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Local Events Calendar
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November 1, 2017
Host/Presenter: Mirbeau Skaneateles
Phone: 1-877-(MIRBEAU)
Seasonally inspired creations to wow your family or a party!
RSVP the day of by calling 844.285.0226 or in person at the Spa Desk at Mirbeau in Skaneateles.
Participation is exclusive to overnight, day spa guests, and members only, with no additional fees required. If you are not a guest or a member, a day spa pass may be purchased at the Spa Desk for $60 (M-TH) allowing you access not only to the cooking class but to all fitness and resort activities for that day and Spa Facilities (Steam Room, Sauna, Resting Area, Aqua Terrace).
Mirbeau Inn & Spa presents Culinary Class: Savory Tarts
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PMHost/Presenter: Mirbeau Skaneateles
Location: 851 West Genesee Street , Skaneateles, NY, 13152
Seasonally inspired creations to wow your family or a party!
RSVP the day of by calling 844.285.0226 or in person at the Spa Desk at Mirbeau in Skaneateles.
Participation is exclusive to overnight, day spa guests, and members only, with no additional fees required. If you are not a guest or a member, a day spa pass may be purchased at the Spa Desk for $60 (M-TH) allowing you access not only to the cooking class but to all fitness and resort activities for that day and Spa Facilities (Steam Room, Sauna, Resting Area, Aqua Terrace).
November 4, 2017
Host/Presenter: Ontario Center for Performing Arts
Phone: 1-315-342-1733
Email: ocpaoswego@gmail.com
In existence for more than 30 years, the Oswego Music Hall offers mostly acoustical musicians every other Saturday night from September to June. On concert evenings, a large empty hall is transformed into an intimate venue replete with candlelit tables, professional staging and sound; as well as an array of freshly baked desserts, hot cider and freshly brewed coffee.
This week, Ithaca favorites, Nate & Kate, will take the Oswego Music Hall stage. Nate and Kate Marshall deliver a mix of heartfelt modern folk songs, humor and juggling that add up to a completely unique and dynamic show fit for old, young and in between.
Oswego Music Hall
Time: 7:30 PMHost/Presenter: Ontario Center for Performing Arts
Location: McCrobie Building, 41 Lake St., Oswego, NY, 13126
Email: ocpaoswego@gmail.com
In existence for more than 30 years, the Oswego Music Hall offers mostly acoustical musicians every other Saturday night from September to June. On concert evenings, a large empty hall is transformed into an intimate venue replete with candlelit tables, professional staging and sound; as well as an array of freshly baked desserts, hot cider and freshly brewed coffee.
This week, Ithaca favorites, Nate & Kate, will take the Oswego Music Hall stage. Nate and Kate Marshall deliver a mix of heartfelt modern folk songs, humor and juggling that add up to a completely unique and dynamic show fit for old, young and in between.
November 4, 2017
Host/Presenter: The Central New York Chapter of the National Railway Historical Society
Phone: 1-315-451-6551
Sponsored by The Central New York Chapter of the National Railway Historical Society, the
Great NYS Model Train Fair is one of the Northeast's largest premier model train shows!
The show features 270 Vendors with more than 30 operating layouts.
There is plenty of free parking at the fairgrounds and shuttle buses are scheduled at regular intervals between The Center of Progress and outlying parking areas.
The Great New York State Model Train Fair
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMHost/Presenter: The Central New York Chapter of the National Railway Historical Society
Location: 581 State Fair Blvd, , Syracuse, NY, 13209
Sponsored by The Central New York Chapter of the National Railway Historical Society, the
Great NYS Model Train Fair is one of the Northeast's largest premier model train shows!
The show features 270 Vendors with more than 30 operating layouts.
There is plenty of free parking at the fairgrounds and shuttle buses are scheduled at regular intervals between The Center of Progress and outlying parking areas.
November 5, 2017
Host/Presenter: The Central New York Chapter of the National Railway Historical Society
Phone: 1-315-451-6551
Sponsored by The Central New York Chapter of the National Railway Historical Society, the
Great NYS Model Train Fair is one of the Northeast's largest premier model train shows!
The show features 270 Vendors with more than 30 operating layouts.
There is plenty of free parking at the fairgrounds and shuttle buses are scheduled at regular intervals between The Center of Progress and outlying parking areas.
The Great New York State Model Train Fair
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PMHost/Presenter: The Central New York Chapter of the National Railway Historical Society
Location: 581 State Fair Blvd, , Syracuse, NY, 13209
Sponsored by The Central New York Chapter of the National Railway Historical Society, the
Great NYS Model Train Fair is one of the Northeast's largest premier model train shows!
The show features 270 Vendors with more than 30 operating layouts.
There is plenty of free parking at the fairgrounds and shuttle buses are scheduled at regular intervals between The Center of Progress and outlying parking areas.
November 10, 2017
Host/Presenter: Granger Homestead and Carriage Museum
Phone: 1-585-394-1472
Held on the lawn of the majestic Granger Homestead and Carriage Museum, roam through a series of decorated, heated tents brings together more than 130 regional artisans and unique food vendors. Enjoy German food along with traditional fare, wine, beer and "Gideon's Grog" while live entertainment and holiday music fills the tents throughout the show.
The Granger Homestead Festival of Trees opens when the Market opens and for a small additional fee, you can view decorated trees, wreaths and other seasonal decorations donated by local businesses, groups and individuals. Many items are available through a silent auction. And bring the little ones because they won’t want to miss a minute of Elf School!
Christkindl Market
Time: 11:00 AM - 6:00 PMHost/Presenter: Granger Homestead and Carriage Museum
Location: 295 North Main St., Canandaigua, NY, 14424
Held on the lawn of the majestic Granger Homestead and Carriage Museum, roam through a series of decorated, heated tents brings together more than 130 regional artisans and unique food vendors. Enjoy German food along with traditional fare, wine, beer and "Gideon's Grog" while live entertainment and holiday music fills the tents throughout the show.
The Granger Homestead Festival of Trees opens when the Market opens and for a small additional fee, you can view decorated trees, wreaths and other seasonal decorations donated by local businesses, groups and individuals. Many items are available through a silent auction. And bring the little ones because they won’t want to miss a minute of Elf School!
November 11, 2017
Host/Presenter: Red Shoes Black Bag Productions
The girls are back in town, and ready to rock the house!
Get ready to shake what your mama gave you as CNY's fiercest female performers share the stage for a live concert you won't forget!
This year, experience 19 of CNY's most dynamic women "flip the switch" and take on the most iconic songs from rock, pop, R&B, country, and soul - all originally recorded and performed by men! Get ready to shake it and sing along to Michael Jackson, Ray Charles, Elton John, Queen, Prince, and more of our favorite music! Man, you don't want to miss this show!!!
Red Shoes Black Bag Productions is thrilled to announce that we'll be donating $2 from every Ladies Night ticket sold to Vera House. Vera House, Inc.'s goal is to end domestic violence and sexual abuse, and this year they are celebrating 40 years of making a difference in our community.
Shake it Up on Ladies Night at The Palace
Time: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PMHost/Presenter: Red Shoes Black Bag Productions
Location: The Palace Theatre 13206, 2384 James St, Syracuse, NY, 13206
Get ready to shake what your mama gave you as CNY's fiercest female performers share the stage for a live concert you won't forget!
This year, experience 19 of CNY's most dynamic women "flip the switch" and take on the most iconic songs from rock, pop, R&B, country, and soul - all originally recorded and performed by men! Get ready to shake it and sing along to Michael Jackson, Ray Charles, Elton John, Queen, Prince, and more of our favorite music! Man, you don't want to miss this show!!!
Red Shoes Black Bag Productions is thrilled to announce that we'll be donating $2 from every Ladies Night ticket sold to Vera House. Vera House, Inc.'s goal is to end domestic violence and sexual abuse, and this year they are celebrating 40 years of making a difference in our community.
November 11, 2017
Host/Presenter: Granger Homestead and Carriage Museum
Phone: 1-585-394-1472
Held on the lawn of the majestic Granger Homestead and Carriage Museum, roam through a series of decorated, heated tents brings together more than 130 regional artisans and unique food vendors. Enjoy German food along with traditional fare, wine, beer and "Gideon's Grog" while live entertainment and holiday music fills the tents throughout the show.
The Granger Homestead Festival of Trees opens when the Market opens and for a small additional fee, you can view decorated trees, wreaths and other seasonal decorations donated by local businesses, groups and individuals. Many items are available through a silent auction. And bring the little ones because they won’t want to miss a minute of Elf School!
Christkindl Market
Time: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PMHost/Presenter: Granger Homestead and Carriage Museum
Location: 295 North Main St., Canandaigua, NY, 14424
Held on the lawn of the majestic Granger Homestead and Carriage Museum, roam through a series of decorated, heated tents brings together more than 130 regional artisans and unique food vendors. Enjoy German food along with traditional fare, wine, beer and "Gideon's Grog" while live entertainment and holiday music fills the tents throughout the show.
The Granger Homestead Festival of Trees opens when the Market opens and for a small additional fee, you can view decorated trees, wreaths and other seasonal decorations donated by local businesses, groups and individuals. Many items are available through a silent auction. And bring the little ones because they won’t want to miss a minute of Elf School!
November 11, 2017
Host/Presenter: CJS Vineyards
Phone: 1-315-730-4619
CJS Vineyards pairs their unique Chambourcin wines with a variety of chocolates and local cheeses. There is a fee for tasting.
Chambourcin, Chocolate, and Cheese Weekend
Time: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PMHost/Presenter: CJS Vineyards
Location: 6900 Fosterville Road, Auburn, NY, 13021
CJS Vineyards pairs their unique Chambourcin wines with a variety of chocolates and local cheeses. There is a fee for tasting.
November 12, 2017
Host/Presenter: Granger Homestead and Carriage Museum
Phone: 1-585-394-1472
Held on the lawn of the majestic Granger Homestead and Carriage Museum, roam through a series of decorated, heated tents brings together more than 130 regional artisans and unique food vendors. Enjoy German food along with traditional fare, wine, beer and "Gideon's Grog" while live entertainment and holiday music fills the tents throughout the show.
The Granger Homestead Festival of Trees opens when the Market opens and for a small additional fee, you can view decorated trees, wreaths and other seasonal decorations donated by local businesses, groups and individuals. Many items are available through a silent auction. And bring the little ones because they won’t want to miss a minute of Elf School!
Christkindl Market
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PMHost/Presenter: Granger Homestead and Carriage Museum
Location: 295 North Main St., Canandaigua, NY, 14424
Held on the lawn of the majestic Granger Homestead and Carriage Museum, roam through a series of decorated, heated tents brings together more than 130 regional artisans and unique food vendors. Enjoy German food along with traditional fare, wine, beer and "Gideon's Grog" while live entertainment and holiday music fills the tents throughout the show.
The Granger Homestead Festival of Trees opens when the Market opens and for a small additional fee, you can view decorated trees, wreaths and other seasonal decorations donated by local businesses, groups and individuals. Many items are available through a silent auction. And bring the little ones because they won’t want to miss a minute of Elf School!
November 12, 2017
Host/Presenter: CJS Vineyards
Phone: 1-315-730-4619
CJS Vineyards pairs their unique Chambourcin wines with a variety of chocolates and local cheeses. There is a fee for tasting.
Chambourcin, Chocolate, and Cheese Weekend
Time: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PMHost/Presenter: CJS Vineyards
Location: 6900 Fosterville Road, Auburn, NY, 13021
CJS Vineyards pairs their unique Chambourcin wines with a variety of chocolates and local cheeses. There is a fee for tasting.
November 12, 2017
Host/Presenter: Ontario Orchards of Oswego NY
Phone: 315-349-8322
Sample delicious squash, sweet cider, hard cider, apple pie and 5 year old cheddar cheese off the block!
Ontario Orchards Open House/Tasting Event
Time: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PMHost/Presenter: Ontario Orchards of Oswego NY
Location: 7735 State Route 104, Oswego , NY, 13126
Sample delicious squash, sweet cider, hard cider, apple pie and 5 year old cheddar cheese off the block!
November 13, 2017
Host/Presenter: SEVENTH INNING STRETCH / COOPERSTOWN CONNECTION
Mariano Rivera is Coming to Syracuse! Cooperstown Connection Syracuse, Gentlemen's Corner Barber Shop and Steiner Sports Present New York Yankees Legend and Future Baseball Hall of Fame Inductee Mariano Rivera Monday November 13th, 2017 at Destiny USA Mall in Syracuse, NY.
Meet New York Yankees Legend Mariano Rivera
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PMHost/Presenter: SEVENTH INNING STRETCH / COOPERSTOWN CONNECTION
Location: 9090 Destiny USA Dr, Syracuse , NY, 13204
November 15, 2017
Phone: 1-315-453-6712
Come and be mesmerized as you drive through two miles of twinkling lights and sparkling displays at Liverpool’s Lights on the Lake.
Held each year from Thanksgiving through the first week of January, this captivating display of lights features towering holiday displays, larger-than-life Land of Oz, a Twinkling Fantasy Forest, colorful arches, a delightful Victorian Village, animated scenes and more! There is a fee.
Lights on the Lake Holiday Celebration
Time: 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Location: 6790 Onondaga Lake Trail , Liverpool, NY, 13088
Come and be mesmerized as you drive through two miles of twinkling lights and sparkling displays at Liverpool’s Lights on the Lake.
Held each year from Thanksgiving through the first week of January, this captivating display of lights features towering holiday displays, larger-than-life Land of Oz, a Twinkling Fantasy Forest, colorful arches, a delightful Victorian Village, animated scenes and more! There is a fee.
November 15, 2017
Host/Presenter: Mirbeau Skaneateles
Phone: 1-877-(MIRBEAU)
Create holiday favorites with our baker!
RSVP the day of by calling 844.285.0226 or in person at the Spa Desk at Mirbeau in Skaneateles.
Participation is exclusive to overnight, day spa guests, and members only, with no additional fees required. If you are not a guest or a member, a day spa pass may be purchased at the Spa Desk for $60 (M-TH) allowing you access not only to the cooking class but to all fitness and resort activities for that day and Spa Facilities (Steam Room, Sauna, Resting Area, Aqua Terrace).
Mirbeau Inn & Spa presents Culinary Class: Pie Time with Kathy
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PMHost/Presenter: Mirbeau Skaneateles
Location: 851 West Genesee Street , Skaneateles, NY, 13152
Create holiday favorites with our baker!
RSVP the day of by calling 844.285.0226 or in person at the Spa Desk at Mirbeau in Skaneateles.
Participation is exclusive to overnight, day spa guests, and members only, with no additional fees required. If you are not a guest or a member, a day spa pass may be purchased at the Spa Desk for $60 (M-TH) allowing you access not only to the cooking class but to all fitness and resort activities for that day and Spa Facilities (Steam Room, Sauna, Resting Area, Aqua Terrace).
November 16, 2017
Phone: 1-315-453-6712
Come and be mesmerized as you drive through two miles of twinkling lights and sparkling displays at Liverpool’s Lights on the Lake.
Held each year from Thanksgiving through the first week of January, this captivating display of lights features towering holiday displays, larger-than-life Land of Oz, a Twinkling Fantasy Forest, colorful arches, a delightful Victorian Village, animated scenes and more! There is a fee.
Lights on the Lake
Time: 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Location: 6790 Onondaga Lake Trail , Liverpool, NY, 13088
Come and be mesmerized as you drive through two miles of twinkling lights and sparkling displays at Liverpool’s Lights on the Lake.
Held each year from Thanksgiving through the first week of January, this captivating display of lights features towering holiday displays, larger-than-life Land of Oz, a Twinkling Fantasy Forest, colorful arches, a delightful Victorian Village, animated scenes and more! There is a fee.
November 17, 2017
Phone: 1-800-684-5217
Celebrate the holidays along the Cayuga Lake Wine Trail. Sample food and wine pairings and bring home the matching recipes and a souvenir wine glass Save money with your Holiday Shoppers Card, only valid during the event dates.
You'll get a souvenir wine glass, a grapevine wreath, an ornament at each stop, a Shoppers’ Card, wine and food! At your last stop, hand in your ticket to be eligible for a Grand Prize.
Today, the following wineries are participating:
Treleaven
Long Point
Montezuma
Six Mile Creek
Saturday 10-6pm, ALL 16 wineries are participating.
Sunday 10-5pm, ALL 16 wineries are participating.
On Saturday, you can start at 9am at Six Mile Creek, Treleaven and Long Point wineries only.
Cayuga Wine Trail Holiday Shopping Spree
Time: 1:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: Various Locations, Cayuga, NY, 13034
Celebrate the holidays along the Cayuga Lake Wine Trail. Sample food and wine pairings and bring home the matching recipes and a souvenir wine glass Save money with your Holiday Shoppers Card, only valid during the event dates.
You'll get a souvenir wine glass, a grapevine wreath, an ornament at each stop, a Shoppers’ Card, wine and food! At your last stop, hand in your ticket to be eligible for a Grand Prize.
Today, the following wineries are participating:
Treleaven
Long Point
Montezuma
Six Mile Creek
Saturday 10-6pm, ALL 16 wineries are participating.
Sunday 10-5pm, ALL 16 wineries are participating.
On Saturday, you can start at 9am at Six Mile Creek, Treleaven and Long Point wineries only.
November 17, 2017
Phone: 1-800-819-2291
Departure Times: 4:30 p.m. & 7 p.m.
Live the magic of the classic Polar Express™ Train Ride story with the Adirondack Scenic Railroad. Depart from Utica’s Union Station and travel north while being served hot chocolate and cookies, interacting with Cocoa Chefs, and listening to Liam Neeson’s reading of The POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride, by Chris van Allsburg.
When you arrive at the North Pole (Holland Patent, NY), Santa will board the train, spending time with each and every family during the return trip and giving children the first present of Christmas (a silver bell, just like in the book or movie)! For a first class ride, travel to the North Pole in the Cocoa Class car! Mrs. Claus and the Cocoa Chef will be the hostess’ for you in the first-class car. Families will be served cookies and hot chocolate in souvenir mugs while being seated at table seating.
Santa will visit with each and every family during the return trip. Children (and parents!) are encouraged to come in pajamas.
Polar Express Train Ride
Host/Presenter: Adirondack Scenic Railroad - Utica Union Station
Location: 321 Main Street, Utica, NY, 13501
Departure Times: 4:30 p.m. & 7 p.m.
Live the magic of the classic Polar Express™ Train Ride story with the Adirondack Scenic Railroad. Depart from Utica’s Union Station and travel north while being served hot chocolate and cookies, interacting with Cocoa Chefs, and listening to Liam Neeson’s reading of The POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride, by Chris van Allsburg.
When you arrive at the North Pole (Holland Patent, NY), Santa will board the train, spending time with each and every family during the return trip and giving children the first present of Christmas (a silver bell, just like in the book or movie)! For a first class ride, travel to the North Pole in the Cocoa Class car! Mrs. Claus and the Cocoa Chef will be the hostess’ for you in the first-class car. Families will be served cookies and hot chocolate in souvenir mugs while being seated at table seating.
Santa will visit with each and every family during the return trip. Children (and parents!) are encouraged to come in pajamas.
November 17, 2017
Phone: 1-315-453-6712
Come and be mesmerized as you drive through two miles of twinkling lights and sparkling displays at Liverpool’s Lights on the Lake.
Held each year from Thanksgiving through the first week of January, this captivating display of lights features towering holiday displays, larger-than-life Land of Oz, a Twinkling Fantasy Forest, colorful arches, a delightful Victorian Village, animated scenes and more! There is a fee.
Lights on the Lake
Time: 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Location: 6790 Onondaga Lake Trail , Liverpool, NY, 13088
Come and be mesmerized as you drive through two miles of twinkling lights and sparkling displays at Liverpool’s Lights on the Lake.
Held each year from Thanksgiving through the first week of January, this captivating display of lights features towering holiday displays, larger-than-life Land of Oz, a Twinkling Fantasy Forest, colorful arches, a delightful Victorian Village, animated scenes and more! There is a fee.
November 18, 2017
Host/Presenter: Ontario Center for Performing Arts
Phone: 1-315-342-1733
Email: ocpaoswego@gmail.com
In existence for more than 30 years, the Oswego Music Hall offers mostly acoustical musicians every other Saturday night from September to June. On concert evenings, a large empty hall is transformed into an intimate venue replete with candlelit tables, professional staging and sound; as well as an array of freshly baked desserts, hot cider and freshly brewed coffee.
This week, enjoy the sounds of renowned singer-songwriter Evie Laden Band. Innovative musicians/dancers with a quirky neo-trad soul, Evie Ladin & Keith Terry throw down original folk songs and deep interpretations of old songs, with the kinetic thrill of percussive dance.
Oswego Music Hall
Time: 7:30 PMHost/Presenter: Ontario Center for Performing Arts
Location: McCrobie Building, 41 Lake St., Oswego, NY, 13126
Email: ocpaoswego@gmail.com
In existence for more than 30 years, the Oswego Music Hall offers mostly acoustical musicians every other Saturday night from September to June. On concert evenings, a large empty hall is transformed into an intimate venue replete with candlelit tables, professional staging and sound; as well as an array of freshly baked desserts, hot cider and freshly brewed coffee.
This week, enjoy the sounds of renowned singer-songwriter Evie Laden Band. Innovative musicians/dancers with a quirky neo-trad soul, Evie Ladin & Keith Terry throw down original folk songs and deep interpretations of old songs, with the kinetic thrill of percussive dance.
November 18, 2017
Host/Presenter: The Oncenter Convention Center
Located in the heart of Syracuse at the magnificent OnCenter, RetroGameCon is a family-friendly convention celebrating the fun and challenging excitement of video games with vendors, artists, panels, tournaments, live music, free play, trivia, a cosplay contest and much more.
RetroGameCon
Time: 9:30 AM - 6:00 PMHost/Presenter: The Oncenter Convention Center
Location: 800 South State St., Syracuse, NY, 13202
November 18, 2017
Phone: 1-800-684-5217
Celebrate the holidays along the Cayuga Lake Wine Trail. Sample food and wine pairings and bring home the matching recipes and a souvenir wine glass Save money with your Holiday Shoppers Card, only valid during the event dates.
You'll get a souvenir wine glass, a grapevine wreath, an ornament at each stop, a Shoppers’ Card, wine and food! At your last stop, hand in your ticket to be eligible for a Grand Prize.
Today, the following wineries are participating:
Treleaven
Long Point
Montezuma
Six Mile Creek
Saturday 10-6pm, ALL 16 wineries are participating.
Sunday 10-5pm, ALL 16 wineries are participating.
On Saturday, you can start at 9am at Six Mile Creek, Treleaven and Long Point wineries only.
Cayuga Wine Trail Holiday Shopping Spree
Time: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Location: Various Locations, Cayuga, NY, 13034
Celebrate the holidays along the Cayuga Lake Wine Trail. Sample food and wine pairings and bring home the matching recipes and a souvenir wine glass Save money with your Holiday Shoppers Card, only valid during the event dates.
You'll get a souvenir wine glass, a grapevine wreath, an ornament at each stop, a Shoppers’ Card, wine and food! At your last stop, hand in your ticket to be eligible for a Grand Prize.
Today, the following wineries are participating:
Treleaven
Long Point
Montezuma
Six Mile Creek
Saturday 10-6pm, ALL 16 wineries are participating.
Sunday 10-5pm, ALL 16 wineries are participating.
On Saturday, you can start at 9am at Six Mile Creek, Treleaven and Long Point wineries only.
November 18, 2017
Phone: 1-800-819-2291
Departure Times: 4:30 p.m. & 7 p.m.
Live the magic of the classic Polar Express™ Train Ride story with the Adirondack Scenic Railroad. Depart from Utica’s Union Station and travel north while being served hot chocolate and cookies, interacting with Cocoa Chefs, and listening to Liam Neeson’s reading of The POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride, by Chris van Allsburg.
When you arrive at the North Pole (Holland Patent, NY), Santa will board the train, spending time with each and every family during the return trip and giving children the first present of Christmas (a silver bell, just like in the book or movie)! For a first class ride, travel to the North Pole in the Cocoa Class car! Mrs. Claus and the Cocoa Chef will be the hostess’ for you in the first-class car. Families will be served cookies and hot chocolate in souvenir mugs while being seated at table seating.
Santa will visit with each and every family during the return trip. Children (and parents!) are encouraged to come in pajamas.
Polar Express Train Ride
Host/Presenter: Adirondack Scenic Railroad - Utica Union Station
Location: 321 Main Street, Utica, NY, 13501
Departure Times: 4:30 p.m. & 7 p.m.
Live the magic of the classic Polar Express™ Train Ride story with the Adirondack Scenic Railroad. Depart from Utica’s Union Station and travel north while being served hot chocolate and cookies, interacting with Cocoa Chefs, and listening to Liam Neeson’s reading of The POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride, by Chris van Allsburg.
When you arrive at the North Pole (Holland Patent, NY), Santa will board the train, spending time with each and every family during the return trip and giving children the first present of Christmas (a silver bell, just like in the book or movie)! For a first class ride, travel to the North Pole in the Cocoa Class car! Mrs. Claus and the Cocoa Chef will be the hostess’ for you in the first-class car. Families will be served cookies and hot chocolate in souvenir mugs while being seated at table seating.
Santa will visit with each and every family during the return trip. Children (and parents!) are encouraged to come in pajamas.
November 18, 2017
Phone: 1-315-453-6712
Come and be mesmerized as you drive through two miles of twinkling lights and sparkling displays at Liverpool’s Lights on the Lake.
Held each year from Thanksgiving through the first week of January, this captivating display of lights features towering holiday displays, larger-than-life Land of Oz, a Twinkling Fantasy Forest, colorful arches, a delightful Victorian Village, animated scenes and more! There is a fee.
Lights on the Lake
Time: 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Location: 6790 Onondaga Lake Trail , Liverpool, NY, 13088
Come and be mesmerized as you drive through two miles of twinkling lights and sparkling displays at Liverpool’s Lights on the Lake.
Held each year from Thanksgiving through the first week of January, this captivating display of lights features towering holiday displays, larger-than-life Land of Oz, a Twinkling Fantasy Forest, colorful arches, a delightful Victorian Village, animated scenes and more! There is a fee.
November 18, 2017
to January 6, 2018
Phone: 716-754-7489
See over 75 beautiful lighted displays and an illuminated Shrine. Climb to the top of the Basilica and enjoy an angel’s view of fifteen acres of holiday lights.
Fatima Shrine Festival of Lights
Host/Presenter: Our Lady of Fatima Shrine
Location: 1023 Swann Road, Lewiston, NY, 14092
See over 75 beautiful lighted displays and an illuminated Shrine. Climb to the top of the Basilica and enjoy an angel’s view of fifteen acres of holiday lights.
November 18, 2017
Host/Presenter: Bite Bakery and Cafe
Please join Bite Bakery and Cafe for their first open mic night with our very own Joie! She went viral early in October and now you can get to see her in person perform!
Open Mic Night with Joie Grimaldi | Bite Bakery and Cafe
Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PMHost/Presenter: Bite Bakery and Cafe
Location: 53 Franklin Square , Utica , NY, 13502
November 18, 2017
to January 6, 2018
Phone: 716-754-7489
See over 75 beautiful lighted displays and an illuminated Shrine. Climb to the top of the Basilica and enjoy an angel’s view of fifteen acres of holiday lights.
Fatima Shrine Festival of Lights
Host/Presenter: Our Lady of Fatima Shrine
Location: 1023 Swann Road, Lewiston, NY, 14092
See over 75 beautiful lighted displays and an illuminated Shrine. Climb to the top of the Basilica and enjoy an angel’s view of fifteen acres of holiday lights.
November 19, 2017
Host/Presenter: The Oncenter Convention Center
Located in the heart of Syracuse at the magnificent OnCenter, RetroGameCon is a family-friendly convention celebrating the fun and challenging excitement of video games with vendors, artists, panels, tournaments, live music, free play, trivia, a cosplay contest and much more.
RetroGameCon
Time: 9:30 AM - 6:00 PMHost/Presenter: The Oncenter Convention Center
Location: 800 South State St., Syracuse, NY, 13202
November 19, 2017
Phone: 1-800-684-5217
Celebrate the holidays along the Cayuga Lake Wine Trail. Sample food and wine pairings and bring home the matching recipes and a souvenir wine glass Save money with your Holiday Shoppers Card, only valid during the event dates.
You'll get a souvenir wine glass, a grapevine wreath, an ornament at each stop, a Shoppers’ Card, wine and food! At your last stop, hand in your ticket to be eligible for a Grand Prize.
Today, the following wineries are participating:
Treleaven
Long Point
Montezuma
Six Mile Creek
Saturday 10-6pm, ALL 16 wineries are participating.
Sunday 10-5pm, ALL 16 wineries are participating.
On Saturday, you can start at 9am at Six Mile Creek, Treleaven and Long Point wineries only.
Cayuga Wine Trail Holiday Shopping Spree
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: Various Locations, Cayuga, NY, 13034
Celebrate the holidays along the Cayuga Lake Wine Trail. Sample food and wine pairings and bring home the matching recipes and a souvenir wine glass Save money with your Holiday Shoppers Card, only valid during the event dates.
You'll get a souvenir wine glass, a grapevine wreath, an ornament at each stop, a Shoppers’ Card, wine and food! At your last stop, hand in your ticket to be eligible for a Grand Prize.
Today, the following wineries are participating:
Treleaven
Long Point
Montezuma
Six Mile Creek
Saturday 10-6pm, ALL 16 wineries are participating.
Sunday 10-5pm, ALL 16 wineries are participating.
On Saturday, you can start at 9am at Six Mile Creek, Treleaven and Long Point wineries only.
November 19, 2017
Phone: 1-800-819-2291
Departure Times: 4:30 p.m. & 7 p.m.
Live the magic of the classic Polar Express™ Train Ride story with the Adirondack Scenic Railroad. Depart from Utica’s Union Station and travel north while being served hot chocolate and cookies, interacting with Cocoa Chefs, and listening to Liam Neeson’s reading of The POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride, by Chris van Allsburg.
When you arrive at the North Pole (Holland Patent, NY), Santa will board the train, spending time with each and every family during the return trip and giving children the first present of Christmas (a silver bell, just like in the book or movie)! For a first class ride, travel to the North Pole in the Cocoa Class car! Mrs. Claus and the Cocoa Chef will be the hostess’ for you in the first-class car. Families will be served cookies and hot chocolate in souvenir mugs while being seated at table seating.
Santa will visit with each and every family during the return trip. Children (and parents!) are encouraged to come in pajamas.
Polar Express Train Ride
Host/Presenter: Adirondack Scenic Railroad - Utica Union Station
Location: 321 Main Street, Utica, NY, 13501
Departure Times: 4:30 p.m. & 7 p.m.
Live the magic of the classic Polar Express™ Train Ride story with the Adirondack Scenic Railroad. Depart from Utica’s Union Station and travel north while being served hot chocolate and cookies, interacting with Cocoa Chefs, and listening to Liam Neeson’s reading of The POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride, by Chris van Allsburg.
When you arrive at the North Pole (Holland Patent, NY), Santa will board the train, spending time with each and every family during the return trip and giving children the first present of Christmas (a silver bell, just like in the book or movie)! For a first class ride, travel to the North Pole in the Cocoa Class car! Mrs. Claus and the Cocoa Chef will be the hostess’ for you in the first-class car. Families will be served cookies and hot chocolate in souvenir mugs while being seated at table seating.
Santa will visit with each and every family during the return trip. Children (and parents!) are encouraged to come in pajamas.
November 19, 2017
Phone: 1-315-453-6712
Come and be mesmerized as you drive through two miles of twinkling lights and sparkling displays at Liverpool’s Lights on the Lake.
Held each year from Thanksgiving through the first week of January, this captivating display of lights features towering holiday displays, larger-than-life Land of Oz, a Twinkling Fantasy Forest, colorful arches, a delightful Victorian Village, animated scenes and more! There is a fee.
Lights on the Lake
Time: 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Location: 6790 Onondaga Lake Trail , Liverpool, NY, 13088
Come and be mesmerized as you drive through two miles of twinkling lights and sparkling displays at Liverpool’s Lights on the Lake.
Held each year from Thanksgiving through the first week of January, this captivating display of lights features towering holiday displays, larger-than-life Land of Oz, a Twinkling Fantasy Forest, colorful arches, a delightful Victorian Village, animated scenes and more! There is a fee.
November 19, 2017
Host/Presenter: Cayuga Museum of History and Art
Phone: (315) 253-8051
Join Cayuga Museum to celebrate the start of the holiday season!
Cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, merriment and cheer. Catering provided by Balloon's Restaurant. Music provided by Jane Stebbins of Good Time Charlie's Mobile Entertainment.
Cayuga Museum Holiday Party
Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PMHost/Presenter: Cayuga Museum of History and Art
Location: 203 Genesee Street, Auburn , NY, 13025
Join Cayuga Museum to celebrate the start of the holiday season!
Cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, merriment and cheer. Catering provided by Balloon's Restaurant. Music provided by Jane Stebbins of Good Time Charlie's Mobile Entertainment.
November 19, 2017
Host/Presenter: Tailwater Lodge
Phone: (855) 895-6343
Join Tailwater Lodge this Sunday for another exciting event in their Tasting Room. Phil Dumond will be playing all of the hits when Middle Ages will be pouring samples. Come and enjoy Fall on the Salmon River.
Tastings and Tunes with Middle Ages and Phil Dumond
Time: 1:30 PM - 4:30 PMHost/Presenter: Tailwater Lodge
Location: 52 Pulaski Street, Altmar , NY, 13302
Join Tailwater Lodge this Sunday for another exciting event in their Tasting Room. Phil Dumond will be playing all of the hits when Middle Ages will be pouring samples. Come and enjoy Fall on the Salmon River.
November 18, 2017
to January 6, 2018
Phone: 716-754-7489
See over 75 beautiful lighted displays and an illuminated Shrine. Climb to the top of the Basilica and enjoy an angel’s view of fifteen acres of holiday lights.
Fatima Shrine Festival of Lights
Host/Presenter: Our Lady of Fatima Shrine
Location: 1023 Swann Road, Lewiston, NY, 14092
See over 75 beautiful lighted displays and an illuminated Shrine. Climb to the top of the Basilica and enjoy an angel’s view of fifteen acres of holiday lights.
November 20, 2017
Phone: 1-315-453-6712
Come and be mesmerized as you drive through two miles of twinkling lights and sparkling displays at Liverpool’s Lights on the Lake.
Held each year from Thanksgiving through the first week of January, this captivating display of lights features towering holiday displays, larger-than-life Land of Oz, a Twinkling Fantasy Forest, colorful arches, a delightful Victorian Village, animated scenes and more! There is a fee.
Lights on the Lake
Time: 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Location: 6790 Onondaga Lake Trail , Liverpool, NY, 13088
Come and be mesmerized as you drive through two miles of twinkling lights and sparkling displays at Liverpool’s Lights on the Lake.
Held each year from Thanksgiving through the first week of January, this captivating display of lights features towering holiday displays, larger-than-life Land of Oz, a Twinkling Fantasy Forest, colorful arches, a delightful Victorian Village, animated scenes and more! There is a fee.
November 18, 2017
to January 6, 2018
Phone: 716-754-7489
See over 75 beautiful lighted displays and an illuminated Shrine. Climb to the top of the Basilica and enjoy an angel’s view of fifteen acres of holiday lights.
Fatima Shrine Festival of Lights
Host/Presenter: Our Lady of Fatima Shrine
Location: 1023 Swann Road, Lewiston, NY, 14092
See over 75 beautiful lighted displays and an illuminated Shrine. Climb to the top of the Basilica and enjoy an angel’s view of fifteen acres of holiday lights.
November 21, 2017
Phone: 1-315-453-6712
Come and be mesmerized as you drive through two miles of twinkling lights and sparkling displays at Liverpool’s Lights on the Lake.
Held each year from Thanksgiving through the first week of January, this captivating display of lights features towering holiday displays, larger-than-life Land of Oz, a Twinkling Fantasy Forest, colorful arches, a delightful Victorian Village, animated scenes and more! There is a fee.
Lights on the Lake
Time: 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Location: 6790 Onondaga Lake Trail , Liverpool, NY, 13088
Come and be mesmerized as you drive through two miles of twinkling lights and sparkling displays at Liverpool’s Lights on the Lake.
Held each year from Thanksgiving through the first week of January, this captivating display of lights features towering holiday displays, larger-than-life Land of Oz, a Twinkling Fantasy Forest, colorful arches, a delightful Victorian Village, animated scenes and more! There is a fee.
November 18, 2017
to January 6, 2018
Phone: 716-754-7489
See over 75 beautiful lighted displays and an illuminated Shrine. Climb to the top of the Basilica and enjoy an angel’s view of fifteen acres of holiday lights.
Fatima Shrine Festival of Lights
Host/Presenter: Our Lady of Fatima Shrine
Location: 1023 Swann Road, Lewiston, NY, 14092
See over 75 beautiful lighted displays and an illuminated Shrine. Climb to the top of the Basilica and enjoy an angel’s view of fifteen acres of holiday lights.
November 22, 2017
Phone: 1-315-453-6712
Come and be mesmerized as you drive through two miles of twinkling lights and sparkling displays at Liverpool’s Lights on the Lake.
Held each year from Thanksgiving through the first week of January, this captivating display of lights features towering holiday displays, larger-than-life Land of Oz, a Twinkling Fantasy Forest, colorful arches, a delightful Victorian Village, animated scenes and more! There is a fee.
Lights on the Lake
Time: 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Location: 6790 Onondaga Lake Trail , Liverpool, NY, 13088
Come and be mesmerized as you drive through two miles of twinkling lights and sparkling displays at Liverpool’s Lights on the Lake.
Held each year from Thanksgiving through the first week of January, this captivating display of lights features towering holiday displays, larger-than-life Land of Oz, a Twinkling Fantasy Forest, colorful arches, a delightful Victorian Village, animated scenes and more! There is a fee.
November 18, 2017
to January 6, 2018
Phone: 716-754-7489
See over 75 beautiful lighted displays and an illuminated Shrine. Climb to the top of the Basilica and enjoy an angel’s view of fifteen acres of holiday lights.
Fatima Shrine Festival of Lights
Host/Presenter: Our Lady of Fatima Shrine
Location: 1023 Swann Road, Lewiston, NY, 14092
See over 75 beautiful lighted displays and an illuminated Shrine. Climb to the top of the Basilica and enjoy an angel’s view of fifteen acres of holiday lights.
November 23, 2017
Phone: 1-315-453-6712
Come and be mesmerized as you drive through two miles of twinkling lights and sparkling displays at Liverpool’s Lights on the Lake.
Held each year from Thanksgiving through the first week of January, this captivating display of lights features towering holiday displays, larger-than-life Land of Oz, a Twinkling Fantasy Forest, colorful arches, a delightful Victorian Village, animated scenes and more! There is a fee.
Lights on the Lake
Time: 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Location: 6790 Onondaga Lake Trail , Liverpool, NY, 13088
Come and be mesmerized as you drive through two miles of twinkling lights and sparkling displays at Liverpool’s Lights on the Lake.
Held each year from Thanksgiving through the first week of January, this captivating display of lights features towering holiday displays, larger-than-life Land of Oz, a Twinkling Fantasy Forest, colorful arches, a delightful Victorian Village, animated scenes and more! There is a fee.
November 18, 2017
to January 6, 2018
Phone: 716-754-7489
See over 75 beautiful lighted displays and an illuminated Shrine. Climb to the top of the Basilica and enjoy an angel’s view of fifteen acres of holiday lights.
Fatima Shrine Festival of Lights
Host/Presenter: Our Lady of Fatima Shrine
Location: 1023 Swann Road, Lewiston, NY, 14092
See over 75 beautiful lighted displays and an illuminated Shrine. Climb to the top of the Basilica and enjoy an angel’s view of fifteen acres of holiday lights.
November 24, 2017
Phone: 1-800-819-2291
Departure Times: 4:30 p.m. & 7 p.m.
Live the magic of the classic Polar Express™ Train Ride story with the Adirondack Scenic Railroad. Depart from Utica’s Union Station and travel north while being served hot chocolate and cookies, interacting with Cocoa Chefs, and listening to Liam Neeson’s reading of The POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride, by Chris van Allsburg.
When you arrive at the North Pole (Holland Patent, NY), Santa will board the train, spending time with each and every family during the return trip and giving children the first present of Christmas (a silver bell, just like in the book or movie)! For a first class ride, travel to the North Pole in the Cocoa Class car! Mrs. Claus and the Cocoa Chef will be the hostess’ for you in the first-class car. Families will be served cookies and hot chocolate in souvenir mugs while being seated at table seating.
Santa will visit with each and every family during the return trip. Children (and parents!) are encouraged to come in pajamas.
Polar Express Train Ride
Host/Presenter: Adirondack Scenic Railroad - Utica Union Station
Location: 321 Main Street, Utica, NY, 13501
Departure Times: 4:30 p.m. & 7 p.m.
Live the magic of the classic Polar Express™ Train Ride story with the Adirondack Scenic Railroad. Depart from Utica’s Union Station and travel north while being served hot chocolate and cookies, interacting with Cocoa Chefs, and listening to Liam Neeson’s reading of The POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride, by Chris van Allsburg.
When you arrive at the North Pole (Holland Patent, NY), Santa will board the train, spending time with each and every family during the return trip and giving children the first present of Christmas (a silver bell, just like in the book or movie)! For a first class ride, travel to the North Pole in the Cocoa Class car! Mrs. Claus and the Cocoa Chef will be the hostess’ for you in the first-class car. Families will be served cookies and hot chocolate in souvenir mugs while being seated at table seating.
Santa will visit with each and every family during the return trip. Children (and parents!) are encouraged to come in pajamas.
November 24, 2017
Phone: 1-315-453-6712
Come and be mesmerized as you drive through two miles of twinkling lights and sparkling displays at Liverpool’s Lights on the Lake.
Held each year from Thanksgiving through the first week of January, this captivating display of lights features towering holiday displays, larger-than-life Land of Oz, a Twinkling Fantasy Forest, colorful arches, a delightful Victorian Village, animated scenes and more! There is a fee.
Lights on the Lake
Time: 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Location: 6790 Onondaga Lake Trail , Liverpool, NY, 13088
Come and be mesmerized as you drive through two miles of twinkling lights and sparkling displays at Liverpool’s Lights on the Lake.
Held each year from Thanksgiving through the first week of January, this captivating display of lights features towering holiday displays, larger-than-life Land of Oz, a Twinkling Fantasy Forest, colorful arches, a delightful Victorian Village, animated scenes and more! There is a fee.
November 24, 2017
Host/Presenter: The Rockwell Museum, The ARTS Council of the Southern Finger Lakes, and Urban Corning
Phone: 1-866-946-3386
Artist talks, demonstrations, exhibition openings, modern dance performances, public art projects, live music, craft beverage tastings and more make The Crawl a truly festive and diverse experience. Whether you're a seasoned art collector or just out to see something different, the Urban Arts Crawl in Corning will spark your creative side.
Urban Arts Crawl
Time: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PMHost/Presenter: The Rockwell Museum, The ARTS Council of the Southern Finger Lakes, and Urban Corning
Location: 1 Market Street, Corning , NY, 14830
Artist talks, demonstrations, exhibition openings, modern dance performances, public art projects, live music, craft beverage tastings and more make The Crawl a truly festive and diverse experience. Whether you're a seasoned art collector or just out to see something different, the Urban Arts Crawl in Corning will spark your creative side.
November 24, 2017
Host/Presenter: Erie Canal Museum
Kick off a festive holiday season with the 32nd annual Gingerbread Gallery opening night at the Erie Canal Museum! he 32nd annual Gingerbread Gallery is open daily through January 7 with the exception of Thanksgiving, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. All proceeds support the Erie Canal Museum’s educational programs, exhibits, research, and collections management. Prices $2- $12
Gingerbread Gallery Opening Night
Time: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PMHost/Presenter: Erie Canal Museum
Location: 318 Erie Blvd , Syracuse , NY, 13202
November 18, 2017
to January 6, 2018
Phone: 716-754-7489
See over 75 beautiful lighted displays and an illuminated Shrine. Climb to the top of the Basilica and enjoy an angel’s view of fifteen acres of holiday lights.
Fatima Shrine Festival of Lights
Host/Presenter: Our Lady of Fatima Shrine
Location: 1023 Swann Road, Lewiston, NY, 14092
See over 75 beautiful lighted displays and an illuminated Shrine. Climb to the top of the Basilica and enjoy an angel’s view of fifteen acres of holiday lights.
November 25, 2017
Host/Presenter: NYS Fairgrounds/Empire Expo Center
Phone: 1-315-471-9597
Attention all wine lovers! Join in as wineries and wine enthusiasts from across the region gather for an unlimited sampling of dozens of delicious wines of all styles and tastes.
There will also be distilleries and cideries as well as a fabulous selection of tasty nibbles and treats, chocolates, cheeses and sweets.
Take a dip at the chocolate fountain and then get some serious shopping done. Browse through fantastic mini boutiques featuring purses, jewelry, clothing and more.
11th Annual Syracuse Wine and Chocolate Festival
Time: 2:00 PM - 9:00 PMHost/Presenter: NYS Fairgrounds/Empire Expo Center
Location: 581 State Fair Blvd, Syracuse, NY, 13209
Attention all wine lovers! Join in as wineries and wine enthusiasts from across the region gather for an unlimited sampling of dozens of delicious wines of all styles and tastes.
There will also be distilleries and cideries as well as a fabulous selection of tasty nibbles and treats, chocolates, cheeses and sweets.
Take a dip at the chocolate fountain and then get some serious shopping done. Browse through fantastic mini boutiques featuring purses, jewelry, clothing and more.
November 25, 2017
Phone: 1-800-819-2291
Departure Times: 4:30 p.m. & 7 p.m.
Live the magic of the classic Polar Express™ Train Ride story with the Adirondack Scenic Railroad. Depart from Utica’s Union Station and travel north while being served hot chocolate and cookies, interacting with Cocoa Chefs, and listening to Liam Neeson’s reading of The POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride, by Chris van Allsburg.
When you arrive at the North Pole (Holland Patent, NY), Santa will board the train, spending time with each and every family during the return trip and giving children the first present of Christmas (a silver bell, just like in the book or movie)! For a first class ride, travel to the North Pole in the Cocoa Class car! Mrs. Claus and the Cocoa Chef will be the hostess’ for you in the first-class car. Families will be served cookies and hot chocolate in souvenir mugs while being seated at table seating.
Santa will visit with each and every family during the return trip. Children (and parents!) are encouraged to come in pajamas.
Polar Express Train Ride
Host/Presenter: Adirondack Scenic Railroad - Utica Union Station
Location: 321 Main Street, Utica, NY, 13501
Departure Times: 4:30 p.m. & 7 p.m.
Live the magic of the classic Polar Express™ Train Ride story with the Adirondack Scenic Railroad. Depart from Utica’s Union Station and travel north while being served hot chocolate and cookies, interacting with Cocoa Chefs, and listening to Liam Neeson’s reading of The POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride, by Chris van Allsburg.
When you arrive at the North Pole (Holland Patent, NY), Santa will board the train, spending time with each and every family during the return trip and giving children the first present of Christmas (a silver bell, just like in the book or movie)! For a first class ride, travel to the North Pole in the Cocoa Class car! Mrs. Claus and the Cocoa Chef will be the hostess’ for you in the first-class car. Families will be served cookies and hot chocolate in souvenir mugs while being seated at table seating.
Santa will visit with each and every family during the return trip. Children (and parents!) are encouraged to come in pajamas.
November 25, 2017
Phone: 1-315-685-0552
Step back in time to 1842 and celebrate Christmas the old-fashioned way in beautiful and charming Skaneateles in the Finger Lakes Region. Charles Dickens and his cast of more than 50 characters interact with residents and visitors in the streets, stores and restaurants. Throughout the village, enjoy lively acts, live music, unique shopping, wonderful food and horse and wagon rides around the Village. This is a free event.
An annual tradition, the celebration begins the day after Thanksgiving and runs every Saturday and Sunday through December 23, from noon to 4 pm, plus December 24 from noon - 2:30 pm.
Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles
Time: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: Skaneateles, NY
Step back in time to 1842 and celebrate Christmas the old-fashioned way in beautiful and charming Skaneateles in the Finger Lakes Region. Charles Dickens and his cast of more than 50 characters interact with residents and visitors in the streets, stores and restaurants. Throughout the village, enjoy lively acts, live music, unique shopping, wonderful food and horse and wagon rides around the Village. This is a free event.
An annual tradition, the celebration begins the day after Thanksgiving and runs every Saturday and Sunday through December 23, from noon to 4 pm, plus December 24 from noon - 2:30 pm.
November 25, 2017
Phone: 1-315-453-6712
Come and be mesmerized as you drive through two miles of twinkling lights and sparkling displays at Liverpool’s Lights on the Lake.
Held each year from Thanksgiving through the first week of January, this captivating display of lights features towering holiday displays, larger-than-life Land of Oz, a Twinkling Fantasy Forest, colorful arches, a delightful Victorian Village, animated scenes and more! There is a fee.
Lights on the Lake
Time: 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Location: 6790 Onondaga Lake Trail , Liverpool, NY, 13088
Come and be mesmerized as you drive through two miles of twinkling lights and sparkling displays at Liverpool’s Lights on the Lake.
Held each year from Thanksgiving through the first week of January, this captivating display of lights features towering holiday displays, larger-than-life Land of Oz, a Twinkling Fantasy Forest, colorful arches, a delightful Victorian Village, animated scenes and more! There is a fee.
November 25, 2017
Phone: 315-349-3451
Day of Sharing 10-2pm
Santa at 2:30pm
Children's Parade 2:00pm
Tree Lighting at 5:00pm
Fireworks at 6:30pm
Scavenger Hunt from 10am to 5pm
All Events are Outdoors!
An Oswego Christmas and Tree Lighting
Time: 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Location: 13 West Oneida Street, Oswego, NY, 13126
Day of Sharing 10-2pm
Santa at 2:30pm
Children's Parade 2:00pm
Tree Lighting at 5:00pm
Fireworks at 6:30pm
Scavenger Hunt from 10am to 5pm
All Events are Outdoors!
November 25, 2017
Host/Presenter: The American Foundry
Celebrate Small Business Saturday and shop for friends and family by supporting home businesses in our community! Keep checking this page for updates on who will be there are what kind of fun things we have going on.
Fall Vendor & Crafter Show
Time: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PMHost/Presenter: The American Foundry
Location: 246 W Seneca St , Oswego , NY, 13126
November 25, 2017
Email: info@gafferdistrict.com
Enjoy a Crystal City Christmas tradition! Lighting of the Centerway Square and Bridge Street trees, followed by the magical Parade of Lights! The parade begins near Riverside Drive on Bridge Street, continues over the bridge, and finishes on Market Street.
Tree Lighting and Parade of Lights
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Corning's Gaffer District, 1 Market St, Corning , NY, 14830
Enjoy a Crystal City Christmas tradition! Lighting of the Centerway Square and Bridge Street trees, followed by the magical Parade of Lights! The parade begins near Riverside Drive on Bridge Street, continues over the bridge, and finishes on Market Street.
November 25, 2017
Come to Auburn Public Theater from 3 - 5 PM for holiday family fun with theater for children, a puppet show, plus live music by Perform4Purpose. The Holiday Parade & float competition start at 6 PM, followed by the City's Tree Lighting on City Hall steps, plus community caroling with Genesee Voices & the cast of characters from Auburn Players Scrooge. Then there's the Festival of Trees on the South Lawn from 5 - 8PM, visits with Mr. & Mrs. Claus & more!
Holiday Parade & Miracle on Genesee Street
Host/Presenter: Auburn Downtown BID
Location: Genesee Street & City Hall, Auburn , NY,
November 25, 2017
to November 26, 2017
It's the premier arts & craft show of the holiday season!
Christmas and Crafts at Turning Stone
Host/Presenter: Kessler Promotions, Inc.
Location: Turning Stone Resort Casino Events Center, 5218 Patrick Road , Verona, NY, 13478
November 18, 2017
to January 6, 2018
Phone: 716-754-7489
See over 75 beautiful lighted displays and an illuminated Shrine. Climb to the top of the Basilica and enjoy an angel’s view of fifteen acres of holiday lights.
Fatima Shrine Festival of Lights
Host/Presenter: Our Lady of Fatima Shrine
Location: 1023 Swann Road, Lewiston, NY, 14092
See over 75 beautiful lighted displays and an illuminated Shrine. Climb to the top of the Basilica and enjoy an angel’s view of fifteen acres of holiday lights.
November 25, 2017
to November 26, 2017
It's the premier arts & craft show of the holiday season!
Christmas and Crafts at Turning Stone
Host/Presenter: Kessler Promotions, Inc.
Location: Turning Stone Resort Casino Events Center, 5218 Patrick Road , Verona, NY, 13478
November 26, 2017
Phone: 1-800-819-2291
Departure Times: 4:30 p.m. & 7 p.m.
Live the magic of the classic Polar Express™ Train Ride story with the Adirondack Scenic Railroad. Depart from Utica’s Union Station and travel north while being served hot chocolate and cookies, interacting with Cocoa Chefs, and listening to Liam Neeson’s reading of The POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride, by Chris van Allsburg.
When you arrive at the North Pole (Holland Patent, NY), Santa will board the train, spending time with each and every family during the return trip and giving children the first present of Christmas (a silver bell, just like in the book or movie)! For a first class ride, travel to the North Pole in the Cocoa Class car! Mrs. Claus and the Cocoa Chef will be the hostess’ for you in the first-class car. Families will be served cookies and hot chocolate in souvenir mugs while being seated at table seating.
Santa will visit with each and every family during the return trip. Children (and parents!) are encouraged to come in pajamas.
Polar Express Train Ride
Host/Presenter: Adirondack Scenic Railroad - Utica Union Station
Location: 321 Main Street, Utica, NY, 13501
Departure Times: 4:30 p.m. & 7 p.m.
Live the magic of the classic Polar Express™ Train Ride story with the Adirondack Scenic Railroad. Depart from Utica’s Union Station and travel north while being served hot chocolate and cookies, interacting with Cocoa Chefs, and listening to Liam Neeson’s reading of The POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride, by Chris van Allsburg.
When you arrive at the North Pole (Holland Patent, NY), Santa will board the train, spending time with each and every family during the return trip and giving children the first present of Christmas (a silver bell, just like in the book or movie)! For a first class ride, travel to the North Pole in the Cocoa Class car! Mrs. Claus and the Cocoa Chef will be the hostess’ for you in the first-class car. Families will be served cookies and hot chocolate in souvenir mugs while being seated at table seating.
Santa will visit with each and every family during the return trip. Children (and parents!) are encouraged to come in pajamas.
November 26, 2017
Phone: 1-315-685-0552
Step back in time to 1842 and celebrate Christmas the old-fashioned way in beautiful and charming Skaneateles in the Finger Lakes Region. Charles Dickens and his cast of more than 50 characters interact with residents and visitors in the streets, stores and restaurants. Throughout the village, enjoy lively acts, live music, unique shopping, wonderful food and horse and wagon rides around the Village. This is a free event.
An annual tradition, the celebration begins the day after Thanksgiving and runs every Saturday and Sunday through December 23, from noon to 4 pm, plus December 24 from noon - 2:30 pm.
Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles
Time: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: Skaneateles, NY
Step back in time to 1842 and celebrate Christmas the old-fashioned way in beautiful and charming Skaneateles in the Finger Lakes Region. Charles Dickens and his cast of more than 50 characters interact with residents and visitors in the streets, stores and restaurants. Throughout the village, enjoy lively acts, live music, unique shopping, wonderful food and horse and wagon rides around the Village. This is a free event.
An annual tradition, the celebration begins the day after Thanksgiving and runs every Saturday and Sunday through December 23, from noon to 4 pm, plus December 24 from noon - 2:30 pm.
November 26, 2017
Phone: 1-315-453-6712
Come and be mesmerized as you drive through two miles of twinkling lights and sparkling displays at Liverpool’s Lights on the Lake.
Held each year from Thanksgiving through the first week of January, this captivating display of lights features towering holiday displays, larger-than-life Land of Oz, a Twinkling Fantasy Forest, colorful arches, a delightful Victorian Village, animated scenes and more! There is a fee.
Lights on the Lake
Time: 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Location: 6790 Onondaga Lake Trail , Liverpool, NY, 13088
Come and be mesmerized as you drive through two miles of twinkling lights and sparkling displays at Liverpool’s Lights on the Lake.
Held each year from Thanksgiving through the first week of January, this captivating display of lights features towering holiday displays, larger-than-life Land of Oz, a Twinkling Fantasy Forest, colorful arches, a delightful Victorian Village, animated scenes and more! There is a fee.
November 18, 2017
to January 6, 2018
Phone: 716-754-7489
See over 75 beautiful lighted displays and an illuminated Shrine. Climb to the top of the Basilica and enjoy an angel’s view of fifteen acres of holiday lights.
Fatima Shrine Festival of Lights
Host/Presenter: Our Lady of Fatima Shrine
Location: 1023 Swann Road, Lewiston, NY, 14092
See over 75 beautiful lighted displays and an illuminated Shrine. Climb to the top of the Basilica and enjoy an angel’s view of fifteen acres of holiday lights.
November 27, 2017
Phone: 1-315-453-6712
Come and be mesmerized as you drive through two miles of twinkling lights and sparkling displays at Liverpool’s Lights on the Lake.
Held each year from Thanksgiving through the first week of January, this captivating display of lights features towering holiday displays, larger-than-life Land of Oz, a Twinkling Fantasy Forest, colorful arches, a delightful Victorian Village, animated scenes and more! There is a fee.
Lights on the Lake
Time: 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Location: 6790 Onondaga Lake Trail , Liverpool, NY, 13088
Come and be mesmerized as you drive through two miles of twinkling lights and sparkling displays at Liverpool’s Lights on the Lake.
Held each year from Thanksgiving through the first week of January, this captivating display of lights features towering holiday displays, larger-than-life Land of Oz, a Twinkling Fantasy Forest, colorful arches, a delightful Victorian Village, animated scenes and more! There is a fee.
November 18, 2017
to January 6, 2018
Phone: 716-754-7489
See over 75 beautiful lighted displays and an illuminated Shrine. Climb to the top of the Basilica and enjoy an angel’s view of fifteen acres of holiday lights.
Fatima Shrine Festival of Lights
Host/Presenter: Our Lady of Fatima Shrine
Location: 1023 Swann Road, Lewiston, NY, 14092
See over 75 beautiful lighted displays and an illuminated Shrine. Climb to the top of the Basilica and enjoy an angel’s view of fifteen acres of holiday lights.
November 28, 2017
Phone: 1-315-453-6712
Come and be mesmerized as you drive through two miles of twinkling lights and sparkling displays at Liverpool’s Lights on the Lake.
Held each year from Thanksgiving through the first week of January, this captivating display of lights features towering holiday displays, larger-than-life Land of Oz, a Twinkling Fantasy Forest, colorful arches, a delightful Victorian Village, animated scenes and more! There is a fee.
Lights on the Lake
Time: 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Location: 6790 Onondaga Lake Trail , Liverpool, NY, 13088
Come and be mesmerized as you drive through two miles of twinkling lights and sparkling displays at Liverpool’s Lights on the Lake.
Held each year from Thanksgiving through the first week of January, this captivating display of lights features towering holiday displays, larger-than-life Land of Oz, a Twinkling Fantasy Forest, colorful arches, a delightful Victorian Village, animated scenes and more! There is a fee.
November 18, 2017
to January 6, 2018
Phone: 716-754-7489
See over 75 beautiful lighted displays and an illuminated Shrine. Climb to the top of the Basilica and enjoy an angel’s view of fifteen acres of holiday lights.
Fatima Shrine Festival of Lights
Host/Presenter: Our Lady of Fatima Shrine
Location: 1023 Swann Road, Lewiston, NY, 14092
See over 75 beautiful lighted displays and an illuminated Shrine. Climb to the top of the Basilica and enjoy an angel’s view of fifteen acres of holiday lights.
November 29, 2017
Phone: 1-315-453-6712
Come and be mesmerized as you drive through two miles of twinkling lights and sparkling displays at Liverpool’s Lights on the Lake.
Held each year from Thanksgiving through the first week of January, this captivating display of lights features towering holiday displays, larger-than-life Land of Oz, a Twinkling Fantasy Forest, colorful arches, a delightful Victorian Village, animated scenes and more! There is a fee.
Lights on the Lake
Time: 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Location: 6790 Onondaga Lake Trail , Liverpool, NY, 13088
Come and be mesmerized as you drive through two miles of twinkling lights and sparkling displays at Liverpool’s Lights on the Lake.
Held each year from Thanksgiving through the first week of January, this captivating display of lights features towering holiday displays, larger-than-life Land of Oz, a Twinkling Fantasy Forest, colorful arches, a delightful Victorian Village, animated scenes and more! There is a fee.
November 18, 2017
to January 6, 2018
Phone: 716-754-7489
See over 75 beautiful lighted displays and an illuminated Shrine. Climb to the top of the Basilica and enjoy an angel’s view of fifteen acres of holiday lights.
Fatima Shrine Festival of Lights
Host/Presenter: Our Lady of Fatima Shrine
Location: 1023 Swann Road, Lewiston, NY, 14092
See over 75 beautiful lighted displays and an illuminated Shrine. Climb to the top of the Basilica and enjoy an angel’s view of fifteen acres of holiday lights.
November 30, 2017
Phone: 1-315-453-6712
Come and be mesmerized as you drive through two miles of twinkling lights and sparkling displays at Liverpool’s Lights on the Lake.
Held each year from Thanksgiving through the first week of January, this captivating display of lights features towering holiday displays, larger-than-life Land of Oz, a Twinkling Fantasy Forest, colorful arches, a delightful Victorian Village, animated scenes and more! There is a fee.
Lights on the Lake
Time: 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Location: 6790 Onondaga Lake Trail , Liverpool, NY, 13088
Come and be mesmerized as you drive through two miles of twinkling lights and sparkling displays at Liverpool’s Lights on the Lake.
Held each year from Thanksgiving through the first week of January, this captivating display of lights features towering holiday displays, larger-than-life Land of Oz, a Twinkling Fantasy Forest, colorful arches, a delightful Victorian Village, animated scenes and more! There is a fee.
