The State Fair opened this morning. Kids twelve and under go free. So does anyone sixty-five and up, every day. Forty-one acts play across thirteen days and the concerts are included. A cup of milk is a quarter, plain or chocolate.
Wineries from our lakes pouring at the Colonnades. Grape Day is August 27. Cider and beer from our towns in the Horticulture Building.
Two things have a deadline if you're deciding when to go. The drone show, three hundred of them, runs tonight and tomorrow only.
Tomorrow is also Student Youth Day, so anyone eighteen and under gets in free, plus SUNY students with an ID.
If you go, reply back and let me know what you liked best!
🏁 RUN THE HISTORIC GRAND PRIX COURSE 🏁
Join us for a fun 10K run/walk at the Hare Prix on September 19!
Now in its second running, the Hare Prix is a family-friendly event in Watkins Glen. Race it, ramble, or take your time. Everyone ends up at the Lucky Hare marina location for the after party.
Register before September 1 and save. Prices go up after that.
All finishers get a medal. Brunch and race tech shirt is optional. Details here!
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📅 EVENTS 📅
Top Picks
Finger Lakes Bike Rally (Hector - Thursday)
Concert in the Pines: Tim Ball with Alex Fortier (Naples - Friday)
The Great Garlic Tasting (Himrod - Saturday)
Wednesday, August 26
Luke Bryan (Canandaigua) — See Luke Bryan's Word on the Street Tour with special guests at CMAC on August 26 featuring a chart-topping country star.
Lucky Hare Run Club, Watkins Glen (Watkins Glen) — Join Lucky Hare Run Club on August 26 for an inclusive community run welcoming all fitness levels and families.
Storied Winds with the Orchestra of the Southern Tier Finger Lakes (Watkins Glen) — Experience the Orchestra of the Southern Finger Lakes performing Storied Winds on August 26 for classical music excellence.
Trumansburg Fair (Trumansburg) — Experience the Trumansburg Fair, August 25-30, featuring rides, entertainment, and community fun for all ages.
Guided Evening Paddle: Fitch's Bridge to Grove Street Boat Launch (Elmira) — Join an expert-guided evening paddle on the Chemung River from Fitch's Bridge to Grove Street Boat Launch.
Creating with Oils with Steve Duprey (Penn Yan) — Learn oil painting techniques for landscapes and still lifes with instructor Steve Duprey in this all-levels class suitable for ages 16+.
Thursday, August 27
House of Sterling LIVE @ Two Goats Brewing (Hector) — Enjoy House of Sterling's acoustic folk-country blend at Two Goats Brewing on August 27, 5-7 PM.
Montour Falls Farmers Market (Montour Falls) — Browse fresh local produce and goods at Montour Falls Farmers Market.
Papa Muse Acoustic Duo @ Danby Food and Drink (Danby) — Papa Muse Acoustic Duo brings indie world rock and funk with uplifting lyrics on August 27 with sandwiches and beverages available.
Industry/Locals Night (Burdett) — Enjoy half-off cocktails and 15% off bottle sales at this industry and locals night event.
Public Sunset Cruise (Ithaca) — Enjoy narrated sunset cruises on Cayuga Lake with crew conversations and stunning views, Thursday-Saturday evenings May-October.
Finger Lakes Bike Rally (Hector) — Join the Finger Lakes Bike Rally for group rides, workshops, and vendor connections and more.
Friday, August 28
Live Music - Madelyn Rose @ Gem Creek Brewing (Canandaigua) — Enjoy an unforgettable night with Madelyn Rose blending country roots and favorites from Fleetwood Mac to Nirvana at Gem Creek Brewing.
"Coffee After Hours" Mixology Workshop in collaboration with Winter Swan and PM Spirits (Victor) — Mix your own specialty cocktails using Winter Swan coffee and PM Spirits in this collaborative workshop, taking three drinks home.
Night Sky Eco-Cruise (Ithaca) — Spot zodiac constellations and celestial landmarks on a guided night sky cruise with expert narrators June-September.
The Central on Main - Live Music by Boogie Shoes (Canandaigua) — Experience great live music by Boogie Shoes and enjoy local eats at The Central on Main.
Summer Series at Vineyard View Keuka (Keuka Park) — Enjoy live music and food trucks at Vineyard View Keuka on multiple dates throughout summer (July-September).
Fundraising Wine Chat at Wagner Vineyards (Lodi) — Support AFP Finger Lakes Chapter at a fundraising wine chat at Wagner Vineyards on August 28.
Live Music at Main Deck & The Tunnel Bar (Penn Yan) — Experience live music performances at Main Deck and The Tunnel Bar in downtown Penn Yan.
Live Music by Nate Michaels (Phelps) — Experience live music by Nate Michaels at Smokin' Tails Distillery, enjoying handcrafted spirits in a relaxed atmosphere.
Concert in the Pines: Tim Ball with Alex Fortier (Naples) — Celtic fiddler Tim Ball and pianist Alex Fortier perform at RMSC Cumming Nature Center in Naples.
Outdoor Toddler Dance Party (Penn Yan) — Boogie along to stories and songs at this outdoor toddler dance party on Penn Yan's Main Street (weather permitting).
Saturday, August 29
Summer Series: Ruby Shooz (Canandaigua) — Enjoy classic 50s and 60s rock 'n' roll by Ruby Shooz on August 29 while supporting local charity Called to Care.
Afternoon Tea at Rose Hill: A Taste of Rose Hill (Geneva) — Enjoy traditional afternoon tea and learn about 1800s life and farm-to-table dining at Rose Hill Mansion.
Try-It: Watercolor (Ithaca) — Learn watercolor fundamentals in a hands-on two-hour workshop with all materials provided, perfect for all experience levels.
The Great Garlic Tasting (Himrod) — Explore exceptional garlic varieties grown on Sweet Farm with a refined tasting experience in beautiful formal gardens overlooking the lake.
Painting en Plein Air for Young Artists with Hsiao-Pei Yang (Dundee) — Learn outdoor painting techniques from award-winning artist Hsiao-Pei Yang using acrylics, watercolors, or oil pastels for ages 8-15.
Dine in the 9s: Cool As... at Northville Arts Center in King Ferry (King Ferry) — Savor elevated cold dishes including shrimp cocktail, scallop crudo, and frosted Bellini at Dine in the 9s in King Ferry.
Live Music | Lucky Hare Brewing Bar and Grill | End of summer luau party! (Watkins Glen) — Send summer off island-style with live music, tropical drinks, and luau vibes at Lucky Hare Brewing.
Lansing Lighthouse 5K & 1 Mile Run (Lansing) — Run the Lansing Lighthouse 5K or 1 Mile race at Myers Park for a great morning of fitness and community.
Finger Lakes Duathlon Watkins Glen (Watkins Glen) — Challenge yourself in the Finger Lakes Duathlon with Formula 1, Classic, and Relay race options at Watkins Glen.
East vs West Dinner at Fox Run Vineyards — Fox Run Vineyards (Penn Yan) — Celebrate Finger Lakes wine community with a collaborative dinner at Fox Run Vineyards featuring Boundary Breaks.
Sunday, August 30
The Mavericks & Friends at Concerts at Point of the Bluff (Hammondsport) — Experience The Mavericks' multicultural Americana fusion blending rock, country, Tex-Mex, and Latin rhythms at Concerts at Point of the Bluff.
Pretzel & Wine Pairing at Fulkerson Winery (Dundee) — Pair five pretzel flavors with five wine tastings for just $15 at Fulkerson Winery's unique tasting event.
Self-Guided Paddle (Branchport) — Paddle Keuka Lake and Sugar Creek on your own schedule with kayak rentals and educational guides included.
Goat Yoga at Hazlitt • The Oasis Lawn (Hector) — Join Goat Yoga at Hazlitt on August 30 for a relaxing hour with adorable goats, followed by wine, food trucks, and live music.
Two Hollows Monster Marathon and Half Marathon (Harford) — Challenge yourself on scenic singletrack trails in the Two Hollows Monster Marathon or Half Marathon in Harford on August 30.
Recurring Events
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See you out there!
Thanks for being part of the Finger Lakes Effect.
Adam Moody

