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Fall in CNY Guide
Pick a county, any county, across the Central New York region and you’re sure to a find a fall event with delicious food, live music, and a host of enjoyable, unique experiences for all ages. Here’s your guide to fall fun in ’21!
CAYUGA COUNTY: ALMOST HEAVEN- THE SONGS OF JOHN DENVER
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Sept. 8 to Sept. 29 (recurring weekly from Monday to Saturday)
CAYUGAMerry-Go-Round Playhouse Emerson Park 6877 East Lake Rd. Auburn, NY 13021 (315) 255-1305 therevtheatre.com/2021-season/almost-heaven This musical tribute to John Denver, who emerged onto the '60s folk scene, climbed to '70s superstardom, and enjoyed a blazing career throughout the '80s and '90s, will feature some of his greatest hits. You'll have the chance to listen to "Country Roads," "Rocky Mountain High," "Annie's Song," "Leavin' On A Jet Plane," and more. Almost Heaven will be sure to put some sunshine on your shoulders. Tickets cost $63, and proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test is required.
CHENANGO East and West Parks located in the middle of downtown Norwich, NY (607) 336-3378 colorscape.org The Colorscape Chenango Arts Festival brings in 10-12,000 people each year. You can enjoy juried art and fine crafts for sale in an interactive atmosphere, acoustic music by professional singer-songwriters, literary arts, creative culinary arts, and hands-on art for all ages. Admission and all activities are entirely free of charge. This outdoor festival will take place on the weekend after Labor Day, rain or shine.
CORTLAND COUNTY: SUMMITSIX
Sept. 16 to Sept. 19 (until 9 a.m.)
CORTLAND Greek Peak Ski Mountain Resort 2000 NY Rt. 392 Cortland, NY 13045 summit-six.com/summit-six-events SummitSix invites hikers and endurance athletes to test their commitment to fitness & wellbeing and recalibrate their bodies & minds over a 72-hour period where each hiker will select an elevation to the summit, ranging from Olympus (10k) to Everest (29k). Hosting SummitSix is Founder Anissa Buckley—a certified trainer and health coach specializing in nutrition who holds an MBA from Cornell University. Tickets cost $1,350—$2,500 and include lodging, opening and closing dinners with renowned motivational speakers, a post-summit party, meals, snacks, music and emcee motivation entertainment, giveaways, and more.
HERKIMER COUNTY: FALL HARVEST FESTIVAL
Oct. 7 to Oct. 10
HERKIMER Herkimer Diamond KOA Resort 4626 NY-28 North, Herkimer, NY https://koa.com/campgrounds/herkimer/events Now with fall in full bloom, it's the perfect time to cozy up by a campfire making s'mores. At this festival, you can take a wagon ride around the Herkimer Diamond KOA Resort campground or stop by the pavilion to paint pumpkins! In addition, you can enjoy apple cider, donuts, and taking part in an autumn scavenger hunt!
JEFFERSON COUNTY: 30TH ANNUAL PASTA FOR CASA
Oct. 15 (4 p.m.–6:30 p.m.) JEFFERSON Waite Toyota 18406 US Rt. 11 Watertown, NY 13601 www.facebook.com/events/1051430172054383
The 30th Annual Pasta for CASA is a drive-thru-only event this year and will feature specialty pasta dishes from Pizano's Pizza. There will be food for the family and over 70 Raffle and Silent Auction Baskets. For $15 per person, you can get chicken riggies, pasta primavera, or spaghetti (with or without meatballs) plus salad, dessert, a roll, and a beverage. Pre-orders with payment, which can be placed over the phone, are encouraged.
LEWIS COUNTY: LOWVILLE COMEDY - THE BIG AND TALL LEWISCOMEDY TOUR AT LOWVILLE AMERICAN LEGION Sept. 25 (7 p.m.–8:30 p.m.) American Legion Post 162 5383 Dayan St. Lowville, NY 13367 www.eventbrite.com/e/lowville-comedy-the-big-and-tall-comedy-tour-at-lowville-american-legiontickets-161994880047?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
The Big and Tall Comedy Tour began in 2018 and features comedy veteran Ernesto "Big Ern" Galano and nationally touring headliner Mike Bova. When they aren't playing major venues across America, they're playing American Legions and VFWs, raising money for our nation's veterans. This is a one-of-a-kind show with a mix of stand-up, song parodies, and celebrity impressions you don't want to miss! Tickets cost $20 in advance and $30 at the door.
MADISON MADISON COUNTY: YOGA ON THE LAWN June 6 to Sept. 26 (9:30 a.m.–10:30 a.m.) (recurring weekly on Sunday) Brewster Inn 6 Ledyard Ave. Cazenovia, NY 13035 (315) 655-9232 www.thebrewsterinn.com/upcomingevents
Yogis of all abilities are welcome to join an hour-long lakeside yoga class instructed by teachers with diverse teaching styles. Focusing on breath and balance, you are invited to soak in the sunshine as you sit lakeside and start your morning with beauty and serenity. You should bring your mat if you have one (extras will be available), as well as a water bottle, sunscreen, and a small towel. Tickets cost $20 per person and include one complimentary cocktail.
ONEIDA COUNTY: ISABELLE DE BORCHGRAVE: FASHIONING ART FROM PAPER
Oct. 16, 2021 to Jan. 9, 2022
ONEIDA Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute 310 Genesee St. Utica, NY 13502 (315) 797-0000 www.mwpai.org/view/exhibitions/future-exhibition/isabelle-de-borchgrave-fashioning-art-from-paper/ Nearly 100 artworks, celebrating over 500 years of fashion history, created in meticulous detail by contemporary Belgian artist
Isabelle de Borchgrave will be showcased in Fashioning Art from Paper. You will have the chance to immerse yourself in pieces that revive elements of history, including the Italian Renaissance in Florence, the magic of the famed Ballets Russes, and the
Ottoman Empire. De Borchgrave is one of today’s most creative European artists. Her works have been shown internationally, and Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute is the only northeast American venue for this extended tour.
ONONDAGA COUNTY: GOLDEN HARVEST FESTIVAL
ONONDAGA Sept. 11 (10 a.m.–6 p.m.) to Sept. 12 (10 a.m.–5 p.m.) Beaver Lake Nature Center 8477 East Mud Lake Rd. Baldwinsville, NY 13027 (315) 638-2519 www.onondagacountyparks.com/parks/beaver-lake-nature-center/golden-harvest-festival/
This 43rd old-fashioned, country fair-style event has something for people of all ages. There is constant music, live entertainment, arts & crafts vendors, unique games, wildlife programs which include live animal demonstrations, hands-on nature activities, canoeing & kayaking, horse-drawn hayrides, a variety of food, and more. Audiences can participate as both contestants and judges in the Living Scarecrow, Wild Critter Call, and Pie Eating contests. Tickets (cash only) cost $5 for adults, $1 for children ages 6-17, and children five and under are admitted for free.
ONTARIO COUNTY: ANTIQUE CAR SHOW & BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL
Sept. 19 (11 a.m.–4 p.m.) Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansion State Historic Park ONTARIO151 Charlotte St. Canandaigua, NY 14424 (585) 394-4922 www.sonnenberg.org/events
At this festival, you can enjoy both bumpers and banjos! Walk around the grounds while listening to bluegrass music and marveling at all of the antique cars on display. Tickets can be purchased for $20 online through September 16th and then at the admissions booth after this date.
OTSEGO COUNTY: COOPERSTOWN ARTISAN FESTIVAL
OTSEGO Cooperstown Chamber 31 Chestnut St. Cooperstown, NY 13326 (607) 547-9983 https://www.cooperstownartisanfestival.info/ Cooperstown's Labor Day Weekend Artisan Festival features a wide range of handcrafted items, including fine art & photography, jewelry, pottery, glass, fibers & textiles, bath & body products, stationery, woodwork, specialty foods, and much more. The courtyard of the Otsego County Campus will be transformed into an outdoor Artisan Festival, complete with live music and food. Main Street will come alive with a weekend full of arts and music. The festival is free and open to the general public in accordance with health requirements at the time of the event.
SENECA COUNTY: MONTEZUMA NATIONAL WILDLIFE TOUR ADVENTURE
SENECA Oct. 4 to Nov. 30 (1:30 p.m.–3:30 p.m.) (recurring weekly on Monday and Tuesday) The Visitor Center 3395 US-20 Seneca Falls NY (888) 302-1880 www.flfoodtours.com/montezuma-national-wildlife-tour
This unique wildlife tour will lead you on a guided exploration of marshes, pools, and channels which have become the habitat for migratory waterfowl. You'll get to learn about what is required to make the site productive for the many species of wildlife found at this refuge, as well as the history of this landmark. You'll also have the opportunity to explore the landscape on foot and then through a 3.5-mile drive to observe wildlife in their natural habitat. Tickets are $59 per person, and a portion of this cost will go directly to the Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge.
TOMPKINS Aug. 26 to Sept. 4 Hangar Theatre 801 Taughannock Blvd. Ithaca, NY 14850 (607) 273-2787 TOMPKINS COUNTY: AN ODYSSEY: A COMMUNITY-BASED THEATRICAL SPECTACULAR hangartheatre.org/event/odyssey
This show brings together a diverse group of community members with different kinds and amounts of performance experience to create a brand new piece of theater alongside professional artists. The production celebrates the skills of Ithaca’s artists, creating a fresh and unexpected adaptation of this unforgettable tale. At this time, Pay-What-You-Will tickets are available by reservation which can be completed over the phone.
YATES COUNTY: KEUKA ARTS FESTIVAL
Sept. 18 to Sept. 19 Arts Center of Yates County 127 Main St. Penn Yan, NY 14527 (315) 536-8226 www.keukaartsfestival.com
YATES The Keuka Arts Festival is a free, annual fine art and skilled craft show held along the Keuka Lake Outlet Trail. The festival typically juries in over 100 artists & vendors and expects approximately 8,000 attendees. Live music will be played throughout the festival, featuring jazz, blues, swing, rock, and more. In addition, there will be dancers, singers, clowns, artistic demonstrations, food and drinks from local restaurants, food trucks, wineries, breweries, and local produce and products from farmer's market vendors.
Public Relations and Communications Intern Alanna Manning
* Events are subject to change. Please check with venue for any changes in dates/times.
