In the heart of summer fun

Bridget Rooney

Syracuse, Onondaga County, and all of Central New York are excited to once again welcome the summer season with open arms. With plenty of sun, shows and savory sips,

Syracuse is your one-stop destination to experience a perfect weekend adventure, a fun family affair or a unique and

spontaneous trip.

With summer festivals happening nearly every weekend through September, your schedule is sure to book up quickly. Syracuse is home to a wonderfully diverse population of welcoming communities, and summertime is when we get to celebrate them all. From Greek and Polish to Middle Eastern and Macedonian, Syracusans and visitors have the opportunity to come together, eat traditional and worldly cuisines, and celebrate the many customs that have shaped our city. Most festivals are free and family oriented.

When you’re not filling up at festivals, you can find dozens of food trucks Downtown and throughout the county. The very popular Syracuse Food Truck Association rounds up tons of trucks every Tuesday at Shoppingtown Mall in Dewitt, Wednesdays at the Great Northern Mall in Clay, and Fridays at the Everson Museum of Art Downtown. Choices ranging from American BBQ, loaded baked potatoes, sweet treats and more hit the streets for you to enjoy no matter what you’re in the mood for.

In the last 10 years, the craft beverage scene has exploded in the Central New York and Finger Lakes Regions. Visit Syracuse has affiliated with regional beverage partners to offer the official Sip on Syracuse (SOS) Beverage Trail, which features 25 of the finest wineries, breweries, cideries, and distilleries in the area. Sample farm-to-table, family-run businesses along the trail while uncovering the incredible views and brews the Syracuse area has to offer.

Music is in the air, and it flows throughout the region. The St. Joseph’s Health Amphitheater at Lakeview invites a variety of genres such as top country stars, classic rock legends, solo pop artists, and kid-friendly bands to perform shows all summer long. Attendees get to enjoy their favorite bands and musicians with amazing sunset views overlooking Onondaga Lake. Premier artists such as Kenny Chesney, Earth Wind & Fire and Sting are set to take the stage this 2022 season to name a few.

Other venues throughout the county that feature local and national recording artists are Coleman's Authentic Irish Pub, Sharkey’s in Liverpool, Kegs Canalside in Jordan, and Paper Mill Island in Baldwinsville, to name a few.

Green Lakes State Park is one of Syracuse’s top summer spots. The perfect place for golfing, walking, jogging and swimming, this park is an ideal spot for packing a picnic and spending the day enjoying the calm turquoise waters. With plenty of playground areas, charcoal grills, and lifeguards on duty, it’s a lovely spot for a fun-filled family day. Green Lakes also offers glass bottom kayaks for both single and double kayakers. Another notable spot to get outside and enjoy is Chittenango Falls State Park. This waterfall stands at 167 feet tall, giving visitors the ability to enjoy the view from the top or trek it gorge-side to experience a new perspective from below.

Skaneateles, the quintessential Finger Lakes Village, is another picturesque summertime spot to visit. Take a day to enjoy this quaint community filled with shops, restaurants, bistros and more, or walk near the lake and just relax.

From delicious foods and drinks to top-tier entertainment and amazing outdoor activities, Syracuse has something for everyone to enjoy. No matter what you choose, you’re sure to have a great time. This summer, we invite visitors to join the residents of our welcoming community and celebrate everything Syracuse and Central New York. For more tips on how to enjoy your summer, head to www.VisitSyracuse.com.

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