, modeling, and acting. While she focuses on alternative pop, her roots are also in contemporary and rock in order to expose her to a wide range of audiences and listeners. She’s been booking shows in NYC and Nashville since she was 16, and has gained exposure on KISS FM, iHeartRadio, Wish USA, News Channel 12, 95X Radio.
Bullfinch Brewpub is a locally owned restaurant and brewery located in the level 1 canyon in the Destiny USA mall. 306 Hiawatha Blvd, Syracuse, NY 13204
Reed Decoy Making Class
Time: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PMHost/Presenter: Genesee Country Village & Museum
Location: 1410 Flint Hill Road, Mumford, NY, 14511-0310
Phone: 585-538-6822Email: info@gcv.org
Join Tonia Galban of the Mohawk Nation Bear Clan and learn how to craft your own reed duck decoy, much like the reed decoys featured in our exhibit, Duck, Duck, Shoot! The Story of American Waterbirds. Learn from Tonia about the history of this technology as you craft a unique reed decoy to bring home with you. And don’t forget to explore Duck, Duck, Shoot! after your session to view examples of these artifacts!
Jazz on the Terrace
Time: 4:00 PM - 8:00 PMHost/Presenter: Domaine LeSeurre Winery
Location: 13920 State Route 54, Hammondsport, NY, 14840
Phone: 607-292-3920Email: dlwinery@gmail.com
Come enjoy a Summer evening with views of beautiful Keuka Lake, French style food, our wine, and jazz music.
Music by Professor Tuesday's Jazz Quartet
French inspired food by Chris B's Food Truck.
Fishing at Lake Surprise
Time: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PMHost/Presenter: Genesee Country Village & Museum
Location: 1410 Flint Hill Road, Mumford, NY, 14511
Phone: 1-585-538-6822Email: info@gcv.org
The Genesee Country Village and Museum now offers special guided adventures to Lake Surprise, on its private Oatka Creek property, to allow visitors a chance to try their hand at fishing. Maybe you will land a sunfish, bass, or even the elusive carp. Although we may catch some large fish, they will all be released by the end of the experience. Note: Participants older than 16 years must have a fishing license. One-day passes can be purchased at Walmart for $5.00.
Events for August 6
Glimmerglass Festival
Location: 7300 State Highway 80, Cooperstown, NY, 13326
Phone: 1-607-547-2255The Glimmerglass Festival is a one-of-a-kind internationally-acclaimed opera festival featuring a full schedule of live performances, events and discussions, the festival is truly a one-of-a-kind summer destination. Also available are brunches and dinners with the artists of this year's event.
Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMHost/Presenter: Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Location: Allan H. Treman State Marina, 805 Taughannock Blvd, Ithaca, NY, 14850
Phone: 1-607-327-5253Join Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours for a one-of-a-kind Finger Lakes opportunity for a combined 4-hour lake & land experience from our home dock at the Allan H. Treman State Marina to the famous Taughannock Falls State Park and back, with the options below to choose from. Knowledgeable narrators will also be on board to discuss the human and natural history of the lake and provide some hands-on activities, great for kids and adults alike!
- a 2 mile guided hike to Taughannock Falls with a NYS Park environmental educator.
- rent a paddleboard, single or tandem kayak from our friends at Paddle-n-More at discounted prices
- simply kick back and enjoy the park itself (there is a playground and swim area)
- order lunch while on the boat in the morning and enjoy it on the cruise back!
Choose your activity options when you make your reservation! You may bring your own snacks and/or lunch or order lunch while you're on the boat for $10. Seltzer water will be available.
Lake George Art and Craft Festival
Host/Presenter: Craftproducers
Location: 17 W Brook Rd , Charles R. Wood Park, Lake George, NY, 12845
Craft Producers will kick off the Lake George Art and Craft Festival. Enjoy a great mix of art, craft, food, and music.
It will be held in the beautiful Charles R. Wood Park, between the village and the Million Dollar Beach.
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Every Tuesday-Sunday from July 29-October 15
Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Lucille Ball Comedy Festival
Host/Presenter: National Comedy Center
Location: 203 W. Second St., Jamestown, NY, 14701
Phone: 1-716-484-2222Gabriel Iglesias & Taylor Tomlinson will headline the 2023 Lucille Ball Comedy Festival, August 2-6 in Jamestown, NY! Don't miss your chance to see these two comedy powerhouses live!
Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias is one of the world’s most successful stand-up comedians, with over 1.1 billion views on YouTube and 25 million fans on social media. Meanwhile, Taylor Tomlinson is breaking records and selling out venues worldwide, with her latest Netflix special recognized as the top comedy special of 2022 by The New York Times and The Los Angeles Times.
Spiedie Fest & Balloon Rally Expo
Location: 1 Otsiningo Park , Binghamton , NY, 13905
Phone: 1-607-765-6604Email: information@spiediefest.com
Over the past three decades the Spiedie Fest & Balloon Rally has grown into a full three day event that attracts over 100,000 people from across the country, making it the third largest hot air balloon festival in the U.S.!
Occupying the entirety of Otsiningo Park in Binghamton, NY for an extended weekend, Spiedie Fest & Balloon Rally features live music performances from Top 40 and local artists, two volleyball tournaments, cooking contests, a car show, arts & crafts, lots of delicious food, rides, and all kinds of vendors. There’s something for everyone!
Antique Boat Show & Auction
Host/Presenter: Antique Boat Museum
Location: 750 Mary Street, Clayton, NY, 13624
Phone: 1-315-686-4104Celebrating boats in the 1000 Islands and the Best on the River and Queen of the River. The auction has been held annually since 1985 and in recent years has averaged entries of 50 antique boats. It draws more than 600 potential buyers and has drawn more than 10,000 people during the three-day boat show. Funds from this event helps fund the not-for-profit museum. For a complete schedule or to register a boat, please visit: https://www.abm.org/index.php/events/antique-boat-show-and-auction/
Sterling Renaissance Festival
Host/Presenter: Sterling Renaissance Festival
Location: 15385 Farden Road, Sterling , NY, 13156
Phone: 315-947-5782Be transported into the 16th-century village of Warwick, England at the Sterling Renaissance Festival. With 12 stages and more than 100 stage and street performers, professional actors, comedians and musicians, you will be drawn in by the interactive entertainment while the sights, sounds and delicious smells will delight and tantalize your senses. Visit with the Queen as she wanders through the village with her entourage, cheer on your favorite knight at one of the exciting jousts and laugh at the side-splitting jesters and comedians. But be careful you don’t get drawn into the mud pit or the dunking pond! The festival is open weekends from July through mid-August – rain or shine – and each weekend has a theme.
Ice Cream Sundays on the Catskill Mountain Railroad
Host/Presenter: Catskill Mountain Road
Location: Westbrook Lane Station in Kingston Plaza , 55 Plaza Road , Kingston , NY, 12401
Phone: 845-332-4854Email: info@catskillmountainrailroad.com
Enjoy a delicious ice cream treat as you see the natural beauty of the Catskills from our railroad’s scenic train. All trains are round trip from the Westbrook Lane Station located in the Kingston Plaza adjacent Uptown Kingston’s Stockade District. Hop on Catskill Mountain Railroad and travel through some of the oldest farmlands in the United States where we will cross the Esopus creek on the restored C9 bridge and go through the Hurley Flats and then start climbing Hurley Mountain. Rides are approximately an hour long.
Karen Barnes Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster Artist Showcase
Location: 3273 NY-28, Old Forge, NY, 13420
Phone: 315-369-6411Email: kmayo@viewarts.org
Exhibit hours: Monday - Saturday 10am - 4pm; Sunday 12pm - 4pm
View, in Old Forge, NY, announces the exhibit of paintings by Karen Barnes, 2023 poster artist for ANEAW. The work is on display through July 29th till September 24th. Karen Barnes is this years Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster artist. Barnes from Rome, New York, has been painting the Adirondacks for several years =. Beyond watercolor, Barnes is also an accomplished glass artist, muralist and illustrator. She’s especially well know for her illustrations for National Geographic, Hallmark and two children’s books.
The painting by Barnes selected for this year’s ANEAW poster, “The Kayaker” is on display at View and available for purchase, along with signed posters of the image. Additional examples of Barnes’ work
Ulster County Fair
Location: 249 Libertyville Road, New Paltz, NY, 12561
Phone: 845-255-1380Email: caronconway@comcast.net
Fair hours: 4-10pm Aug. 1, 10am - 10pm Aug. 2-3, 10am - 11pm Aug. 4-5, 10am - 8pm Aug. 6. See website for ride hours.
Fair hours: 4-10pm Aug. 1, 10am - 10pm Aug. 2-3, 10am - 11pm Aug. 4-5, 10am - 8pm Aug. 6. See website for ride hours.This family-fun tradition since 1886 features midway rides, live music, racing pigs, truck and tractor pulls, a petting zoo, horse and livestock shows, exhibits, Wednesday night fireworks and favorite fair food. Headline concert acts are Lee Greenwood, Thunder Ridge, Kentucky Headhunters, Thompson Square, and tributes to Bruce Springsteen and Garth Brooks.
Pay-one-price admission (includes rides, entertainment & parking): $50/carload Aug. 1 (up to 8 occupants); $20 ($18 online) Aug. 2-6. Kids under 36" tall admitted free (rides not included).
The fair is presented by the non-profit Ulster County Agricultural Society, Inc.
Cirque Italia Water Circus
Location: 498 Apple Court, Central Valley, NY, 10917
Phone: 941-704-8572Email: ticketoffice@cirqueitalia.com
HAVE YOU EVER HAD SUCH A VIVID DREAM YOU THOUGHT IT WAS REAL? Cirque Italia has pulled out all the stops this year to take you on a magical dream adventure. Trust us, this is one escapade you cannot afford to miss!
Have you ever wished you could turn back time? To go back to a simpler, happy time filled with sock hops, drive-in theaters, muscle cars, and thick sideburns? Well get out your poodle skirts and leather jackets!
Cirque Italia’s Gold Unit performers can’t wait to take you back to a time when hula hoops and soda fountains were abundant, Elvis Presley dominated the airwaves, greased hair was all the rage, and street racing was a parent’s greatest concern!
Prison city Brewing Hops N Shop
Time: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Location: 251 North Street, Auburn , NY, 13021
Email: amy@prisoncitybrewing.comOur newest event, Hops & Shops will be held on Sundays from 12 - 5 pm from June 4th - September 24th. Hops & Shops will be a unique blend of farmer’s market items, craft vendors, flea market shopping, live music, food, and of course, Prison City beer. Hops & Shops will consist of 3 different areas at our Prison City Urban Farm Brewery located at 251 North St. Auburn, NY
- THE BARN: Vintage Flea Market
10 vendors - items can remain in this locked barn each week as needed for the summer.
New & gently used items/antiques.
- THE BARN LAWN: Farmer’s Market
8 vendors - pull up in your truck, put out a table, and start selling.
- THE COURTYARD: Makers Market
12 vendors - pop up your tent, unload at the gates, and set up your space. The co
You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown
Time: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Location: 3273 State Route 28, Old Forge, NY, 13420
Phone: 315-369-6411Email: performances@viewarts.org
A family friendly musical. Happiness is great musical theatre! With charm, wit, and heart, You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown explores life through the eyes of Charlie Brown and his friends in the Peanuts gang. This revue of songs and vignettes, based on the beloved Charles Schulz comic strip, is the ideal first show for those who would like to do a musical. Musical numbers include "My Blanket and Me," "The Kite," "The Baseball Game," "Little Known Facts," "Suppertime," and "Happiness." Guaranteed to please audiences of all ages! Brought to by Adirondack Lakes Center for the Arts.
Tickets are $20/Members and Students; $25/Non-Members; $8/children.
Emerson Car Show
Time: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: 5340 Rt. 28, Mt. Tremper, NY, 12457
Phone: 201-638-2270Email: rr540@aol.com
The Emerson Resort & Spa presents the 2023 Car Show benefiting the Heart of the Catskills Humane Society! Join us on Sunday, August 6th for a day of food, music, and classic cars. The show is free for spectators, $12 for those who pre-register their cars, and $15 for those who register the day-of. There will also be trophies and goodie bags!
To register your car, please call or email Perry Orshan at (201) 638-2270 or rr540@aol.com.
Donations to the Heart of the Catskills Humane Society are welcome. Sunday, August 13th is the rain date.
Events for August 7
Glimmerglass Festival
Location: 7300 State Highway 80, Cooperstown, NY, 13326
Phone: 1-607-547-2255The Glimmerglass Festival is a one-of-a-kind internationally-acclaimed opera festival featuring a full schedule of live performances, events and discussions, the festival is truly a one-of-a-kind summer destination. Also available are brunches and dinners with the artists of this year's event.
Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMHost/Presenter: Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Location: Allan H. Treman State Marina, 805 Taughannock Blvd, Ithaca, NY, 14850
Phone: 1-607-327-5253Join Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours for a one-of-a-kind Finger Lakes opportunity for a combined 4-hour lake & land experience from our home dock at the Allan H. Treman State Marina to the famous Taughannock Falls State Park and back, with the options below to choose from. Knowledgeable narrators will also be on board to discuss the human and natural history of the lake and provide some hands-on activities, great for kids and adults alike!
- a 2 mile guided hike to Taughannock Falls with a NYS Park environmental educator.
- rent a paddleboard, single or tandem kayak from our friends at Paddle-n-More at discounted prices
- simply kick back and enjoy the park itself (there is a playground and swim area)
- order lunch while on the boat in the morning and enjoy it on the cruise back!
Choose your activity options when you make your reservation! You may bring your own snacks and/or lunch or order lunch while you're on the boat for $10. Seltzer water will be available.
Lake George Art and Craft Festival
Host/Presenter: Craftproducers
Location: 17 W Brook Rd , Charles R. Wood Park, Lake George, NY, 12845
Craft Producers will kick off the Lake George Art and Craft Festival. Enjoy a great mix of art, craft, food, and music.
It will be held in the beautiful Charles R. Wood Park, between the village and the Million Dollar Beach.
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Every Tuesday-Sunday from July 29-October 15
Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Karen Barnes Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster Artist Showcase
Location: 3273 NY-28, Old Forge, NY, 13420
Phone: 315-369-6411Email: kmayo@viewarts.org
Exhibit hours: Monday - Saturday 10am - 4pm; Sunday 12pm - 4pm
View, in Old Forge, NY, announces the exhibit of paintings by Karen Barnes, 2023 poster artist for ANEAW. The work is on display through July 29th till September 24th. Karen Barnes is this years Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster artist. Barnes from Rome, New York, has been painting the Adirondacks for several years =. Beyond watercolor, Barnes is also an accomplished glass artist, muralist and illustrator. She’s especially well know for her illustrations for National Geographic, Hallmark and two children’s books.
The painting by Barnes selected for this year’s ANEAW poster, “The Kayaker” is on display at View and available for purchase, along with signed posters of the image. Additional examples of Barnes’ work
Cirque Italia Water Circus
Location: 498 Apple Court, Central Valley, NY, 10917
Phone: 941-704-8572Email: ticketoffice@cirqueitalia.com
HAVE YOU EVER HAD SUCH A VIVID DREAM YOU THOUGHT IT WAS REAL? Cirque Italia has pulled out all the stops this year to take you on a magical dream adventure. Trust us, this is one escapade you cannot afford to miss!
Have you ever wished you could turn back time? To go back to a simpler, happy time filled with sock hops, drive-in theaters, muscle cars, and thick sideburns? Well get out your poodle skirts and leather jackets!
Cirque Italia’s Gold Unit performers can’t wait to take you back to a time when hula hoops and soda fountains were abundant, Elvis Presley dominated the airwaves, greased hair was all the rage, and street racing was a parent’s greatest concern!
Events for August 8
Glimmerglass Festival
Location: 7300 State Highway 80, Cooperstown, NY, 13326
Phone: 1-607-547-2255The Glimmerglass Festival is a one-of-a-kind internationally-acclaimed opera festival featuring a full schedule of live performances, events and discussions, the festival is truly a one-of-a-kind summer destination. Also available are brunches and dinners with the artists of this year's event.
Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMHost/Presenter: Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Location: Allan H. Treman State Marina, 805 Taughannock Blvd, Ithaca, NY, 14850
Phone: 1-607-327-5253Join Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours for a one-of-a-kind Finger Lakes opportunity for a combined 4-hour lake & land experience from our home dock at the Allan H. Treman State Marina to the famous Taughannock Falls State Park and back, with the options below to choose from. Knowledgeable narrators will also be on board to discuss the human and natural history of the lake and provide some hands-on activities, great for kids and adults alike!
- a 2 mile guided hike to Taughannock Falls with a NYS Park environmental educator.
- rent a paddleboard, single or tandem kayak from our friends at Paddle-n-More at discounted prices
- simply kick back and enjoy the park itself (there is a playground and swim area)
- order lunch while on the boat in the morning and enjoy it on the cruise back!
Choose your activity options when you make your reservation! You may bring your own snacks and/or lunch or order lunch while you're on the boat for $10. Seltzer water will be available.
Lake George Art and Craft Festival
Host/Presenter: Craftproducers
Location: 17 W Brook Rd , Charles R. Wood Park, Lake George, NY, 12845
Craft Producers will kick off the Lake George Art and Craft Festival. Enjoy a great mix of art, craft, food, and music.
It will be held in the beautiful Charles R. Wood Park, between the village and the Million Dollar Beach.
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Every Tuesday-Sunday from July 29-October 15
Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Pantera with special guest Lamb of God
Time: 7:00 PMHost/Presenter: St. Joseph’s Health Amphitheater at Lakeview
Location: 490 Restoration Way, Syracuse, NY, 13209
Phone: 1-315-435-5100Formed in 1981, the heavy metal sounds of Pantera is credited (along with others, such as Testament, Sepultura, and Machine Head) for being part of the second wave of thrash metal scene from the late 1980s to early-to-mid 1990s. Pantera is regarded as one of the most successful and influential bands in heavy metal history, having sold around 20 million records worldwide and having received four Grammy nominations.
Since their formation, Lamb of God has released eleven studio albums, including two under the name Burn the Priest; their most recent album, Omens, was released in October 2022. The band has also released one live album, one compilation album, three DVDs, two EPs, and twenty-eight singles. Lamb of God has toured with the Ozzfest twice, toured as part of Metallica's World Magnetic Tour, and supported Slayer on their final world tour in 2018 and 2019.
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Karen Barnes Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster Artist Showcase
Location: 3273 NY-28, Old Forge, NY, 13420
Phone: 315-369-6411Email: kmayo@viewarts.org
Exhibit hours: Monday - Saturday 10am - 4pm; Sunday 12pm - 4pm
View, in Old Forge, NY, announces the exhibit of paintings by Karen Barnes, 2023 poster artist for ANEAW. The work is on display through July 29th till September 24th. Karen Barnes is this years Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster artist. Barnes from Rome, New York, has been painting the Adirondacks for several years =. Beyond watercolor, Barnes is also an accomplished glass artist, muralist and illustrator. She’s especially well know for her illustrations for National Geographic, Hallmark and two children’s books.
The painting by Barnes selected for this year’s ANEAW poster, “The Kayaker” is on display at View and available for purchase, along with signed posters of the image. Additional examples of Barnes’ work
Cirque Italia Water Circus
Location: 498 Apple Court, Central Valley, NY, 10917
Phone: 941-704-8572Email: ticketoffice@cirqueitalia.com
HAVE YOU EVER HAD SUCH A VIVID DREAM YOU THOUGHT IT WAS REAL? Cirque Italia has pulled out all the stops this year to take you on a magical dream adventure. Trust us, this is one escapade you cannot afford to miss!
Have you ever wished you could turn back time? To go back to a simpler, happy time filled with sock hops, drive-in theaters, muscle cars, and thick sideburns? Well get out your poodle skirts and leather jackets!
Cirque Italia’s Gold Unit performers can’t wait to take you back to a time when hula hoops and soda fountains were abundant, Elvis Presley dominated the airwaves, greased hair was all the rage, and street racing was a parent’s greatest concern!
Widlund Gallery| ADK Folk School Artisan Exhibit
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: 228 Main Street, North Creek, NY, 12853
Phone: 518-251-2505Email: assistant@tannerypondcenter.org
Gallery Hours: Tues – Fri, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Sat, 12:00 - 4:00 PM | additional hours by appointment
Reception: July 14 | 5-7 PM
The Adirondack Folk School (AFS), a non-profit organization founded in 2010, is focused on celebrating and preserving the cultural heritage of the Adirondacks through promoting creativity and self-reliance by teaching the arts, crafts and traditions that define our legendary region. AFS is honored to participate in this special exhibit at Tannery Pond where our talented artisan instructors can share their work with the North Creek community. In this collection, you will find pieces from several AFS Instructors including Dennis Wilson, a highly skilled chip carver, Mark Swanberry, a copper artisan, and Janet Flinchbaugh, a floor cloth stenciling artist.
Make A Fairy/Elf!
Time: 10:30 AM
Location: 65 South Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866
Email: info@cmost.orgJoin us on August 8th at the Children's Museum at Saratoga for a magical Make a Fairy/Elf event!
In this workshop, you can create your very own fairy or elf house to take home, and even one for the museum! The fairy/elf houses will be lovingly hung in the trees and placed in our beautiful garden near the museum entrance for all to admire.
We have limited spots available, so don't wait to reserve your space! To secure your spot, simply email us at info@cmost.org. But hurry, only 20 spots are up for grabs!
We can't wait to see the magical masterpieces you create!
Schoharie County Sunshine Fair
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Location: 113 Sunshine Drive, Cobleskill, NY, 12043
Phone: 518-234-2123Email: info@sunshinefair.org
Established in 1857, highlights of this long-running county fair include Chainsaw sculptures, Demolition derbies, Harness racing, Tractor pull, Heritage Village, Royal Hanneford Circus, Live music and much more. Pay-one-price ticket includes admission to the fair, parking, unlimited rides, all grounds attractions and grandstand events.
Events for August 9
Glimmerglass Festival
Location: 7300 State Highway 80, Cooperstown, NY, 13326
Phone: 1-607-547-2255The Glimmerglass Festival is a one-of-a-kind internationally-acclaimed opera festival featuring a full schedule of live performances, events and discussions, the festival is truly a one-of-a-kind summer destination. Also available are brunches and dinners with the artists of this year's event.
Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMHost/Presenter: Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Location: Allan H. Treman State Marina, 805 Taughannock Blvd, Ithaca, NY, 14850
Phone: 1-607-327-5253Join Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours for a one-of-a-kind Finger Lakes opportunity for a combined 4-hour lake & land experience from our home dock at the Allan H. Treman State Marina to the famous Taughannock Falls State Park and back, with the options below to choose from. Knowledgeable narrators will also be on board to discuss the human and natural history of the lake and provide some hands-on activities, great for kids and adults alike!
- a 2 mile guided hike to Taughannock Falls with a NYS Park environmental educator.
- rent a paddleboard, single or tandem kayak from our friends at Paddle-n-More at discounted prices
- simply kick back and enjoy the park itself (there is a playground and swim area)
- order lunch while on the boat in the morning and enjoy it on the cruise back!
Choose your activity options when you make your reservation! You may bring your own snacks and/or lunch or order lunch while you're on the boat for $10. Seltzer water will be available.
Lake George Art and Craft Festival
Host/Presenter: Craftproducers
Location: 17 W Brook Rd , Charles R. Wood Park, Lake George, NY, 12845
Craft Producers will kick off the Lake George Art and Craft Festival. Enjoy a great mix of art, craft, food, and music.
It will be held in the beautiful Charles R. Wood Park, between the village and the Million Dollar Beach.
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Every Tuesday-Sunday from July 29-October 15
Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Oswego Summer Sunset Concert Series at Breitbeck Park
Time: 7:30 PMHost/Presenter: City of Oswego and the Oswego County Musicians Collaborative
Location: Breitbeck Park, 91 Lake St., Oswego, NY, 13126
Oswego is bringing back the Oswego Sunset Concert Series at Breitbeck Park. The series, which dates back to 1935, will move from the city bandstand to the pavilion in Breitbeck Park. Every Wednesday night during the concert series, attendees will get to hear their favorite big band and jazz compositions. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets. Concerts are free and open to the public.
Fulton Jazz Festival
Location: Lock 3 Canal Park, Fulton, NY, 13069
Phone: 1-315-760-5299Email: fultonjazzfest@gmail.com
Enjoy amazing music, great food, and good times on the beautiful canal on the Oswego River. Each year, Fulton Jazz Fest brings some of the hottest jazz acts around from world-renowned artists to the very best in local talent.
Admission is free and there is food, beer and wine available for purchase. Bring your lawn chairs/blankets - Please leave pets and coolers at home. Click HERE for this year's lineup!
Erie County Fair
Location: Fairgrounds in Hamburg , 5600 McKinley Parkway, Hamburg, NY, 14075
Phone: 1-716-649-3900The Erie County Fair, held annually is the largest fair of it’s kind in New York State, and the 3rd largest county fair in the nation. It seeks to preserve and showcase our community’s agricultural traditions, talents, diversity and heritage. Come view the live animals, and visit their caretakers. Head over to the James E. Strates Shows midway, with more than 70 rides and 100 games. Enjoy continual entertainment on a number of stages, then visit the food vendors, whose options range from the casual to the extraordinary!
Chenango County Fair
Location: Chenango County Fairgrounds, 168 East Main St., Nowich, NY, 13815
Phone: 607-334-1400Email: info@chenangony.org
Chenango County Fair showcases local crops, animals, and food. Entertainment includes midway rides and games, harness racing, rodeo and bull riding, demolition derby, truck, and tractor pulls.
Hudson Valley Jazz Festival
Location: Various locations, Hudson Valley region, , ,
Email: hudsonvalleyjazzfest@gmail.comExperience live music and concerts throughout the Hudson Valley at the Hudson Valley Jazz Festival. Watch and listen to your favorite popular jazz artists or discover new local artists from the Hudson Valley community. At the festival, you can expect a wide range of performances at several venues. Many of the shows are free, making the festival an easily accessible option to experience live music and concerts.
Karen Barnes Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster Artist Showcase
Location: 3273 NY-28, Old Forge, NY, 13420
Phone: 315-369-6411Email: kmayo@viewarts.org
Exhibit hours: Monday - Saturday 10am - 4pm; Sunday 12pm - 4pm
View, in Old Forge, NY, announces the exhibit of paintings by Karen Barnes, 2023 poster artist for ANEAW. The work is on display through July 29th till September 24th. Karen Barnes is this years Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster artist. Barnes from Rome, New York, has been painting the Adirondacks for several years =. Beyond watercolor, Barnes is also an accomplished glass artist, muralist and illustrator. She’s especially well know for her illustrations for National Geographic, Hallmark and two children’s books.
The painting by Barnes selected for this year’s ANEAW poster, “The Kayaker” is on display at View and available for purchase, along with signed posters of the image. Additional examples of Barnes’ work
Cirque Italia Water Circus
Location: 498 Apple Court, Central Valley, NY, 10917
Phone: 941-704-8572Email: ticketoffice@cirqueitalia.com
HAVE YOU EVER HAD SUCH A VIVID DREAM YOU THOUGHT IT WAS REAL? Cirque Italia has pulled out all the stops this year to take you on a magical dream adventure. Trust us, this is one escapade you cannot afford to miss!
Have you ever wished you could turn back time? To go back to a simpler, happy time filled with sock hops, drive-in theaters, muscle cars, and thick sideburns? Well get out your poodle skirts and leather jackets!
Cirque Italia’s Gold Unit performers can’t wait to take you back to a time when hula hoops and soda fountains were abundant, Elvis Presley dominated the airwaves, greased hair was all the rage, and street racing was a parent’s greatest concern!
Widlund Gallery| ADK Folk School Artisan Exhibit
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: 228 Main Street, North Creek, NY, 12853
Phone: 518-251-2505Email: assistant@tannerypondcenter.org
Gallery Hours: Tues – Fri, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Sat, 12:00 - 4:00 PM | additional hours by appointment
Reception: July 14 | 5-7 PM
The Adirondack Folk School (AFS), a non-profit organization founded in 2010, is focused on celebrating and preserving the cultural heritage of the Adirondacks through promoting creativity and self-reliance by teaching the arts, crafts and traditions that define our legendary region. AFS is honored to participate in this special exhibit at Tannery Pond where our talented artisan instructors can share their work with the North Creek community. In this collection, you will find pieces from several AFS Instructors including Dennis Wilson, a highly skilled chip carver, Mark Swanberry, a copper artisan, and Janet Flinchbaugh, a floor cloth stenciling artist.
Schoharie County Sunshine Fair
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Location: 113 Sunshine Drive, Cobleskill, NY, 12043
Phone: 518-234-2123Email: info@sunshinefair.org
Established in 1857, highlights of this long-running county fair include Chainsaw sculptures, Demolition derbies, Harness racing, Tractor pull, Heritage Village, Royal Hanneford Circus, Live music and much more. Pay-one-price ticket includes admission to the fair, parking, unlimited rides, all grounds attractions and grandstand events.
Woodstock Farm Festival
Time: 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: 15 Rock City Road, Woodstock, NY, 12498
Phone: 845-901-5970Email: reynoldsmer@gmail.com
Join us every Wednesday May - October for the Woodstock Farm Festival! Enjoy local purveyors, prepared foods, events and music every week.
Paris Hill Brass Quintet - Concerts in the Courtyard
Time: 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Location: 3273 State Route 28, Old Forge, NY, 13420
Phone: 315-369-6411Email: performances@viewarts.org
Concerts in the Courtyard Series
A 5-piece brass band that plays beautiful music from the 16th Century to the present day, spanning many styles and generations. Enjoyable for all ages. This concert is free to the public with a cash bar of beer and wine available for purchase. Tables and folding chairs are provided. However you are welcome to bring your own comfortable chair if you like. There will be a donation box to help pay for this series.
Events for August 10
Glimmerglass Festival
Location: 7300 State Highway 80, Cooperstown, NY, 13326
Phone: 1-607-547-2255The Glimmerglass Festival is a one-of-a-kind internationally-acclaimed opera festival featuring a full schedule of live performances, events and discussions, the festival is truly a one-of-a-kind summer destination. Also available are brunches and dinners with the artists of this year's event.
Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMHost/Presenter: Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Location: Allan H. Treman State Marina, 805 Taughannock Blvd, Ithaca, NY, 14850
Phone: 1-607-327-5253Join Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours for a one-of-a-kind Finger Lakes opportunity for a combined 4-hour lake & land experience from our home dock at the Allan H. Treman State Marina to the famous Taughannock Falls State Park and back, with the options below to choose from. Knowledgeable narrators will also be on board to discuss the human and natural history of the lake and provide some hands-on activities, great for kids and adults alike!
- a 2 mile guided hike to Taughannock Falls with a NYS Park environmental educator.
- rent a paddleboard, single or tandem kayak from our friends at Paddle-n-More at discounted prices
- simply kick back and enjoy the park itself (there is a playground and swim area)
- order lunch while on the boat in the morning and enjoy it on the cruise back!
Choose your activity options when you make your reservation! You may bring your own snacks and/or lunch or order lunch while you're on the boat for $10. Seltzer water will be available.
Lake George Art and Craft Festival
Host/Presenter: Craftproducers
Location: 17 W Brook Rd , Charles R. Wood Park, Lake George, NY, 12845
Craft Producers will kick off the Lake George Art and Craft Festival. Enjoy a great mix of art, craft, food, and music.
It will be held in the beautiful Charles R. Wood Park, between the village and the Million Dollar Beach.
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Every Tuesday-Sunday from July 29-October 15
Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Fulton Jazz Festival
Location: Lock 3 Canal Park, Fulton, NY, 13069
Phone: 1-315-760-5299Email: fultonjazzfest@gmail.com
Enjoy amazing music, great food, and good times on the beautiful canal on the Oswego River. Each year, Fulton Jazz Fest brings some of the hottest jazz acts around from world-renowned artists to the very best in local talent.
Admission is free and there is food, beer and wine available for purchase. Bring your lawn chairs/blankets - Please leave pets and coolers at home. Click HERE for this year's lineup!
Erie County Fair
Location: Fairgrounds in Hamburg , 5600 McKinley Parkway, Hamburg, NY, 14075
Phone: 1-716-649-3900The Erie County Fair, held annually is the largest fair of it’s kind in New York State, and the 3rd largest county fair in the nation. It seeks to preserve and showcase our community’s agricultural traditions, talents, diversity and heritage. Come view the live animals, and visit their caretakers. Head over to the James E. Strates Shows midway, with more than 70 rides and 100 games. Enjoy continual entertainment on a number of stages, then visit the food vendors, whose options range from the casual to the extraordinary!
Chenango County Fair
Location: Chenango County Fairgrounds, 168 East Main St., Nowich, NY, 13815
Phone: 607-334-1400Email: info@chenangony.org
Chenango County Fair showcases local crops, animals, and food. Entertainment includes midway rides and games, harness racing, rodeo and bull riding, demolition derby, truck, and tractor pulls.
Hudson Valley Jazz Festival
Location: Various locations, Hudson Valley region, , ,
Email: hudsonvalleyjazzfest@gmail.comExperience live music and concerts throughout the Hudson Valley at the Hudson Valley Jazz Festival. Watch and listen to your favorite popular jazz artists or discover new local artists from the Hudson Valley community. At the festival, you can expect a wide range of performances at several venues. Many of the shows are free, making the festival an easily accessible option to experience live music and concerts.
Craft Brew Sail
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PMHost/Presenter: Spirit of Buffalo
Location: Central Wharf at Canalside, 44 Prime Street, Buffalo, NY, 14202
Phone: 1-716-796-7210 Email: info@spiritofbu
Sample some of Buffalo’s best craft brews while taking in a scenic cruise aboard the Spirit of Buffalo. You have the chance to meet the brewer and learn about your new favorite beer on this brews cruise on Lake Erie.
Includes a two-hour cruise, light snacks, and a variety of locally-made beer samples.
Oswego Lighthouse Boat Tours
Time: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: H. Lee White Maritime Museum
Location: 1 West First St., Oswego, NY, 13126
Phone: 1-315-342-0480The H. Lee White Maritime Museum at Oswego offers tours to the restored Oswego West Pierhead Lighthouse by boat on gorgeous Lake Ontario. Chartered by a licensed coast guard captain, the pontoon boat provides a smooth ride while a knowledgeable tour guide points out fascinating nautical attractions and historical landmarks. Visitors to the Lighthouse should plan to spend about two hours total (including to and from transit time) for their experience and tour captains reserve the right to cancel or cut-short any trip due to weather or safety concerns.
Tours depart at the H. Lee White Maritime Museum, which houses one of the finest collections of Maritime Objects and Historical collections in the Great Lakes. Thursday boat tours feature a tour and dinner concept. Please check the website or call the museum for more information.
Tour Lake & Land with Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMHost/Presenter: Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Location: Allan H. Treman State Marina, 805 Taughannock Blvd, Ithaca, NY, 14850
Phone: 1-607-327-5253Join Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours for a one-of-a-kind Finger Lakes opportunity for a combined 4-hour lake & land experience from our home dock at the Allan H. Treman State Marina to the famous Taughannock Falls State Park and back, with the options below to choose from. Knowledgeable narrators will also be on board to discuss the human and natural history of the lake and provide some hands-on activities, great for kids and adults alike!
- a 2 mile guided hike to Taughannock Falls with a NYS Park environmental educator.
- rent a paddleboard, single or tandem kayak from our friends at Paddle-n-More at discounted prices
- simply kick back and enjoy the park itself (there is a playground and swim area)
- order lunch while on the boat in the morning and enjoy it on the cruise back!
Choose your activity options when you make your reservation! You may bring your own snacks and/or lunch or order lunch while you're on the boat for $10. Seltzer water will be available.
Sunflower Spectacular Festival at Wickham Farms
Time: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PMHost/Presenter: Wickham Farms Apple Orchard
Location: 1303 Sweets Corners Road , Penfield, NY, 14526
Phone: 1-585-364-9313Open every day except Wednesdays - 10am to 7pm
Wickham Farms’ annual Sunflower Spectacular Festival invites you to explore the sheer beauty and colors of more than one hundred thousand sunflowers! Pick your own sunflowers, get lost in the giant (five-acre) corn maze, hop on a hayride through the vegetable fields and apple orchard, enjoy fresh donuts, test your aim with our high-powered apple cannons, or pick your own early-season apples. Along with fun in the flower fields, our Barnyard is open to all guests during Sunflower Spectacular. With more than 30 attractions, the Barnyard is the spot for interactive family fun. And don’t forget your camera!
Karen Barnes Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster Artist Showcase
Location: 3273 NY-28, Old Forge, NY, 13420
Phone: 315-369-6411Email: kmayo@viewarts.org
Exhibit hours: Monday - Saturday 10am - 4pm; Sunday 12pm - 4pm
View, in Old Forge, NY, announces the exhibit of paintings by Karen Barnes, 2023 poster artist for ANEAW. The work is on display through July 29th till September 24th. Karen Barnes is this years Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster artist. Barnes from Rome, New York, has been painting the Adirondacks for several years =. Beyond watercolor, Barnes is also an accomplished glass artist, muralist and illustrator. She’s especially well know for her illustrations for National Geographic, Hallmark and two children’s books.
The painting by Barnes selected for this year’s ANEAW poster, “The Kayaker” is on display at View and available for purchase, along with signed posters of the image. Additional examples of Barnes’ work
Cirque Italia Water Circus
Location: 498 Apple Court, Central Valley, NY, 10917
Phone: 941-704-8572Email: ticketoffice@cirqueitalia.com
HAVE YOU EVER HAD SUCH A VIVID DREAM YOU THOUGHT IT WAS REAL? Cirque Italia has pulled out all the stops this year to take you on a magical dream adventure. Trust us, this is one escapade you cannot afford to miss!
Have you ever wished you could turn back time? To go back to a simpler, happy time filled with sock hops, drive-in theaters, muscle cars, and thick sideburns? Well get out your poodle skirts and leather jackets!
Cirque Italia’s Gold Unit performers can’t wait to take you back to a time when hula hoops and soda fountains were abundant, Elvis Presley dominated the airwaves, greased hair was all the rage, and street racing was a parent’s greatest concern!
Widlund Gallery| ADK Folk School Artisan Exhibit
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: 228 Main Street, North Creek, NY, 12853
Phone: 518-251-2505Email: assistant@tannerypondcenter.org
Gallery Hours: Tues – Fri, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Sat, 12:00 - 4:00 PM | additional hours by appointment
Reception: July 14 | 5-7 PM
The Adirondack Folk School (AFS), a non-profit organization founded in 2010, is focused on celebrating and preserving the cultural heritage of the Adirondacks through promoting creativity and self-reliance by teaching the arts, crafts and traditions that define our legendary region. AFS is honored to participate in this special exhibit at Tannery Pond where our talented artisan instructors can share their work with the North Creek community. In this collection, you will find pieces from several AFS Instructors including Dennis Wilson, a highly skilled chip carver, Mark Swanberry, a copper artisan, and Janet Flinchbaugh, a floor cloth stenciling artist.
Schoharie County Sunshine Fair
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Location: 113 Sunshine Drive, Cobleskill, NY, 12043
Phone: 518-234-2123Email: info@sunshinefair.org
Established in 1857, highlights of this long-running county fair include Chainsaw sculptures, Demolition derbies, Harness racing, Tractor pull, Heritage Village, Royal Hanneford Circus, Live music and much more. Pay-one-price ticket includes admission to the fair, parking, unlimited rides, all grounds attractions and grandstand events.
Missy Raines & Allegheny
Time: 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Location: 3273 State Route 28, Old Forge, NY, 13420
Phone: 315-369-6411Email: performances@viewarts.org
GRAMMY® nominated Missy Raines was named 2021 International Bluegrass Music Association Bass Player of the Year, for the 10th time, more than any other bass player in the history of the organization. She is a bass players’ bass player, a singer, songwriter, teacher, sideman, and bandleader. In addition to the Bass Player awards, she’s received multiple awards from the IBMA for Recorded Event of the Year and Song of the Year. Missy Raines & Allegheny features some of the brightest young stars in bluegrass today with Tristan Scroggins on mandolin, Ellie Hakanson on fiddle, Ben Garnett on guitar, and Eli Gilbert on banjo.
Tickets are $25/Members or $30/Non-Members.
Sappy Cy LIVE at Bullfinch Brewpub
Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: 306 Hiawatha Blvd W, Syracuse, NY, 13204
Email: bullfinchbrewpub@gmail.comLive music from 6 PM - 9 PM! Josiah Waterman (Sappy Cy) gives music a refreshing twist with his folk/indie rock style! His playful banter and lighthearted antics are sure to be a memorable performance. Sappy Cy has opened for national acts such as Matthew Glabicki (Rusted Roots), Ryan Montbleau, and Adam Ate The Apple.
Bullfinch Brewpub is a locally owned restaurant and brewery, located in the level 1 canyon in the Destiny USA mall. 306 Hiawatha Blvd, Syracuse, NY 13204
Summer Concert Series | Rusty DeWees Comedian
Time: 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Location: 228 Main Street, North Creek, NY, 12853
Phone: 518-251-2505Email: assistant@tannerypondcenter.org
Tannery Pond Presents: Rusty DeWees, Comedian, weaving rich comedic, entrepreneurial, real life experience into a moving, often spontaneous tapestry that is intriguing to experience as it is familiar and inclusive.
Events for August 11
Glimmerglass Festival
Location: 7300 State Highway 80, Cooperstown, NY, 13326
Phone: 1-607-547-2255The Glimmerglass Festival is a one-of-a-kind internationally-acclaimed opera festival featuring a full schedule of live performances, events and discussions, the festival is truly a one-of-a-kind summer destination. Also available are brunches and dinners with the artists of this year's event.
Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMHost/Presenter: Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Location: Allan H. Treman State Marina, 805 Taughannock Blvd, Ithaca, NY, 14850
Phone: 1-607-327-5253Join Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours for a one-of-a-kind Finger Lakes opportunity for a combined 4-hour lake & land experience from our home dock at the Allan H. Treman State Marina to the famous Taughannock Falls State Park and back, with the options below to choose from. Knowledgeable narrators will also be on board to discuss the human and natural history of the lake and provide some hands-on activities, great for kids and adults alike!
- a 2 mile guided hike to Taughannock Falls with a NYS Park environmental educator.
- rent a paddleboard, single or tandem kayak from our friends at Paddle-n-More at discounted prices
- simply kick back and enjoy the park itself (there is a playground and swim area)
- order lunch while on the boat in the morning and enjoy it on the cruise back!
Choose your activity options when you make your reservation! You may bring your own snacks and/or lunch or order lunch while you're on the boat for $10. Seltzer water will be available.
Lake George Art and Craft Festival
Host/Presenter: Craftproducers
Location: 17 W Brook Rd , Charles R. Wood Park, Lake George, NY, 12845
Craft Producers will kick off the Lake George Art and Craft Festival. Enjoy a great mix of art, craft, food, and music.
It will be held in the beautiful Charles R. Wood Park, between the village and the Million Dollar Beach.
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Every Tuesday-Sunday from July 29-October 15
Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Fulton Jazz Festival
Location: Lock 3 Canal Park, Fulton, NY, 13069
Phone: 1-315-760-5299Email: fultonjazzfest@gmail.com
Enjoy amazing music, great food, and good times on the beautiful canal on the Oswego River. Each year, Fulton Jazz Fest brings some of the hottest jazz acts around from world-renowned artists to the very best in local talent.
Admission is free and there is food, beer and wine available for purchase. Bring your lawn chairs/blankets - Please leave pets and coolers at home. Click HERE for this year's lineup!
Erie County Fair
Location: Fairgrounds in Hamburg , 5600 McKinley Parkway, Hamburg, NY, 14075
Phone: 1-716-649-3900The Erie County Fair, held annually is the largest fair of it’s kind in New York State, and the 3rd largest county fair in the nation. It seeks to preserve and showcase our community’s agricultural traditions, talents, diversity and heritage. Come view the live animals, and visit their caretakers. Head over to the James E. Strates Shows midway, with more than 70 rides and 100 games. Enjoy continual entertainment on a number of stages, then visit the food vendors, whose options range from the casual to the extraordinary!
Chenango County Fair
Location: Chenango County Fairgrounds, 168 East Main St., Nowich, NY, 13815
Phone: 607-334-1400Email: info@chenangony.org
Chenango County Fair showcases local crops, animals, and food. Entertainment includes midway rides and games, harness racing, rodeo and bull riding, demolition derby, truck, and tractor pulls.
Hudson Valley Jazz Festival
Location: Various locations, Hudson Valley region, , ,
Email: hudsonvalleyjazzfest@gmail.comExperience live music and concerts throughout the Hudson Valley at the Hudson Valley Jazz Festival. Watch and listen to your favorite popular jazz artists or discover new local artists from the Hudson Valley community. At the festival, you can expect a wide range of performances at several venues. Many of the shows are free, making the festival an easily accessible option to experience live music and concerts.
Sunflower Spectacular Festival at Wickham Farms
Time: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PMHost/Presenter: Wickham Farms Apple Orchard
Location: 1303 Sweets Corners Road , Penfield, NY, 14526
Phone: 1-585-364-9313Open every day except Wednesdays - 10am to 7pm
Wickham Farms’ annual Sunflower Spectacular Festival invites you to explore the sheer beauty and colors of more than one hundred thousand sunflowers! Pick your own sunflowers, get lost in the giant (five-acre) corn maze, hop on a hayride through the vegetable fields and apple orchard, enjoy fresh donuts, test your aim with our high-powered apple cannons, or pick your own early-season apples. Along with fun in the flower fields, our Barnyard is open to all guests during Sunflower Spectacular. With more than 30 attractions, the Barnyard is the spot for interactive family fun. And don’t forget your camera!
Zac Brown Band - From The Fire Tour
Time: 6:30 PMHost/Presenter: St. Joseph’s Health Amphitheater at Lakeview
Location: 490 Restoration Way, Syracuse, NY, 13209
Phone: 1-315-435-5100This tour showcases Zac Brown Band’s one-of-a-kind, southern rock style, serving as an ode to fans and those that have lent a helping hand to pull this country out from the fire of these past few years and helped us all get back on our feet and unify as one. The band will be joined by special guests Marcus King and King Calaway.
Beer & Wine Train on the Adirondack Rail Road
Time: 6:30 PM, 6:45 PMHost/Presenter: Adirondack Scenic Railroad - Utica Union Station
Location: 321 Main Street, Utica, NY, 13501
Phone: 1-800-819-2291 Watch the scenic countryside roll by while sipping on the best wines and brews on this New York beer and wine train. Travel from Utica’s Union Station north to Remsen Station, enjoying a selection of quality drinks along the way. This almost three-hour train tour from Utica is a great way to spend a relaxing evening as you chug along. This week's musical guest: The Old Main.
Passengers receive a complimentary beer or wine glass (glass only – beverage not included) with each regular adult ticket purchase. Duration: 2.5 hours
Oswego Lighthouse Boat Tours
Time: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PMHost/Presenter: H. Lee White Maritime Museum
Location: 1 West First St., Oswego, NY, 13126
Phone: 1-315-342-0480The H. Lee White Maritime Museum at Oswego offers tours to the restored Oswego West Pierhead Lighthouse by boat on gorgeous Lake Ontario. Chartered by a licensed coast guard captain, the pontoon boat provides a smooth ride while a knowledgeable tour guide points out fascinating nautical attractions and historical landmarks.
Visitors to the Lighthouse should plan to spend about two hours total (including to and from transit time) for their experience and tour captains reserve the right to cancel or cut-short any trip due to weather or safety concerns.
Tours depart at the H. Lee White Maritime Museum, which houses one of the finest collections of Maritime Objects and Historical collections in the Great Lakes.
Music on the Erie Concert Series
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: T. Spencer Knight Park, Unnamed Road, Newark, NY, 14513
Phone: 1-315-331-2705Presented by the Greater Newark Chamber of Commerce, this summer concert series offers free live music from 6-8 pm every Friday evening (weather permitting). Enjoy the shows from the north or south side of the canal, while you view the park’s beautiful painted murals that celebrate canal heritage. These events will not be cancelled! They will be moved if there is a concern with the weather and decision will be made by 3 pm. All weather relocations will be held at the First Glass Wine Bar located at Doug Kent’s Rose Bowl Lanes (725 W. Miller St)
Beer & Wine Train on the Adirondack RR
Time: 6:30 PM, 6:45 PMHost/Presenter: Adirondack Scenic Railroad - Utica Union Station
Location: 321 Main Street, Utica, NY, 13501
Phone: 1-800-819-2291 Watch the scenic countryside roll by while sipping on the best wines and brews on this New York beer and wine train. Travel from Utica’s Union Station north to Remsen Station, enjoying a selection of quality drinks along the way. This almost three-hour train tour from Utica is a great way to spend a relaxing evening as you chug along. The trip incudes live entertainment that changes each week. Visit https://adirondackrr.com/ for more info.
Passengers receive a complimentary beer or wine glass (glass only – beverage not included) with each regular adult ticket purchase. Duration: 2.5 hours
ZooBrew at Seneca Park Zoo
Time: 5:30 PM - 9:00 PMHost/Presenter: Seneca Park Zoo
Location: 2222 Saint Paul Street, Rochester, NY, 14621
Phone: 1-585-336-7200This 21-and-over Happy Hour features regional beers, a variety of wines, live music, food and animal experiences. ZooBrew is becoming more popular among Rochesterians every year with record attendance and a long history of successful fundraising for the Zoo’s conservation and education programs. Drink Beer – Save Elephants! ZooBrew is the only happy hour in town where you help save elephants from extinction just by attending!
Bill Johnston’s Pirates Days
Host/Presenter: Alexandria Bay Chamber of Commerce
Location: Alexandria Bay, NY
Phone: 1-315-482-9531Alexandria Bay is proud of its renegade patriot Bill Johnston who blew up a British steamer and hid out in the 1000 Islands after the Patriots War.
Enjoy this 10-day celebration featuring a pirate ship attack of the village from the St. Lawrence River. The sword-fighting group, known as the ‘Tales from Remikreh,’ will be performing throughout the Village streets and at various Route 12 locations. Be sure to stop by and visit the Entertainment tent for a list of activities planned for that day. Enjoy the pirates, mermaids and more!
This is one swashbuckling festival not to miss!
Karen Barnes Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster Artist Showcase
Location: 3273 NY-28, Old Forge, NY, 13420
Phone: 315-369-6411Email: kmayo@viewarts.org
Exhibit hours: Monday - Saturday 10am - 4pm; Sunday 12pm - 4pm
View, in Old Forge, NY, announces the exhibit of paintings by Karen Barnes, 2023 poster artist for ANEAW. The work is on display through July 29th till September 24th. Karen Barnes is this years Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster artist. Barnes from Rome, New York, has been painting the Adirondacks for several years =. Beyond watercolor, Barnes is also an accomplished glass artist, muralist and illustrator. She’s especially well know for her illustrations for National Geographic, Hallmark and two children’s books.
The painting by Barnes selected for this year’s ANEAW poster, “The Kayaker” is on display at View and available for purchase, along with signed posters of the image. Additional examples of Barnes’ work
Cirque Italia Water Circus
Location: 498 Apple Court, Central Valley, NY, 10917
Phone: 941-704-8572Email: ticketoffice@cirqueitalia.com
HAVE YOU EVER HAD SUCH A VIVID DREAM YOU THOUGHT IT WAS REAL? Cirque Italia has pulled out all the stops this year to take you on a magical dream adventure. Trust us, this is one escapade you cannot afford to miss!
Have you ever wished you could turn back time? To go back to a simpler, happy time filled with sock hops, drive-in theaters, muscle cars, and thick sideburns? Well get out your poodle skirts and leather jackets!
Cirque Italia’s Gold Unit performers can’t wait to take you back to a time when hula hoops and soda fountains were abundant, Elvis Presley dominated the airwaves, greased hair was all the rage, and street racing was a parent’s greatest concern!
Widlund Gallery| ADK Folk School Artisan Exhibit
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: 228 Main Street, North Creek, NY, 12853
Phone: 518-251-2505Email: assistant@tannerypondcenter.org
Gallery Hours: Tues – Fri, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Sat, 12:00 - 4:00 PM | additional hours by appointment
Reception: July 14 | 5-7 PM
The Adirondack Folk School (AFS), a non-profit organization founded in 2010, is focused on celebrating and preserving the cultural heritage of the Adirondacks through promoting creativity and self-reliance by teaching the arts, crafts and traditions that define our legendary region. AFS is honored to participate in this special exhibit at Tannery Pond where our talented artisan instructors can share their work with the North Creek community. In this collection, you will find pieces from several AFS Instructors including Dennis Wilson, a highly skilled chip carver, Mark Swanberry, a copper artisan, and Janet Flinchbaugh, a floor cloth stenciling artist.
Schoharie County Sunshine Fair
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Location: 113 Sunshine Drive, Cobleskill, NY, 12043
Phone: 518-234-2123Email: info@sunshinefair.org
Established in 1857, highlights of this long-running county fair include Chainsaw sculptures, Demolition derbies, Harness racing, Tractor pull, Heritage Village, Royal Hanneford Circus, Live music and much more. Pay-one-price ticket includes admission to the fair, parking, unlimited rides, all grounds attractions and grandstand events.
ROC Cinema Open Mic
Time: 8:30 PM
Location: 957 S Clinton Ave., Rochester, NY, 14620
Email: CONTACT_US@ROCCINEMA.COMWhether you’re a first-time comic, a seasoned vet, or someone in need of a laugh, come out to the ROC CINEMA COMEDY OPEN MIC! The Innerloop Blog host's a great night of comedy, food, drinks, and prizes every Friday night!
HOW IT WORKS: Names will be drawn from a hat by the host and comics will have 5 minutes on the microphone! At the end of the night, the audience will vote on their favorite comic and the top performers will be invited to The Innerloop Blog’s Comedy Showcase! Those will be ticketed events on the last Friday of each month where comedians will get more stage time and get paid!
Charlie Wittman LIVE @ Bullfinch Brewpub
Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: 306 Hiawatha Blvd W, Syracuse, NY, 13204
Email: bullfinchbrewpub@gmail.comLive music from 6 PM - 9 PM! Charlie Wittman is an up-and-coming singer-songwriter who performs originals and covers for piano and voice. They released their debut single, “Unafraid,” in 2021, which they produced, mixed, and mastered from home during the pandemic, and is available for streaming on Spotify!
Bullfinch Brewpub is a locally owned restaurant and brewery, located in the level 1 canyon in the Destiny USA mall. 306 Hiawatha Blvd, Syracuse, NY 13204
National Silver Ball Tournament
Location: 1410 Flint Hill Road, Mumford, NY, 14511
Phone: 1-585-538-6822Email: info@gcv.org
Genesee Village & Museum offers the nation's most comprehensive 19th-century base ball program, including games all summer, and the National Silver Ball Tournament in August. Each season the Museum’s vintage base ball teams unpack their woolen uniforms, brown balls, and double-knobbed bats to play in Silver Base Ball Park, the first and finest replica 19th-century base ball park in the country. Vintage clubs from around the Northeast, Midwest, and Canada will visit GCV&M during this exciting weekend to compete in a round-robin tourney. Admission for all guests is half-price both Saturday and Sunday. Check the website for more information as updated.
Events for August 12
Glimmerglass Festival
Location: 7300 State Highway 80, Cooperstown, NY, 13326
Phone: 1-607-547-2255The Glimmerglass Festival is a one-of-a-kind internationally-acclaimed opera festival featuring a full schedule of live performances, events and discussions, the festival is truly a one-of-a-kind summer destination. Also available are brunches and dinners with the artists of this year's event.
Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMHost/Presenter: Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Location: Allan H. Treman State Marina, 805 Taughannock Blvd, Ithaca, NY, 14850
Phone: 1-607-327-5253Join Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours for a one-of-a-kind Finger Lakes opportunity for a combined 4-hour lake & land experience from our home dock at the Allan H. Treman State Marina to the famous Taughannock Falls State Park and back, with the options below to choose from. Knowledgeable narrators will also be on board to discuss the human and natural history of the lake and provide some hands-on activities, great for kids and adults alike!
- a 2 mile guided hike to Taughannock Falls with a NYS Park environmental educator.
- rent a paddleboard, single or tandem kayak from our friends at Paddle-n-More at discounted prices
- simply kick back and enjoy the park itself (there is a playground and swim area)
- order lunch while on the boat in the morning and enjoy it on the cruise back!
Choose your activity options when you make your reservation! You may bring your own snacks and/or lunch or order lunch while you're on the boat for $10. Seltzer water will be available.
Lake George Art and Craft Festival
Host/Presenter: Craftproducers
Location: 17 W Brook Rd , Charles R. Wood Park, Lake George, NY, 12845
Craft Producers will kick off the Lake George Art and Craft Festival. Enjoy a great mix of art, craft, food, and music.
It will be held in the beautiful Charles R. Wood Park, between the village and the Million Dollar Beach.
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Every Tuesday-Sunday from July 29-October 15
Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Fulton Jazz Festival
Location: Lock 3 Canal Park, Fulton, NY, 13069
Phone: 1-315-760-5299Email: fultonjazzfest@gmail.com
Enjoy amazing music, great food, and good times on the beautiful canal on the Oswego River. Each year, Fulton Jazz Fest brings some of the hottest jazz acts around from world-renowned artists to the very best in local talent.
Admission is free and there is food, beer and wine available for purchase. Bring your lawn chairs/blankets - Please leave pets and coolers at home. Click HERE for this year's lineup!
Erie County Fair
Location: Fairgrounds in Hamburg , 5600 McKinley Parkway, Hamburg, NY, 14075
Phone: 1-716-649-3900The Erie County Fair, held annually is the largest fair of it’s kind in New York State, and the 3rd largest county fair in the nation. It seeks to preserve and showcase our community’s agricultural traditions, talents, diversity and heritage. Come view the live animals, and visit their caretakers. Head over to the James E. Strates Shows midway, with more than 70 rides and 100 games. Enjoy continual entertainment on a number of stages, then visit the food vendors, whose options range from the casual to the extraordinary!
Chenango County Fair
Location: Chenango County Fairgrounds, 168 East Main St., Nowich, NY, 13815
Phone: 607-334-1400Email: info@chenangony.org
Chenango County Fair showcases local crops, animals, and food. Entertainment includes midway rides and games, harness racing, rodeo and bull riding, demolition derby, truck, and tractor pulls.
Hudson Valley Jazz Festival
Location: Various locations, Hudson Valley region, , ,
Email: hudsonvalleyjazzfest@gmail.comExperience live music and concerts throughout the Hudson Valley at the Hudson Valley Jazz Festival. Watch and listen to your favorite popular jazz artists or discover new local artists from the Hudson Valley community. At the festival, you can expect a wide range of performances at several venues. Many of the shows are free, making the festival an easily accessible option to experience live music and concerts.
Sunflower Spectacular Festival at Wickham Farms
Time: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PMHost/Presenter: Wickham Farms Apple Orchard
Location: 1303 Sweets Corners Road , Penfield, NY, 14526
Phone: 1-585-364-9313Open every day except Wednesdays - 10am to 7pm
Wickham Farms’ annual Sunflower Spectacular Festival invites you to explore the sheer beauty and colors of more than one hundred thousand sunflowers! Pick your own sunflowers, get lost in the giant (five-acre) corn maze, hop on a hayride through the vegetable fields and apple orchard, enjoy fresh donuts, test your aim with our high-powered apple cannons, or pick your own early-season apples. Along with fun in the flower fields, our Barnyard is open to all guests during Sunflower Spectacular. With more than 30 attractions, the Barnyard is the spot for interactive family fun. And don’t forget your camera!
Bill Johnston’s Pirates Days
Host/Presenter: Alexandria Bay Chamber of Commerce
Location: Alexandria Bay, NY
Phone: 1-315-482-9531Alexandria Bay is proud of its renegade patriot Bill Johnston who blew up a British steamer and hid out in the 1000 Islands after the Patriots War.
Enjoy this 10-day celebration featuring a pirate ship attack of the village from the St. Lawrence River. The sword-fighting group, known as the ‘Tales from Remikreh,’ will be performing throughout the Village streets and at various Route 12 locations. Be sure to stop by and visit the Entertainment tent for a list of activities planned for that day. Enjoy the pirates, mermaids and more!
This is one swashbuckling festival not to miss!
Sterling Renaissance Festival
Host/Presenter: Sterling Renaissance Festival
Location: 15385 Farden Road, Sterling , NY, 13156
Phone: 315-947-5782Be transported into the 16th-century village of Warwick, England at the Sterling Renaissance Festival. With 12 stages and more than 100 stage and street performers, professional actors, comedians and musicians, you will be drawn in by the interactive entertainment while the sights, sounds and delicious smells will delight and tantalize your senses. Visit with the Queen as she wanders through the village with her entourage, cheer on your favorite knight at one of the exciting jousts and laugh at the side-splitting jesters and comedians. But be careful you don’t get drawn into the mud pit or the dunking pond! The festival is open weekends from July through mid-August – rain or shine – and each weekend has a theme.
Oswego Lighthouse Boat Tours
Time: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PMHost/Presenter: H. Lee White Maritime Museum
Location: 1 West First St., Oswego, NY, 13126
Phone: 1-315-342-0480The H. Lee White Maritime Museum at Oswego offers tours to the restored Oswego West Pierhead Lighthouse by boat on gorgeous Lake Ontario. Chartered by a licensed coast guard captain, the pontoon boat provides a smooth ride while a knowledgeable tour guide points out fascinating nautical attractions and historical landmarks.
Visitors to the Lighthouse should plan to spend about two hours total (including to and from transit time) for their experience and tour captains reserve the right to cancel or cut-short any trip due to weather or safety concerns.
Tours depart at the H. Lee White Maritime Museum, which houses one of the finest collections of Maritime Objects and Historical collections in the Great Lakes.
Disturbed: Take Back Your Life Tour
Time: 6:30 PMHost/Presenter: St. Joseph’s Health Amphitheater at Lakeview
Location: 490 Restoration Way, Syracuse, NY, 13209
Phone: 1-315-435-5100With more than 17 million records sold worldwide, Disturbed ranks alongside Slipknot and Godsmack as one of the most successful rock bands of the 21st century.
Breaking Benjamin debuted with a brand of metal-tinged alternative that came to define the sound of mainstream rock in the early 2000s. In the United States alone, the band has sold more than 19 million units and yielded three RIAA-certified platinum records, two gold records, and several certified singles, including three multi-platinum, three platinum, and six gold.
Cooperstown & Charlotte Valley Railroad Train Robberies
Time: 12:00 PMHost/Presenter: Cooperstown & Charlotte Valley Railroad
Location: Oneonta, NY
Phone: (607) 432-2429Travel back in time to the exciting world of Outlaws and The Wild West! The train is carrying a strong box full to the brim with money and the local Outlaw Gang knows it. Will the bandits get away with the loot, or will the Lawmen prevail? Find out as a passenger on the Train Robbery featuring action packed shoot outs, period costumes, and fun entertainment for the whole family.
Karen Barnes Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster Artist Showcase
Location: 3273 NY-28, Old Forge, NY, 13420
Phone: 315-369-6411Email: kmayo@viewarts.org
Exhibit hours: Monday - Saturday 10am - 4pm; Sunday 12pm - 4pm
View, in Old Forge, NY, announces the exhibit of paintings by Karen Barnes, 2023 poster artist for ANEAW. The work is on display through July 29th till September 24th. Karen Barnes is this years Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster artist. Barnes from Rome, New York, has been painting the Adirondacks for several years =. Beyond watercolor, Barnes is also an accomplished glass artist, muralist and illustrator. She’s especially well know for her illustrations for National Geographic, Hallmark and two children’s books.
The painting by Barnes selected for this year’s ANEAW poster, “The Kayaker” is on display at View and available for purchase, along with signed posters of the image. Additional examples of Barnes’ work
Cirque Italia Water Circus
Location: 498 Apple Court, Central Valley, NY, 10917
Phone: 941-704-8572Email: ticketoffice@cirqueitalia.com
HAVE YOU EVER HAD SUCH A VIVID DREAM YOU THOUGHT IT WAS REAL? Cirque Italia has pulled out all the stops this year to take you on a magical dream adventure. Trust us, this is one escapade you cannot afford to miss!
Have you ever wished you could turn back time? To go back to a simpler, happy time filled with sock hops, drive-in theaters, muscle cars, and thick sideburns? Well get out your poodle skirts and leather jackets!
Cirque Italia’s Gold Unit performers can’t wait to take you back to a time when hula hoops and soda fountains were abundant, Elvis Presley dominated the airwaves, greased hair was all the rage, and street racing was a parent’s greatest concern!
Schoharie County Sunshine Fair
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Location: 113 Sunshine Drive, Cobleskill, NY, 12043
Phone: 518-234-2123Email: info@sunshinefair.org
Established in 1857, highlights of this long-running county fair include Chainsaw sculptures, Demolition derbies, Harness racing, Tractor pull, Heritage Village, Royal Hanneford Circus, Live music and much more. Pay-one-price ticket includes admission to the fair, parking, unlimited rides, all grounds attractions and grandstand events.
National Silver Ball Tournament
Location: 1410 Flint Hill Road, Mumford, NY, 14511
Phone: 1-585-538-6822Email: info@gcv.org
Genesee Village & Museum offers the nation's most comprehensive 19th-century base ball program, including games all summer, and the National Silver Ball Tournament in August. Each season the Museum’s vintage base ball teams unpack their woolen uniforms, brown balls, and double-knobbed bats to play in Silver Base Ball Park, the first and finest replica 19th-century base ball park in the country. Vintage clubs from around the Northeast, Midwest, and Canada will visit GCV&M during this exciting weekend to compete in a round-robin tourney. Admission for all guests is half-price both Saturday and Sunday. Check the website for more information as updated.
Widlund Gallery| ADK Folk School Artisan Exhibit
Time: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: 228 Main Street, North Creek, NY, 12853
Phone: 518-251-2505Email: assistant@tannerypondcenter.org
Gallery Hours: Tues – Fri, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Sat, 12:00 - 4:00 PM | additional hours by appointment
Reception: July 14 | 5-7 PM
The Adirondack Folk School (AFS), a non-profit organization founded in 2010, is focused on celebrating and preserving the cultural heritage of the Adirondacks through promoting creativity and self-reliance by teaching the arts, crafts and traditions that define our legendary region. AFS is honored to participate in this special exhibit at Tannery Pond where our talented artisan instructors can share their work with the North Creek community. In this collection, you will find pieces from several AFS Instructors including Dennis Wilson, a highly skilled chip carver, Mark Swanberry, a copper artisan, and Janet Flinchbaugh, a floor cloth stenciling artist.
Harvey Fonda LIVE @ Bullfinch Brewpub
Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: 306 Hiawatha Blvd W, Syracuse, NY, 13204
Email: bullfinchbrewpub@gmail.comLive music from 6 PM - 9 PM! Harvey Fonda is a singer/songwriter from Syracuse, NY. He combines smooth vocals with a unique style of rhythm guitar and draws inspiration from rock, jazz, and R&B.
Bullfinch Brewpub is a locally owned restaurant and brewery, located in the level 1 canyon in the Destiny USA mall. 306 Hiawatha Blvd, Syracuse, NY 13204
Founders Day Celebration
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PMHost/Presenter: Willard Chapel
Location: 17 Nelson St, Auburn, NY, 13021
Phone: 315-252-0339Email: admin@willard-chapel.com
Celebrate the annual Founder's Day Summer Arts Festival with the Finger Lakes Art Council and Willard Chapel! Learn about the Founders of Willard Chapel: Georgiana and Caroline Willard. Enjoy live music like Flock of Free Range Children, Nuclear Ukelele, and DYNAMIX. There will be food vendors, dozens of artisans, and free tours of the chapel!
The Finger Lakes Art Council's full-size historic figures will guide you through the festivities. Don't forget to pose for a #selfie!
We will again have a silent auction, and we sold out of our secret recipe lemonade and coffee early last year... don't miss it!
Artistic Impressions & Sew What will be open! The fabulous boutique and non-profit craft shop (respectively) are hidden gems here in Aubur
Marmen Quartet at Tannery Pond
Time: 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Location: 110 Darrow Road, New Lebanon, NY, 12125
Phone: 518-941-4331Email: boxoffice@capitalregionclassical.org
Having won the Banff and Bordeaux International String Quartet Competitions, the emergent Marmen arrives from London to perform a program featuring a haunting work by Ligeti between two classical period masterworks.
Haydn: C-major Quartet, Op. 50, No. 2, Prussian
Ligeti: Second Quartet
Beethoven: E-minor Quartet, Op 59, No. 2, Razumovsky
Events for August 13
Glimmerglass Festival
Location: 7300 State Highway 80, Cooperstown, NY, 13326
Phone: 1-607-547-2255The Glimmerglass Festival is a one-of-a-kind internationally-acclaimed opera festival featuring a full schedule of live performances, events and discussions, the festival is truly a one-of-a-kind summer destination. Also available are brunches and dinners with the artists of this year's event.
Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMHost/Presenter: Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Location: Allan H. Treman State Marina, 805 Taughannock Blvd, Ithaca, NY, 14850
Phone: 1-607-327-5253Join Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours for a one-of-a-kind Finger Lakes opportunity for a combined 4-hour lake & land experience from our home dock at the Allan H. Treman State Marina to the famous Taughannock Falls State Park and back, with the options below to choose from. Knowledgeable narrators will also be on board to discuss the human and natural history of the lake and provide some hands-on activities, great for kids and adults alike!
- a 2 mile guided hike to Taughannock Falls with a NYS Park environmental educator.
- rent a paddleboard, single or tandem kayak from our friends at Paddle-n-More at discounted prices
- simply kick back and enjoy the park itself (there is a playground and swim area)
- order lunch while on the boat in the morning and enjoy it on the cruise back!
Choose your activity options when you make your reservation! You may bring your own snacks and/or lunch or order lunch while you're on the boat for $10. Seltzer water will be available.
Lake George Art and Craft Festival
Host/Presenter: Craftproducers
Location: 17 W Brook Rd , Charles R. Wood Park, Lake George, NY, 12845
Craft Producers will kick off the Lake George Art and Craft Festival. Enjoy a great mix of art, craft, food, and music.
It will be held in the beautiful Charles R. Wood Park, between the village and the Million Dollar Beach.
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Every Tuesday-Sunday from July 29-October 15
Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Fulton Jazz Festival
Location: Lock 3 Canal Park, Fulton, NY, 13069
Phone: 1-315-760-5299Email: fultonjazzfest@gmail.com
Enjoy amazing music, great food, and good times on the beautiful canal on the Oswego River. Each year, Fulton Jazz Fest brings some of the hottest jazz acts around from world-renowned artists to the very best in local talent.
Admission is free and there is food, beer and wine available for purchase. Bring your lawn chairs/blankets - Please leave pets and coolers at home. Click HERE for this year's lineup!
Erie County Fair
Location: Fairgrounds in Hamburg , 5600 McKinley Parkway, Hamburg, NY, 14075
Phone: 1-716-649-3900The Erie County Fair, held annually is the largest fair of it’s kind in New York State, and the 3rd largest county fair in the nation. It seeks to preserve and showcase our community’s agricultural traditions, talents, diversity and heritage. Come view the live animals, and visit their caretakers. Head over to the James E. Strates Shows midway, with more than 70 rides and 100 games. Enjoy continual entertainment on a number of stages, then visit the food vendors, whose options range from the casual to the extraordinary!
Chenango County Fair
Location: Chenango County Fairgrounds, 168 East Main St., Nowich, NY, 13815
Phone: 607-334-1400Email: info@chenangony.org
Chenango County Fair showcases local crops, animals, and food. Entertainment includes midway rides and games, harness racing, rodeo and bull riding, demolition derby, truck, and tractor pulls.
Hudson Valley Jazz Festival
Location: Various locations, Hudson Valley region, , ,
Email: hudsonvalleyjazzfest@gmail.comExperience live music and concerts throughout the Hudson Valley at the Hudson Valley Jazz Festival. Watch and listen to your favorite popular jazz artists or discover new local artists from the Hudson Valley community. At the festival, you can expect a wide range of performances at several venues. Many of the shows are free, making the festival an easily accessible option to experience live music and concerts.
Sunflower Spectacular Festival at Wickham Farms
Time: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PMHost/Presenter: Wickham Farms Apple Orchard
Location: 1303 Sweets Corners Road , Penfield, NY, 14526
Phone: 1-585-364-9313Open every day except Wednesdays - 10am to 7pm
Wickham Farms’ annual Sunflower Spectacular Festival invites you to explore the sheer beauty and colors of more than one hundred thousand sunflowers! Pick your own sunflowers, get lost in the giant (five-acre) corn maze, hop on a hayride through the vegetable fields and apple orchard, enjoy fresh donuts, test your aim with our high-powered apple cannons, or pick your own early-season apples. Along with fun in the flower fields, our Barnyard is open to all guests during Sunflower Spectacular. With more than 30 attractions, the Barnyard is the spot for interactive family fun. And don’t forget your camera!
Bill Johnston’s Pirates Days
Host/Presenter: Alexandria Bay Chamber of Commerce
Location: Alexandria Bay, NY
Phone: 1-315-482-9531Alexandria Bay is proud of its renegade patriot Bill Johnston who blew up a British steamer and hid out in the 1000 Islands after the Patriots War.
Enjoy this 10-day celebration featuring a pirate ship attack of the village from the St. Lawrence River. The sword-fighting group, known as the ‘Tales from Remikreh,’ will be performing throughout the Village streets and at various Route 12 locations. Be sure to stop by and visit the Entertainment tent for a list of activities planned for that day. Enjoy the pirates, mermaids and more!
This is one swashbuckling festival not to miss!
Sterling Renaissance Festival
Host/Presenter: Sterling Renaissance Festival
Location: 15385 Farden Road, Sterling , NY, 13156
Phone: 315-947-5782Be transported into the 16th-century village of Warwick, England at the Sterling Renaissance Festival. With 12 stages and more than 100 stage and street performers, professional actors, comedians and musicians, you will be drawn in by the interactive entertainment while the sights, sounds and delicious smells will delight and tantalize your senses. Visit with the Queen as she wanders through the village with her entourage, cheer on your favorite knight at one of the exciting jousts and laugh at the side-splitting jesters and comedians. But be careful you don’t get drawn into the mud pit or the dunking pond! The festival is open weekends from July through mid-August – rain or shine – and each weekend has a theme.
Ice Cream Sundays on the Catskill Mountain Railroad
Host/Presenter: Catskill Mountain Road
Location: Westbrook Lane Station in Kingston Plaza , 55 Plaza Road , Kingston , NY, 12401
Phone: 845-332-4854Email: info@catskillmountainrailroad.com
Enjoy a delicious ice cream treat as you see the natural beauty of the Catskills from our railroad’s scenic train. All trains are round trip from the Westbrook Lane Station located in the Kingston Plaza adjacent Uptown Kingston’s Stockade District. Hop on Catskill Mountain Railroad and travel through some of the oldest farmlands in the United States where we will cross the Esopus creek on the restored C9 bridge and go through the Hurley Flats and then start climbing Hurley Mountain. Rides are approximately an hour long.
Karen Barnes Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster Artist Showcase
Location: 3273 NY-28, Old Forge, NY, 13420
Phone: 315-369-6411Email: kmayo@viewarts.org
Exhibit hours: Monday - Saturday 10am - 4pm; Sunday 12pm - 4pm
View, in Old Forge, NY, announces the exhibit of paintings by Karen Barnes, 2023 poster artist for ANEAW. The work is on display through July 29th till September 24th. Karen Barnes is this years Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster artist. Barnes from Rome, New York, has been painting the Adirondacks for several years =. Beyond watercolor, Barnes is also an accomplished glass artist, muralist and illustrator. She’s especially well know for her illustrations for National Geographic, Hallmark and two children’s books.
The painting by Barnes selected for this year’s ANEAW poster, “The Kayaker” is on display at View and available for purchase, along with signed posters of the image. Additional examples of Barnes’ work
Cirque Italia Water Circus
Location: 498 Apple Court, Central Valley, NY, 10917
Phone: 941-704-8572Email: ticketoffice@cirqueitalia.com
HAVE YOU EVER HAD SUCH A VIVID DREAM YOU THOUGHT IT WAS REAL? Cirque Italia has pulled out all the stops this year to take you on a magical dream adventure. Trust us, this is one escapade you cannot afford to miss!
Have you ever wished you could turn back time? To go back to a simpler, happy time filled with sock hops, drive-in theaters, muscle cars, and thick sideburns? Well get out your poodle skirts and leather jackets!
Cirque Italia’s Gold Unit performers can’t wait to take you back to a time when hula hoops and soda fountains were abundant, Elvis Presley dominated the airwaves, greased hair was all the rage, and street racing was a parent’s greatest concern!
Schoharie County Sunshine Fair
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Location: 113 Sunshine Drive, Cobleskill, NY, 12043
Phone: 518-234-2123Email: info@sunshinefair.org
Established in 1857, highlights of this long-running county fair include Chainsaw sculptures, Demolition derbies, Harness racing, Tractor pull, Heritage Village, Royal Hanneford Circus, Live music and much more. Pay-one-price ticket includes admission to the fair, parking, unlimited rides, all grounds attractions and grandstand events.
National Silver Ball Tournament
Location: 1410 Flint Hill Road, Mumford, NY, 14511
Phone: 1-585-538-6822Email: info@gcv.org
Genesee Village & Museum offers the nation's most comprehensive 19th-century base ball program, including games all summer, and the National Silver Ball Tournament in August. Each season the Museum’s vintage base ball teams unpack their woolen uniforms, brown balls, and double-knobbed bats to play in Silver Base Ball Park, the first and finest replica 19th-century base ball park in the country. Vintage clubs from around the Northeast, Midwest, and Canada will visit GCV&M during this exciting weekend to compete in a round-robin tourney. Admission for all guests is half-price both Saturday and Sunday. Check the website for more information as updated.
Prison city Brewing Hops N Shop
Time: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Location: 251 North Street, Auburn , NY, 13021
Email: amy@prisoncitybrewing.comOur newest event, Hops & Shops will be held on Sundays from 12 - 5 pm from June 4th - September 24th. Hops & Shops will be a unique blend of farmer’s market items, craft vendors, flea market shopping, live music, food, and of course, Prison City beer. Hops & Shops will consist of 3 different areas at our Prison City Urban Farm Brewery located at 251 North St. Auburn, NY
- THE BARN: Vintage Flea Market
10 vendors - items can remain in this locked barn each week as needed for the summer.
New & gently used items/antiques.
- THE BARN LAWN: Farmer’s Market
8 vendors - pull up in your truck, put out a table, and start selling.
- THE COURTYARD: Makers Market
12 vendors - pop up your tent, unload at the gates, and set up your space. The co
Mountaindale Second Sundays : Artisan Fair & Farmers Market
Time: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location: 69 Main St, Mountaindale, NY, 12763
Email: Mountaindalebusiness@gmail.comDiscover the best of local artisans and farmers at Mountaindale's Second Sunday Artisan Fair and Farmer's Market. Featuring a diverse range of products from artists, makers, thrifters, and farmers, this market is a must-visit destination for those seeking unique and high-quality goods and produce. Mountaindale's Second Sunday Artisan Fair and Farmer's Market runs from June through September, 11 - 3pm rain or shine.
Liverpool Elks Lodge 33rd Annual Musicfest
Time: 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Location: 3730 Coldsprings Rd, Baldwinsville, NY, 13027
Phone: 315-622-2348Email: jgiuseppetti29@gmail.com
Annual Musicfest to Benefit ACCESS CNY and Cerebral Palsy. Event includes 3 Bands (Dirt Road Duo, Rhythm Method and Ditch Daisies. Raffle baskets, 50/50's, FOOD and beverages available. Parking is available with a shuttle available from lot down the street. Cost is $5.00
Sensory Birthday Party Fundraiser
Time: 3:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Location: 65 South Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866
Phone: 518-584-5540Email: info@cmssny.org
Join us in celebrating a milestone at The Children's Museum at Saratoga!
We're thrilled to invite everyone to a special birthday party as we mark the Museum's first year of operation at our new location! This is a party for all to enjoy, so spread the word and bring your friends and family along. Pay what you will, with a suggested donation of $15 per person, to support our mission of providing educational experiences for all children.
For this special celebration, the lights and sounds on the exhibitions will be turned off for a sensory-friendly experience.
The Pirates of Penzance
Time: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: 11 E. Broadway, Salem, NY, 12875
Phone: 518-854-7192Email: office@fortsalem.com
A "modern major" comedy, Pirates of Penzance is the hilariously famous operetta by W.S. Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan, jam-packed with dutiful daughters, cowering constables, and softhearted swashbucklers, as well as a young pirate apprentice named Frederic approaching his 21st birthday and seeking out love and adventure - with many side steps along the way!
Events for August 14
Glimmerglass Festival
Location: 7300 State Highway 80, Cooperstown, NY, 13326
Phone: 1-607-547-2255The Glimmerglass Festival is a one-of-a-kind internationally-acclaimed opera festival featuring a full schedule of live performances, events and discussions, the festival is truly a one-of-a-kind summer destination. Also available are brunches and dinners with the artists of this year's event.
Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMHost/Presenter: Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Location: Allan H. Treman State Marina, 805 Taughannock Blvd, Ithaca, NY, 14850
Phone: 1-607-327-5253Join Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours for a one-of-a-kind Finger Lakes opportunity for a combined 4-hour lake & land experience from our home dock at the Allan H. Treman State Marina to the famous Taughannock Falls State Park and back, with the options below to choose from. Knowledgeable narrators will also be on board to discuss the human and natural history of the lake and provide some hands-on activities, great for kids and adults alike!
- a 2 mile guided hike to Taughannock Falls with a NYS Park environmental educator.
- rent a paddleboard, single or tandem kayak from our friends at Paddle-n-More at discounted prices
- simply kick back and enjoy the park itself (there is a playground and swim area)
- order lunch while on the boat in the morning and enjoy it on the cruise back!
Choose your activity options when you make your reservation! You may bring your own snacks and/or lunch or order lunch while you're on the boat for $10. Seltzer water will be available.
Lake George Art and Craft Festival
Host/Presenter: Craftproducers
Location: 17 W Brook Rd , Charles R. Wood Park, Lake George, NY, 12845
Craft Producers will kick off the Lake George Art and Craft Festival. Enjoy a great mix of art, craft, food, and music.
It will be held in the beautiful Charles R. Wood Park, between the village and the Million Dollar Beach.
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Every Tuesday-Sunday from July 29-October 15
Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Erie County Fair
Location: Fairgrounds in Hamburg , 5600 McKinley Parkway, Hamburg, NY, 14075
Phone: 1-716-649-3900The Erie County Fair, held annually is the largest fair of it’s kind in New York State, and the 3rd largest county fair in the nation. It seeks to preserve and showcase our community’s agricultural traditions, talents, diversity and heritage. Come view the live animals, and visit their caretakers. Head over to the James E. Strates Shows midway, with more than 70 rides and 100 games. Enjoy continual entertainment on a number of stages, then visit the food vendors, whose options range from the casual to the extraordinary!
Sunflower Spectacular Festival at Wickham Farms
Time: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PMHost/Presenter: Wickham Farms Apple Orchard
Location: 1303 Sweets Corners Road , Penfield, NY, 14526
Phone: 1-585-364-9313Open every day except Wednesdays - 10am to 7pm
Wickham Farms’ annual Sunflower Spectacular Festival invites you to explore the sheer beauty and colors of more than one hundred thousand sunflowers! Pick your own sunflowers, get lost in the giant (five-acre) corn maze, hop on a hayride through the vegetable fields and apple orchard, enjoy fresh donuts, test your aim with our high-powered apple cannons, or pick your own early-season apples. Along with fun in the flower fields, our Barnyard is open to all guests during Sunflower Spectacular. With more than 30 attractions, the Barnyard is the spot for interactive family fun. And don’t forget your camera!
Bill Johnston’s Pirates Days
Host/Presenter: Alexandria Bay Chamber of Commerce
Location: Alexandria Bay, NY
Phone: 1-315-482-9531Alexandria Bay is proud of its renegade patriot Bill Johnston who blew up a British steamer and hid out in the 1000 Islands after the Patriots War.
Enjoy this 10-day celebration featuring a pirate ship attack of the village from the St. Lawrence River. The sword-fighting group, known as the ‘Tales from Remikreh,’ will be performing throughout the Village streets and at various Route 12 locations. Be sure to stop by and visit the Entertainment tent for a list of activities planned for that day. Enjoy the pirates, mermaids and more!
This is one swashbuckling festival not to miss!
Karen Barnes Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster Artist Showcase
Location: 3273 NY-28, Old Forge, NY, 13420
Phone: 315-369-6411Email: kmayo@viewarts.org
Exhibit hours: Monday - Saturday 10am - 4pm; Sunday 12pm - 4pm
View, in Old Forge, NY, announces the exhibit of paintings by Karen Barnes, 2023 poster artist for ANEAW. The work is on display through July 29th till September 24th. Karen Barnes is this years Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster artist. Barnes from Rome, New York, has been painting the Adirondacks for several years =. Beyond watercolor, Barnes is also an accomplished glass artist, muralist and illustrator. She’s especially well know for her illustrations for National Geographic, Hallmark and two children’s books.
The painting by Barnes selected for this year’s ANEAW poster, “The Kayaker” is on display at View and available for purchase, along with signed posters of the image. Additional examples of Barnes’ work
Madison Bouckville Antique Week
Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: Route 20, Bouckville, NY, 13310
Phone: 315-825-1831Email: lmdesign13346@gmail.com
Come shop thousands of antiques on a two mile stretch of historic Route 20 through the towns of Madison and Bouckville. Browse antique treasures, collectable gems, vintage memorabilia and so much more at New York State’s largest antique show. There are 13 independent show fields and admission is FREE! This amazing event features more than 2,000 dealers and vendors; antiques and collectibles from past centuries; eclectic food trucks & vendors; plenty of parking at several show fields; and year-round antique shops and co-ops open daily during the show. Your treasure awaits!
Madison-Bouckville is a year-round destination. Please visit our website www.madison-bouckville.com to learn more about upcoming events.
The Great Delaware County Fair
Time: 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Location: 2 Fair Street, Walton, NY, 13856
Phone: 607-865-4763Email: delcofair@gmail.com
This 136th annual family-fun event features midway rides (Tuesday - Saturday), live music, illusionist shows, Cowboy Circus, motorsports, livestock events, horse shows, exhibits, contests, favorite fair food and more.
Highlights include The Driftwoods (7:30pm Monday); Kids Power Wheels Derby (11am Tuesday); Farm Tractor Pull (9am Wednesday); The Beadle Brothers (7:30pm Thursday); Horse Pull (6pm Friday); Karaoke Finale (1pm Saturday).
$10 admission (free for kids under 13). Unlimited ride wristbands are $35 on site or $25 online before 5pm Aug. 14. See website for a pre-sale ride ticket special and tickets for grandstand events including demolition derbies. The fair is presented by the nonprofit Delaware Valley Agricultural Society of Wal
Events for August 15
Glimmerglass Festival
Location: 7300 State Highway 80, Cooperstown, NY, 13326
Phone: 1-607-547-2255The Glimmerglass Festival is a one-of-a-kind internationally-acclaimed opera festival featuring a full schedule of live performances, events and discussions, the festival is truly a one-of-a-kind summer destination. Also available are brunches and dinners with the artists of this year's event.
Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMHost/Presenter: Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Location: Allan H. Treman State Marina, 805 Taughannock Blvd, Ithaca, NY, 14850
Phone: 1-607-327-5253Join Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours for a one-of-a-kind Finger Lakes opportunity for a combined 4-hour lake & land experience from our home dock at the Allan H. Treman State Marina to the famous Taughannock Falls State Park and back, with the options below to choose from. Knowledgeable narrators will also be on board to discuss the human and natural history of the lake and provide some hands-on activities, great for kids and adults alike!
- a 2 mile guided hike to Taughannock Falls with a NYS Park environmental educator.
- rent a paddleboard, single or tandem kayak from our friends at Paddle-n-More at discounted prices
- simply kick back and enjoy the park itself (there is a playground and swim area)
- order lunch while on the boat in the morning and enjoy it on the cruise back!
Choose your activity options when you make your reservation! You may bring your own snacks and/or lunch or order lunch while you're on the boat for $10. Seltzer water will be available.
Lake George Art and Craft Festival
Host/Presenter: Craftproducers
Location: 17 W Brook Rd , Charles R. Wood Park, Lake George, NY, 12845
Craft Producers will kick off the Lake George Art and Craft Festival. Enjoy a great mix of art, craft, food, and music.
It will be held in the beautiful Charles R. Wood Park, between the village and the Million Dollar Beach.
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Every Tuesday-Sunday from July 29-October 15
Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Erie County Fair
Location: Fairgrounds in Hamburg , 5600 McKinley Parkway, Hamburg, NY, 14075
Phone: 1-716-649-3900The Erie County Fair, held annually is the largest fair of it’s kind in New York State, and the 3rd largest county fair in the nation. It seeks to preserve and showcase our community’s agricultural traditions, talents, diversity and heritage. Come view the live animals, and visit their caretakers. Head over to the James E. Strates Shows midway, with more than 70 rides and 100 games. Enjoy continual entertainment on a number of stages, then visit the food vendors, whose options range from the casual to the extraordinary!
Sunflower Spectacular Festival at Wickham Farms
Time: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PMHost/Presenter: Wickham Farms Apple Orchard
Location: 1303 Sweets Corners Road , Penfield, NY, 14526
Phone: 1-585-364-9313Open every day except Wednesdays - 10am to 7pm
Wickham Farms’ annual Sunflower Spectacular Festival invites you to explore the sheer beauty and colors of more than one hundred thousand sunflowers! Pick your own sunflowers, get lost in the giant (five-acre) corn maze, hop on a hayride through the vegetable fields and apple orchard, enjoy fresh donuts, test your aim with our high-powered apple cannons, or pick your own early-season apples. Along with fun in the flower fields, our Barnyard is open to all guests during Sunflower Spectacular. With more than 30 attractions, the Barnyard is the spot for interactive family fun. And don’t forget your camera!
Bill Johnston’s Pirates Days
Host/Presenter: Alexandria Bay Chamber of Commerce
Location: Alexandria Bay, NY
Phone: 1-315-482-9531Alexandria Bay is proud of its renegade patriot Bill Johnston who blew up a British steamer and hid out in the 1000 Islands after the Patriots War.
Enjoy this 10-day celebration featuring a pirate ship attack of the village from the St. Lawrence River. The sword-fighting group, known as the ‘Tales from Remikreh,’ will be performing throughout the Village streets and at various Route 12 locations. Be sure to stop by and visit the Entertainment tent for a list of activities planned for that day. Enjoy the pirates, mermaids and more!
This is one swashbuckling festival not to miss!
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Karen Barnes Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster Artist Showcase
Location: 3273 NY-28, Old Forge, NY, 13420
Phone: 315-369-6411Email: kmayo@viewarts.org
Exhibit hours: Monday - Saturday 10am - 4pm; Sunday 12pm - 4pm
View, in Old Forge, NY, announces the exhibit of paintings by Karen Barnes, 2023 poster artist for ANEAW. The work is on display through July 29th till September 24th. Karen Barnes is this years Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster artist. Barnes from Rome, New York, has been painting the Adirondacks for several years =. Beyond watercolor, Barnes is also an accomplished glass artist, muralist and illustrator. She’s especially well know for her illustrations for National Geographic, Hallmark and two children’s books.
The painting by Barnes selected for this year’s ANEAW poster, “The Kayaker” is on display at View and available for purchase, along with signed posters of the image. Additional examples of Barnes’ work
Madison Bouckville Antique Week
Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: Route 20, Bouckville, NY, 13310
Phone: 315-825-1831Email: lmdesign13346@gmail.com
Come shop thousands of antiques on a two mile stretch of historic Route 20 through the towns of Madison and Bouckville. Browse antique treasures, collectable gems, vintage memorabilia and so much more at New York State’s largest antique show. There are 13 independent show fields and admission is FREE! This amazing event features more than 2,000 dealers and vendors; antiques and collectibles from past centuries; eclectic food trucks & vendors; plenty of parking at several show fields; and year-round antique shops and co-ops open daily during the show. Your treasure awaits!
Madison-Bouckville is a year-round destination. Please visit our website www.madison-bouckville.com to learn more about upcoming events.
The Great Delaware County Fair
Time: 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Location: 2 Fair Street, Walton, NY, 13856
Phone: 607-865-4763Email: delcofair@gmail.com
This 136th annual family-fun event features midway rides (Tuesday - Saturday), live music, illusionist shows, Cowboy Circus, motorsports, livestock events, horse shows, exhibits, contests, favorite fair food and more.
Highlights include The Driftwoods (7:30pm Monday); Kids Power Wheels Derby (11am Tuesday); Farm Tractor Pull (9am Wednesday); The Beadle Brothers (7:30pm Thursday); Horse Pull (6pm Friday); Karaoke Finale (1pm Saturday).
$10 admission (free for kids under 13). Unlimited ride wristbands are $35 on site or $25 online before 5pm Aug. 14. See website for a pre-sale ride ticket special and tickets for grandstand events including demolition derbies. The fair is presented by the nonprofit Delaware Valley Agricultural Society of Wal
Altamont Fair
Location: NY-146 & Arlington Street, Altamont, NY, 12009
Phone: 518-861-6671Email: info@altamontfair.com
The Capital Region's hometown fair features exciting midway rides, live music on two stages, Royal Hanneford Circus, BMX Stunt Show, demolition derby, Live Shark Encounter, racing pigs, hypnotist shows, animal barns, livestock shows, lumberjack show, exhibits, fair food and more. Admission: $5 Tuesday (free for kids under 36" tall); $13 for ages 11 & older Wednesday - Sunday ($11 online before Aug. 15); free Wednesday - Sunday for ages 10 & younger. Unlimited ride wristbands are $25 Tuesday, $30 Wednesday - Sunday, and $25 online before Aug. 15. Fair gates open at noon on Tuesday and 10 am Wednesday - Sunday. Midway hours: 2-10 pm Tuesday, noon-10 pm Wednesday - Thursday, noon-11 pm Friday - Saturday, noon-8 pm Sunday
Widlund Gallery | Upper Hudson Valley Watercolor Society
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: 228 Main Street, North Creek, NY, 12853
Phone: 518-251-2505Email: assistant@tannerypondcenter.org
Aug. 15-Sept. 20
Gallery Hours: Tues – Fri, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Sat, 12:00 - 4:00 PM | additional hours by appointment
Reception: August 25 | 5-7 PM
The exhibit includes works by the group which consists of artists of all abilities from the Adirondacks and surrounding region, working in watercolor, gouache, or other forms of watermedia.
Events for August 16
Glimmerglass Festival
Location: 7300 State Highway 80, Cooperstown, NY, 13326
Phone: 1-607-547-2255The Glimmerglass Festival is a one-of-a-kind internationally-acclaimed opera festival featuring a full schedule of live performances, events and discussions, the festival is truly a one-of-a-kind summer destination. Also available are brunches and dinners with the artists of this year's event.
Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMHost/Presenter: Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Location: Allan H. Treman State Marina, 805 Taughannock Blvd, Ithaca, NY, 14850
Phone: 1-607-327-5253Join Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours for a one-of-a-kind Finger Lakes opportunity for a combined 4-hour lake & land experience from our home dock at the Allan H. Treman State Marina to the famous Taughannock Falls State Park and back, with the options below to choose from. Knowledgeable narrators will also be on board to discuss the human and natural history of the lake and provide some hands-on activities, great for kids and adults alike!
- a 2 mile guided hike to Taughannock Falls with a NYS Park environmental educator.
- rent a paddleboard, single or tandem kayak from our friends at Paddle-n-More at discounted prices
- simply kick back and enjoy the park itself (there is a playground and swim area)
- order lunch while on the boat in the morning and enjoy it on the cruise back!
Choose your activity options when you make your reservation! You may bring your own snacks and/or lunch or order lunch while you're on the boat for $10. Seltzer water will be available.
Lake George Art and Craft Festival
Host/Presenter: Craftproducers
Location: 17 W Brook Rd , Charles R. Wood Park, Lake George, NY, 12845
Craft Producers will kick off the Lake George Art and Craft Festival. Enjoy a great mix of art, craft, food, and music.
It will be held in the beautiful Charles R. Wood Park, between the village and the Million Dollar Beach.
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Every Tuesday-Sunday from July 29-October 15
Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Erie County Fair
Location: Fairgrounds in Hamburg , 5600 McKinley Parkway, Hamburg, NY, 14075
Phone: 1-716-649-3900The Erie County Fair, held annually is the largest fair of it’s kind in New York State, and the 3rd largest county fair in the nation. It seeks to preserve and showcase our community’s agricultural traditions, talents, diversity and heritage. Come view the live animals, and visit their caretakers. Head over to the James E. Strates Shows midway, with more than 70 rides and 100 games. Enjoy continual entertainment on a number of stages, then visit the food vendors, whose options range from the casual to the extraordinary!
Bill Johnston’s Pirates Days
Host/Presenter: Alexandria Bay Chamber of Commerce
Location: Alexandria Bay, NY
Phone: 1-315-482-9531Alexandria Bay is proud of its renegade patriot Bill Johnston who blew up a British steamer and hid out in the 1000 Islands after the Patriots War.
Enjoy this 10-day celebration featuring a pirate ship attack of the village from the St. Lawrence River. The sword-fighting group, known as the ‘Tales from Remikreh,’ will be performing throughout the Village streets and at various Route 12 locations. Be sure to stop by and visit the Entertainment tent for a list of activities planned for that day. Enjoy the pirates, mermaids and more!
This is one swashbuckling festival not to miss!
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Oswego Summer Sunset Concert Series at Breitbeck Park
Time: 7:30 PMHost/Presenter: City of Oswego and the Oswego County Musicians Collaborative
Location: Breitbeck Park, 91 Lake St., Oswego, NY, 13126
Oswego is bringing back the Oswego Sunset Concert Series at Breitbeck Park. The series, which dates back to 1935, will move from the city bandstand to the pavilion in Breitbeck Park. Every Wednesday night during the concert series, attendees will get to hear their favorite big band and jazz compositions. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets. Concerts are free and open to the public.
Karen Barnes Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster Artist Showcase
Location: 3273 NY-28, Old Forge, NY, 13420
Phone: 315-369-6411Email: kmayo@viewarts.org
Exhibit hours: Monday - Saturday 10am - 4pm; Sunday 12pm - 4pm
View, in Old Forge, NY, announces the exhibit of paintings by Karen Barnes, 2023 poster artist for ANEAW. The work is on display through July 29th till September 24th. Karen Barnes is this years Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster artist. Barnes from Rome, New York, has been painting the Adirondacks for several years =. Beyond watercolor, Barnes is also an accomplished glass artist, muralist and illustrator. She’s especially well know for her illustrations for National Geographic, Hallmark and two children’s books.
The painting by Barnes selected for this year’s ANEAW poster, “The Kayaker” is on display at View and available for purchase, along with signed posters of the image. Additional examples of Barnes’ work
Madison Bouckville Antique Week
Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: Route 20, Bouckville, NY, 13310
Phone: 315-825-1831Email: lmdesign13346@gmail.com
Come shop thousands of antiques on a two mile stretch of historic Route 20 through the towns of Madison and Bouckville. Browse antique treasures, collectable gems, vintage memorabilia and so much more at New York State’s largest antique show. There are 13 independent show fields and admission is FREE! This amazing event features more than 2,000 dealers and vendors; antiques and collectibles from past centuries; eclectic food trucks & vendors; plenty of parking at several show fields; and year-round antique shops and co-ops open daily during the show. Your treasure awaits!
Madison-Bouckville is a year-round destination. Please visit our website www.madison-bouckville.com to learn more about upcoming events.
The Great Delaware County Fair
Time: 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Location: 2 Fair Street, Walton, NY, 13856
Phone: 607-865-4763Email: delcofair@gmail.com
This 136th annual family-fun event features midway rides (Tuesday - Saturday), live music, illusionist shows, Cowboy Circus, motorsports, livestock events, horse shows, exhibits, contests, favorite fair food and more.
Highlights include The Driftwoods (7:30pm Monday); Kids Power Wheels Derby (11am Tuesday); Farm Tractor Pull (9am Wednesday); The Beadle Brothers (7:30pm Thursday); Horse Pull (6pm Friday); Karaoke Finale (1pm Saturday).
$10 admission (free for kids under 13). Unlimited ride wristbands are $35 on site or $25 online before 5pm Aug. 14. See website for a pre-sale ride ticket special and tickets for grandstand events including demolition derbies. The fair is presented by the nonprofit Delaware Valley Agricultural Society of Wal
Altamont Fair
Location: NY-146 & Arlington Street, Altamont, NY, 12009
Phone: 518-861-6671Email: info@altamontfair.com
The Capital Region's hometown fair features exciting midway rides, live music on two stages, Royal Hanneford Circus, BMX Stunt Show, demolition derby, Live Shark Encounter, racing pigs, hypnotist shows, animal barns, livestock shows, lumberjack show, exhibits, fair food and more. Admission: $5 Tuesday (free for kids under 36" tall); $13 for ages 11 & older Wednesday - Sunday ($11 online before Aug. 15); free Wednesday - Sunday for ages 10 & younger. Unlimited ride wristbands are $25 Tuesday, $30 Wednesday - Sunday, and $25 online before Aug. 15. Fair gates open at noon on Tuesday and 10 am Wednesday - Sunday. Midway hours: 2-10 pm Tuesday, noon-10 pm Wednesday - Thursday, noon-11 pm Friday - Saturday, noon-8 pm Sunday
Widlund Gallery | Upper Hudson Valley Watercolor Society
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: 228 Main Street, North Creek, NY, 12853
Phone: 518-251-2505Email: assistant@tannerypondcenter.org
Aug. 15-Sept. 20
Gallery Hours: Tues – Fri, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Sat, 12:00 - 4:00 PM | additional hours by appointment
Reception: August 25 | 5-7 PM
The exhibit includes works by the group which consists of artists of all abilities from the Adirondacks and surrounding region, working in watercolor, gouache, or other forms of watermedia.
Woodstock Farm Festival
Time: 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: 15 Rock City Road, Woodstock, NY, 12498
Phone: 845-901-5970Email: reynoldsmer@gmail.com
Join us every Wednesday May - October for the Woodstock Farm Festival! Enjoy local purveyors, prepared foods, events and music every week.
Blessid Dirt - Concerts in the Courtyard
Time: 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Location: 3273 State Route 28, Old Forge, NY, 13420
Phone: 315-369-6411Email: performances@viewarts.org
Concerts in the Courtyard Series
Tereson Dupuy and Eric Pasternak make up this beautiful, Adirondack grown acoustic duo called Blessid Dirt. Both singer-songwriters, their original music is ripe with life experiences most can relate to. Join them for an evening of storytelling and songs that will touch your heart and soul and possibly even make you chuckle.
This concert is free to the public with a cash bar of beer and wine available for purchase. Tables and folding chairs are provided. However you are welcome to bring your own comfortable chair if you like. There will be a donation box to help pay for this series.
Windsor Town Fair
Location: 19 Park Street, Windsor, NY, 13865
Phone: 866-666-3247Email: caronconway@comcast.net
This long-running hometown tradition returns after a 20-year hiatus with midway rides and games for all ages, live music and entertainment, Saturday night fireworks, Car & Truck Show, Cornhole Tournament, sensory space, pony pulls, local vendors, and deep-fried treats, sweets and other tasty carnival eats.
Fair admission is free. Unlimited ride wristbands are $35 on site or online before 5pm July 21 for $29, 2/$55 or 4/$99. See website for ride specials, coupons for rides and food, and event updates.
Midway hours: 5-10pm Thursday, 5-11pm Friday, noon-11pm Saturday, noon-10pm Sunday. The fair opens daily at noon in Klumpp Park. No unaccompanied minors. Use the free shuttle service at the high school or bus garage.
Events for August 17
Glimmerglass Festival
Location: 7300 State Highway 80, Cooperstown, NY, 13326
Phone: 1-607-547-2255The Glimmerglass Festival is a one-of-a-kind internationally-acclaimed opera festival featuring a full schedule of live performances, events and discussions, the festival is truly a one-of-a-kind summer destination. Also available are brunches and dinners with the artists of this year's event.
Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMHost/Presenter: Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Location: Allan H. Treman State Marina, 805 Taughannock Blvd, Ithaca, NY, 14850
Phone: 1-607-327-5253Join Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours for a one-of-a-kind Finger Lakes opportunity for a combined 4-hour lake & land experience from our home dock at the Allan H. Treman State Marina to the famous Taughannock Falls State Park and back, with the options below to choose from. Knowledgeable narrators will also be on board to discuss the human and natural history of the lake and provide some hands-on activities, great for kids and adults alike!
- a 2 mile guided hike to Taughannock Falls with a NYS Park environmental educator.
- rent a paddleboard, single or tandem kayak from our friends at Paddle-n-More at discounted prices
- simply kick back and enjoy the park itself (there is a playground and swim area)
- order lunch while on the boat in the morning and enjoy it on the cruise back!
Choose your activity options when you make your reservation! You may bring your own snacks and/or lunch or order lunch while you're on the boat for $10. Seltzer water will be available.
Lake George Art and Craft Festival
Host/Presenter: Craftproducers
Location: 17 W Brook Rd , Charles R. Wood Park, Lake George, NY, 12845
Craft Producers will kick off the Lake George Art and Craft Festival. Enjoy a great mix of art, craft, food, and music.
It will be held in the beautiful Charles R. Wood Park, between the village and the Million Dollar Beach.
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Every Tuesday-Sunday from July 29-October 15
Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Erie County Fair
Location: Fairgrounds in Hamburg , 5600 McKinley Parkway, Hamburg, NY, 14075
Phone: 1-716-649-3900The Erie County Fair, held annually is the largest fair of it’s kind in New York State, and the 3rd largest county fair in the nation. It seeks to preserve and showcase our community’s agricultural traditions, talents, diversity and heritage. Come view the live animals, and visit their caretakers. Head over to the James E. Strates Shows midway, with more than 70 rides and 100 games. Enjoy continual entertainment on a number of stages, then visit the food vendors, whose options range from the casual to the extraordinary!
Bill Johnston’s Pirates Days
Host/Presenter: Alexandria Bay Chamber of Commerce
Location: Alexandria Bay, NY
Phone: 1-315-482-9531Alexandria Bay is proud of its renegade patriot Bill Johnston who blew up a British steamer and hid out in the 1000 Islands after the Patriots War.
Enjoy this 10-day celebration featuring a pirate ship attack of the village from the St. Lawrence River. The sword-fighting group, known as the ‘Tales from Remikreh,’ will be performing throughout the Village streets and at various Route 12 locations. Be sure to stop by and visit the Entertainment tent for a list of activities planned for that day. Enjoy the pirates, mermaids and more!
This is one swashbuckling festival not to miss!
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Craft Brew Sail
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PMHost/Presenter: Spirit of Buffalo
Location: Central Wharf at Canalside, 44 Prime Street, Buffalo, NY, 14202
Phone: 1-716-796-7210 Email: info@spiritofbu
Sample some of Buffalo’s best craft brews while taking in a scenic cruise aboard the Spirit of Buffalo. You have the chance to meet the brewer and learn about your new favorite beer on this brews cruise on Lake Erie.
Includes a two-hour cruise, light snacks, and a variety of locally-made beer samples.
Oswego Lighthouse Boat Tours
Time: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: H. Lee White Maritime Museum
Location: 1 West First St., Oswego, NY, 13126
Phone: 1-315-342-0480The H. Lee White Maritime Museum at Oswego offers tours to the restored Oswego West Pierhead Lighthouse by boat on gorgeous Lake Ontario. Chartered by a licensed coast guard captain, the pontoon boat provides a smooth ride while a knowledgeable tour guide points out fascinating nautical attractions and historical landmarks. Visitors to the Lighthouse should plan to spend about two hours total (including to and from transit time) for their experience and tour captains reserve the right to cancel or cut-short any trip due to weather or safety concerns.
Tours depart at the H. Lee White Maritime Museum, which houses one of the finest collections of Maritime Objects and Historical collections in the Great Lakes. Thursday boat tours feature a tour and dinner concept. Please check the website or call the museum for more information.
Tour Lake & Land with Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMHost/Presenter: Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Location: Allan H. Treman State Marina, 805 Taughannock Blvd, Ithaca, NY, 14850
Phone: 1-607-327-5253Join Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours for a one-of-a-kind Finger Lakes opportunity for a combined 4-hour lake & land experience from our home dock at the Allan H. Treman State Marina to the famous Taughannock Falls State Park and back, with the options below to choose from. Knowledgeable narrators will also be on board to discuss the human and natural history of the lake and provide some hands-on activities, great for kids and adults alike!
- a 2 mile guided hike to Taughannock Falls with a NYS Park environmental educator.
- rent a paddleboard, single or tandem kayak from our friends at Paddle-n-More at discounted prices
- simply kick back and enjoy the park itself (there is a playground and swim area)
- order lunch while on the boat in the morning and enjoy it on the cruise back!
Choose your activity options when you make your reservation! You may bring your own snacks and/or lunch or order lunch while you're on the boat for $10. Seltzer water will be available.
Sunflower Spectacular Festival at Wickham Farms
Time: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PMHost/Presenter: Wickham Farms Apple Orchard
Location: 1303 Sweets Corners Road , Penfield, NY, 14526
Phone: 1-585-364-9313Open every day except Wednesdays - 10am to 7pm
Wickham Farms’ annual Sunflower Spectacular Festival invites you to explore the sheer beauty and colors of more than one hundred thousand sunflowers! Pick your own sunflowers, get lost in the giant (five-acre) corn maze, hop on a hayride through the vegetable fields and apple orchard, enjoy fresh donuts, test your aim with our high-powered apple cannons, or pick your own early-season apples. Along with fun in the flower fields, our Barnyard is open to all guests during Sunflower Spectacular. With more than 30 attractions, the Barnyard is the spot for interactive family fun. And don’t forget your camera!
Karen Barnes Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster Artist Showcase
Location: 3273 NY-28, Old Forge, NY, 13420
Phone: 315-369-6411Email: kmayo@viewarts.org
Exhibit hours: Monday - Saturday 10am - 4pm; Sunday 12pm - 4pm
View, in Old Forge, NY, announces the exhibit of paintings by Karen Barnes, 2023 poster artist for ANEAW. The work is on display through July 29th till September 24th. Karen Barnes is this years Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster artist. Barnes from Rome, New York, has been painting the Adirondacks for several years =. Beyond watercolor, Barnes is also an accomplished glass artist, muralist and illustrator. She’s especially well know for her illustrations for National Geographic, Hallmark and two children’s books.
The painting by Barnes selected for this year’s ANEAW poster, “The Kayaker” is on display at View and available for purchase, along with signed posters of the image. Additional examples of Barnes’ work
Madison Bouckville Antique Week
Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: Route 20, Bouckville, NY, 13310
Phone: 315-825-1831Email: lmdesign13346@gmail.com
Come shop thousands of antiques on a two mile stretch of historic Route 20 through the towns of Madison and Bouckville. Browse antique treasures, collectable gems, vintage memorabilia and so much more at New York State’s largest antique show. There are 13 independent show fields and admission is FREE! This amazing event features more than 2,000 dealers and vendors; antiques and collectibles from past centuries; eclectic food trucks & vendors; plenty of parking at several show fields; and year-round antique shops and co-ops open daily during the show. Your treasure awaits!
Madison-Bouckville is a year-round destination. Please visit our website www.madison-bouckville.com to learn more about upcoming events.
The Great Delaware County Fair
Time: 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Location: 2 Fair Street, Walton, NY, 13856
Phone: 607-865-4763Email: delcofair@gmail.com
This 136th annual family-fun event features midway rides (Tuesday - Saturday), live music, illusionist shows, Cowboy Circus, motorsports, livestock events, horse shows, exhibits, contests, favorite fair food and more.
Highlights include The Driftwoods (7:30pm Monday); Kids Power Wheels Derby (11am Tuesday); Farm Tractor Pull (9am Wednesday); The Beadle Brothers (7:30pm Thursday); Horse Pull (6pm Friday); Karaoke Finale (1pm Saturday).
$10 admission (free for kids under 13). Unlimited ride wristbands are $35 on site or $25 online before 5pm Aug. 14. See website for a pre-sale ride ticket special and tickets for grandstand events including demolition derbies. The fair is presented by the nonprofit Delaware Valley Agricultural Society of Wal
Altamont Fair
Location: NY-146 & Arlington Street, Altamont, NY, 12009
Phone: 518-861-6671Email: info@altamontfair.com
The Capital Region's hometown fair features exciting midway rides, live music on two stages, Royal Hanneford Circus, BMX Stunt Show, demolition derby, Live Shark Encounter, racing pigs, hypnotist shows, animal barns, livestock shows, lumberjack show, exhibits, fair food and more. Admission: $5 Tuesday (free for kids under 36" tall); $13 for ages 11 & older Wednesday - Sunday ($11 online before Aug. 15); free Wednesday - Sunday for ages 10 & younger. Unlimited ride wristbands are $25 Tuesday, $30 Wednesday - Sunday, and $25 online before Aug. 15. Fair gates open at noon on Tuesday and 10 am Wednesday - Sunday. Midway hours: 2-10 pm Tuesday, noon-10 pm Wednesday - Thursday, noon-11 pm Friday - Saturday, noon-8 pm Sunday
Widlund Gallery | Upper Hudson Valley Watercolor Society
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: 228 Main Street, North Creek, NY, 12853
Phone: 518-251-2505Email: assistant@tannerypondcenter.org
Aug. 15-Sept. 20
Gallery Hours: Tues – Fri, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Sat, 12:00 - 4:00 PM | additional hours by appointment
Reception: August 25 | 5-7 PM
The exhibit includes works by the group which consists of artists of all abilities from the Adirondacks and surrounding region, working in watercolor, gouache, or other forms of watermedia.
Windsor Town Fair
Location: 19 Park Street, Windsor, NY, 13865
Phone: 866-666-3247Email: caronconway@comcast.net
This long-running hometown tradition returns after a 20-year hiatus with midway rides and games for all ages, live music and entertainment, Saturday night fireworks, Car & Truck Show, Cornhole Tournament, sensory space, pony pulls, local vendors, and deep-fried treats, sweets and other tasty carnival eats.
Fair admission is free. Unlimited ride wristbands are $35 on site or online before 5pm July 21 for $29, 2/$55 or 4/$99. See website for ride specials, coupons for rides and food, and event updates.
Midway hours: 5-10pm Thursday, 5-11pm Friday, noon-11pm Saturday, noon-10pm Sunday. The fair opens daily at noon in Klumpp Park. No unaccompanied minors. Use the free shuttle service at the high school or bus garage.
The Seven Wonders Fleetwood Mac Tribute
Time: 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Location: 3273 State Route 28, Old Forge, NY, 13420
Phone: 3153696411Email: performances@viewarts.org
The Seven Wonders is a stunning tribute to the music and legacy of Fleetwood Mac. The band consists of seven world-class musicians whose onstage charisma invokes that of the prime era of Fleetwood Mac. They authentically recreate all the hits, including Dreams, Go Your Own Way, Landslide, Gypsy, and more. Join them at View in lovely Gould Hall for an evening celebrating the music of Fleetwood Mac.
With the recent passing of Christine McVie, the world lost one of the key figures in Fleetwood Mac history. A powerful singer, songwriter, and performer, Christine’s voice touched millions.
Tickets are $30/Members or $35/Non-Members. (These are reserved seats) You will be assigned the best seat available at the time of purchase.
Croghan Street Fair
Time: 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: 9748 NY-812, Croghan, NY, 13327
Email: travisproulx@gmail.comJoin dozens of exceptionally talented crafters, growers, bakers, jewelry makers, and more from the beautiful Croghan area. There will be food trucks, live music, and free face painting for the kids.
Tim Herron LIVE at Bullfinch Brewpub - Destiny USA!
Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Destiny USA, 306 Hiawatha Blvd., Syracuse, NY, 13204
Email: michelle@albertsgroup.netLive music from 6 PM - 9 PM!.
For over 14 years, Tim has been a mainstay on the music scene in Upstate NY for years. He has six albums as the leader of the Tim Herron Corporation as well as three solo albums. He blends blues, folk, jazz, and rock seamlessly into a mix of American roots music. He tours constantly and brings his unique guitar style and songwriting to the stage.
📍 Bullfinch Brewpub is located in the level 1 canyon in the Destiny USA mall. 306 Hiawatha Blvd, Syracuse, NY 13204
Events for August 18
Glimmerglass Festival
Location: 7300 State Highway 80, Cooperstown, NY, 13326
Phone: 1-607-547-2255The Glimmerglass Festival is a one-of-a-kind internationally-acclaimed opera festival featuring a full schedule of live performances, events and discussions, the festival is truly a one-of-a-kind summer destination. Also available are brunches and dinners with the artists of this year's event.
Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMHost/Presenter: Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Location: Allan H. Treman State Marina, 805 Taughannock Blvd, Ithaca, NY, 14850
Phone: 1-607-327-5253Join Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours for a one-of-a-kind Finger Lakes opportunity for a combined 4-hour lake & land experience from our home dock at the Allan H. Treman State Marina to the famous Taughannock Falls State Park and back, with the options below to choose from. Knowledgeable narrators will also be on board to discuss the human and natural history of the lake and provide some hands-on activities, great for kids and adults alike!
- a 2 mile guided hike to Taughannock Falls with a NYS Park environmental educator.
- rent a paddleboard, single or tandem kayak from our friends at Paddle-n-More at discounted prices
- simply kick back and enjoy the park itself (there is a playground and swim area)
- order lunch while on the boat in the morning and enjoy it on the cruise back!
Choose your activity options when you make your reservation! You may bring your own snacks and/or lunch or order lunch while you're on the boat for $10. Seltzer water will be available.
Lake George Art and Craft Festival
Host/Presenter: Craftproducers
Location: 17 W Brook Rd , Charles R. Wood Park, Lake George, NY, 12845
Craft Producers will kick off the Lake George Art and Craft Festival. Enjoy a great mix of art, craft, food, and music.
It will be held in the beautiful Charles R. Wood Park, between the village and the Million Dollar Beach.
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Every Tuesday-Sunday from July 29-October 15
Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Erie County Fair
Location: Fairgrounds in Hamburg , 5600 McKinley Parkway, Hamburg, NY, 14075
Phone: 1-716-649-3900The Erie County Fair, held annually is the largest fair of it’s kind in New York State, and the 3rd largest county fair in the nation. It seeks to preserve and showcase our community’s agricultural traditions, talents, diversity and heritage. Come view the live animals, and visit their caretakers. Head over to the James E. Strates Shows midway, with more than 70 rides and 100 games. Enjoy continual entertainment on a number of stages, then visit the food vendors, whose options range from the casual to the extraordinary!
Bill Johnston’s Pirates Days
Host/Presenter: Alexandria Bay Chamber of Commerce
Location: Alexandria Bay, NY
Phone: 1-315-482-9531Alexandria Bay is proud of its renegade patriot Bill Johnston who blew up a British steamer and hid out in the 1000 Islands after the Patriots War.
Enjoy this 10-day celebration featuring a pirate ship attack of the village from the St. Lawrence River. The sword-fighting group, known as the ‘Tales from Remikreh,’ will be performing throughout the Village streets and at various Route 12 locations. Be sure to stop by and visit the Entertainment tent for a list of activities planned for that day. Enjoy the pirates, mermaids and more!
This is one swashbuckling festival not to miss!
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Sunflower Spectacular Festival at Wickham Farms
Time: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PMHost/Presenter: Wickham Farms Apple Orchard
Location: 1303 Sweets Corners Road , Penfield, NY, 14526
Phone: 1-585-364-9313Open every day except Wednesdays - 10am to 7pm
Wickham Farms’ annual Sunflower Spectacular Festival invites you to explore the sheer beauty and colors of more than one hundred thousand sunflowers! Pick your own sunflowers, get lost in the giant (five-acre) corn maze, hop on a hayride through the vegetable fields and apple orchard, enjoy fresh donuts, test your aim with our high-powered apple cannons, or pick your own early-season apples. Along with fun in the flower fields, our Barnyard is open to all guests during Sunflower Spectacular. With more than 30 attractions, the Barnyard is the spot for interactive family fun. And don’t forget your camera!
Girl Named Tom
Time: 8:15 PMHost/Presenter: Chautauqua Institute
Location: Amphitheather, 1 Ames Ave., Chautauqua, NY, 14722
Phone: 1-716-357-6250Email: ticketoffice@chq.org
Three siblings unlock one harmony to unite the world as Girl Named Tom. The trio—Bekah, Joshua, and Caleb Liechty—notably made history as “the only group to ever win NBC’s The Voice.” Along the way, they’ve impressively generated millions of streams across chart-rattling covers such as “River,” “The Chain,” and “Dust in the Wind.” The proud Midwesterners gained further traction with the independent Another World EP. Returning to the road with a bang, they performed 100-plus shows throughout 2022 alone.
Oswego Lighthouse Boat Tours
Time: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PMHost/Presenter: H. Lee White Maritime Museum
Location: 1 West First St., Oswego, NY, 13126
Phone: 1-315-342-0480The H. Lee White Maritime Museum at Oswego offers tours to the restored Oswego West Pierhead Lighthouse by boat on gorgeous Lake Ontario. Chartered by a licensed coast guard captain, the pontoon boat provides a smooth ride while a knowledgeable tour guide points out fascinating nautical attractions and historical landmarks.
Visitors to the Lighthouse should plan to spend about two hours total (including to and from transit time) for their experience and tour captains reserve the right to cancel or cut-short any trip due to weather or safety concerns.
Tours depart at the H. Lee White Maritime Museum, which houses one of the finest collections of Maritime Objects and Historical collections in the Great Lakes.
Music on the Erie Concert Series
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: T. Spencer Knight Park, Unnamed Road, Newark, NY, 14513
Phone: 1-315-331-2705Presented by the Greater Newark Chamber of Commerce, this summer concert series offers free live music from 6-8 pm every Friday evening (weather permitting). Enjoy the shows from the north or south side of the canal, while you view the park’s beautiful painted murals that celebrate canal heritage. These events will not be cancelled! They will be moved if there is a concern with the weather and decision will be made by 3 pm. All weather relocations will be held at the First Glass Wine Bar located at Doug Kent’s Rose Bowl Lanes (725 W. Miller St)
Woodsmen Field Days
Host/Presenter: Boonville Oneida County Fairgrounds
Location: Route 294, Boonville, NY, 13309
Phone: 1-315-942-4593Annually held the third full weekend in August – rain or shine – the Woodsmen Field Days spotlights the amazing artistry of wood carving, the newest in logging machinery, equipment and tools as well as exciting lumberjack competitions featuring both male and female competitors from as far away as Canada, New Zealand and Australia.
Fireworks on Friday night.
Flour City Brewers Fest
Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PMHost/Presenter: Rochester Public Market
Location: 280 N. Union Street , Rochester, NY, 14609
The Flour City Brewers Fest is Rochester’s premium celebration of the world’s finest craft beers. It will be held rain or shine under the pavilions at the Public Market. This year’s event will feature more than 60 of the finest local, regional, and state-wide craft breweries, featuring many of their specialties and small-batch brews along with cider and wine tastings, live music, and a myriad of local food trucks offering a variety of culinary delights. Tickets are limited. Sign up for the Flour City Brewers Fest VIP mailing list at www.flourcitybrewfest.com or on Facebook.
Chenango County Blues Festival
Location: Chenango County Fairgrounds, 168 East Main St., Nowich, NY, 13815
Phone: 607-334-5653 x 1Email: info@chenangony.org
This two-day music festival features nationally known award-winning artists, great food, craft vendors, camping, and free children’s activities. The Friday night show is free.
Karen Barnes Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster Artist Showcase
Location: 3273 NY-28, Old Forge, NY, 13420
Phone: 315-369-6411Email: kmayo@viewarts.org
Exhibit hours: Monday - Saturday 10am - 4pm; Sunday 12pm - 4pm
View, in Old Forge, NY, announces the exhibit of paintings by Karen Barnes, 2023 poster artist for ANEAW. The work is on display through July 29th till September 24th. Karen Barnes is this years Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster artist. Barnes from Rome, New York, has been painting the Adirondacks for several years =. Beyond watercolor, Barnes is also an accomplished glass artist, muralist and illustrator. She’s especially well know for her illustrations for National Geographic, Hallmark and two children’s books.
The painting by Barnes selected for this year’s ANEAW poster, “The Kayaker” is on display at View and available for purchase, along with signed posters of the image. Additional examples of Barnes’ work
Madison Bouckville Antique Week
Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: Route 20, Bouckville, NY, 13310
Phone: 315-825-1831Email: lmdesign13346@gmail.com
Come shop thousands of antiques on a two mile stretch of historic Route 20 through the towns of Madison and Bouckville. Browse antique treasures, collectable gems, vintage memorabilia and so much more at New York State’s largest antique show. There are 13 independent show fields and admission is FREE! This amazing event features more than 2,000 dealers and vendors; antiques and collectibles from past centuries; eclectic food trucks & vendors; plenty of parking at several show fields; and year-round antique shops and co-ops open daily during the show. Your treasure awaits!
Madison-Bouckville is a year-round destination. Please visit our website www.madison-bouckville.com to learn more about upcoming events.
The Great Delaware County Fair
Time: 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Location: 2 Fair Street, Walton, NY, 13856
Phone: 607-865-4763Email: delcofair@gmail.com
This 136th annual family-fun event features midway rides (Tuesday - Saturday), live music, illusionist shows, Cowboy Circus, motorsports, livestock events, horse shows, exhibits, contests, favorite fair food and more.
Highlights include The Driftwoods (7:30pm Monday); Kids Power Wheels Derby (11am Tuesday); Farm Tractor Pull (9am Wednesday); The Beadle Brothers (7:30pm Thursday); Horse Pull (6pm Friday); Karaoke Finale (1pm Saturday).
$10 admission (free for kids under 13). Unlimited ride wristbands are $35 on site or $25 online before 5pm Aug. 14. See website for a pre-sale ride ticket special and tickets for grandstand events including demolition derbies. The fair is presented by the nonprofit Delaware Valley Agricultural Society of Wal
Altamont Fair
Location: NY-146 & Arlington Street, Altamont, NY, 12009
Phone: 518-861-6671Email: info@altamontfair.com
The Capital Region's hometown fair features exciting midway rides, live music on two stages, Royal Hanneford Circus, BMX Stunt Show, demolition derby, Live Shark Encounter, racing pigs, hypnotist shows, animal barns, livestock shows, lumberjack show, exhibits, fair food and more. Admission: $5 Tuesday (free for kids under 36" tall); $13 for ages 11 & older Wednesday - Sunday ($11 online before Aug. 15); free Wednesday - Sunday for ages 10 & younger. Unlimited ride wristbands are $25 Tuesday, $30 Wednesday - Sunday, and $25 online before Aug. 15. Fair gates open at noon on Tuesday and 10 am Wednesday - Sunday. Midway hours: 2-10 pm Tuesday, noon-10 pm Wednesday - Thursday, noon-11 pm Friday - Saturday, noon-8 pm Sunday
Widlund Gallery | Upper Hudson Valley Watercolor Society
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: 228 Main Street, North Creek, NY, 12853
Phone: 518-251-2505Email: assistant@tannerypondcenter.org
Aug. 15-Sept. 20
Gallery Hours: Tues – Fri, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Sat, 12:00 - 4:00 PM | additional hours by appointment
Reception: August 25 | 5-7 PM
The exhibit includes works by the group which consists of artists of all abilities from the Adirondacks and surrounding region, working in watercolor, gouache, or other forms of watermedia.
Windsor Town Fair
Location: 19 Park Street, Windsor, NY, 13865
Phone: 866-666-3247Email: caronconway@comcast.net
This long-running hometown tradition returns after a 20-year hiatus with midway rides and games for all ages, live music and entertainment, Saturday night fireworks, Car & Truck Show, Cornhole Tournament, sensory space, pony pulls, local vendors, and deep-fried treats, sweets and other tasty carnival eats.
Fair admission is free. Unlimited ride wristbands are $35 on site or online before 5pm July 21 for $29, 2/$55 or 4/$99. See website for ride specials, coupons for rides and food, and event updates.
Midway hours: 5-10pm Thursday, 5-11pm Friday, noon-11pm Saturday, noon-10pm Sunday. The fair opens daily at noon in Klumpp Park. No unaccompanied minors. Use the free shuttle service at the high school or bus garage.
ROC Cinema Open Mic
Time: 8:30 PM
Location: 957 S Clinton Ave., Rochester, NY, 14620
Email: CONTACT_US@ROCCINEMA.COMWhether you’re a first-time comic, a seasoned vet, or someone in need of a laugh, come out to the ROC CINEMA COMEDY OPEN MIC! The Innerloop Blog host's a great night of comedy, food, drinks, and prizes every Friday night!
HOW IT WORKS: Names will be drawn from a hat by the host and comics will have 5 minutes on the microphone! At the end of the night, the audience will vote on their favorite comic and the top performers will be invited to The Innerloop Blog’s Comedy Showcase! Those will be ticketed events on the last Friday of each month where comedians will get more stage time and get paid!
Sunflower and Sangria Festival
Time: 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Location: 513 Co Rd 67, Leeds, NY, 12451
Phone: 908-217-7604Email: angelaholdren6@gmail.com
Enjoy the beauty of our sunflower field with thousands of sunflowers in bloom! We planted over 20 different varieties and colors making every sunflower a unique experience when you visit! Take Instaworthy photos as you walk through and pick your own from our stunning variety of sunflowers! Try a flight of Sangria, or a local craft beer on our beautiful 120-acre farm.
Each festival ticket will include a hayride to the sunflower field where you can pick 2 of your favorite blooms.
Sitcom Life LIVE at Bullfinch Brewpub - Destiny USA!
Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Destiny USA, 306 Hiawatha Blvd., Syracuse, NY, 13204
Email: michelle@albertsgroup.netLive music from 6 PM - 9 PM! .
Leif and Emily started performing together in 2021 after their EP "Growin' Up" was released. They started playing together after the pandemic brought them difficult life changes. Music brought them together and what they play is based on their own love story and their "sitcom life".
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📍 Bullfinch Brewpub is a locally owned restaurant and brewery located in the level 1 canyon in the Destiny USA mall. 306 Hiawatha Blvd, Syracuse, NY 13204
The Pirates of Penzance
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: 11 E. Broadway, Salem, NY, 12875
Phone: 518-854-7192Email: office@fortsalem.com
A "modern major" comedy, Pirates of Penzance is the hilariously famous operetta by W.S. Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan, jam-packed with dutiful daughters, cowering constables, and softhearted swashbucklers, as well as a young pirate apprentice named Frederic approaching his 21st birthday and seeking out love and adventure - with many side steps along the way!
Events for August 19
Glimmerglass Festival
Location: 7300 State Highway 80, Cooperstown, NY, 13326
Phone: 1-607-547-2255The Glimmerglass Festival is a one-of-a-kind internationally-acclaimed opera festival featuring a full schedule of live performances, events and discussions, the festival is truly a one-of-a-kind summer destination. Also available are brunches and dinners with the artists of this year's event.
Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMHost/Presenter: Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Location: Allan H. Treman State Marina, 805 Taughannock Blvd, Ithaca, NY, 14850
Phone: 1-607-327-5253Join Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours for a one-of-a-kind Finger Lakes opportunity for a combined 4-hour lake & land experience from our home dock at the Allan H. Treman State Marina to the famous Taughannock Falls State Park and back, with the options below to choose from. Knowledgeable narrators will also be on board to discuss the human and natural history of the lake and provide some hands-on activities, great for kids and adults alike!
- a 2 mile guided hike to Taughannock Falls with a NYS Park environmental educator.
- rent a paddleboard, single or tandem kayak from our friends at Paddle-n-More at discounted prices
- simply kick back and enjoy the park itself (there is a playground and swim area)
- order lunch while on the boat in the morning and enjoy it on the cruise back!
Choose your activity options when you make your reservation! You may bring your own snacks and/or lunch or order lunch while you're on the boat for $10. Seltzer water will be available.
Lake George Art and Craft Festival
Host/Presenter: Craftproducers
Location: 17 W Brook Rd , Charles R. Wood Park, Lake George, NY, 12845
Craft Producers will kick off the Lake George Art and Craft Festival. Enjoy a great mix of art, craft, food, and music.
It will be held in the beautiful Charles R. Wood Park, between the village and the Million Dollar Beach.
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Every Tuesday-Sunday from July 29-October 15
Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Erie County Fair
Location: Fairgrounds in Hamburg , 5600 McKinley Parkway, Hamburg, NY, 14075
Phone: 1-716-649-3900The Erie County Fair, held annually is the largest fair of it’s kind in New York State, and the 3rd largest county fair in the nation. It seeks to preserve and showcase our community’s agricultural traditions, talents, diversity and heritage. Come view the live animals, and visit their caretakers. Head over to the James E. Strates Shows midway, with more than 70 rides and 100 games. Enjoy continual entertainment on a number of stages, then visit the food vendors, whose options range from the casual to the extraordinary!
Bill Johnston’s Pirates Days
Host/Presenter: Alexandria Bay Chamber of Commerce
Location: Alexandria Bay, NY
Phone: 1-315-482-9531Alexandria Bay is proud of its renegade patriot Bill Johnston who blew up a British steamer and hid out in the 1000 Islands after the Patriots War.
Enjoy this 10-day celebration featuring a pirate ship attack of the village from the St. Lawrence River. The sword-fighting group, known as the ‘Tales from Remikreh,’ will be performing throughout the Village streets and at various Route 12 locations. Be sure to stop by and visit the Entertainment tent for a list of activities planned for that day. Enjoy the pirates, mermaids and more!
This is one swashbuckling festival not to miss!
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Sunflower Spectacular Festival at Wickham Farms
Time: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PMHost/Presenter: Wickham Farms Apple Orchard
Location: 1303 Sweets Corners Road , Penfield, NY, 14526
Phone: 1-585-364-9313Open every day except Wednesdays - 10am to 7pm
Wickham Farms’ annual Sunflower Spectacular Festival invites you to explore the sheer beauty and colors of more than one hundred thousand sunflowers! Pick your own sunflowers, get lost in the giant (five-acre) corn maze, hop on a hayride through the vegetable fields and apple orchard, enjoy fresh donuts, test your aim with our high-powered apple cannons, or pick your own early-season apples. Along with fun in the flower fields, our Barnyard is open to all guests during Sunflower Spectacular. With more than 30 attractions, the Barnyard is the spot for interactive family fun. And don’t forget your camera!
Chenango County Blues Festival
Location: Chenango County Fairgrounds, 168 East Main St., Nowich, NY, 13815
Phone: 607-334-5653 x 1Email: info@chenangony.org
This two-day music festival features nationally known award-winning artists, great food, craft vendors, camping, and free children’s activities. The Friday night show is free.
Parker McCollum comes to Syracuse
Time: 7:30 PMHost/Presenter: St. Joseph’s Health Amphitheater at Lakeview
Location: 490 Restoration Way, Syracuse, NY, 13209
Phone: 1-315-435-5100American Americana and country singer-songwriter Parker McCollun comes to the Syracuse Amphitheater! Based in Austin, Parker McCollum is a modern Americana artist who draws inspiration from rock & roll, classic singer/songwriters, soul, indie rock, and the Red Dirt country of his native Texas. He released his debut album, The Limestone Kid, in 2015, but he first cracked the Billboard charts in 2017 with a pair of EPs, Probably Wrong: Session One and Session Two, each of which made a strong showing on the Heatseekers chart in advance of his second album. McCollum eventually signed with Universal for 2021's Gold Chain Cowboy, which hit number six on Billboard's Country chart. (Info courtesy of allmusic.com)
Oswego Lighthouse Boat Tours
Time: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PMHost/Presenter: H. Lee White Maritime Museum
Location: 1 West First St., Oswego, NY, 13126
Phone: 1-315-342-0480The H. Lee White Maritime Museum at Oswego offers tours to the restored Oswego West Pierhead Lighthouse by boat on gorgeous Lake Ontario. Chartered by a licensed coast guard captain, the pontoon boat provides a smooth ride while a knowledgeable tour guide points out fascinating nautical attractions and historical landmarks.
Visitors to the Lighthouse should plan to spend about two hours total (including to and from transit time) for their experience and tour captains reserve the right to cancel or cut-short any trip due to weather or safety concerns.
Tours depart at the H. Lee White Maritime Museum, which houses one of the finest collections of Maritime Objects and Historical collections in the Great Lakes.
Woodsmen Field Days
Host/Presenter: Boonville Oneida County Fairgrounds
Location: Route 294, Boonville, NY, 13309
Phone: 1-315-942-4593Annually held the third full weekend in August – rain or shine – the Woodsmen Field Days spotlights the amazing artistry of wood carving, the newest in logging machinery, equipment and tools as well as exciting lumberjack competitions featuring both male and female competitors from as far away as Canada, New Zealand and Australia.
Fireworks on Friday night.
Karen Barnes Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster Artist Showcase
Location: 3273 NY-28, Old Forge, NY, 13420
Phone: 315-369-6411Email: kmayo@viewarts.org
Exhibit hours: Monday - Saturday 10am - 4pm; Sunday 12pm - 4pm
View, in Old Forge, NY, announces the exhibit of paintings by Karen Barnes, 2023 poster artist for ANEAW. The work is on display through July 29th till September 24th. Karen Barnes is this years Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster artist. Barnes from Rome, New York, has been painting the Adirondacks for several years =. Beyond watercolor, Barnes is also an accomplished glass artist, muralist and illustrator. She’s especially well know for her illustrations for National Geographic, Hallmark and two children’s books.
The painting by Barnes selected for this year’s ANEAW poster, “The Kayaker” is on display at View and available for purchase, along with signed posters of the image. Additional examples of Barnes’ work
Madison Bouckville Antique Week
Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: Route 20, Bouckville, NY, 13310
Phone: 315-825-1831Email: lmdesign13346@gmail.com
Come shop thousands of antiques on a two mile stretch of historic Route 20 through the towns of Madison and Bouckville. Browse antique treasures, collectable gems, vintage memorabilia and so much more at New York State’s largest antique show. There are 13 independent show fields and admission is FREE! This amazing event features more than 2,000 dealers and vendors; antiques and collectibles from past centuries; eclectic food trucks & vendors; plenty of parking at several show fields; and year-round antique shops and co-ops open daily during the show. Your treasure awaits!
Madison-Bouckville is a year-round destination. Please visit our website www.madison-bouckville.com to learn more about upcoming events.
The Great Delaware County Fair
Time: 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Location: 2 Fair Street, Walton, NY, 13856
Phone: 607-865-4763Email: delcofair@gmail.com
This 136th annual family-fun event features midway rides (Tuesday - Saturday), live music, illusionist shows, Cowboy Circus, motorsports, livestock events, horse shows, exhibits, contests, favorite fair food and more.
Highlights include The Driftwoods (7:30pm Monday); Kids Power Wheels Derby (11am Tuesday); Farm Tractor Pull (9am Wednesday); The Beadle Brothers (7:30pm Thursday); Horse Pull (6pm Friday); Karaoke Finale (1pm Saturday).
$10 admission (free for kids under 13). Unlimited ride wristbands are $35 on site or $25 online before 5pm Aug. 14. See website for a pre-sale ride ticket special and tickets for grandstand events including demolition derbies. The fair is presented by the nonprofit Delaware Valley Agricultural Society of Wal
Altamont Fair
Location: NY-146 & Arlington Street, Altamont, NY, 12009
Phone: 518-861-6671Email: info@altamontfair.com
The Capital Region's hometown fair features exciting midway rides, live music on two stages, Royal Hanneford Circus, BMX Stunt Show, demolition derby, Live Shark Encounter, racing pigs, hypnotist shows, animal barns, livestock shows, lumberjack show, exhibits, fair food and more. Admission: $5 Tuesday (free for kids under 36" tall); $13 for ages 11 & older Wednesday - Sunday ($11 online before Aug. 15); free Wednesday - Sunday for ages 10 & younger. Unlimited ride wristbands are $25 Tuesday, $30 Wednesday - Sunday, and $25 online before Aug. 15. Fair gates open at noon on Tuesday and 10 am Wednesday - Sunday. Midway hours: 2-10 pm Tuesday, noon-10 pm Wednesday - Thursday, noon-11 pm Friday - Saturday, noon-8 pm Sunday
Widlund Gallery | Upper Hudson Valley Watercolor Society
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: 228 Main Street, North Creek, NY, 12853
Phone: 518-251-2505Email: assistant@tannerypondcenter.org
Aug. 15-Sept. 20
Gallery Hours: Tues – Fri, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Sat, 12:00 - 4:00 PM | additional hours by appointment
Reception: August 25 | 5-7 PM
The exhibit includes works by the group which consists of artists of all abilities from the Adirondacks and surrounding region, working in watercolor, gouache, or other forms of watermedia.
Windsor Town Fair
Location: 19 Park Street, Windsor, NY, 13865
Phone: 866-666-3247Email: caronconway@comcast.net
This long-running hometown tradition returns after a 20-year hiatus with midway rides and games for all ages, live music and entertainment, Saturday night fireworks, Car & Truck Show, Cornhole Tournament, sensory space, pony pulls, local vendors, and deep-fried treats, sweets and other tasty carnival eats.
Fair admission is free. Unlimited ride wristbands are $35 on site or online before 5pm July 21 for $29, 2/$55 or 4/$99. See website for ride specials, coupons for rides and food, and event updates.
Midway hours: 5-10pm Thursday, 5-11pm Friday, noon-11pm Saturday, noon-10pm Sunday. The fair opens daily at noon in Klumpp Park. No unaccompanied minors. Use the free shuttle service at the high school or bus garage.
Sunflower and Sangria Festival
Time: 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Location: 513 Co Rd 67, Leeds, NY, 12451
Phone: 908-217-7604Email: angelaholdren6@gmail.com
Enjoy the beauty of our sunflower field with thousands of sunflowers in bloom! We planted over 20 different varieties and colors making every sunflower a unique experience when you visit! Take Instaworthy photos as you walk through and pick your own from our stunning variety of sunflowers! Try a flight of Sangria, or a local craft beer on our beautiful 120-acre farm.
Each festival ticket will include a hayride to the sunflower field where you can pick 2 of your favorite blooms.
Outdoor Adventure Day
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: P2509 Col Reade Road, Fort Drum, NY, 13603
Email: Raymond.E.Rainbolt.civ@army.milThis event is open to the entire North Country community on Fort Drum. More than 30 stations are spread across the grounds with hands-on activities and live demonstrations related to outdoor recreation and natural resources. Some of the stations include air pistol shooting (or Nerf guns for the younger crowd), archery, fishing, geocaching, wildland firefighting, conservation law enforcement, firearm safety, mining and geology, agriculture, forestry, fish and wildlife, outdoor health, and much more! Food is for sale, but picnicking is allowed--everything else is free for a fun-filled day for the entire family. See the web site for more information.
Cait Devin & Sierra Levesque LIVE at Bullfinch Brewpub - Destiny USA!
Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Destiny USA, 306 Hiawatha Blvd., Syracuse, NY, 13204
Email: michelle@albertsgroup.netCait Devin considers music to be the core of her passions as well as art making, modeling, and acting. While she focuses on alternative pop, her roots are also in contemporary and rock in order to expose her to a wide range of audiences and listeners. She’s been booking shows in NYC and Nashville since she was 16, and has gained exposure on KISS FM, iHeartRadio, Wish USA, News Channel 12, 95X Radio.
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Sierra Levesque is a rock singer/songwriter, guitarist, pianist, bassist, and drummer from Pembroke, Ontario, Canada. Her goal is to help lead the new generation of rock 'n roll.
The Pirates of Penzance
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: 11 E. Broadway, Salem, NY, 12875
Phone: 518-854-7192Email: office@fortsalem.com
A "modern major" comedy, Pirates of Penzance is the hilariously famous operetta by W.S. Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan, jam-packed with dutiful daughters, cowering constables, and softhearted swashbucklers, as well as a young pirate apprentice named Frederic approaching his 21st birthday and seeking out love and adventure - with many side steps along the way!
Fiddler's Fair & Making Music Weekend
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PMHost/Presenter: Genesee Country Village & Museum
Location: 1410 Flint Hill Road, Mumford, NY, 14511-0310
Phone: 1-585-538-6822Email: info@gcv.org
Fiddler's Fair & Making Music Weekend will bring together musicians on eight different stages around the Museum grounds for a weekend of non-stop entertainment. Settle in to hear the variety of performers, grab food and drinks, or wander the Historic Village and spend the day immersed in live performances.
Events for August 20
Glimmerglass Festival
Location: 7300 State Highway 80, Cooperstown, NY, 13326
Phone: 1-607-547-2255The Glimmerglass Festival is a one-of-a-kind internationally-acclaimed opera festival featuring a full schedule of live performances, events and discussions, the festival is truly a one-of-a-kind summer destination. Also available are brunches and dinners with the artists of this year's event.
Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMHost/Presenter: Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Location: Allan H. Treman State Marina, 805 Taughannock Blvd, Ithaca, NY, 14850
Phone: 1-607-327-5253Join Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours for a one-of-a-kind Finger Lakes opportunity for a combined 4-hour lake & land experience from our home dock at the Allan H. Treman State Marina to the famous Taughannock Falls State Park and back, with the options below to choose from. Knowledgeable narrators will also be on board to discuss the human and natural history of the lake and provide some hands-on activities, great for kids and adults alike!
- a 2 mile guided hike to Taughannock Falls with a NYS Park environmental educator.
- rent a paddleboard, single or tandem kayak from our friends at Paddle-n-More at discounted prices
- simply kick back and enjoy the park itself (there is a playground and swim area)
- order lunch while on the boat in the morning and enjoy it on the cruise back!
Choose your activity options when you make your reservation! You may bring your own snacks and/or lunch or order lunch while you're on the boat for $10. Seltzer water will be available.
Lake George Art and Craft Festival
Host/Presenter: Craftproducers
Location: 17 W Brook Rd , Charles R. Wood Park, Lake George, NY, 12845
Craft Producers will kick off the Lake George Art and Craft Festival. Enjoy a great mix of art, craft, food, and music.
It will be held in the beautiful Charles R. Wood Park, between the village and the Million Dollar Beach.
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Every Tuesday-Sunday from July 29-October 15
Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Erie County Fair
Location: Fairgrounds in Hamburg , 5600 McKinley Parkway, Hamburg, NY, 14075
Phone: 1-716-649-3900The Erie County Fair, held annually is the largest fair of it’s kind in New York State, and the 3rd largest county fair in the nation. It seeks to preserve and showcase our community’s agricultural traditions, talents, diversity and heritage. Come view the live animals, and visit their caretakers. Head over to the James E. Strates Shows midway, with more than 70 rides and 100 games. Enjoy continual entertainment on a number of stages, then visit the food vendors, whose options range from the casual to the extraordinary!
Bill Johnston’s Pirates Days
Host/Presenter: Alexandria Bay Chamber of Commerce
Location: Alexandria Bay, NY
Phone: 1-315-482-9531Alexandria Bay is proud of its renegade patriot Bill Johnston who blew up a British steamer and hid out in the 1000 Islands after the Patriots War.
Enjoy this 10-day celebration featuring a pirate ship attack of the village from the St. Lawrence River. The sword-fighting group, known as the ‘Tales from Remikreh,’ will be performing throughout the Village streets and at various Route 12 locations. Be sure to stop by and visit the Entertainment tent for a list of activities planned for that day. Enjoy the pirates, mermaids and more!
This is one swashbuckling festival not to miss!
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Sunflower Spectacular Festival at Wickham Farms
Time: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PMHost/Presenter: Wickham Farms Apple Orchard
Location: 1303 Sweets Corners Road , Penfield, NY, 14526
Phone: 1-585-364-9313Open every day except Wednesdays - 10am to 7pm
Wickham Farms’ annual Sunflower Spectacular Festival invites you to explore the sheer beauty and colors of more than one hundred thousand sunflowers! Pick your own sunflowers, get lost in the giant (five-acre) corn maze, hop on a hayride through the vegetable fields and apple orchard, enjoy fresh donuts, test your aim with our high-powered apple cannons, or pick your own early-season apples. Along with fun in the flower fields, our Barnyard is open to all guests during Sunflower Spectacular. With more than 30 attractions, the Barnyard is the spot for interactive family fun. And don’t forget your camera!
Woodsmen Field Days
Host/Presenter: Boonville Oneida County Fairgrounds
Location: Route 294, Boonville, NY, 13309
Phone: 1-315-942-4593Annually held the third full weekend in August – rain or shine – the Woodsmen Field Days spotlights the amazing artistry of wood carving, the newest in logging machinery, equipment and tools as well as exciting lumberjack competitions featuring both male and female competitors from as far away as Canada, New Zealand and Australia.
Fireworks on Friday night.
Ice Cream Sundays on the Catskill Mountain Railroad
Host/Presenter: Catskill Mountain Road
Location: Westbrook Lane Station in Kingston Plaza , 55 Plaza Road , Kingston , NY, 12401
Phone: 845-332-4854Email: info@catskillmountainrailroad.com
Enjoy a delicious ice cream treat as you see the natural beauty of the Catskills from our railroad’s scenic train. All trains are round trip from the Westbrook Lane Station located in the Kingston Plaza adjacent Uptown Kingston’s Stockade District. Hop on Catskill Mountain Railroad and travel through some of the oldest farmlands in the United States where we will cross the Esopus creek on the restored C9 bridge and go through the Hurley Flats and then start climbing Hurley Mountain. Rides are approximately an hour long.
Karen Barnes Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster Artist Showcase
Location: 3273 NY-28, Old Forge, NY, 13420
Phone: 315-369-6411Email: kmayo@viewarts.org
Exhibit hours: Monday - Saturday 10am - 4pm; Sunday 12pm - 4pm
View, in Old Forge, NY, announces the exhibit of paintings by Karen Barnes, 2023 poster artist for ANEAW. The work is on display through July 29th till September 24th. Karen Barnes is this years Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster artist. Barnes from Rome, New York, has been painting the Adirondacks for several years =. Beyond watercolor, Barnes is also an accomplished glass artist, muralist and illustrator. She’s especially well know for her illustrations for National Geographic, Hallmark and two children’s books.
The painting by Barnes selected for this year’s ANEAW poster, “The Kayaker” is on display at View and available for purchase, along with signed posters of the image. Additional examples of Barnes’ work
Madison Bouckville Antique Week
Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: Route 20, Bouckville, NY, 13310
Phone: 315-825-1831Email: lmdesign13346@gmail.com
Come shop thousands of antiques on a two mile stretch of historic Route 20 through the towns of Madison and Bouckville. Browse antique treasures, collectable gems, vintage memorabilia and so much more at New York State’s largest antique show. There are 13 independent show fields and admission is FREE! This amazing event features more than 2,000 dealers and vendors; antiques and collectibles from past centuries; eclectic food trucks & vendors; plenty of parking at several show fields; and year-round antique shops and co-ops open daily during the show. Your treasure awaits!
Madison-Bouckville is a year-round destination. Please visit our website www.madison-bouckville.com to learn more about upcoming events.
Altamont Fair
Location: NY-146 & Arlington Street, Altamont, NY, 12009
Phone: 518-861-6671Email: info@altamontfair.com
The Capital Region's hometown fair features exciting midway rides, live music on two stages, Royal Hanneford Circus, BMX Stunt Show, demolition derby, Live Shark Encounter, racing pigs, hypnotist shows, animal barns, livestock shows, lumberjack show, exhibits, fair food and more. Admission: $5 Tuesday (free for kids under 36" tall); $13 for ages 11 & older Wednesday - Sunday ($11 online before Aug. 15); free Wednesday - Sunday for ages 10 & younger. Unlimited ride wristbands are $25 Tuesday, $30 Wednesday - Sunday, and $25 online before Aug. 15. Fair gates open at noon on Tuesday and 10 am Wednesday - Sunday. Midway hours: 2-10 pm Tuesday, noon-10 pm Wednesday - Thursday, noon-11 pm Friday - Saturday, noon-8 pm Sunday
Widlund Gallery | Upper Hudson Valley Watercolor Society
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: 228 Main Street, North Creek, NY, 12853
Phone: 518-251-2505Email: assistant@tannerypondcenter.org
Aug. 15-Sept. 20
Gallery Hours: Tues – Fri, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Sat, 12:00 - 4:00 PM | additional hours by appointment
Reception: August 25 | 5-7 PM
The exhibit includes works by the group which consists of artists of all abilities from the Adirondacks and surrounding region, working in watercolor, gouache, or other forms of watermedia.
Windsor Town Fair
Location: 19 Park Street, Windsor, NY, 13865
Phone: 866-666-3247Email: caronconway@comcast.net
This long-running hometown tradition returns after a 20-year hiatus with midway rides and games for all ages, live music and entertainment, Saturday night fireworks, Car & Truck Show, Cornhole Tournament, sensory space, pony pulls, local vendors, and deep-fried treats, sweets and other tasty carnival eats.
Fair admission is free. Unlimited ride wristbands are $35 on site or online before 5pm July 21 for $29, 2/$55 or 4/$99. See website for ride specials, coupons for rides and food, and event updates.
Midway hours: 5-10pm Thursday, 5-11pm Friday, noon-11pm Saturday, noon-10pm Sunday. The fair opens daily at noon in Klumpp Park. No unaccompanied minors. Use the free shuttle service at the high school or bus garage.
Sunflower and Sangria Festival
Time: 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Location: 513 Co Rd 67, Leeds, NY, 12451
Phone: 908-217-7604Email: angelaholdren6@gmail.com
Enjoy the beauty of our sunflower field with thousands of sunflowers in bloom! We planted over 20 different varieties and colors making every sunflower a unique experience when you visit! Take Instaworthy photos as you walk through and pick your own from our stunning variety of sunflowers! Try a flight of Sangria, or a local craft beer on our beautiful 120-acre farm.
Each festival ticket will include a hayride to the sunflower field where you can pick 2 of your favorite blooms.
Fiddler's Fair & Making Music Weekend
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PMHost/Presenter: Genesee Country Village & Museum
Location: 1410 Flint Hill Road, Mumford, NY, 14511-0310
Phone: 1-585-538-6822Email: info@gcv.org
Fiddler's Fair & Making Music Weekend will bring together musicians on eight different stages around the Museum grounds for a weekend of non-stop entertainment. Settle in to hear the variety of performers, grab food and drinks, or wander the Historic Village and spend the day immersed in live performances.
Prison city Brewing Hops N Shop
Time: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Location: 251 North Street, Auburn , NY, 13021
Email: amy@prisoncitybrewing.comOur newest event, Hops & Shops will be held on Sundays from 12 - 5 pm from June 4th - September 24th. Hops & Shops will be a unique blend of farmer’s market items, craft vendors, flea market shopping, live music, food, and of course, Prison City beer. Hops & Shops will consist of 3 different areas at our Prison City Urban Farm Brewery located at 251 North St. Auburn, NY
- THE BARN: Vintage Flea Market
10 vendors - items can remain in this locked barn each week as needed for the summer.
New & gently used items/antiques.
- THE BARN LAWN: Farmer’s Market
8 vendors - pull up in your truck, put out a table, and start selling.
- THE COURTYARD: Makers Market
12 vendors - pop up your tent, unload at the gates, and set up your space. The co
Utica ZooMobile at Clark Reservation
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: 6105 East Seneca Tnpk, Jamesville, NY, 13078
Email: FriendsOfClarkReservation@gmail.comCome and see some animals up close! The Utica Zoo will choose a few wildlife species to come and visit at Clark Reservation State Park. Meet outside the Nature Center at 9:45 am.
The Oswego Valley Snowbelters Barbershop Chorus
Time: 2:00 PMHost/Presenter: Willard Chapel
Location: 17 Nelson St, Auburn, NY, 13021
Phone: 315-252-0339Email: admin@willard-chapel.com
The Oswego Valley Snowbelters Chorus will perform classic barbershop songs with several modern barbershop arrangements for your listening pleasures. The barbershop will also feature Classic Touch Quartet. This concert is directed by Barney Johnson.
Concert tickets are $10 per person. The Chapel is handicap accessible through its north entrance off Seymour Street. Tickets are available at Willard Chapel, 17 Nelson Street, Auburn, NY during our regular hours Wednesday-Friday 11 AM – 4 PM or call 315-252-0339 to reserve your seats.
The Pirates of Penzance
Time: 2:00 PM
Location: 11 E. Broadway, Salem, NY, 12875
Phone: 518-854-7192Email: office@fortsalem.com
A "modern major" comedy, Pirates of Penzance is the hilariously famous operetta by W.S. Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan, jam-packed with dutiful daughters, cowering constables, and softhearted swashbucklers, as well as a young pirate apprentice named Frederic approaching his 21st birthday and seeking out love and adventure - with many side steps along the way!
Widlund Gallery | Upper Hudson Valley Watercolor Society
Time: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: 228 Main Street, North Creek, NY, 12853
Phone: 518-251-2505Email: assistant@tannerypondcenter.org
Reception: August 25 | 5-7 PM
The exhibit includes works by the group which consists of artists of all abilities from the Adirondacks and surrounding region, working in watercolor, gouache, or other forms of watermedia.
Events for August 21
Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMHost/Presenter: Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Location: Allan H. Treman State Marina, 805 Taughannock Blvd, Ithaca, NY, 14850
Phone: 1-607-327-5253Join Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours for a one-of-a-kind Finger Lakes opportunity for a combined 4-hour lake & land experience from our home dock at the Allan H. Treman State Marina to the famous Taughannock Falls State Park and back, with the options below to choose from. Knowledgeable narrators will also be on board to discuss the human and natural history of the lake and provide some hands-on activities, great for kids and adults alike!
- a 2 mile guided hike to Taughannock Falls with a NYS Park environmental educator.
- rent a paddleboard, single or tandem kayak from our friends at Paddle-n-More at discounted prices
- simply kick back and enjoy the park itself (there is a playground and swim area)
- order lunch while on the boat in the morning and enjoy it on the cruise back!
Choose your activity options when you make your reservation! You may bring your own snacks and/or lunch or order lunch while you're on the boat for $10. Seltzer water will be available.
Lake George Art and Craft Festival
Host/Presenter: Craftproducers
Location: 17 W Brook Rd , Charles R. Wood Park, Lake George, NY, 12845
Craft Producers will kick off the Lake George Art and Craft Festival. Enjoy a great mix of art, craft, food, and music.
It will be held in the beautiful Charles R. Wood Park, between the village and the Million Dollar Beach.
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Every Tuesday-Sunday from July 29-October 15
Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Sunflower Spectacular Festival at Wickham Farms
Time: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PMHost/Presenter: Wickham Farms Apple Orchard
Location: 1303 Sweets Corners Road , Penfield, NY, 14526
Phone: 1-585-364-9313Open every day except Wednesdays - 10am to 7pm
Wickham Farms’ annual Sunflower Spectacular Festival invites you to explore the sheer beauty and colors of more than one hundred thousand sunflowers! Pick your own sunflowers, get lost in the giant (five-acre) corn maze, hop on a hayride through the vegetable fields and apple orchard, enjoy fresh donuts, test your aim with our high-powered apple cannons, or pick your own early-season apples. Along with fun in the flower fields, our Barnyard is open to all guests during Sunflower Spectacular. With more than 30 attractions, the Barnyard is the spot for interactive family fun. And don’t forget your camera!
Culinary Week at Chautauqua
Location: Bestor Plaza, Roberts Ave., Chautauqua, NY, 14757
Phone: 1-800-836-2787This is a week-long food festival featuring great food and craft beverages. Bestor Plaza will again come alive with a diverse array food and drinks prepared by the best regional restaurants, farms, wineries and breweries.
Washington County Fair
Time: 2:00 PM - 6:30 PMHost/Presenter: Washington County Fair
Location: 392 Old Schuylerville Road, Greenwich, NY, 12834
The fair brings together the best of everything, entertainment, 4-H displays, food, music, great rides, and more animals than anywhere else. We truly have something for everyone. Come and enjoy the experience of Washington County, its people, its rural character, and its great agricultural traditions. For over a century, the Washington County Fair has been an essential part of our community, youth, and future. It has been changing with our world, remembering the old and offering the new.
Karen Barnes Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster Artist Showcase
Location: 3273 NY-28, Old Forge, NY, 13420
Phone: 315-369-6411Email: kmayo@viewarts.org
Exhibit hours: Monday - Saturday 10am - 4pm; Sunday 12pm - 4pm
View, in Old Forge, NY, announces the exhibit of paintings by Karen Barnes, 2023 poster artist for ANEAW. The work is on display through July 29th till September 24th. Karen Barnes is this years Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster artist. Barnes from Rome, New York, has been painting the Adirondacks for several years =. Beyond watercolor, Barnes is also an accomplished glass artist, muralist and illustrator. She’s especially well know for her illustrations for National Geographic, Hallmark and two children’s books.
The painting by Barnes selected for this year’s ANEAW poster, “The Kayaker” is on display at View and available for purchase, along with signed posters of the image. Additional examples of Barnes’ work
Widlund Gallery | Upper Hudson Valley Watercolor Society
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: 228 Main Street, North Creek, NY, 12853
Phone: 518-251-2505Email: assistant@tannerypondcenter.org
Aug. 15-Sept. 20
Gallery Hours: Tues – Fri, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Sat, 12:00 - 4:00 PM | additional hours by appointment
Reception: August 25 | 5-7 PM
The exhibit includes works by the group which consists of artists of all abilities from the Adirondacks and surrounding region, working in watercolor, gouache, or other forms of watermedia.
Songs from the Revolutionary War
Time: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: 22 North Main Street, Mayfield, NY, 12117
Phone: 518-332-0538Email: cfyfejohnston@aol.com
The history of the American Revolution is detailed with many battles, conferences, and personalities, but it was also a time of patriotism, inspiration, and song. The Mayfield Historical Society will be presenting Cosby Gibson and Tom Staudle, award winning songwriters and singers, who will perform “Songs from the Revolutionary War” on Monday, August 21, 6:30 - 7:30 pm at the Mayfield Presbyterian Church, 22 N. Main Street, Mayfield, NY. The program includes eight historic songs with interesting narrative and anecdotes of the history of this war. The program is free of charge and refreshments will be served.
Events for August 22
Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMHost/Presenter: Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Location: Allan H. Treman State Marina, 805 Taughannock Blvd, Ithaca, NY, 14850
Phone: 1-607-327-5253Join Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours for a one-of-a-kind Finger Lakes opportunity for a combined 4-hour lake & land experience from our home dock at the Allan H. Treman State Marina to the famous Taughannock Falls State Park and back, with the options below to choose from. Knowledgeable narrators will also be on board to discuss the human and natural history of the lake and provide some hands-on activities, great for kids and adults alike!
- a 2 mile guided hike to Taughannock Falls with a NYS Park environmental educator.
- rent a paddleboard, single or tandem kayak from our friends at Paddle-n-More at discounted prices
- simply kick back and enjoy the park itself (there is a playground and swim area)
- order lunch while on the boat in the morning and enjoy it on the cruise back!
Choose your activity options when you make your reservation! You may bring your own snacks and/or lunch or order lunch while you're on the boat for $10. Seltzer water will be available.
Lake George Art and Craft Festival
Host/Presenter: Craftproducers
Location: 17 W Brook Rd , Charles R. Wood Park, Lake George, NY, 12845
Craft Producers will kick off the Lake George Art and Craft Festival. Enjoy a great mix of art, craft, food, and music.
It will be held in the beautiful Charles R. Wood Park, between the village and the Million Dollar Beach.
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Every Tuesday-Sunday from July 29-October 15
Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Sunflower Spectacular Festival at Wickham Farms
Time: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PMHost/Presenter: Wickham Farms Apple Orchard
Location: 1303 Sweets Corners Road , Penfield, NY, 14526
Phone: 1-585-364-9313Open every day except Wednesdays - 10am to 7pm
Wickham Farms’ annual Sunflower Spectacular Festival invites you to explore the sheer beauty and colors of more than one hundred thousand sunflowers! Pick your own sunflowers, get lost in the giant (five-acre) corn maze, hop on a hayride through the vegetable fields and apple orchard, enjoy fresh donuts, test your aim with our high-powered apple cannons, or pick your own early-season apples. Along with fun in the flower fields, our Barnyard is open to all guests during Sunflower Spectacular. With more than 30 attractions, the Barnyard is the spot for interactive family fun. And don’t forget your camera!
Culinary Week at Chautauqua
Location: Bestor Plaza, Roberts Ave., Chautauqua, NY, 14757
Phone: 1-800-836-2787This is a week-long food festival featuring great food and craft beverages. Bestor Plaza will again come alive with a diverse array food and drinks prepared by the best regional restaurants, farms, wineries and breweries.
Washington County Fair
Time: 2:00 PM - 6:30 PMHost/Presenter: Washington County Fair
Location: 392 Old Schuylerville Road, Greenwich, NY, 12834
The fair brings together the best of everything, entertainment, 4-H displays, food, music, great rides, and more animals than anywhere else. We truly have something for everyone. Come and enjoy the experience of Washington County, its people, its rural character, and its great agricultural traditions. For over a century, the Washington County Fair has been an essential part of our community, youth, and future. It has been changing with our world, remembering the old and offering the new.
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Dutchess County Fair
Time: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PMHost/Presenter: Dutchess County Fairgrounds
Location: 6636 Spring Brook Ave., Rhinebeck, NY, 12572
Phone: 1-845-876-4000First held in 1842, today the fair is a fun six-day extravaganza of food, midway rides and games and entertainment. The Dutchess County Fair encompasses agriculture, horticulture, turn-of-the-century treasures, a working blacksmith shop and gas-powered engine show, Pleasant Valley Historic Train Station, and much more.
Karen Barnes Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster Artist Showcase
Location: 3273 NY-28, Old Forge, NY, 13420
Phone: 315-369-6411Email: kmayo@viewarts.org
Exhibit hours: Monday - Saturday 10am - 4pm; Sunday 12pm - 4pm
View, in Old Forge, NY, announces the exhibit of paintings by Karen Barnes, 2023 poster artist for ANEAW. The work is on display through July 29th till September 24th. Karen Barnes is this years Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster artist. Barnes from Rome, New York, has been painting the Adirondacks for several years =. Beyond watercolor, Barnes is also an accomplished glass artist, muralist and illustrator. She’s especially well know for her illustrations for National Geographic, Hallmark and two children’s books.
The painting by Barnes selected for this year’s ANEAW poster, “The Kayaker” is on display at View and available for purchase, along with signed posters of the image. Additional examples of Barnes’ work
Widlund Gallery | Upper Hudson Valley Watercolor Society
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: 228 Main Street, North Creek, NY, 12853
Phone: 518-251-2505Email: assistant@tannerypondcenter.org
Aug. 15-Sept. 20
Gallery Hours: Tues – Fri, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Sat, 12:00 - 4:00 PM | additional hours by appointment
Reception: August 25 | 5-7 PM
The exhibit includes works by the group which consists of artists of all abilities from the Adirondacks and surrounding region, working in watercolor, gouache, or other forms of watermedia.
Fossil Fun at The Children's Museum at Saratoga!
Time: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: 65 South Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866
Phone: (518) 584-5540Email: info@cmssny.org
Step back in time and uncover the mysteries of the past at the Fossil Fun event! Join us at the Children's Museum at Saratoga on Tuesday, August 22nd, at 11:00 am or 3:00 pm as we journey through history by examining the incredible remnants left behind by creatures and plants.
We hope to see you there!
Widlund Gallery | Upper Hudson Valley Watercolor Society
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: 228 Main Street, North Creek, NY, 12853
Phone: 518-251-2505Email: assistant@tannerypondcenter.org
Reception: August 25 | 5-7 PM
The exhibit includes works by the group which consists of artists of all abilities from the Adirondacks and surrounding region, working in watercolor, gouache, or other forms of watermedia.
Events for August 23
Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMHost/Presenter: Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Location: Allan H. Treman State Marina, 805 Taughannock Blvd, Ithaca, NY, 14850
Phone: 1-607-327-5253Join Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours for a one-of-a-kind Finger Lakes opportunity for a combined 4-hour lake & land experience from our home dock at the Allan H. Treman State Marina to the famous Taughannock Falls State Park and back, with the options below to choose from. Knowledgeable narrators will also be on board to discuss the human and natural history of the lake and provide some hands-on activities, great for kids and adults alike!
- a 2 mile guided hike to Taughannock Falls with a NYS Park environmental educator.
- rent a paddleboard, single or tandem kayak from our friends at Paddle-n-More at discounted prices
- simply kick back and enjoy the park itself (there is a playground and swim area)
- order lunch while on the boat in the morning and enjoy it on the cruise back!
Choose your activity options when you make your reservation! You may bring your own snacks and/or lunch or order lunch while you're on the boat for $10. Seltzer water will be available.
Lake George Art and Craft Festival
Host/Presenter: Craftproducers
Location: 17 W Brook Rd , Charles R. Wood Park, Lake George, NY, 12845
Craft Producers will kick off the Lake George Art and Craft Festival. Enjoy a great mix of art, craft, food, and music.
It will be held in the beautiful Charles R. Wood Park, between the village and the Million Dollar Beach.
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Every Tuesday-Sunday from July 29-October 15
Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Culinary Week at Chautauqua
Location: Bestor Plaza, Roberts Ave., Chautauqua, NY, 14757
Phone: 1-800-836-2787This is a week-long food festival featuring great food and craft beverages. Bestor Plaza will again come alive with a diverse array food and drinks prepared by the best regional restaurants, farms, wineries and breweries.
Washington County Fair
Time: 2:00 PM - 6:30 PMHost/Presenter: Washington County Fair
Location: 392 Old Schuylerville Road, Greenwich, NY, 12834
The fair brings together the best of everything, entertainment, 4-H displays, food, music, great rides, and more animals than anywhere else. We truly have something for everyone. Come and enjoy the experience of Washington County, its people, its rural character, and its great agricultural traditions. For over a century, the Washington County Fair has been an essential part of our community, youth, and future. It has been changing with our world, remembering the old and offering the new.
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Dutchess County Fair
Time: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PMHost/Presenter: Dutchess County Fairgrounds
Location: 6636 Spring Brook Ave., Rhinebeck, NY, 12572
Phone: 1-845-876-4000First held in 1842, today the fair is a fun six-day extravaganza of food, midway rides and games and entertainment. The Dutchess County Fair encompasses agriculture, horticulture, turn-of-the-century treasures, a working blacksmith shop and gas-powered engine show, Pleasant Valley Historic Train Station, and much more.
An Evening With Angélique Kidjo
Time: 8:15 PM - 10:30 PMHost/Presenter: Chautauqua Institute
Location: Amphitheather, 1 Ames Ave., Chautauqua, NY, 14722
Phone: 1-716-357-6250Email: ticketoffice@chq.org
Angélique Kidjo is one of the greatest artists in international music today, a creative force with sixteen albums to her name. Her striking voice, stage presence and fluency in multiple cultures and languages have won respect from her peers and expanded her following across national borders. Originally from the West African country of Benin, the singer and activist’s sound infuses the traditions of her childhood with elements of American R&B, funk and jazz, as well as influences from Europe and Latin America. Her latest album, Mother Nature, earned her a fifth Grammy Award, making her the artist with the most wins ever in the Global Music category.
Twist Again with Chubby Checker at Great NYS Fair!
Time: 1:00 PMHost/Presenter: Great New York State Fair
Location: 581 State Fair Blvd., Syracuse, NY, 13209
Phone: 1-315-487-7711 or 1-800-475-FAIRFirst, Chubby Checker will ‘twist again like he did last summer’ to kick off the Chevrolet Music Series on Opening Day of the Fair. This will be his fifth performance at The Fair, and second in as many years. While he is best known for “The Twist,” the first number one song of all time from the Billboard’s Hot 100, he released singles through the 1960s, 1970s, 1980s, and most recently in the early 2000s.
All concerts in the Chevrolet Music Series are free with Fair admission.
Steven Page returns to the Great NYS Fair!
Time: 2:00 PMHost/Presenter: Great New York State Fair
Location: 581 State Fair Blvd., Syracuse, NY, 13209
Phone: 1-315-487-7711 or 1-800-475-FAIRSteven Page will be the first artist to perform on the newly renamed Suburban Park Stage when the 2023 Great New York State Fair begins this summer. Page (formerly of Barenaked Ladies) will perform at 2:00 p.m. on Opening Day, Wednesday, August 23.
Steven continues to tour around the world performing solo, as one third of the Steven Page trio and even with full orchestra ensembles, more than 30 years after becoming a household name as a songwriter, lead vocalist, and co-founder of the Barenaked Ladies.
Steven has produced five albums throughout his solo career–most recently Excelsior in 2022. Right now, he’s working on an album with The Trans-Canada Highway Men (a quartet comprised of four lead singers of classic Canadian bands including Steven) expected to be released this fall. Steven was inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame in 2018.
Also something of a “New York State celebrity,” Page lives in Manlius, a suburb of Syracuse. In fact, fairgoers who attended the first day of the Fair in 2022, might remember watching Steven perform at Chevy Court to open the Chevrolet Music Festival last year.
All concerts in the Chevrolet Music Series are free with Fair admission.
Oswego Summer Sunset Concert Series at Breitbeck Park
Time: 7:30 PMHost/Presenter: City of Oswego and the Oswego County Musicians Collaborative
Location: Breitbeck Park, 91 Lake St., Oswego, NY, 13126
Oswego is bringing back the Oswego Sunset Concert Series at Breitbeck Park. The series, which dates back to 1935, will move from the city bandstand to the pavilion in Breitbeck Park. Every Wednesday night during the concert series, attendees will get to hear their favorite big band and jazz compositions. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets. Concerts are free and open to the public.
Award-winning Country Artist Lainey Wilson at the Great NYS Fair!
Time: 8:00 PMHost/Presenter: Great New York State Fair
Location: 581 State Fair Blvd., Syracuse, NY, 13209
Phone: 1-315-487-7711 or 1-800-475-FAIROne of the biggest stars in Country Music right now, Lainey Wilson, will play on Opening Day of the Great New York State Fair. The “Bell Bottom Country” fanbase in New York State will be abuzz! Wilson will play the newly renamed Suburban Park Stage at 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 23 as part of The Fair’s Chevrolet Music Series.
With her signature sound and bell bottom flare, Wilson has become an artist to watch with hit songs including “Heart Like a Truck,” “Things a Man Oughta Know,” and “Watermelon Moonshine,” ranking on Top Country radio stations, while her recent collaborations with Hardy (“wait in the truck”) and Cole Swindell (“Never Say Never”) are also in regular rotation.
Fresh off of hosting the Country Music Association (CMA) Festival last week, Wilson was the most awarded and most nominated female artist at the Academy of Country Music (ACM) and CMT Country Music Awards this spring into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame in 2018.
All concerts in the Chevrolet Music Series are free with Fair admission.
Lady Houdini to Make Her Great New York State Fair Debut
Time: 8:00 PMHost/Presenter: Great New York State Fair
Location: 581 State Fair Blvd., Syracuse, NY, 13209
Phone: 1-315-487-7711 or 1-800-475-FAIRThe escape artist who surpassed Harry Houdini’s record for completing the most Water Torture Cell escapes will perform the feat twice each day during the Great New York State Fair. Lady Houdini leads this year’s showcase of grounds entertainment acts, which includes a mix of new acts, fan-favorites, and requested returns to delight fairgoers.
When they watch Lady Houdini’s act, spectators can expect to witness her hold her breath for five minutes underwater while methodically breaking free of obstacles, including padlocks, handcuffs, and leg shackles. Starting next Wednesday, August 23, Lady Houdini will perform two shows daily in the Central Park area, located across from the Poultry Barn.
Karen Barnes Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster Artist Showcase
Location: 3273 NY-28, Old Forge, NY, 13420
Phone: 315-369-6411Email: kmayo@viewarts.org
Exhibit hours: Monday - Saturday 10am - 4pm; Sunday 12pm - 4pm
View, in Old Forge, NY, announces the exhibit of paintings by Karen Barnes, 2023 poster artist for ANEAW. The work is on display through July 29th till September 24th. Karen Barnes is this years Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster artist. Barnes from Rome, New York, has been painting the Adirondacks for several years =. Beyond watercolor, Barnes is also an accomplished glass artist, muralist and illustrator. She’s especially well know for her illustrations for National Geographic, Hallmark and two children’s books.
The painting by Barnes selected for this year’s ANEAW poster, “The Kayaker” is on display at View and available for purchase, along with signed posters of the image. Additional examples of Barnes’ work
Widlund Gallery | Upper Hudson Valley Watercolor Society
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: 228 Main Street, North Creek, NY, 12853
Phone: 518-251-2505Email: assistant@tannerypondcenter.org
Aug. 15-Sept. 20
Gallery Hours: Tues – Fri, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Sat, 12:00 - 4:00 PM | additional hours by appointment
Reception: August 25 | 5-7 PM
The exhibit includes works by the group which consists of artists of all abilities from the Adirondacks and surrounding region, working in watercolor, gouache, or other forms of watermedia.
Widlund Gallery | Upper Hudson Valley Watercolor Society
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: 228 Main Street, North Creek, NY, 12853
Phone: 518-251-2505Email: assistant@tannerypondcenter.org
Reception: August 25 | 5-7 PM
The exhibit includes works by the group which consists of artists of all abilities from the Adirondacks and surrounding region, working in watercolor, gouache, or other forms of watermedia.
Woodstock Farm Festival
Time: 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: 15 Rock City Road, Woodstock, NY, 12498
Phone: 845-901-5970Email: reynoldsmer@gmail.com
Join us every Wednesday May - October for the Woodstock Farm Festival! Enjoy local purveyors, prepared foods, events and music every week.
Ryan Quinn - Concerts in the Courtyard
Time: 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Location: 3273 State Route 28, Old Forge, NY, 13420
Phone: 315-369-6411Email: performances@viewarts.org
Concert in the Courtyard Series
Quinn, a brilliant singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist will perform a free concert at View August 23 at 5:00 p.m. as part of the Concert in the Courtyard series. Famous for his appearance on the hit show, “The Voice”, and receiving a “4 Chair Turn” he was coached by Adam Levine, Tori Kelly, Miley Cyrus, and Christina Aguilera.
This concert is free to the public with a cash bar of beer and wine available for purchase. Tables and folding chairs are provided. However you are welcome to bring your own comfortable chair if you like. There will be a donation box to help pay for this series.
Syracuse Vocal Ensemble Auditions
Time: 6:30 PM - 9:30 AM
Location: 504 East Fayette Street, Syracuse, NY, 13202
Email: christine.richardson807@gmail.comThe Syracuse Vocal Ensemble is soliciting new members by audition for our 50th anniversary season at 6:30 pm at Park Central Presbyterian Church, Syracuse, NY. Those wishing to audition will sing a prepared piece of your choosing, highlighting your classical chamber choral talent. Please bring sheet music for the accompanist. You will also be asked to vocalize and sight sing. Contact Christne.richardson807@gmail.com to schedule a time.
Events for August 24
Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMHost/Presenter: Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Location: Allan H. Treman State Marina, 805 Taughannock Blvd, Ithaca, NY, 14850
Phone: 1-607-327-5253Join Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours for a one-of-a-kind Finger Lakes opportunity for a combined 4-hour lake & land experience from our home dock at the Allan H. Treman State Marina to the famous Taughannock Falls State Park and back, with the options below to choose from. Knowledgeable narrators will also be on board to discuss the human and natural history of the lake and provide some hands-on activities, great for kids and adults alike!
- a 2 mile guided hike to Taughannock Falls with a NYS Park environmental educator.
- rent a paddleboard, single or tandem kayak from our friends at Paddle-n-More at discounted prices
- simply kick back and enjoy the park itself (there is a playground and swim area)
- order lunch while on the boat in the morning and enjoy it on the cruise back!
Choose your activity options when you make your reservation! You may bring your own snacks and/or lunch or order lunch while you're on the boat for $10. Seltzer water will be available.
Lake George Art and Craft Festival
Host/Presenter: Craftproducers
Location: 17 W Brook Rd , Charles R. Wood Park, Lake George, NY, 12845
Craft Producers will kick off the Lake George Art and Craft Festival. Enjoy a great mix of art, craft, food, and music.
It will be held in the beautiful Charles R. Wood Park, between the village and the Million Dollar Beach.
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Every Tuesday-Sunday from July 29-October 15
Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Culinary Week at Chautauqua
Location: Bestor Plaza, Roberts Ave., Chautauqua, NY, 14757
Phone: 1-800-836-2787This is a week-long food festival featuring great food and craft beverages. Bestor Plaza will again come alive with a diverse array food and drinks prepared by the best regional restaurants, farms, wineries and breweries.
Washington County Fair
Time: 2:00 PM - 6:30 PMHost/Presenter: Washington County Fair
Location: 392 Old Schuylerville Road, Greenwich, NY, 12834
The fair brings together the best of everything, entertainment, 4-H displays, food, music, great rides, and more animals than anywhere else. We truly have something for everyone. Come and enjoy the experience of Washington County, its people, its rural character, and its great agricultural traditions. For over a century, the Washington County Fair has been an essential part of our community, youth, and future. It has been changing with our world, remembering the old and offering the new.
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Dutchess County Fair
Time: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PMHost/Presenter: Dutchess County Fairgrounds
Location: 6636 Spring Brook Ave., Rhinebeck, NY, 12572
Phone: 1-845-876-4000First held in 1842, today the fair is a fun six-day extravaganza of food, midway rides and games and entertainment. The Dutchess County Fair encompasses agriculture, horticulture, turn-of-the-century treasures, a working blacksmith shop and gas-powered engine show, Pleasant Valley Historic Train Station, and much more.
Lady Houdini to Make Her Great New York State Fair Debut
Time: 8:00 PMHost/Presenter: Great New York State Fair
Location: 581 State Fair Blvd., Syracuse, NY, 13209
Phone: 1-315-487-7711 or 1-800-475-FAIRThe escape artist who surpassed Harry Houdini’s record for completing the most Water Torture Cell escapes will perform the feat twice each day during the Great New York State Fair. Lady Houdini leads this year’s showcase of grounds entertainment acts, which includes a mix of new acts, fan-favorites, and requested returns to delight fairgoers.
When they watch Lady Houdini’s act, spectators can expect to witness her hold her breath for five minutes underwater while methodically breaking free of obstacles, including padlocks, handcuffs, and leg shackles. Starting next Wednesday, August 23, Lady Houdini will perform two shows daily in the Central Park area, located across from the Poultry Barn.
Theory of a Deadman at Great NYS Fair!
Time: 8:00 PMHost/Presenter: Great New York State Fair
Location: 581 State Fair Blvd., Syracuse, NY, 13209
Phone: 1-315-487-7711 or 1-800-475-FAIRAs Theory of a Deadman experiences new life this year with the release of a brand new album, the Canadian rockers are excited to share their new chapter with concertgoers at the Great New York State Fair. The band will bring their signature “riff rock” sound to the Suburban Park Stage on Thursday, August 24 at 8:00 p.m. The multiplatinum band, best known for “RX (Medicine),” “Bad Girlfriend,” “Not Meant to Be,” and other hits, will release their eighth studio album, Dinosaur, through Roadrunner Records, on March 17. Dinosaur resurrects the rock music that launched the band onto the music scene in 2002, while infusing new energy, as evidenced in the anthemic title track “Dinosaur” that is currently heard on Active Rock radio stations nationwide.
The August 24 appearance will be Theory of a Deadman’s third performance at the Great New York State Fair.
Concerts at Chevy Court are sponsored by Chevrolet and are free with admission to the Fair.
Quiet Riot rocks the Great NYS Fair
Time: 6:00 PMHost/Presenter: Great New York State Fair
Location: 581 State Fair Blvd., Syracuse, NY, 13209
Phone: 1-315-487-7711 or 1-800-475-FAIRThe first Heavy Metal band to ever top the Billboard Top 200 chart at #1 is back on the road again – and they’re making a stop at the Great New York State Fair this summer! Concertgoers are invited to “Come on Feel the Noise” when Quiet Riot rocks the Chevy Court Stage at 6:00 p.m. Thursday, August 24.
Quiet Riot, originally established in Los Angeles in the early 1970s, reformed in 1980 before catapulting to international success with the release of the 1983 album, Metal Health. Now celebrating the 40th anniversary of the release of the album, Rudy Sarzo – the legendary bassist whose riffs are heard throughout the iconic album – recently rejoined the band. Vocalist Jizzy Pearl, Type O Negative drummer Jonny Kelly, and guitarist Alex Grossi round out the quartet.
Those who come out for the band’s performance can expect to hear Quiet Riot’s biggest hits throughout the years, including “Cum On Feel the Noize,” “Don’t Wanna Let You Go, and “Mama Weer All Crazee Now.”
Concerts at Chevy Court are sponsored by Chevrolet and are free with admission to the Fair.
Craft Brew Sail
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PMHost/Presenter: Spirit of Buffalo
Location: Central Wharf at Canalside, 44 Prime Street, Buffalo, NY, 14202
Phone: 1-716-796-7210 Email: info@spiritofbu
Sample some of Buffalo’s best craft brews while taking in a scenic cruise aboard the Spirit of Buffalo. You have the chance to meet the brewer and learn about your new favorite beer on this brews cruise on Lake Erie.
Includes a two-hour cruise, light snacks, and a variety of locally-made beer samples.
American Idol Alum Alex Miller at the Great NYS Fair
Time: 1:00 PMHost/Presenter: Great New York State Fair
Location: 581 State Fair Blvd., Syracuse, NY, 13209
Phone: 1-315-487-7711 or 1-800-475-FAIRCountry music star, American Idol alum, and former Future Farmers of America kid, Alex Miller will return to the Great New York State Fair to play on Agriculture Career Day. Alex will perform at Chevy Court at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 24.
Alex’s distinctive baritone voice, songwriting skills, and love for the County music genre has helped him put his own spin on traditional Swing, Bluegrass, Country, and Gospel sounds to wow audiences. He’s currently touring in support of his album, Miller Time, featuring familiar singles including his new love song, “Girl, I Know a Guy,” the music video in which he’s starring. Other hits include, “Don’t Let the Barn Door Hit Ya,” and “I’m Over You, So Get Over Me.”
Concerts at Chevy Court are sponsored by Chevrolet and are free with admission to the Fair.
Tour Lake & Land with Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMHost/Presenter: Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Location: Allan H. Treman State Marina, 805 Taughannock Blvd, Ithaca, NY, 14850
Phone: 1-607-327-5253Join Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours for a one-of-a-kind Finger Lakes opportunity for a combined 4-hour lake & land experience from our home dock at the Allan H. Treman State Marina to the famous Taughannock Falls State Park and back, with the options below to choose from. Knowledgeable narrators will also be on board to discuss the human and natural history of the lake and provide some hands-on activities, great for kids and adults alike!
- a 2 mile guided hike to Taughannock Falls with a NYS Park environmental educator.
- rent a paddleboard, single or tandem kayak from our friends at Paddle-n-More at discounted prices
- simply kick back and enjoy the park itself (there is a playground and swim area)
- order lunch while on the boat in the morning and enjoy it on the cruise back!
Choose your activity options when you make your reservation! You may bring your own snacks and/or lunch or order lunch while you're on the boat for $10. Seltzer water will be available.
Tonic performs at the Great NYS Fair
Time: 2:00 PMHost/Presenter: Great New York State Fair
Location: 581 State Fair Blvd., Syracuse, NY, 13209
Phone: 1-315-487-7711 or 1-800-475-FAIRA trio that produced one of the most popular songs of the mid-1990s is coming to the Great New York State Fair this August. Tonic is perhaps best known for their hit, “If You Could Only See,” which holds the distinction of being The Most Played Back Rock Song of 1997. The band also boasts six Top 10 hits, and earned two Broadcast Music, Inc. awards for “You Wanted More” (featured on the original American Pie movie soundtrack) and “Open Up Your Eyes.” In 2003, Tonic received two Grammy nominations.
Concerts at Chevy Court are sponsored by Chevrolet and are free with admission to the Fair.
Sunflower Spectacular Festival at Wickham Farms
Time: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PMHost/Presenter: Wickham Farms Apple Orchard
Location: 1303 Sweets Corners Road , Penfield, NY, 14526
Phone: 1-585-364-9313Open every day except Wednesdays - 10am to 7pm
Wickham Farms’ annual Sunflower Spectacular Festival invites you to explore the sheer beauty and colors of more than one hundred thousand sunflowers! Pick your own sunflowers, get lost in the giant (five-acre) corn maze, hop on a hayride through the vegetable fields and apple orchard, enjoy fresh donuts, test your aim with our high-powered apple cannons, or pick your own early-season apples. Along with fun in the flower fields, our Barnyard is open to all guests during Sunflower Spectacular. With more than 30 attractions, the Barnyard is the spot for interactive family fun. And don’t forget your camera!
Karen Barnes Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster Artist Showcase
Location: 3273 NY-28, Old Forge, NY, 13420
Phone: 315-369-6411Email: kmayo@viewarts.org
Exhibit hours: Monday - Saturday 10am - 4pm; Sunday 12pm - 4pm
View, in Old Forge, NY, announces the exhibit of paintings by Karen Barnes, 2023 poster artist for ANEAW. The work is on display through July 29th till September 24th. Karen Barnes is this years Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster artist. Barnes from Rome, New York, has been painting the Adirondacks for several years =. Beyond watercolor, Barnes is also an accomplished glass artist, muralist and illustrator. She’s especially well know for her illustrations for National Geographic, Hallmark and two children’s books.
The painting by Barnes selected for this year’s ANEAW poster, “The Kayaker” is on display at View and available for purchase, along with signed posters of the image. Additional examples of Barnes’ work
Widlund Gallery | Upper Hudson Valley Watercolor Society
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: 228 Main Street, North Creek, NY, 12853
Phone: 518-251-2505Email: assistant@tannerypondcenter.org
Aug. 15-Sept. 20
Gallery Hours: Tues – Fri, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Sat, 12:00 - 4:00 PM | additional hours by appointment
Reception: August 25 | 5-7 PM
The exhibit includes works by the group which consists of artists of all abilities from the Adirondacks and surrounding region, working in watercolor, gouache, or other forms of watermedia.
Widlund Gallery | Upper Hudson Valley Watercolor Society
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: 228 Main Street, North Creek, NY, 12853
Phone: 518-251-2505Email: assistant@tannerypondcenter.org
Reception: August 25 | 5-7 PM
The exhibit includes works by the group which consists of artists of all abilities from the Adirondacks and surrounding region, working in watercolor, gouache, or other forms of watermedia.
Summer Concert Series | Ellen Sinopoli Dance Company
Time: 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Location: 228 Main Street, North Creek, NY, 12853
Phone: 518-251-2505Email: assistant@tannerypondcenter.org
The ever creative and collaborative choreography of Ellen Sinopoli returns to the Tannery Pond Community Center’s stage. The troop will perform a selection of its imaginative and inspiring works. Sinopoli’s dancers capture the audience with their skill, athleticism and artistry.
Ellen Sinopli Dance Company (ESDC) is a 32 year old modern dance company located in NYS’s Capital Region. ESDC’s commitment to Create, Collaborate, Educate and Partner remains in the forefront as it shares its work with diverse audiences through concerts, showcases, residencies, workshops, educational, and community outreach.
Events for August 25
Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMHost/Presenter: Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Location: Allan H. Treman State Marina, 805 Taughannock Blvd, Ithaca, NY, 14850
Phone: 1-607-327-5253Join Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours for a one-of-a-kind Finger Lakes opportunity for a combined 4-hour lake & land experience from our home dock at the Allan H. Treman State Marina to the famous Taughannock Falls State Park and back, with the options below to choose from. Knowledgeable narrators will also be on board to discuss the human and natural history of the lake and provide some hands-on activities, great for kids and adults alike!
- a 2 mile guided hike to Taughannock Falls with a NYS Park environmental educator.
- rent a paddleboard, single or tandem kayak from our friends at Paddle-n-More at discounted prices
- simply kick back and enjoy the park itself (there is a playground and swim area)
- order lunch while on the boat in the morning and enjoy it on the cruise back!
Choose your activity options when you make your reservation! You may bring your own snacks and/or lunch or order lunch while you're on the boat for $10. Seltzer water will be available.
Lake George Art and Craft Festival
Host/Presenter: Craftproducers
Location: 17 W Brook Rd , Charles R. Wood Park, Lake George, NY, 12845
Craft Producers will kick off the Lake George Art and Craft Festival. Enjoy a great mix of art, craft, food, and music.
It will be held in the beautiful Charles R. Wood Park, between the village and the Million Dollar Beach.
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Every Tuesday-Sunday from July 29-October 15
Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Culinary Week at Chautauqua
Location: Bestor Plaza, Roberts Ave., Chautauqua, NY, 14757
Phone: 1-800-836-2787This is a week-long food festival featuring great food and craft beverages. Bestor Plaza will again come alive with a diverse array food and drinks prepared by the best regional restaurants, farms, wineries and breweries.
Washington County Fair
Time: 2:00 PM - 6:30 PMHost/Presenter: Washington County Fair
Location: 392 Old Schuylerville Road, Greenwich, NY, 12834
The fair brings together the best of everything, entertainment, 4-H displays, food, music, great rides, and more animals than anywhere else. We truly have something for everyone. Come and enjoy the experience of Washington County, its people, its rural character, and its great agricultural traditions. For over a century, the Washington County Fair has been an essential part of our community, youth, and future. It has been changing with our world, remembering the old and offering the new.
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Dutchess County Fair
Time: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PMHost/Presenter: Dutchess County Fairgrounds
Location: 6636 Spring Brook Ave., Rhinebeck, NY, 12572
Phone: 1-845-876-4000First held in 1842, today the fair is a fun six-day extravaganza of food, midway rides and games and entertainment. The Dutchess County Fair encompasses agriculture, horticulture, turn-of-the-century treasures, a working blacksmith shop and gas-powered engine show, Pleasant Valley Historic Train Station, and much more.
Lady Houdini to Make Her Great New York State Fair Debut
Time: 8:00 PMHost/Presenter: Great New York State Fair
Location: 581 State Fair Blvd., Syracuse, NY, 13209
Phone: 1-315-487-7711 or 1-800-475-FAIRThe escape artist who surpassed Harry Houdini’s record for completing the most Water Torture Cell escapes will perform the feat twice each day during the Great New York State Fair. Lady Houdini leads this year’s showcase of grounds entertainment acts, which includes a mix of new acts, fan-favorites, and requested returns to delight fairgoers.
When they watch Lady Houdini’s act, spectators can expect to witness her hold her breath for five minutes underwater while methodically breaking free of obstacles, including padlocks, handcuffs, and leg shackles. Starting next Wednesday, August 23, Lady Houdini will perform two shows daily in the Central Park area, located across from the Poultry Barn.
Sunflower Spectacular Festival at Wickham Farms
Time: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PMHost/Presenter: Wickham Farms Apple Orchard
Location: 1303 Sweets Corners Road , Penfield, NY, 14526
Phone: 1-585-364-9313Open every day except Wednesdays - 10am to 7pm
Wickham Farms’ annual Sunflower Spectacular Festival invites you to explore the sheer beauty and colors of more than one hundred thousand sunflowers! Pick your own sunflowers, get lost in the giant (five-acre) corn maze, hop on a hayride through the vegetable fields and apple orchard, enjoy fresh donuts, test your aim with our high-powered apple cannons, or pick your own early-season apples. Along with fun in the flower fields, our Barnyard is open to all guests during Sunflower Spectacular. With more than 30 attractions, the Barnyard is the spot for interactive family fun. And don’t forget your camera!
Beer & Wine Train on the Adirondack Rail Road
Time: 6:30 PM, 6:45 PMHost/Presenter: Adirondack Scenic Railroad - Utica Union Station
Location: 321 Main Street, Utica, NY, 13501
Phone: 1-800-819-2291 Watch the scenic countryside roll by while sipping on the best wines and brews on this New York beer and wine train. Travel from Utica’s Union Station north to Remsen Station, enjoying a selection of quality drinks along the way. This almost three-hour train tour from Utica is a great way to spend a relaxing evening as you chug along. This week's musical guest: The Old Main.
Passengers receive a complimentary beer or wine glass (glass only – beverage not included) with each regular adult ticket purchase. Duration: 2.5 hours
Oswego Lighthouse Boat Tours
Time: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PMHost/Presenter: H. Lee White Maritime Museum
Location: 1 West First St., Oswego, NY, 13126
Phone: 1-315-342-0480The H. Lee White Maritime Museum at Oswego offers tours to the restored Oswego West Pierhead Lighthouse by boat on gorgeous Lake Ontario. Chartered by a licensed coast guard captain, the pontoon boat provides a smooth ride while a knowledgeable tour guide points out fascinating nautical attractions and historical landmarks.
Visitors to the Lighthouse should plan to spend about two hours total (including to and from transit time) for their experience and tour captains reserve the right to cancel or cut-short any trip due to weather or safety concerns.
Tours depart at the H. Lee White Maritime Museum, which houses one of the finest collections of Maritime Objects and Historical collections in the Great Lakes.
Music on the Erie Concert Series
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: T. Spencer Knight Park, Unnamed Road, Newark, NY, 14513
Phone: 1-315-331-2705Presented by the Greater Newark Chamber of Commerce, this summer concert series offers free live music from 6-8 pm every Friday evening (weather permitting). Enjoy the shows from the north or south side of the canal, while you view the park’s beautiful painted murals that celebrate canal heritage. These events will not be cancelled! They will be moved if there is a concern with the weather and decision will be made by 3 pm. All weather relocations will be held at the First Glass Wine Bar located at Doug Kent’s Rose Bowl Lanes (725 W. Miller St)
TikTok Star Doechii at the Great NYS Fair
Time: 6:00 PMHost/Presenter: Great New York State Fair
Location: 581 State Fair Blvd., Syracuse, NY, 13209
Phone: 1-315-487-7711 or 1-800-475-FAIRDoechii - a rising hip hop artist recognized by NPR and Spotify as an artist to watch in 2022– will take Chevy Court at 6:00 p.m. Her song “Persuasive” received high praise from Rolling Stone and The LA Times, while “Crazy” was listed in Complex as one of the best songs of the year. Some fairgoers may recognize Doechii from TikTok – which helped her establish a large internet fan base. Just a few months ago, Doechii released “What It Is (Block Boy),” which has been featured in more than 4.3 million TikTok videos to date. “Yucky Blucky Fruitcake” went viral in 2021 and led to performances at the BET Hip Hop Awards and a major-record deal.
Concerts at Chevy Court are sponsored by Chevrolet and are free with admission to the Fair.
Pop Star Mary Lambert at the Great NYS Fair
Time: 6:00 PMHost/Presenter: Great New York State Fair
Location: 581 State Fair Blvd., Syracuse, NY, 13209
Phone: 1-315-487-7711 or 1-800-475-FAIRMary Lambert, a pop singer, songwriter, spoken word artist, will kick off the Chevrolet Music Series on Friday, August 25 with a 1:00 p.m. performance at Chevy Court. Mary’s star rose in 2012 when she got a call from a friend who was working with fellow artists Macklemore and Ryan Lewis. The duo had written a song, but they needed a chorus—and that’s where Mary stepped in. She famously wrote the hook to (and served as the featured vocalist on) “Same Love” from her perspective, identifying as a Christian and a lesbian. The song earned two Grammy nominations in 2014 and culminated with an epic performance, featuring a mass wedding officiated by Queen Latifah and an unforgettable duet by Mary Lambert and Madonna. Mary also experienced viral success with “She Keeps Me Warm” followed by “Secrets,” which climbed to Number 1 on the Billboard Dance charts.
Concerts at Chevy Court are sponsored by Chevrolet and are free with admission to the Fair.
Beer & Wine Train on the Adirondack RR
Time: 6:30 PM, 6:45 PMHost/Presenter: Adirondack Scenic Railroad - Utica Union Station
Location: 321 Main Street, Utica, NY, 13501
Phone: 1-800-819-2291 Watch the scenic countryside roll by while sipping on the best wines and brews on this New York beer and wine train. Travel from Utica’s Union Station north to Remsen Station, enjoying a selection of quality drinks along the way. This almost three-hour train tour from Utica is a great way to spend a relaxing evening as you chug along. The trip incudes live entertainment that changes each week. Visit https://adirondackrr.com/ for more info.
Passengers receive a complimentary beer or wine glass (glass only – beverage not included) with each regular adult ticket purchase. Duration: 2.5 hours
GAYLE performs at the Great NYS Fair
Time: 8:00 PMHost/Presenter: Great New York State Fair
Location: 581 State Fair Blvd., Syracuse, NY, 13209
Phone: 1-315-487-7711 or 1-800-475-FAIRGAYLE – who has already opened for Taylor Swift this year and will join P!nk this summer – will play Suburban Park at 8:00 p.m. to round out a star-studded day of entertainment.
The Grammy nominated singer-songwriter skyrocketed to fame following the release of “abcdefu,” the break-up song that had the world dancing through 2022. GAYLE received nominations for “New Artist of the Year” at the MTV VMA’s, American Music Awards and People Choice Awards as her double-platinum anthem held the Number 1 spot on Top 40 Radio for three consecutive weeks and topped the Billboard Global 200 charts for nine weeks in a row. “abcdefu” was also nominated in the coveted GRAMMY “Song of the Year” category.
Concerts at Chevy Court are sponsored by Chevrolet and are free with admission to the Fair.
Rebecca Black at the Great NYS Fair!
Time: 2:00 PMHost/Presenter: Great New York State Fair
Location: 581 State Fair Blvd., Syracuse, NY, 13209
Phone: 1-315-487-7711 or 1-800-475-FAIRRebecca Black’s first foray into pop music came in 2011, and she’s recently entered a new era. The adaptable singer, songwriter, and pop artist is known for leveraging pop culture savviness to creatively produce new content. At 13-years-old, Rebecca’s song “Friday” became the fastest-growing song and video of the year. A few months later, she famously appeared in Katy Perry’s music video for “Last Friday Night.” Rebecca released her first project “Rebecca Black Was Here” (2022) as an underground artist, well versed in following the music, fashion, and queer art scenes. This earned her a nomination for “Self-Released Best Record of the Year” at the American Association of Independent Music’s (Ai2M) Liberia Awards.
As always, all concerts in the Chevrolet Music Series are free with Fair admission.
Fairport Music Festival
Location: 12 Liftbridge Lane East, Fairport, NY, 14450
Phone: 1-585-703-0957The Fairport Music Festival is held annually to feature a chorus of local and regional bands providing two-days of music. Each year the event draws visitors from Fairport and points far beyond with a family-friendly environment that includes kids activities, food trucks in addition to 6 stages of music. We are proud of the fact that the event has raised over $2,318,653 for the Golisano Children’s Hospital at Strong – recognized as one of the best children’s hospitals in the United States.
Karen Barnes Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster Artist Showcase
Location: 3273 NY-28, Old Forge, NY, 13420
Phone: 315-369-6411Email: kmayo@viewarts.org
Exhibit hours: Monday - Saturday 10am - 4pm; Sunday 12pm - 4pm
View, in Old Forge, NY, announces the exhibit of paintings by Karen Barnes, 2023 poster artist for ANEAW. The work is on display through July 29th till September 24th. Karen Barnes is this years Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster artist. Barnes from Rome, New York, has been painting the Adirondacks for several years =. Beyond watercolor, Barnes is also an accomplished glass artist, muralist and illustrator. She’s especially well know for her illustrations for National Geographic, Hallmark and two children’s books.
The painting by Barnes selected for this year’s ANEAW poster, “The Kayaker” is on display at View and available for purchase, along with signed posters of the image. Additional examples of Barnes’ work
Widlund Gallery | Upper Hudson Valley Watercolor Society
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: 228 Main Street, North Creek, NY, 12853
Phone: 518-251-2505Email: assistant@tannerypondcenter.org
Aug. 15-Sept. 20
Gallery Hours: Tues – Fri, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Sat, 12:00 - 4:00 PM | additional hours by appointment
Reception: August 25 | 5-7 PM
The exhibit includes works by the group which consists of artists of all abilities from the Adirondacks and surrounding region, working in watercolor, gouache, or other forms of watermedia.
Widlund Gallery | Upper Hudson Valley Watercolor Society
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: 228 Main Street, North Creek, NY, 12853
Phone: 518-251-2505Email: assistant@tannerypondcenter.org
Reception: August 25 | 5-7 PM
The exhibit includes works by the group which consists of artists of all abilities from the Adirondacks and surrounding region, working in watercolor, gouache, or other forms of watermedia.
The Innerloop Blog’s Comedy Showcase
Time: 8:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Location: 957 S Clinton Ave., Rochester, NY, 14620
Email: theinnerloopblog@gmail.comCome out and see Western NY's best comics while kicking back and enjoying ROC Cinema’s full bar and food menu!
ADVANCE TICKETS ARE ONLY $10
Jim VanDeuson LIVE at Bullfinch Brewpub - Destiny USA!
Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Destiny USA, 306 Hiawatha Blvd., Syracuse, NY, 13204
Email: michelle@albertsgroup.netLive music from 6 PM - 9 PM!
Jim VanDeuson has over 40 years of experience as a music artist performing for concerts with 500 people to small coffee shops to packed dive bars. Enjoy covers from James Taylor, The Eagles, The Beatles, and more. With a passion for playing music, Jim finds inspiration from a variety of genres including country and rock.
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📍 Bullfinch Brewpub is a locally owned restaurant and brewery, located in the level 1 canyon in the Destiny USA mall. 306 Hiawatha Blvd, Syracuse, NY 13204
Events for August 26
Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMHost/Presenter: Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Location: Allan H. Treman State Marina, 805 Taughannock Blvd, Ithaca, NY, 14850
Phone: 1-607-327-5253Join Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours for a one-of-a-kind Finger Lakes opportunity for a combined 4-hour lake & land experience from our home dock at the Allan H. Treman State Marina to the famous Taughannock Falls State Park and back, with the options below to choose from. Knowledgeable narrators will also be on board to discuss the human and natural history of the lake and provide some hands-on activities, great for kids and adults alike!
- a 2 mile guided hike to Taughannock Falls with a NYS Park environmental educator.
- rent a paddleboard, single or tandem kayak from our friends at Paddle-n-More at discounted prices
- simply kick back and enjoy the park itself (there is a playground and swim area)
- order lunch while on the boat in the morning and enjoy it on the cruise back!
Choose your activity options when you make your reservation! You may bring your own snacks and/or lunch or order lunch while you're on the boat for $10. Seltzer water will be available.
Lake George Art and Craft Festival
Host/Presenter: Craftproducers
Location: 17 W Brook Rd , Charles R. Wood Park, Lake George, NY, 12845
Craft Producers will kick off the Lake George Art and Craft Festival. Enjoy a great mix of art, craft, food, and music.
It will be held in the beautiful Charles R. Wood Park, between the village and the Million Dollar Beach.
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Every Tuesday-Sunday from July 29-October 15
Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Culinary Week at Chautauqua
Location: Bestor Plaza, Roberts Ave., Chautauqua, NY, 14757
Phone: 1-800-836-2787This is a week-long food festival featuring great food and craft beverages. Bestor Plaza will again come alive with a diverse array food and drinks prepared by the best regional restaurants, farms, wineries and breweries.
Washington County Fair
Time: 2:00 PM - 6:30 PMHost/Presenter: Washington County Fair
Location: 392 Old Schuylerville Road, Greenwich, NY, 12834
The fair brings together the best of everything, entertainment, 4-H displays, food, music, great rides, and more animals than anywhere else. We truly have something for everyone. Come and enjoy the experience of Washington County, its people, its rural character, and its great agricultural traditions. For over a century, the Washington County Fair has been an essential part of our community, youth, and future. It has been changing with our world, remembering the old and offering the new.
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Dutchess County Fair
Time: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PMHost/Presenter: Dutchess County Fairgrounds
Location: 6636 Spring Brook Ave., Rhinebeck, NY, 12572
Phone: 1-845-876-4000First held in 1842, today the fair is a fun six-day extravaganza of food, midway rides and games and entertainment. The Dutchess County Fair encompasses agriculture, horticulture, turn-of-the-century treasures, a working blacksmith shop and gas-powered engine show, Pleasant Valley Historic Train Station, and much more.
Lady Houdini to Make Her Great New York State Fair Debut
Time: 8:00 PMHost/Presenter: Great New York State Fair
Location: 581 State Fair Blvd., Syracuse, NY, 13209
Phone: 1-315-487-7711 or 1-800-475-FAIRThe escape artist who surpassed Harry Houdini’s record for completing the most Water Torture Cell escapes will perform the feat twice each day during the Great New York State Fair. Lady Houdini leads this year’s showcase of grounds entertainment acts, which includes a mix of new acts, fan-favorites, and requested returns to delight fairgoers.
When they watch Lady Houdini’s act, spectators can expect to witness her hold her breath for five minutes underwater while methodically breaking free of obstacles, including padlocks, handcuffs, and leg shackles. Starting next Wednesday, August 23, Lady Houdini will perform two shows daily in the Central Park area, located across from the Poultry Barn.
Sunflower Spectacular Festival at Wickham Farms
Time: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PMHost/Presenter: Wickham Farms Apple Orchard
Location: 1303 Sweets Corners Road , Penfield, NY, 14526
Phone: 1-585-364-9313Open every day except Wednesdays - 10am to 7pm
Wickham Farms’ annual Sunflower Spectacular Festival invites you to explore the sheer beauty and colors of more than one hundred thousand sunflowers! Pick your own sunflowers, get lost in the giant (five-acre) corn maze, hop on a hayride through the vegetable fields and apple orchard, enjoy fresh donuts, test your aim with our high-powered apple cannons, or pick your own early-season apples. Along with fun in the flower fields, our Barnyard is open to all guests during Sunflower Spectacular. With more than 30 attractions, the Barnyard is the spot for interactive family fun. And don’t forget your camera!
Fairport Music Festival
Location: 12 Liftbridge Lane East, Fairport, NY, 14450
Phone: 1-585-703-0957The Fairport Music Festival is held annually to feature a chorus of local and regional bands providing two-days of music. Each year the event draws visitors from Fairport and points far beyond with a family-friendly environment that includes kids activities, food trucks in addition to 6 stages of music. We are proud of the fact that the event has raised over $2,318,653 for the Golisano Children’s Hospital at Strong – recognized as one of the best children’s hospitals in the United States.
George Thorogood and The Destroyers
Time: 8:00 PMHost/Presenter: Great New York State Fair
Location: 581 State Fair Blvd., Syracuse, NY, 13209
Phone: 1-315-487-7711 or 1-800-475-FAIRGeorge Thorogood and the Destroyers are bringing their “Bad All Over The World – 50 Years of Rock” Tour to the Great New York State Fair. Recognized for massive hits including “I Drink Alone,” “Gear Jammer,” and their biggest anthem, “Bad to the Bone,” the rockers are also known for reinventing blues, country and R&B songs popularized by earlier icons including Bo Diddley, John Lee Hooker and Hank Williams. This has resulted in a transcending stage presence, allowing the band to connect with fans of a vast age range.
After more than 8,000 performances and 15 million albums sold, George Thorogood admits he still gets a rush when he sees audiences for the first time. When asked recently to describe his favorite career moment, Thorogood said, “My highlight is when I step on that bandstand. The promoters invited us, the audience came to hear us, and we’re ready to rock. When the rush of that ends, I’ll stop. Until then, every night I play for people can be the biggest night of my life.”
Concerts at Suburban Park Stage are sponsored by Chevrolet and are free with admission to the Fair.
Peppa Pig Live at Great NYS Fair!
Time: 1:00 PMHost/Presenter: Great New York State Fair
Location: 581 State Fair Blvd., Syracuse, NY, 13209
Phone: 1-315-487-7711 or 1-800-475-FAIRTypically, visitors have to check out the Goat, Llama and Swine Barn to interact with pigs at the Great New York State Fair. But, this August, fairgoers will have an opportunity to watch two famous piglets sing and dance on stage too! Peppa Pig Live!
Peppa Pig is the #1 most streamed preschool show for children of any age around the world. Produced by eOne, Hasbro’s global entertainment studio, Peppa Pig airs in more than 40 languages. Peppa is considered the “crown jewel” of Nick Jr., and she’s a pop star too! Peppa released her first musical album, My First Album, in 2019, followed by Peppa’s Adventures: The Album in 2021.
Now, little piggies all around New York State are invited to join Peppa and George on a camping trip with their school friends, Pedro Pony, Suzy Sheep and Gerald Giraffe. With Daddy Pig driving the bus on the Chevy Court Stage, Peppa and the gang are excited to bring audiences along on their outdoor adventure. The 60-minute live musical experience is packed with plenty of singing, dancing, games and surprises.
All concerts in the Chevrolet Music Series are free with Fair admission.
Julio Iglesias Jr. Serenades at The Great NY State Fair!
Time: 6:00 PMHost/Presenter: Great New York State Fair
Location: 581 State Fair Blvd., Syracuse, NY, 13209
Phone: 1-315-487-7711 or 1-800-475-FAIRNearly 40 years to the day that his legendary father performed at the Grandstand, Julio Iglesias Jr. will charm music fans at the Great New York State Fair. The Latin singer-songwriter, model, and actor will bring his expressive stage presence and smooth, soulful voice to Chevy Court on Saturday, August 26 at 6:00 p.m. and sing through songs from his current album, Under the Covers, in which he puts a unique spin on an eclectic mix of popular songs.
On Under the Covers – just released in February 2023 – Iglesias Jr. reinterprets songs including Marvin Gaye’s “What’s Going On,” George Michaels’ “Careless Whisper,” Tears for Fears’ “Everybody Wants to Rule the World,” and Ed Sheeran’s “Shape of You,” with a classic big band, swing-esque perspective.
All concerts in the Chevrolet Music Series are free with Fair admission.
Oswego Lighthouse Boat Tours
Time: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PMHost/Presenter: H. Lee White Maritime Museum
Location: 1 West First St., Oswego, NY, 13126
Phone: 1-315-342-0480The H. Lee White Maritime Museum at Oswego offers tours to the restored Oswego West Pierhead Lighthouse by boat on gorgeous Lake Ontario. Chartered by a licensed coast guard captain, the pontoon boat provides a smooth ride while a knowledgeable tour guide points out fascinating nautical attractions and historical landmarks.
Visitors to the Lighthouse should plan to spend about two hours total (including to and from transit time) for their experience and tour captains reserve the right to cancel or cut-short any trip due to weather or safety concerns.
Tours depart at the H. Lee White Maritime Museum, which houses one of the finest collections of Maritime Objects and Historical collections in the Great Lakes.
Hip Hop artist Slick Rick at The Great NY State Fair!
Time: 2:00 PMHost/Presenter: Great New York State Fair
Location: 581 State Fair Blvd., Syracuse, NY, 13209
Phone: 1-315-487-7711 or 1-800-475-FAIRA pioneer hip hop artist who has been dubbed “the most sampled hip-hop artist in history” is coming to The Great New York State Fair this summer. Slick Rick is set to take the Suburban Park stage at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 26.
Earlier this year, Slick Rick, born as Ricky Martin Lloyd Walters, was honored with one of the most prestigious accolades, a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award. With his British accent, witty lyrics spoken through a leisurely cadence, and nasally voice, Slick Rick has one of the most recognizable voices in hip hop. His legendary lyrics, star power, and fashion sense has also inspired some of the most popular artists in the genre today, including JAY-Z, Eminem, and Idris Elba.
All concerts in the Chevrolet Music Series are free with Fair admission.
Karen Barnes Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster Artist Showcase
Location: 3273 NY-28, Old Forge, NY, 13420
Phone: 315-369-6411Email: kmayo@viewarts.org
Exhibit hours: Monday - Saturday 10am - 4pm; Sunday 12pm - 4pm
View, in Old Forge, NY, announces the exhibit of paintings by Karen Barnes, 2023 poster artist for ANEAW. The work is on display through July 29th till September 24th. Karen Barnes is this years Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster artist. Barnes from Rome, New York, has been painting the Adirondacks for several years =. Beyond watercolor, Barnes is also an accomplished glass artist, muralist and illustrator. She’s especially well know for her illustrations for National Geographic, Hallmark and two children’s books.
The painting by Barnes selected for this year’s ANEAW poster, “The Kayaker” is on display at View and available for purchase, along with signed posters of the image. Additional examples of Barnes’ work
Widlund Gallery | Upper Hudson Valley Watercolor Society
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: 228 Main Street, North Creek, NY, 12853
Phone: 518-251-2505Email: assistant@tannerypondcenter.org
Aug. 15-Sept. 20
Gallery Hours: Tues – Fri, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Sat, 12:00 - 4:00 PM | additional hours by appointment
Reception: August 25 | 5-7 PM
The exhibit includes works by the group which consists of artists of all abilities from the Adirondacks and surrounding region, working in watercolor, gouache, or other forms of watermedia.
Cornhole for a Cause & Community Festival
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: 10 Main Street- Dutchman's Landing, Catskill, NY, 12414
Phone: 845-835-6294Email: Jrodriquez@inflightinc.org
Cornhole for a Cause is on August 26th at Dutchman's Landing in Catskill, NY presented by MVP Health Care to raise funds to advance In Flight's mission to empower people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) who strive for independence. The day also features food trucks, live music from Guilty Pleasure, raffles, a face painter, and more! Cornhole is pay-to-play, but it is free for the community and spectators to come to enjoy the day!
Plein Air Auction
Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Location: The View Center for Arts and Culture, 3273 NY-28, Old Forge, NY, 13420
Phone: 315-369-6411Email: kmayo@viewarts.org
Join us during this exciting evening for the chance to own an original work of Adirondack art, created for and graciously donated to View by some of the region's most highly regarded plein air painters. The event includes the live auction, plus food and a cash bar. The event is free and open to the public and all proceeds will go to underwrite programming at View.
Stephen Waarts, violin at Tannery Pond
Time: 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Location: 110 Darrow Road, New Lebanon, NY, 12125
Phone: 518-941-4331Email: boxoffice@capitalregionclassical.org
Winner of the 2015 Queen Elisabeth Competition, this young Dutch violinist has already soloed with the Cleveland Orchestra, Chamber Orchestra of Europe, and other leading international ensembles.
Françaix: Sonatine
Ysaÿe: Extase
Poulenc: Sonata
Ravel: Sonate posthume
Stravinsky: The Firebird (selections)
Wieniawski: Faust Fantasia, Op. 20
Modafferi LIVE at Bullfinch Brewpub - Destiny USA!
Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Destiny USA, 306 Hiawatha Blvd. , Syracuse, NY, 13204
Email: michelle@albertsgroup.netLive music from 6 PM - 9 PM!.
Modafferi (Mo•da•free)
If Tom Petty and Elvis Costello had a love child, it would sound like Modafferi. Singer songwriter, Brian Modafferi, fronts the band with his power soulful voice, rolling out great originals, rare covers and groovy b-sides by much loved, but seldom heard artists. Expect a soulful, empowering live show, with funky melodic lyrical rock and roll. Some musical influences include Elvis Costello, Wilco, James Brown, Neil Young, Sly and The Family Stone, Gram Parker, Talking Heads, and Tom Petty.
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📍Bullfinch Brewpub is a locally owned restaurant and brewery, located in the level 1 canyon in the Destiny USA mall. 306 Hiawatha Blvd, Syracuse, NY 13204
Beyond the Campground
Time: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: 4007 Bishop Hill Rd., Marcellus, NY, 13108
Phone: 315-673-1350Email: info@baltimorewoods.org
Have you always wanted to try camping in the wilderness – but don’t know where to begin? Have you heard the Call of the Wild – but aren’t sure how to answer? Do you dream of spending a night in the forest – but worry that you don’t know how, or what stuff you might need?
Then join us as Certified Wilderness Skills Instructor, Jeff Devine, takes us through the ins and outs of camping in the great outdoors. We will cover a broad range of topics from finding places to camp, what to bring and wear, navigation, gear selection and much more. Get ready for your next adventure, and learn how to stay safe and comfortable beyond the campground.
This program is designed for ages 16 and up. Space is limited. Online pre-registration is required.
120-yr. old Church Open House
Time: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: 45 E. Utica St. , Oswego, NY, 13126
Phone: 315-343-1715 Email: oswegotrinityumc@gmail.com
The Oswego Trinity United Methodist Church (UMC) will open its doors to the congregation and community on Saturday, August 26 from 11 a.m. till 2 p.m. Come see where our church has been, where it is now, and where it is going in the future. Take a self-guided tour through our 120-year-old beautiful building, to find interesting facts of history and to see how our congregation has been joined with the community in ministry and mission. Learn the “story” of the over 30 exquisite Tiffany styled stained glass windows.
Enjoy light refreshments and the fellowship of friends and neighbors. We may even be treated to special music! Hope to see you there!
The church is located at 45 East Utica Street, corner of East 4th and Utica, Oswego. Everyone is welcome to attend in person worship on Sunday starting at 10:00 a.m. The live web service is available on the church Facebook page. For further information, please call and leave a message at (315) 343-1715 or visit https://www.facebook.com/OswegoNYTrinityUMC.
Events for August 27
Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMHost/Presenter: Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Location: Allan H. Treman State Marina, 805 Taughannock Blvd, Ithaca, NY, 14850
Phone: 1-607-327-5253Join Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours for a one-of-a-kind Finger Lakes opportunity for a combined 4-hour lake & land experience from our home dock at the Allan H. Treman State Marina to the famous Taughannock Falls State Park and back, with the options below to choose from. Knowledgeable narrators will also be on board to discuss the human and natural history of the lake and provide some hands-on activities, great for kids and adults alike!
- a 2 mile guided hike to Taughannock Falls with a NYS Park environmental educator.
- rent a paddleboard, single or tandem kayak from our friends at Paddle-n-More at discounted prices
- simply kick back and enjoy the park itself (there is a playground and swim area)
- order lunch while on the boat in the morning and enjoy it on the cruise back!
Choose your activity options when you make your reservation! You may bring your own snacks and/or lunch or order lunch while you're on the boat for $10. Seltzer water will be available.
Lake George Art and Craft Festival
Host/Presenter: Craftproducers
Location: 17 W Brook Rd , Charles R. Wood Park, Lake George, NY, 12845
Craft Producers will kick off the Lake George Art and Craft Festival. Enjoy a great mix of art, craft, food, and music.
It will be held in the beautiful Charles R. Wood Park, between the village and the Million Dollar Beach.
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Every Tuesday-Sunday from July 29-October 15
Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Washington County Fair
Time: 2:00 PM - 6:30 PMHost/Presenter: Washington County Fair
Location: 392 Old Schuylerville Road, Greenwich, NY, 12834
The fair brings together the best of everything, entertainment, 4-H displays, food, music, great rides, and more animals than anywhere else. We truly have something for everyone. Come and enjoy the experience of Washington County, its people, its rural character, and its great agricultural traditions. For over a century, the Washington County Fair has been an essential part of our community, youth, and future. It has been changing with our world, remembering the old and offering the new.
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Dutchess County Fair
Time: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PMHost/Presenter: Dutchess County Fairgrounds
Location: 6636 Spring Brook Ave., Rhinebeck, NY, 12572
Phone: 1-845-876-4000First held in 1842, today the fair is a fun six-day extravaganza of food, midway rides and games and entertainment. The Dutchess County Fair encompasses agriculture, horticulture, turn-of-the-century treasures, a working blacksmith shop and gas-powered engine show, Pleasant Valley Historic Train Station, and much more.
Lady Houdini to Make Her Great New York State Fair Debut
Time: 8:00 PMHost/Presenter: Great New York State Fair
Location: 581 State Fair Blvd., Syracuse, NY, 13209
Phone: 1-315-487-7711 or 1-800-475-FAIRThe escape artist who surpassed Harry Houdini’s record for completing the most Water Torture Cell escapes will perform the feat twice each day during the Great New York State Fair. Lady Houdini leads this year’s showcase of grounds entertainment acts, which includes a mix of new acts, fan-favorites, and requested returns to delight fairgoers.
When they watch Lady Houdini’s act, spectators can expect to witness her hold her breath for five minutes underwater while methodically breaking free of obstacles, including padlocks, handcuffs, and leg shackles. Starting next Wednesday, August 23, Lady Houdini will perform two shows daily in the Central Park area, located across from the Poultry Barn.
Sunflower Spectacular Festival at Wickham Farms
Time: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PMHost/Presenter: Wickham Farms Apple Orchard
Location: 1303 Sweets Corners Road , Penfield, NY, 14526
Phone: 1-585-364-9313Open every day except Wednesdays - 10am to 7pm
Wickham Farms’ annual Sunflower Spectacular Festival invites you to explore the sheer beauty and colors of more than one hundred thousand sunflowers! Pick your own sunflowers, get lost in the giant (five-acre) corn maze, hop on a hayride through the vegetable fields and apple orchard, enjoy fresh donuts, test your aim with our high-powered apple cannons, or pick your own early-season apples. Along with fun in the flower fields, our Barnyard is open to all guests during Sunflower Spectacular. With more than 30 attractions, the Barnyard is the spot for interactive family fun. And don’t forget your camera!
The Prodigals at the Great NYS Fair!
Time: 1:00 PMHost/Presenter: Great New York State Fair
Location: 581 State Fair Blvd., Syracuse, NY, 13209
Phone: 1-315-487-7711 or 1-800-475-FAIRThe Prodigals will return to Chevy Court to play at 1:00 p.m. Sunday, August 27. The band has played venues including Madison Square Garden, Lincoln Center, and the Las Vegas House of Blues. When they’re not on the road, The Prodigals play a legendary quarter-century residency at New York City’s iconic Paddy Reilly’s Music Bar – the only all-draft Guinness Bar in the country. Following their 2022 performance at The Fair, one review praised the quintet’s high-energy and captivating stage presence for catching the attention of passersby, and said they “just crushed Chevy Court.” The Prodigals’ music has been featured in major film and television scores including a 2008 crime drama starring Edward Norton and Colin Farrell called, “Pride and Glory.”
As always, all concerts in the Chevrolet Music Series are free with Fair admission.
Country star Matt Stell at the Great NYS Fair!
Time: 6:00 PMHost/Presenter: Great New York State Fair
Location: 581 State Fair Blvd., Syracuse, NY, 13209
Phone: 1-315-487-7711 or 1-800-475-FAIRCountry music star and multi-platinum recording artist Matt Stell joins the 2023 Great New York State Fair’s musical line-up. Country music fans will be familiar with Matt’s most popular songs, the twice-platinum “Prayed for You” and the platinum “Everywhere But On,” which earned Matt consecutive back-to-back #1 hits in 2019. Matt is only one of eight new artists in the past six years to have achieved this honor. His newest EP, “One of Us,” came out last month introducing new tracks that fairgoers will love hearing live.
As always, all concerts in the Chevrolet Music Series are free with Fair admission.
Girl group Boys World at the Great NYS Fair
Time: 2:00 PMHost/Presenter: Great New York State Fair
Location: 581 State Fair Blvd., Syracuse, NY, 13209
Phone: 1-315-487-7711 or 1-800-475-FAIRThe girl group Boys World is comprised of Lilian, Queenie, Makhyli, Olivia, and Elana, and formed after each was discovered individually on social media in 2019. The group released their first single, “Girlfriends,” in 2020, and returned with the While You Were Out EP in 2021. A new EP, “me, my girls & I,” is expected out this Friday and shows how the girls have grown as songwriters. Their newest single – also called “me, my girls & I” – is especially catchy, and has been likened to Dua Lipa’s “New Rules.”
Boys World boasts more than two million TikTok followers and 50 million streams. Their R&B influenced Pop sound draws inspiration from Britney Spears, The Cure, Doja Cat and others.
Concerts at Chevy Court are sponsored by Chevrolet and are free with admission to the Fair.
Bell Biv Devoe at the Great NYS Fair!
Time: 8:00 PMHost/Presenter: Great New York State Fair
Location: 581 State Fair Blvd., Syracuse, NY, 13209
Phone: 1-315-487-7711 or 1-800-475-FAIRThe multi-platinum group that’s best known for the smash hits “Poison” and “When Will I See You Smile Again” is coming back to play The Great New York State Fair. Bell Biv Devoe will bring their blend of R&B, hip hop, new jack swing, and what they call “pop feel appeal” to Suburban Park at 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 27.
Bell Biv DeVoe’s moniker derives from the last names of the stars who comprise the trio: Ricky Bell, Mike Bivins, and Ron Devoe. The group, also known as BBD, is a spin-off of the successful 1980s vocal quintet, New Edition. More than 30 years later, BBD has sold more than 20 million albums and has won the hearts of fans across the world.
As always, all concerts in the Chevrolet Music Series are free with Fair admission.
Harvest Festival at Bethel Woods
Time: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PMHost/Presenter: Bethel Woods Center for the Arts
Location: 200 Hurd Road, Bethel, NY, 12720
Email: info@bethelwoodscenter.orgThe Harvest Festival is an annual fall farmer's market hosted at Bethel Woods Center and is much-loved by our community and the surrounding Catskills and greater upstate NY region. Every Sunday, the six-week long fall festival celebrates the bounty of local farms, talent of local artisans, flavor of homemade specialty food items, and also features live music by regional musicians, food trucks, crafts, special offerings, and more.
Ice Cream Sundays on the Catskill Mountain Railroad
Host/Presenter: Catskill Mountain Road
Location: Westbrook Lane Station in Kingston Plaza , 55 Plaza Road , Kingston , NY, 12401
Phone: 845-332-4854Email: info@catskillmountainrailroad.com
Enjoy a delicious ice cream treat as you see the natural beauty of the Catskills from our railroad’s scenic train. All trains are round trip from the Westbrook Lane Station located in the Kingston Plaza adjacent Uptown Kingston’s Stockade District. Hop on Catskill Mountain Railroad and travel through some of the oldest farmlands in the United States where we will cross the Esopus creek on the restored C9 bridge and go through the Hurley Flats and then start climbing Hurley Mountain. Rides are approximately an hour long.
Karen Barnes Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster Artist Showcase
Location: 3273 NY-28, Old Forge, NY, 13420
Phone: 315-369-6411Email: kmayo@viewarts.org
Exhibit hours: Monday - Saturday 10am - 4pm; Sunday 12pm - 4pm
View, in Old Forge, NY, announces the exhibit of paintings by Karen Barnes, 2023 poster artist for ANEAW. The work is on display through July 29th till September 24th. Karen Barnes is this years Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster artist. Barnes from Rome, New York, has been painting the Adirondacks for several years =. Beyond watercolor, Barnes is also an accomplished glass artist, muralist and illustrator. She’s especially well know for her illustrations for National Geographic, Hallmark and two children’s books.
The painting by Barnes selected for this year’s ANEAW poster, “The Kayaker” is on display at View and available for purchase, along with signed posters of the image. Additional examples of Barnes’ work
Widlund Gallery | Upper Hudson Valley Watercolor Society
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: 228 Main Street, North Creek, NY, 12853
Phone: 518-251-2505Email: assistant@tannerypondcenter.org
Aug. 15-Sept. 20
Gallery Hours: Tues – Fri, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Sat, 12:00 - 4:00 PM | additional hours by appointment
Reception: August 25 | 5-7 PM
The exhibit includes works by the group which consists of artists of all abilities from the Adirondacks and surrounding region, working in watercolor, gouache, or other forms of watermedia.
Prison city Brewing Hops N Shop
Time: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Location: 251 North Street, Auburn , NY, 13021
Email: amy@prisoncitybrewing.comOur newest event, Hops & Shops will be held on Sundays from 12 - 5 pm from June 4th - September 24th. Hops & Shops will be a unique blend of farmer’s market items, craft vendors, flea market shopping, live music, food, and of course, Prison City beer. Hops & Shops will consist of 3 different areas at our Prison City Urban Farm Brewery located at 251 North St. Auburn, NY
- THE BARN: Vintage Flea Market
10 vendors - items can remain in this locked barn each week as needed for the summer.
New & gently used items/antiques.
- THE BARN LAWN: Farmer’s Market
8 vendors - pull up in your truck, put out a table, and start selling.
- THE COURTYARD: Makers Market
12 vendors - pop up your tent, unload at the gates, and set up your space. The co
Racewars New York
Time: 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Location: 2011 Newn Road, Leicester, NY, 14481
Phone: 323-490-9440Email: SEEYOU@RACEWARSUSA.COM
.IT'S A CAR SHOW >>Car Enthusiast from all over the USA are talking about RWUSA as the first of it's kind. Vehicles from all over the spectrum are joining our tour and experiencing it first hand. "9 Years of touring the USA with an event that was simply an idea, a concept turned reality to now becoming a soth out event for the true enthusiast and automotive builders and race fanatics. I'm excited to meet all my new NEW YORK family and extremely pumped to be working with some local enthusiast, we hope our team can deliver a fun, entertaining, captivating, ORGANIZED lifestyle event.- Jeff Maldonado
Piano Recital by Dr. Thomas Donahue
Time: 2:00 PMHost/Presenter: Willard Chapel
Location: 17 Nelson St, Auburn, NY, 13021
Phone: 315-252-0339Email: admin@willard-chapel.com
On Sunday August 27th, Dr. Donahue will present a recital of classical and popular music performed on piano.
Born and raised in Auburn, Donahue has played the keyboard since he was 7. Donahue describes himself as self-taught, though he's also taken master classes with teachers like Anthony Newman, a renowned musician well-known for his recordings of the work of J.S. Bach on harpsichord and pipe organ. The dentist counts Newman among his biggest musical influences.
This event is $10 per person. The Chapel is handicap accessible through its north entrance off Seymour Street. Tickets are available at Willard Chapel, 17 Nelson Street, Auburn, NY during our regular hours Wednesday-Friday 11 AM – 4 PM or call 315-252-0339
Widlund Gallery | Upper Hudson Valley Watercolor Society
Time: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: 228 Main Street, North Creek, NY, 12853
Phone: 518-251-2505Email: assistant@tannerypondcenter.org
Reception: August 25 | 5-7 PM
The exhibit includes works by the group which consists of artists of all abilities from the Adirondacks and surrounding region, working in watercolor, gouache, or other forms of watermedia.
Events for August 28
Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMHost/Presenter: Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Location: Allan H. Treman State Marina, 805 Taughannock Blvd, Ithaca, NY, 14850
Phone: 1-607-327-5253Join Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours for a one-of-a-kind Finger Lakes opportunity for a combined 4-hour lake & land experience from our home dock at the Allan H. Treman State Marina to the famous Taughannock Falls State Park and back, with the options below to choose from. Knowledgeable narrators will also be on board to discuss the human and natural history of the lake and provide some hands-on activities, great for kids and adults alike!
- a 2 mile guided hike to Taughannock Falls with a NYS Park environmental educator.
- rent a paddleboard, single or tandem kayak from our friends at Paddle-n-More at discounted prices
- simply kick back and enjoy the park itself (there is a playground and swim area)
- order lunch while on the boat in the morning and enjoy it on the cruise back!
Choose your activity options when you make your reservation! You may bring your own snacks and/or lunch or order lunch while you're on the boat for $10. Seltzer water will be available.
Lake George Art and Craft Festival
Host/Presenter: Craftproducers
Location: 17 W Brook Rd , Charles R. Wood Park, Lake George, NY, 12845
Craft Producers will kick off the Lake George Art and Craft Festival. Enjoy a great mix of art, craft, food, and music.
It will be held in the beautiful Charles R. Wood Park, between the village and the Million Dollar Beach.
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Every Tuesday-Sunday from July 29-October 15
Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Lady Houdini to Make Her Great New York State Fair Debut
Time: 8:00 PMHost/Presenter: Great New York State Fair
Location: 581 State Fair Blvd., Syracuse, NY, 13209
Phone: 1-315-487-7711 or 1-800-475-FAIRThe escape artist who surpassed Harry Houdini’s record for completing the most Water Torture Cell escapes will perform the feat twice each day during the Great New York State Fair. Lady Houdini leads this year’s showcase of grounds entertainment acts, which includes a mix of new acts, fan-favorites, and requested returns to delight fairgoers.
When they watch Lady Houdini’s act, spectators can expect to witness her hold her breath for five minutes underwater while methodically breaking free of obstacles, including padlocks, handcuffs, and leg shackles. Starting next Wednesday, August 23, Lady Houdini will perform two shows daily in the Central Park area, located across from the Poultry Barn.
Sunflower Spectacular Festival at Wickham Farms
Time: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PMHost/Presenter: Wickham Farms Apple Orchard
Location: 1303 Sweets Corners Road , Penfield, NY, 14526
Phone: 1-585-364-9313Open every day except Wednesdays - 10am to 7pm
Wickham Farms’ annual Sunflower Spectacular Festival invites you to explore the sheer beauty and colors of more than one hundred thousand sunflowers! Pick your own sunflowers, get lost in the giant (five-acre) corn maze, hop on a hayride through the vegetable fields and apple orchard, enjoy fresh donuts, test your aim with our high-powered apple cannons, or pick your own early-season apples. Along with fun in the flower fields, our Barnyard is open to all guests during Sunflower Spectacular. With more than 30 attractions, the Barnyard is the spot for interactive family fun. And don’t forget your camera!
REO Speedwagon is back at Great NYS Fair!
Time: 8:00 PMHost/Presenter: Great New York State Fair
Location: 581 State Fair Blvd., Syracuse, NY, 13209
Phone: 1-315-487-7711 or 1-800-475-FAIRThey’re “Back on the Road Again.” Veteran New York State Fair performers, REO Speedwagon, will “Take it on the Run” to play at the Suburban Park Stage at 8:00 p.m. Monday, August 28.
Formed in 1967 and fronted by iconic vocalist Kevin Cronin since 1972, REO Speedwagon’s unrelenting drive, as well as non-stop touring and recording jump-started the burgeoning rock movement in the Midwest. From 1977 to 1989, REO Speedwagon released nine consecutive albums all certified Platinum or higher. The band’s landmark Hi Infidelity album, which contained the massive hit singles “Keep On Loving You” and “Take It On the Run,” spent 15 weeks in the Number 1 slot in 1980. To date, REO Speedwagon has sold more than 40 million albums!
Cronin and bandmates Bruce Hall (bass), Dave Amato (guitar), and Bryan Hitt (drums) are still electrifying audiences worldwide in concert with hits and fan-favorites.
REO Speedwagon’s performance, like all performances in the Chevrolet Music Series, is free with admission to the Fair.
Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone in Concert
Time: 1:00 PMHost/Presenter: Great New York State Fair
Location: 581 State Fair Blvd., Syracuse, NY, 13209
Phone: 1-315-487-7711 or 1-800-475-FAIRPeter Noone and the Herman's Hermits return to Chevy Court to play through their repertoire of hits, including “I’m Henry the VIII I Am,” “I’m Into Something Good,” and “Mrs. Brown You’ve Got a Lovely Daughter.” Peter Noone and company is scheduled to perform at 1:00 p.m. in what will be their 13th appearance at the Fair!
REO Speedwagon’s performance, like all performances in the Chevrolet Music Series, is free with admission to the Fair.
Christian/Country Artist Anne Wilson at the Great NYS Fair!
Time: 6:00 PMHost/Presenter: Great New York State Fair
Location: 581 State Fair Blvd., Syracuse, NY, 13209
Phone: 1-315-487-7711 or 1-800-475-FAIRWidely popular in the Contemporary Christian music world, the next artist announced in Great New York State Fair’s Chevrolet Music Series was recently recognized as one of Pandora’s Artists to Watch in 2023. Anne Wilson will take the Chevy Court Stage at 6:00 p.m. on Monday, August 28.
Anne is known for blending the heart of Contemporary Christian music and Country music. Those familiar with both genres might recognize “My Jesus,” a bluesy gospel ballad that earned GOLD certification as No. 1 on Billboard’s Christian Airplay chart in 2021, making Anne the first debut female artist to hold that honor. In 2022, the song was recognized as ASCAP’s Christian Music Awards’ Song of the Year. Later that year, the debut album by the same name earned Anne GRAMMY and American Music Award nominations, two GMA Dove Awards, and two K-LOVE Fan Awards.
REO Speedwagon’s performance, like all performances in the Chevrolet Music Series, is free with admission to the Fair.
Karen Barnes Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster Artist Showcase
Location: 3273 NY-28, Old Forge, NY, 13420
Phone: 315-369-6411Email: kmayo@viewarts.org
Exhibit hours: Monday - Saturday 10am - 4pm; Sunday 12pm - 4pm
View, in Old Forge, NY, announces the exhibit of paintings by Karen Barnes, 2023 poster artist for ANEAW. The work is on display through July 29th till September 24th. Karen Barnes is this years Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster artist. Barnes from Rome, New York, has been painting the Adirondacks for several years =. Beyond watercolor, Barnes is also an accomplished glass artist, muralist and illustrator. She’s especially well know for her illustrations for National Geographic, Hallmark and two children’s books.
The painting by Barnes selected for this year’s ANEAW poster, “The Kayaker” is on display at View and available for purchase, along with signed posters of the image. Additional examples of Barnes’ work
Widlund Gallery | Upper Hudson Valley Watercolor Society
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: 228 Main Street, North Creek, NY, 12853
Phone: 518-251-2505Email: assistant@tannerypondcenter.org
Aug. 15-Sept. 20
Gallery Hours: Tues – Fri, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Sat, 12:00 - 4:00 PM | additional hours by appointment
Reception: August 25 | 5-7 PM
The exhibit includes works by the group which consists of artists of all abilities from the Adirondacks and surrounding region, working in watercolor, gouache, or other forms of watermedia.
End of Summer Bash at The Children's Museum at Saratoga!
Time: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: 65 South Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866
Phone: (518) 584-5540Email: info@cmssny.org
Join us for the ultimate End of Summer Bash at the Children's Museum at Saratoga on Monday, August 28th. Immerse yourself in carnival magic as we bring the fun right to our museum, and explore the science of carnivals with a day full of exciting activities and games. Join in the lively carnival activities like corn hole, lawn bowling, and so much more. It's an action-packed day that's sure to create lasting memories!
This event is perfect for families and friends of all ages who are looking to end the summer with a bang. It's time to make the most of these sunny days!
Events for August 29
Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMHost/Presenter: Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Location: Allan H. Treman State Marina, 805 Taughannock Blvd, Ithaca, NY, 14850
Phone: 1-607-327-5253Join Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours for a one-of-a-kind Finger Lakes opportunity for a combined 4-hour lake & land experience from our home dock at the Allan H. Treman State Marina to the famous Taughannock Falls State Park and back, with the options below to choose from. Knowledgeable narrators will also be on board to discuss the human and natural history of the lake and provide some hands-on activities, great for kids and adults alike!
- a 2 mile guided hike to Taughannock Falls with a NYS Park environmental educator.
- rent a paddleboard, single or tandem kayak from our friends at Paddle-n-More at discounted prices
- simply kick back and enjoy the park itself (there is a playground and swim area)
- order lunch while on the boat in the morning and enjoy it on the cruise back!
Choose your activity options when you make your reservation! You may bring your own snacks and/or lunch or order lunch while you're on the boat for $10. Seltzer water will be available.
Lake George Art and Craft Festival
Host/Presenter: Craftproducers
Location: 17 W Brook Rd , Charles R. Wood Park, Lake George, NY, 12845
Craft Producers will kick off the Lake George Art and Craft Festival. Enjoy a great mix of art, craft, food, and music.
It will be held in the beautiful Charles R. Wood Park, between the village and the Million Dollar Beach.
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Every Tuesday-Sunday from July 29-October 15
Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Lady Houdini to Make Her Great New York State Fair Debut
Time: 8:00 PMHost/Presenter: Great New York State Fair
Location: 581 State Fair Blvd., Syracuse, NY, 13209
Phone: 1-315-487-7711 or 1-800-475-FAIRThe escape artist who surpassed Harry Houdini’s record for completing the most Water Torture Cell escapes will perform the feat twice each day during the Great New York State Fair. Lady Houdini leads this year’s showcase of grounds entertainment acts, which includes a mix of new acts, fan-favorites, and requested returns to delight fairgoers.
When they watch Lady Houdini’s act, spectators can expect to witness her hold her breath for five minutes underwater while methodically breaking free of obstacles, including padlocks, handcuffs, and leg shackles. Starting next Wednesday, August 23, Lady Houdini will perform two shows daily in the Central Park area, located across from the Poultry Barn.
Sunflower Spectacular Festival at Wickham Farms
Time: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PMHost/Presenter: Wickham Farms Apple Orchard
Location: 1303 Sweets Corners Road , Penfield, NY, 14526
Phone: 1-585-364-9313Open every day except Wednesdays - 10am to 7pm
Wickham Farms’ annual Sunflower Spectacular Festival invites you to explore the sheer beauty and colors of more than one hundred thousand sunflowers! Pick your own sunflowers, get lost in the giant (five-acre) corn maze, hop on a hayride through the vegetable fields and apple orchard, enjoy fresh donuts, test your aim with our high-powered apple cannons, or pick your own early-season apples. Along with fun in the flower fields, our Barnyard is open to all guests during Sunflower Spectacular. With more than 30 attractions, the Barnyard is the spot for interactive family fun. And don’t forget your camera!
Tyler Hubbard of Georgia Florida Line at Great NYS Fair!
Time: 8:00 PMHost/Presenter: Great New York State Fair
Location: 581 State Fair Blvd., Syracuse, NY, 13209
Phone: 1-315-487-7711 or 1-800-475-FAIRFresh off the release of his highly anticipated debut solo album late last month, Tyler Hubbard of Florida Georgia Line has announced he will bring his summer tour to the Great New York State Fair. The country, singer-songwriter will perform on Tuesday, August 29 at 8:00 p.m. at the Suburban Park Stage. Keeping with tradition, all concerts in the Chevrolet Music Series are free with Fair admission.
Hubbard’s solo career builds on tremendous success achieved in the last decade in the music industry. Now, one of the most recognizable voices in the industry, Hubbard first “cruised” onto radio waves in 2012 as the lead-singer of the popular, multi-platinum selling duo, Florida Georgia Line (FGL). Hubbard’s debut solo song, “5 Foot 9” is his 20th Number One hit, and right now, “Dancin’ In The Country” continues to climb the Country Top 30 and Billboard Top 200 music charts.
The upcoming performance is Hubbard’s third performance at the Great New York State Fair, and first as a solo artist.
All concerts in the Chevrolet Music Series are free with Fair admission. Tickets for adults will be $6. Admission is free for children 12 and under, and those 65 years old and older.
See Tommy James and the Shondells
Time: 1:00 PMHost/Presenter: Great New York State Fair
Location: 581 State Fair Blvd., Syracuse, NY, 13209
Phone: 1-315-487-7711 or 1-800-475-FAIROn Tuesday, August 29, Tommy James and the Shondells, who are entering their 51st year in the music business! Chevy Court audiences can look forward to hearing hits including “MONY MONY,” “Crystal Blue Persuasion” and “Crimson and Clover” when Tommy takes the stage at 1:00 p.m. The music of Tommy James and the Shondells have been featured in more than 60 films and 50 television shows, and continue to be covered by artists spanning multiple genres today, including Kelly Clarkson, Billy Joel Armstrong, Carlos Santana, Cher and more.
All concerts in the Chevrolet Music Series are free with Fair admission.
Bret Michaels to rock the Great NYS Fair!
Time: 6:00 PMHost/Presenter: Great New York State Fair
Location: 581 State Fair Blvd., Syracuse, NY, 13209
Phone: 1-315-487-7711 or 1-800-475-FAIRBret Michaels - the multi-platinum music icon, reality TV superstar and creative entrepreneur - is considered a “cultural touchdown” by entertainment industry leaders. On Tuesday, August 29, Michaels will make his long-awaited return to the Great New York State Fair. Bret will play at 6:00 p.m. on the Chevy Court Stage.
Hot off the heels of a massive stadium tour with his band Poison, Bret is bringing his big hits and “Parti-Gras" energy back this summer. His iconic smash hits include “Every Rose Has Its Thorn,” “Nothin’ But A Good Time,” “Talk Dirty to Me,” his crowd-favorite cover of “Your Mama Don’t Dance” and many more. Branded as a celebration of fans, bands and music, the Parti-Gras tour builds on the vibe of Mardi Gras, promising to deliver an “all killer, no filler” night of hit songs.
All concerts in the Chevrolet Music Series are free with Fair admission.
Karen Barnes Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster Artist Showcase
Location: 3273 NY-28, Old Forge, NY, 13420
Phone: 315-369-6411Email: kmayo@viewarts.org
Exhibit hours: Monday - Saturday 10am - 4pm; Sunday 12pm - 4pm
View, in Old Forge, NY, announces the exhibit of paintings by Karen Barnes, 2023 poster artist for ANEAW. The work is on display through July 29th till September 24th. Karen Barnes is this years Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster artist. Barnes from Rome, New York, has been painting the Adirondacks for several years =. Beyond watercolor, Barnes is also an accomplished glass artist, muralist and illustrator. She’s especially well know for her illustrations for National Geographic, Hallmark and two children’s books.
The painting by Barnes selected for this year’s ANEAW poster, “The Kayaker” is on display at View and available for purchase, along with signed posters of the image. Additional examples of Barnes’ work
Widlund Gallery | Upper Hudson Valley Watercolor Society
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: 228 Main Street, North Creek, NY, 12853
Phone: 518-251-2505Email: assistant@tannerypondcenter.org
Aug. 15-Sept. 20
Gallery Hours: Tues – Fri, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Sat, 12:00 - 4:00 PM | additional hours by appointment
Reception: August 25 | 5-7 PM
The exhibit includes works by the group which consists of artists of all abilities from the Adirondacks and surrounding region, working in watercolor, gouache, or other forms of watermedia.
Events for August 30
Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMHost/Presenter: Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Location: Allan H. Treman State Marina, 805 Taughannock Blvd, Ithaca, NY, 14850
Phone: 1-607-327-5253Join Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours for a one-of-a-kind Finger Lakes opportunity for a combined 4-hour lake & land experience from our home dock at the Allan H. Treman State Marina to the famous Taughannock Falls State Park and back, with the options below to choose from. Knowledgeable narrators will also be on board to discuss the human and natural history of the lake and provide some hands-on activities, great for kids and adults alike!
- a 2 mile guided hike to Taughannock Falls with a NYS Park environmental educator.
- rent a paddleboard, single or tandem kayak from our friends at Paddle-n-More at discounted prices
- simply kick back and enjoy the park itself (there is a playground and swim area)
- order lunch while on the boat in the morning and enjoy it on the cruise back!
Choose your activity options when you make your reservation! You may bring your own snacks and/or lunch or order lunch while you're on the boat for $10. Seltzer water will be available.
Lake George Art and Craft Festival
Host/Presenter: Craftproducers
Location: 17 W Brook Rd , Charles R. Wood Park, Lake George, NY, 12845
Craft Producers will kick off the Lake George Art and Craft Festival. Enjoy a great mix of art, craft, food, and music.
It will be held in the beautiful Charles R. Wood Park, between the village and the Million Dollar Beach.
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Every Tuesday-Sunday from July 29-October 15
Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Lady Houdini to Make Her Great New York State Fair Debut
Time: 8:00 PMHost/Presenter: Great New York State Fair
Location: 581 State Fair Blvd., Syracuse, NY, 13209
Phone: 1-315-487-7711 or 1-800-475-FAIRThe escape artist who surpassed Harry Houdini’s record for completing the most Water Torture Cell escapes will perform the feat twice each day during the Great New York State Fair. Lady Houdini leads this year’s showcase of grounds entertainment acts, which includes a mix of new acts, fan-favorites, and requested returns to delight fairgoers.
When they watch Lady Houdini’s act, spectators can expect to witness her hold her breath for five minutes underwater while methodically breaking free of obstacles, including padlocks, handcuffs, and leg shackles. Starting next Wednesday, August 23, Lady Houdini will perform two shows daily in the Central Park area, located across from the Poultry Barn.
Chapel Hart at the Great NYS Fair!
Time: 6:00 PMHost/Presenter: Great New York State Fair
Location: 581 State Fair Blvd., Syracuse, NY, 13209
Phone: 1-315-487-7711 or 1-800-475-FAIRYou may have rooted for this trio to win America’s Got Talent (AGT) last summer… Now, you can cheer them on while watching from Chevy Court! Chapel Hart is coming to the Great New York State Fair, set to perform at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 30 at Chevy Court.
In 17 seasons of AGT, Chapel Hart was only the second group to win the golden buzzer. The country trio dazzled judges and earned millions of fans after performing “You Can Have Him Jolene,” which was recognized as “International Song of the Year” in Scotland in 2021.
Known for their three-part harmonies, sisters Danica and Devynn Hart and their cousin, Trea Swindle, have sung together since they were children. Their sophomore album, “The Girls Are Back in Town,” delivers a blend of powerful ballads and music to dance to and has been recognized as “Album of the Year” at the British County Music Awards.
The trio was inducted into CMT’s Next Women of Country, which has helped to catapult the careers of Kelsea Ballerini, Ashley McBride and Gabby Barrett. Internationally known artists are taking note of Chapel Hart’s rising star too, as evidenced in Darius Rucker recruiting Chapel Hart to sing on his next album!
As always, all concerts in the Chevrolet Music Series are free with Fair admission.
The Schaghticoke Fair
Host/Presenter: Schaghticoke Fairgrounds
Location: 69 Stillwater Bridge Road, Schaghticoke, NY, 12154
Phone: 1-518-753-4411Just North of Troy NY, The Great Schaghticoke Fair offers great family friendly entertainment like demolition derbies and tractor pulls, a rodeo, fireworks, a live Reptile Show, Pig Races, Circus Incredible High Wire Act, a Roaming T REX, Cirque Ma’Ceo, an equine based Big Top Show and much more. Also enjoy building after building will be bursting with vegetables, fruits, animals, antiques, baked goods and homemade crafts.
The Seven Wonders added to the Great NYS Fair!
Time: 1:00 PMHost/Presenter: Great New York State Fair
Location: 581 State Fair Blvd., Syracuse, NY, 13209
Phone: 1-315-487-7711 or 1-800-475-FAIRThe rumours are true: The Great New York State Fair will welcome The Seven Wonders, a Rochester-based band, to Chevy Court this week. The Fleetwood Mac tribute band will take the Chevy Court Stage at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 30. The Seven Wonders are replacing fellow Rochester native and R&B singer, Danielle Ponder, who had to cancel two weeks of performances due to unforeseen circumstances including her performance at The Fair.
The Seven Wonders is made up of seven world-class musicians with a shared goal to pay homage to the music of Fleetwood Mac. Musicians Teagan Ward, Matthew Stephens, Katy Eberts, Jon Sheffer, Matt Ramerman, Kyle Vock, and Taylor Lee Smith deliver powerful renditions of Fleetwood Mac’s timeless, beloved tracks including “Dreams,” “Go Your Own Way,” “Rhiannon,” “Landslide,” and more. Since forming in 2017, The Seven Wonders has garnered national attention for their high-energy performances and ability to reconnect fans with music they love.
As always, all concerts in the Chevrolet Music Series are free with Fair admission.
Karen Barnes Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster Artist Showcase
Location: 3273 NY-28, Old Forge, NY, 13420
Phone: 315-369-6411Email: kmayo@viewarts.org
Exhibit hours: Monday - Saturday 10am - 4pm; Sunday 12pm - 4pm
View, in Old Forge, NY, announces the exhibit of paintings by Karen Barnes, 2023 poster artist for ANEAW. The work is on display through July 29th till September 24th. Karen Barnes is this years Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster artist. Barnes from Rome, New York, has been painting the Adirondacks for several years =. Beyond watercolor, Barnes is also an accomplished glass artist, muralist and illustrator. She’s especially well know for her illustrations for National Geographic, Hallmark and two children’s books.
The painting by Barnes selected for this year’s ANEAW poster, “The Kayaker” is on display at View and available for purchase, along with signed posters of the image. Additional examples of Barnes’ work
Widlund Gallery | Upper Hudson Valley Watercolor Society
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: 228 Main Street, North Creek, NY, 12853
Phone: 518-251-2505Email: assistant@tannerypondcenter.org
Aug. 15-Sept. 20
Gallery Hours: Tues – Fri, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Sat, 12:00 - 4:00 PM | additional hours by appointment
Reception: August 25 | 5-7 PM
The exhibit includes works by the group which consists of artists of all abilities from the Adirondacks and surrounding region, working in watercolor, gouache, or other forms of watermedia.
Woodstock Farm Festival
Time: 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: 15 Rock City Road, Woodstock, NY, 12498
Phone: 845-901-5970Email: reynoldsmer@gmail.com
Join us every Wednesday May - October for the Woodstock Farm Festival! Enjoy local purveyors, prepared foods, events and music every week.
Events for August 31
Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMHost/Presenter: Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Location: Allan H. Treman State Marina, 805 Taughannock Blvd, Ithaca, NY, 14850
Phone: 1-607-327-5253Join Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours for a one-of-a-kind Finger Lakes opportunity for a combined 4-hour lake & land experience from our home dock at the Allan H. Treman State Marina to the famous Taughannock Falls State Park and back, with the options below to choose from. Knowledgeable narrators will also be on board to discuss the human and natural history of the lake and provide some hands-on activities, great for kids and adults alike!
- a 2 mile guided hike to Taughannock Falls with a NYS Park environmental educator.
- rent a paddleboard, single or tandem kayak from our friends at Paddle-n-More at discounted prices
- simply kick back and enjoy the park itself (there is a playground and swim area)
- order lunch while on the boat in the morning and enjoy it on the cruise back!
Choose your activity options when you make your reservation! You may bring your own snacks and/or lunch or order lunch while you're on the boat for $10. Seltzer water will be available.
Heroic Corn Maze Outdoor Adventure
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: Fort Ticonderoga
Location: 102 Fort Ti Road, Ticonderoga, NY, 12883
Phone: 1-518-585-2821Every Tuesday-Sunday from July 29-October 15
Share time with family and friends while exploring a unique corn maze located on the shores of Lake Champlain at Fort Ticonderoga. Getting lost in this life-size puzzle is part of the fun as you look for history clues among towering stalks of corn! Find clues connected to our story as you make your way through the maze! The Heroic Corn Maze is included in Fort Ticonderoga admission! The Heroic Maze is designed to be challenging but still allows visitors to exit quickly if needed. The maze is divided into two phases so you can customize your experience!
Fort Ticonderoga is proud of its agricultural history with gardens dating to 1756. Today, the formal display King’s Garden, educational Discovery Gardens, apple orchards, and farmland including the Heroic Corn Maze, highlights our commitment to sustainable modern farming practices.
Lady Houdini to Make Her Great New York State Fair Debut
Time: 8:00 PMHost/Presenter: Great New York State Fair
Location: 581 State Fair Blvd., Syracuse, NY, 13209
Phone: 1-315-487-7711 or 1-800-475-FAIRThe escape artist who surpassed Harry Houdini’s record for completing the most Water Torture Cell escapes will perform the feat twice each day during the Great New York State Fair. Lady Houdini leads this year’s showcase of grounds entertainment acts, which includes a mix of new acts, fan-favorites, and requested returns to delight fairgoers.
When they watch Lady Houdini’s act, spectators can expect to witness her hold her breath for five minutes underwater while methodically breaking free of obstacles, including padlocks, handcuffs, and leg shackles. Starting next Wednesday, August 23, Lady Houdini will perform two shows daily in the Central Park area, located across from the Poultry Barn.
The Schaghticoke Fair
Host/Presenter: Schaghticoke Fairgrounds
Location: 69 Stillwater Bridge Road, Schaghticoke, NY, 12154
Phone: 1-518-753-4411Just North of Troy NY, The Great Schaghticoke Fair offers great family friendly entertainment like demolition derbies and tractor pulls, a rodeo, fireworks, a live Reptile Show, Pig Races, Circus Incredible High Wire Act, a Roaming T REX, Cirque Ma’Ceo, an equine based Big Top Show and much more. Also enjoy building after building will be bursting with vegetables, fruits, animals, antiques, baked goods and homemade crafts.
Multi-talented Ludacris at the Great NYS Fair!
Time: 8:00 PMHost/Presenter: Great New York State Fair
Location: 581 State Fair Blvd., Syracuse, NY, 13209
Phone: 1-315-487-7711 or 1-800-475-FAIRYou can catch him on the big screen in a couple of weeks, and then you can watch him live in person at The Great New York State Fair in August. Rapper and Fast & Furious franchise star, Ludacris (Chris “Ludacris” Bridges) will “roll out” into the Fair’s Chevrolet Music Series and take the Suburban Park Stage at 8:00 p.m. Thursday, August 31.
Ludacris will reprise his role as Tej in the Fast & Furious franchise’s newest film, Fast X, due out May 19. A music star first – selling more than 24 million albums worldwide – he spent a solid 15 years at the top of the charts for hits including “Stand Up,” “Get Back,” “Money Maker” and “My Chick Bad.”
More recently, Ludacris created the Netflix animated series Karma’s World, geared toward children ages 6 to 9 years old. The story follows a young Black girl who is finding her voice and using it to change the world.
As always, all concerts in the Chevrolet Music Series are free with Fair admission.
Craft Brew Sail
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PMHost/Presenter: Spirit of Buffalo
Location: Central Wharf at Canalside, 44 Prime Street, Buffalo, NY, 14202
Phone: 1-716-796-7210 Email: info@spiritofbu
Sample some of Buffalo’s best craft brews while taking in a scenic cruise aboard the Spirit of Buffalo. You have the chance to meet the brewer and learn about your new favorite beer on this brews cruise on Lake Erie.
Includes a two-hour cruise, light snacks, and a variety of locally-made beer samples.
Oswego Lighthouse Boat Tours
Time: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: H. Lee White Maritime Museum
Location: 1 West First St., Oswego, NY, 13126
Phone: 1-315-342-0480The H. Lee White Maritime Museum at Oswego offers tours to the restored Oswego West Pierhead Lighthouse by boat on gorgeous Lake Ontario. Chartered by a licensed coast guard captain, the pontoon boat provides a smooth ride while a knowledgeable tour guide points out fascinating nautical attractions and historical landmarks. Visitors to the Lighthouse should plan to spend about two hours total (including to and from transit time) for their experience and tour captains reserve the right to cancel or cut-short any trip due to weather or safety concerns.
Tours depart at the H. Lee White Maritime Museum, which houses one of the finest collections of Maritime Objects and Historical collections in the Great Lakes. Thursday boat tours feature a tour and dinner concept. Please check the website or call the museum for more information.
Fort Drum's Avalanche at the Great NYS Fair!
Time: 1:00 PMHost/Presenter: Great New York State Fair
Location: 581 State Fair Blvd., Syracuse, NY, 13209
Phone: 1-315-487-7711 or 1-800-475-FAIRAvalanche is set to take the Chevy Court stage on Armed Forces Day on Thursday, August 31 at 1 p.m.. The band is a four-piece rock band based at the U.S. Army Base in Fort Drum, most recently played Chevy Court during the 2022 Fair. Their repertoire spans several decades, ranging from Contemporary Pop to familiar Rock and Roll classics. The band is known for providing upbeat music for soldiers and their families, as well as for musical outreach and educational opportunities. Avalanche has played at the International Boy Scouts Jamboree and on multiple U.S. Army recruiting tours.
As always, all concerts in the Chevrolet Music Series are free with Fair admission.
Tour Lake & Land with Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMHost/Presenter: Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours
Location: Allan H. Treman State Marina, 805 Taughannock Blvd, Ithaca, NY, 14850
Phone: 1-607-327-5253Join Discover Cayuga Lake Boat Tours for a one-of-a-kind Finger Lakes opportunity for a combined 4-hour lake & land experience from our home dock at the Allan H. Treman State Marina to the famous Taughannock Falls State Park and back, with the options below to choose from. Knowledgeable narrators will also be on board to discuss the human and natural history of the lake and provide some hands-on activities, great for kids and adults alike!
- a 2 mile guided hike to Taughannock Falls with a NYS Park environmental educator.
- rent a paddleboard, single or tandem kayak from our friends at Paddle-n-More at discounted prices
- simply kick back and enjoy the park itself (there is a playground and swim area)
- order lunch while on the boat in the morning and enjoy it on the cruise back!
Choose your activity options when you make your reservation! You may bring your own snacks and/or lunch or order lunch while you're on the boat for $10. Seltzer water will be available.
Sunflower Spectacular Festival at Wickham Farms
Time: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PMHost/Presenter: Wickham Farms Apple Orchard
Location: 1303 Sweets Corners Road , Penfield, NY, 14526
Phone: 1-585-364-9313Open every day except Wednesdays - 10am to 7pm
Wickham Farms’ annual Sunflower Spectacular Festival invites you to explore the sheer beauty and colors of more than one hundred thousand sunflowers! Pick your own sunflowers, get lost in the giant (five-acre) corn maze, hop on a hayride through the vegetable fields and apple orchard, enjoy fresh donuts, test your aim with our high-powered apple cannons, or pick your own early-season apples. Along with fun in the flower fields, our Barnyard is open to all guests during Sunflower Spectacular. With more than 30 attractions, the Barnyard is the spot for interactive family fun. And don’t forget your camera!
Karen Barnes Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster Artist Showcase
Location: 3273 NY-28, Old Forge, NY, 13420
Phone: 315-369-6411Email: kmayo@viewarts.org
Exhibit hours: Monday - Saturday 10am - 4pm; Sunday 12pm - 4pm
View, in Old Forge, NY, announces the exhibit of paintings by Karen Barnes, 2023 poster artist for ANEAW. The work is on display through July 29th till September 24th. Karen Barnes is this years Adirondacks National Exhibition of American Watercolors Poster artist. Barnes from Rome, New York, has been painting the Adirondacks for several years =. Beyond watercolor, Barnes is also an accomplished glass artist, muralist and illustrator. She’s especially well know for her illustrations for National Geographic, Hallmark and two children’s books.
The painting by Barnes selected for this year’s ANEAW poster, “The Kayaker” is on display at View and available for purchase, along with signed posters of the image. Additional examples of Barnes’ work
Widlund Gallery | Upper Hudson Valley Watercolor Society
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: 228 Main Street, North Creek, NY, 12853
Phone: 518-251-2505Email: assistant@tannerypondcenter.org
Aug. 15-Sept. 20
Gallery Hours: Tues – Fri, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Sat, 12:00 - 4:00 PM | additional hours by appointment
Reception: August 25 | 5-7 PM
The exhibit includes works by the group which consists of artists of all abilities from the Adirondacks and surrounding region, working in watercolor, gouache, or other forms of watermedia.
John Lloyd Young: Unchained Melodies
Time: 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: 3273 State Route 28, Old Forge, NY, 13420
Phone: 315-369-6411Email: performances@viewarts.org
With a voice for the ages, Jersey Boys' original Tony and Grammy winner John Lloyd Young interprets the most thrilling songs of the 50s, 60s and beyond. With golden-era classics such as “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You,” “Unchained Melody,” “Hold Me, Thrill Me, Kiss Me,” “Ooh Baby Baby,” “Only the Lonely” and more, Young’s rich, crystal-clear, emotionally direct renderings will have you falling in love all over again with these iconic favorites.
The New York Times said, “John Lloyd Young has a disciplined one-in-a-million high tenor shading into falsetto that he can direct through the stratosphere.”
Tickets are $50/Members and $65/Non-Members for reserved seating. E-Tickets will not be accepted to this performance.
Denn Bunger LIVE at Bullfinch Brewpub - Destiny USA!
Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Destiny USA, 306 Hiawatha Blvd., Syracuse, NY, 13204
Email: michelle@albertsgroup.netLive music from 6 PM - 9 PM!
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Singer songwriter, Denn Bunger, has been playing throughout Central NY since he was a teen. For the past 15 years he’s been the singer/guitarist/frontman for Syracuse-based rock ‘n blues band, The Degenerators. In addition, Denn also performs as a solo acoustic artist, covering his favorites and playing original works. Enjoy Petty, CSN&Y, Seger, Springsteen, and more.
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📍 Bullfinch Brewpub is a locally owned restaurant and brewery, located in the level 1 canyon in the Destiny USA mall. 306 Hiawatha Blvd, Syracuse, NY 13204