Watkins Glen farm to host vegan-friendly hoedown
A popular farm in Watkins Glen is gearing up for its annual Hoedown Weekend, offering a mix of animal encounters and plant-based food, according to WETM. Farm Sanctuary will welcome about 200 attendees from August ... more
TombStone Run and car show to support veterans
A high-octane celebration of cars, bikes, and community spirit is set to roar into Canandaigua on August 2, bringing together local enthusiasts for a day of music, food, and veteran support. Revved Up Events of ... more
Running to Places brings bold satire ‘Urinetown’ to Ithaca stage
Running to Places Theatre Company is gearing up to present Urinetown: The Musical, a sharp-witted Broadway satire that turns climate crisis and corporate greed into comic gold. Performances will run from July 11–13 at Ithaca ... more
Albany Symphony to Perform Canalside in Seneca Falls Friday
The holiday weekend kicks off with free music and activities all day long in Seneca Falls culminating with a drone show and concert by the Albany Symphony Orchestra on July 4th. Enjoy music, art, artisan ... more
The Beach Boys, John Stamos set to rock CMAC
The Beach Boys are bringing their iconic surf rock to CMAC this Sunday as part of their "Sounds of Summer Tour," with actor-musician John Stamos joining as a special guest, according to the Democrat and ... more
Canandaigua packs holiday weekend with parades, music, fireworks
Canandaigua’s Fourth of July celebrations kicked off Wednesday with a symphony performance at CMAC and will continue through Sunday, according to the Finger Lakes Times. Events include live music, a parade, fireworks, and vintage train ... more
Penn Yan youth theater program secures key grants
The Penn Yan Theatre Co. has landed multiple grants to fund its summer youth program, ensuring continued free access to local theater, according to the Finger Lakes Times. With three awards already secured and a ... more
PaddleFest brings free kayaking fun to Geneva
PaddleFest Geneva returns this Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the lakefront near the Finger Lakes Welcome Center, offering free kayaking and paddling experiences for all ages. No prior experience is needed, and ... more
Geneva hosts return of QSTC with powerful new play
Quick Silver Theater Co. returns to Geneva this Sunday for a free staged reading of “Skirt,” a new work by Craig T. William exploring memory, mental illness, and family bonds. The event is part of ... more
Theatre444 brings Big Fish musical to Geneva stage
A celebrated Broadway favorite is set to make waves in Geneva this August as Theatre444 brings the fantastical story of Big Fish to life at the Geneva Community Center. The production, running August 22–30, promises ... more
Seneca Falls Historical Society to host yard sale and live music July 26
The Seneca Falls Historical Society will blend shopping and live entertainment later this month with its annual Attic Treasures Yard Sale and a new addition—Music on the Lawn. The event will be held Saturday, July ... more
FLX WEEKLY: July Events in Skaneateles (podcast)
Hilary Fenner is the Executive Director of the Skaneateles Area Chamber of Commerce. Paul Garrett is the President of the Finger Lakes Chapter of the Antique and Classic Boat Society. They are both in-studio to ... more
Juneberry Farm in Ovid opens for u-pick season
A hidden gem in the hamlet of Willard is once again welcoming visitors for the summer harvest. Juneberry Farm, located at 6960 1st Street in Ovid, is now open for the 2025 u-pick season. The ... more
Taughannock Falls Inn to host July 4 fireworks show
The Inn at Taughannock Falls will once again light up the skies over Cayuga Lake with its annual Independence Day fireworks display for the Trumansburg and Ithaca community. The celebration is set for Friday, July ... more
Beach Boys cancel Syracuse stop on summer tour
The Beach Boys have canceled their Sunday concert at Syracuse’s Lakeview Amphitheater, according to WSYR. The show was part of their “Sounds of Summer” tour and was set to feature special guest LOCASH. Ticket holders ... more
NY recalls 37 cannabis products over pesticide concerns
New York’s cannabis regulators have expanded a product recall to 37 items from IndoGro LLC, citing unsafe pesticide levels and unlicensed cannabis sources, according to WSYR. While no illnesses have been reported, officials warn the ... more
Golf tournament raises $50K for birthing center
Thompson Health’s annual golf tournament brought in $50,000 to support major upgrades to its maternity unit, according to organizers. Held on June 2 at Cobblestone Creek Country Club in Victor, the Thompson Health Golf Classic ... more
‘Farming While Black’ documentary to screen in Rochester July 10
A powerful new documentary exploring Black land ownership and agricultural heritage will screen at The Little Theatre in Rochester on Thursday, July 10. The event, set for 6:30 p.m., includes a panel discussion focused on ... more
Leadership Ontario now accepting 2025–2026 applications
Leadership Ontario has opened applications for its 2025–2026 program year, inviting emerging and established leaders across Ontario County to apply by August 1. Now entering its fourth cohort, the program aims to equip participants with ... more
