Wayne County Fair returns with expanded events and entertainment
The Wayne County Fair, New York’s 4th largest agricultural fair, will celebrate its 168th year from August 4-10, 2025, in Palmyra. The fair promises seven days of family-friendly fun, featuring grandstand events like harness racing, ... more
Finger Lakes Winter Carnival returns to Canandaigua
Canandaigua’s fourth annual Finger Lakes Winter Carnival kicks off Friday, celebrating the season with local artisans, culinary delights, and family-friendly activities across three venues: The Lake House, Bristol Mountain, and New York Kitchen. The three-day ... more
Finger Lakes Wine Festival replaced by FLX Summer Fest
The iconic Finger Lakes Wine Festival has been replaced by the family-friendly FLX Summer Fest at Watkins Glen, running July 18-20. The new event will showcase live music, local crafts, food, beverages, and activities for ... more
Fire & Ice Celebrations return to Harbor Hotel properties including Watkins Glen, blending winter magic with charitable giving
The Harbor Hotel Collection’s celebrated Fire & Ice Celebrations are set to return in 2025, bringing a dazzling mix of winter artistry, entertainment, and philanthropy to three scenic waterfront destinations in New York: Watkins Glen, ... more
Finger Lakes Winter Carnival celebrates fourth return
The Finger Lakes Winter Carnival is set to return for its fourth year from January 17-19 in Canandaigua and nearby areas, spotlighting local businesses through vendor fairs and pop-up events. Activities will take place at ... more
Tickets on sale for 2025 Finger Lakes Country Music Festival
Tickets are now available for the Fourth Annual Finger Lakes Country Music Festival, set for June 14, 2025, at the Wayne County Fairgrounds in Palmyra. Headlined by country superstar Dustin Lynch, the festival promises an ... more
Wayne County Fair wins top honors for creativity
The Wayne County Fair earned an Award of Excellence at the International Association of Fairs and Expositions’ 2024 Virtual Awards Show. Their collaboration with Imprint Coffee on a custom brew, Fair Grounds, took First Place ... more
FESTIVAL GUIDE: It’s a Wonderful Life Weekend in Seneca Falls
The 78th Anniversary Celebration of It’s a Wonderful Life returns to Seneca Falls today continuing through the weekend. This annual tradition transforms the town into "Bedford Falls," bringing fans, cast members, and historians together for ... more
Holiday Artist Showcase brings festive fun to Canandaigua
Downtown Canandaigua’s annual Holiday Artist Showcase takes place this Saturday and Sunday in the Historic District, featuring galleries, specialty shops, and over 20 artists displaying handmade gifts. Shoppers can find jewelry, soaps, pottery, paintings, ornaments, ... more
Zuzu’s Petals Project launches during festival weekend
The It’s a Wonderful Life Festival weekend will kick off with the launch of the Zuzu’s Petals Project, unveiled at a 10 a.m. press conference Friday at 32 Fall St. Karolyn Grimes, who played Zuzu ... more
Chilly temps don’t stop crowd at Watkins Glen Village Christmas
A large crowd braved mid-20s temperatures Friday night to stroll Franklin Street during Watkins Glen’s annual Village Christmas, according to event organizers. Attendees ducked into shops to warm up and explored around 70 vendor booths ... more
Seneca Falls kicks off holiday season with It’s a Wonderful Life Festival next week
The holiday spirit will come alive in Seneca Falls as the town launches its annual It’s a Wonderful Life Festival, celebrating the enduring legacy of the beloved Frank Capra film. The festival, running from December ... more
It’s a Wonderful Life Museum set to launch expansion and hope project
The It’s a Wonderful Life Museum in Seneca Falls is set to celebrate the 78th anniversary of the iconic film with a press conference featuring actors from the beloved classic and the launch of an ... more
Watkins Glen Village Christmas returns for 31st year
The Village of Watkins Glen is set to host its 31st annual Christmas celebration on Friday, Dec. 6, bringing festive cheer to North Franklin Street and Gifford Park. The free event will feature family-friendly activities, ... more
Auburn’s Annual Holiday Traditions Event Returns December 8
The City of Auburn’s Historic and Cultural Sites Commission invites residents and visitors alike to celebrate the holiday season with its cherished “Holiday Traditions” event. Scheduled for Sunday, December 8, this beloved community tradition offers ... more
Corning’s Sparkle Celebration Returns for 50th Year
Corning’s beloved Sparkle holiday celebration will mark its 50th year on Saturday, Dec. 7, transforming Market Street into a festive wonderland from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. The free event will feature decorations, live entertainment, ... more
Three Brothers announces Black Friday and holiday market events
Three Brothers Wineries & Estates invites shoppers to skip the crowds and embrace the festive spirit with its annual Black Friday event and a two-day holiday market in December, offering unique experiences and unbeatable deals ... more
Waterloo’s 30th Real Christmas to honor veterans in December
The annual Real Christmas celebration, a longstanding tradition in Waterloo, will mark its 30th anniversary this year. Hosted at the Waterloo Rec Center on Oak Street, the event will run from 3 to 6 p.m ... more
Clyde’s annual Parade of Lights set to sparkle on Saturday
The Village of Clyde is gearing up for its beloved annual "Parade of Lights," a day-long celebration of community and holiday cheer set for Saturday, November 23. The festivities kick off at 10:30 a.m. with ... more
