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Events in the Finger Lakes
Here you will find up-to-date information
on events located in New York's Finger Lakes Region. If you
know when you are visiting you can find out what's going while
you're here. Who knows - this could get you started on a new
adventure.
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| Wednesdays through October 20 |
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Victor Farmers' Market at Village Hall parking lot, Victor
Held every Wednesday. Seasonal fresh produce, flowers, plants, crafts, kids' activities, entertainment & cooking demos. 3 - 7pm Phone: 585-742-6320 Web: www.victorldc.org/farmers__market
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| Thursdays through Sept 2 |
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Backyard BBQ at NY Wine & Culinary Center, 800 S. Main St., Canandaigua
Backyard barbeque under the tent. Live music and a different NYS craft brewery featured each week. $. 5:30 - 9pm Phone: 585-394-7070 Web: www.nywcc.com
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| Thursdays through October 14 |
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Geneva Farmers Market at Exchange St. Parking Lot, Geneva
Held every Thursday. Farm fresh produce, home baked goods, crafts, jewelry, fresh flowers & plants, wooden objects. 7:30am - 1pm Phone: 315-789-5005 Web: www.geneva.ny.us
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| Fridays through Labor Day |
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3-4-1 Fridays at NY Wine & Culinary Center, 800 S. Main St., Canandaigua
Each Friday a different winery will be featured with special deals, hors d'oeuvres, door prizes. Free admission. 5 - 7pm Phone: 585-394-7070 Web: www.nywcc.com
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| Aug 13 - Sept 13 |
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Finger Lakes Regional Artists at Pat Rini Rohrer Gallery, 71 South Main St, Canandaigua
Exhibit featuring 25 Finger Lakes regional artists in various media. Free. Mon-Tue-Sat 10am-6pm Wed-Th-Fri 10am-8pm Sun 12:30-4pm Phone: 585-394-0030 Web: www.prrgallery.com
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| Fridays through October 29 |
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Clifton Springs Farm Market at Old Fire House, 15 Railroad Ave., Clifton Springs
Fresh fruit, vegetables, meat, dairy, flowers, plants, jams, jellies & baked goods. 9am - 1pm Phone: 315-462-8200 Web: www.cliftonspringschamber.com
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| Saturdays and Sundays through September 5 |
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Artists in Action On the Front Porch at Artizanns, 118 N. Main St., Naples
Finger Lakes artists show you what they do for a passion and a living! Live demonstrations on the porch. Artizann's 2-story gallery features over 200 Finger Lakes artisans's work. Free. Noon - 3pm Phone: 585-374-6740 Web: www.artizanns.com
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| Saturdays through September |
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Naples Natural Farmers Market at 197 N. Main St., Naples
Held every Saturday. Seasonal market with locally grown fruits, vegetables, flowers & more. 8am - Noon
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| Saturdays through October 30 |
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Canandaigua Farmers Market at Mill & Beeman Streets, Canandaigua
Held every Saturday. Seasonal market features variety of homegrown produce, plants, flowers, baked goods, meats & more. 8:30am - 12:30pm Phone: 585-329-7666 Web: www.nyfarmersmarket.com
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| Mondays through Sept 6 |
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Military Mondays at Steamboat Landing, 205 Lakeshore Drive, Canandaigua
All active military - free lunch cruise or excursion cruise with purchase of a lunch or excursion cruise. $. Mondays Memorial Day through Labor Day Phone: 585-394-5365 Web: www.steamboatlandingresort.com
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| Through October 22 |
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Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides at Granger Homestead & Carriage Museum, 295 N. Main St., Canandaigua
Historic neighborhood tours Fri & Sun, Woodlawn Cemetery tours Thurs, reservations. Grounds rides Fri & Sun, no reservations. $ Phone: 585-394-1472 Web: www.grangerhomestead.org
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| Through Sept 6 |
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2010 Sonnenberg Photo Contest at Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansion State Historic Park, 151 Charlotte St., Canandaigua
Capture the Landscape, Architecture and People of Sonnenberg! Entries will be featured in a juried exhibit, and visitors can vote in a People's Choice division. Mail or hand-deliver entries by September 6. Phone: 585-394-4922 Web: www.sonnenberg.org
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| September 3 |
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Live After Five at Ramada Geneva Lakefront, 41 Lakefront Drive, Geneva
Live music featuring "MissDemeanor" in the Lakeview Ballroom. No cover. Lite menu and drink specials. 5:30-9:30pm Phone: 315-789-0400 Web: www.genevaramada.com
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| September 3 - 5 |
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Captain Redbeard's Feast - Seafood & Pirate Festival at Sandy Bottom Beach Park, Honeoye Lake, Honeoye
Parade, music, games, treasure hunt, seafood, cardboard boat race. Friday movie 9pm. Sat-Sun Noon - 9pm Phone: 585-367-8417 Web: www.captainredbeards.com
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| September 4 |
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Ring of Fire Celebration at Canandaigua and Honeoye Lakes, Canandaigua/Honeoye
Flares lit around the lake signifying the end of the summer season. 9pm Phone: 585-394-4400 Web: www.canandaiguachamber.com
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| September 4 |
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Wine Walk at Downtown Canandaigua, Canandaigua
Sample Finger Lakes wines at various restaurants, galleries & merchant locations. $. 4 - 7pm Phone: 585-396-0300 Web: www.downtowncanandaigua.com
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| September 10 |
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Live After Five at Ramada Geneva Lakefront, 41 Lakefront Drive, Geneva
Live music featuring "Mudbone" in the Lakeview Ballroom. No cover. Lite menu and drink specials. 5:30-9:30pm Phone: 315-789-0400 Web: www.genevaramada.com
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| September 10 |
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Koresh Dance Company at Smith Opera House, 82 Seneca St., Geneva
Geneva Concerts presents Philadelphia-based Koresh Dance Company. $. Free for students through grade 12. 7:30pm Phone: 315-789-7716 Web: www.genevaconcerts.org
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| September 10 - 11 |
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Highlander Cycle Tour at Bristol Mountain Winter Resort, 5662 Rt. 64, Canandaigua
5 cycle courses of varying length & difficulty with time trial on Fri. Post ride meal, raffles, prizes & more Phone: 585-223-7382 Web: www.highlandercycletour.com
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| September 11 |
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Hang Around Victor Day at Rt. 96, Village of Victor business district, Victor
Arts, crafts, antiques, entertainment, games, food, 5K race & battle of bands competition. 9am - 5pm Phone: 585-742-1476 Web: www.victorchamber.com
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| September 11 |
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VictorFest 2010 at Firemen's Field, Maple Ave., Victor
Event for all ages with music, Taste of Victor featuring area restaurants, fireworks & more. 5 - 10pm Phone: 585-742-0140 Web: www.victorny.org
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| September 11 |
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Antiques Show at Rose Hill Mansion, 3373 Rt. 96A, Geneva
Antiques show and sale on the grounds of historic Rose Hill Mansion. Free. 9am - 4pm Phone: 315-789-5151 Web: www.genevahistoricalsociety.com
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| September 12 |
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Sonnenberg Bridal Showcase at Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansion State Historic Park, 151 Charlotte St., Canandaigua
Wedding specialists, bridal fashions, prizes, tastings and more. $. Noon - 3pm Phone: 585-394-4922 Web: www.sonnenberg.org
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| September 13 |
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Slice, Dice & Spice NY - The Cook-Off at NY Wine & Culinary Center, 800 S. Main St., Canandaigua
Professional chefs lead 9 amateur teams in an Iron Chef-like competition featuring NYS culinary assets. 3 heats determine finalists for Sept 19. Free noon - 8pm Phone: 585-394-3915 Web: www.slicediceandspiceny.com
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| September 13,15,17,20,22,24 |
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Mandala Creation at Williams-Insalaco Gallery, FLCC, 4355 Lakeshore Drive
Watch Lama Tenzin Yignyen create a mandala. Sept 13,15,17,20,22 9am-4pm Sept 24 9am-noon Closing ceremony 1:15pm Phone: 585-394-3500
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| September 15 |
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Victor Historical Society 2010 Speakers Series at Victor Town Hall, Victor
Diane Parks and Bonnie Waters, "The Victor Geneological Society and Victor Cemetery Associations" 7pm Phone: 585-924-4170 Web: www.valentown.org
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| September 17 |
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New York State of Mind at NY Wine & Culinary Center, 800 S. Main St., Canandaigua
Enjoy the finest New York food and wines from all across the state, bid on fantastic auction items and enjoy live music. $. 6:30 - 10pm Phone: 585-394-7070 Web: www.nywcc.com
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| Sept 17 - 19 |
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Annual Seaplane Homecoming at Curtiss Museum and Depot Park, Hammondsport, Hammondsport
Seaplane rides, Esperanza Rose cruises, seaplane parade, Glenn Curtiss museum tours, food. $. For schedule, visit www.seaplanehomecoming.org Phone: 607-569-2160 Web: www.glennhcurtissmuseum.org
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| September 18 |
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Plein Air Painting Class at Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansion State Historic Park, 151 Charlotte St., Canandaigua
Plein Air painting class led by Brande Arno on the grounds of Sonnenberg Gardens. Register for single class or entire series. $. 9:30am - 3:30pm Phone: 585-394-4922 Web: www.sonnenberg.org
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| September 18 |
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Springwater Fiddlers Fair & American Crafts Show at Sugarbush Hollow Farm, 8447 Pardee Hollow Rd., Springwater
All day musical event, local artisans with handmade wares, locally grown seasonal products. $. 10am - 6pm Phone: 585-728-9847 Web: www.springwaterfiddlersfair.net
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| September 18 -19 |
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Rochester Folk Art Guild Open House at East Hill Farm, 1445 Upper Hill Rd., Middlesex
Craft demos, workshop tours, organic gardens, handcrafts, vegetables, fruits & homemade lunch. Sat 1 - 6pm, Sun 1 - 5pm Phone: 585-554-3539 Web: www.rfag.org
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| Sept 18 - Oct 21 |
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2010 Sonnenberg Photo Exhibit at Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansion State Historic Park, 151 Charlotte St., Canandaigua
Juried exhibit of entries in the 2010 Sonnenberg Photo Contest. Visitors can vote in a People's Choice division. Exhibit will include historic photos by Frederick Ferris Thompson. Exhibit included in admission price. 9:30am - 4:30pm Phone: 585-394-4922 Web: www.sonnenberg.org
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| September 19 |
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Harvest Progressive Dinner at Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansion State Historic Park, 151 Charlotte St., Canandaigua
Appetizers & wine at Wine Center, soup, salad & main course in Carriage House, dessert & coffee in Mansion. $. Seatings 5 & 6:30pm Phone: 585-394-4922 Web: www.sonnenberg.org
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| September 19 |
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Purple Foot Festival at Casa Larga Vineyards, 2287 Turk Hill Rd., Fairport
Grape stomping, vineyard hayrides, wine tasting, seminars, vendors, food & live entertainment. Noon - 6pm Phone: 585-223-4210 Web: www.casalarga.com
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| September 19 |
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Finger Lakes Triathlon at Steamboat Landing & Kershaw Park, Lakeshore Dr., Canandaigua
Olympic & sprint distance triathlon, team competition & kids events. Benefits Mary M. Gooley Hemophilia Center. $ Phone: 585-922-4168 Web: www.fingerlakestriathlon.com
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| September 19 |
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Celtic Celebration at Cumming Nature Center, 6472 Gulick Rd., Naples
Rochester Scottish Pipe and Drum Band. Performances, demonstrations, vendors, food. $. 12-4pm. Phone: 585-374-6160 Web: www.rmsc.org
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| September 19 |
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Slice, Dice & Spice NY - The Finals at NY Wine & Culinary Center, 800 S. Main St., Canandaigua
Professional chefs face off in the finals of Slice, Dice & Spice NY. Teams create a meal using local ingredients. Tasting booths, awards, door prizes. 1-4pm Phone: 585-394-3915 Web: www.slicediceandspiceny.com
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| September 20 |
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Worldly Approach to Wine at Casa Larga Vineyards, 2287 Turk Hill Rd., Fairport
Seminar on wines of South Africa with dinner, dessert & free wine glass. Reservations. $. 7pm Phone: 585-223-4210 Web: www.casalarga.com
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| September 22 |
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Jimmy Sturr & his Orchestra at Smith Opera House, 82 Seneca St., Geneva
18 time Grammy Award winner Jimmy Sturr and his Orchestra, the #1 Polka Band in the country for the last 10 years have a special matinee performance. 2pm. $ Phone: 315-781-5483 Web: www.thesmith.org
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| September 25 |
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Living History: A Seneca Encounter with LaSalle at Ganondagan State Historic Site, 1488 State Rt. 444, Victor
Living historians from across the U.S. and Canada will recreate this historic meeting. Tours, demonstrations, period crafts and games, food. $. 10am-4:30pm Phone: 585-742-1690 Web: www.ganondagan.org
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| September 25 - 26 |
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Naples Grape Festival at Naples Memorial Town Park, Rt. 21S, Naples
Grape products, grape pie contest, grape stomping, arts, crafts, food, wine tastings & music. 10am - 5pm Phone: 585-374-2240 Web: www.naplesgrapefest.org
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| September 25 - 26 |
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Golden Oak Alpaca Farm Open House at Golden Oak Alpaca Farm, 8395 Rt. 20A, Honeoye
Felting demos, alpaca info, farm tours, alpaca products, raffles & kids activities. 10am - 5pm Phone: 585-229-5545 Web: www.alpacasetc.net
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| October 1 |
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Ontario Co. Historical Society Tour of Barns Preview at Ontario County Historical Society, 55 North Main Street, Canandaigua
Special preview of the Ontario County Historical Society Tour of Barns. Free. 7pm Phone: 585-394-4975 Web: www.ochs.org
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| October 1 - 2 |
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Civil War Encampment at Granger Homestead & Carriage Museum, 295 N. Main St., Canandaigua
1860's camp life with cannons, period costumes, infantry drills & hands-on activities. $ Phone: 585-394-1472 Web: www.grangerhomestead.org
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| October 2 |
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Ontario Co. Historical Society Tour of Barns at Pre-Emption Road, Geneva, Geneva
Tour features 9 historic barns, including the Cornell Experiment Station.$. 9am - 4pm Phone: 585-394-4975 Web: www.ochs.org
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| October 2 |
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Fall into Canandaigua Festival at Main St., Canandaigua
Harvest festival with scarecrow contest, kids' activities, wagon rides, contests, music by Andy Stobie & Finger Lakes Jazz Orchestra & specialty vendors. 10am - 4pm Phone: 585-396-0300 Web: www.downtowncanandaigua.com
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| October 2 |
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Plein Air Painting Class at Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansion State Historic Park, 151 Charlotte St., Canandaigua
Plein Air painting class led by Brande Arno on the grounds of Sonnenberg Gardens. Register for single class or entire series. $. 9:30am - 3:30pm Phone: 585-394-4922 Web: www.sonnenberg.org
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| October 2 - 3 |
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Naples Open Studio Trail at Route 21 South, Naples
Local artists & artisans welcome visitors in their studios. Self-guided tour. 10am - 5pm Phone: 585-374-6563 Web: www.naplesopenstudiotrail.com
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| October 3 |
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Timber Sports Demonstration & Competition at Cumming Nature Center, 6472 Gulick Rd., Naples
College woodsman teams compete at ax throwing, log rolling, cross-cut sawing & more. Lunch $. 9am - 5pm Phone: 585-374-6160 Web: www.rmsc.org
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| October 4 - 8 |
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Culinary Boot Camp at NY Wine & Culinary Center, 800 S. Main St., Canandaigua
The Culinary Institute of America has partnered with the New York Wine & Culinary Center to offer a five-day culinary immersion. Chef demonstrations, hands-on cooking, and wine pairing. $. 7am - 4pm Phone: 585-394-7070 Web: www.nywcc.com/cia
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| October 9 |
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Fall for the Arts at Bristol Valley Theater, 151 S. Main St., Naples
Traditional old time fiddle with Fiddlers of the Genesee. $. 7pm Phone: 585-374-9032 Web: www.bvtnaples.org
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| October 16 |
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Make a Scarecrow at Cumming Nature Center, 6472 Gulick Rd., Naples
Stuffing, tools, pumpkin & know-how provided, you bring clothes & a pillowcase. $ 1 - 3pm Phone: 585-374-6160 Web: www.rmsc.org
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| October 16 |
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Fall for the Arts at Bristol Valley Theater, 151 S. Main St., Naples
Finger Lakes favorites Paulsen, Baker and Garvey. $. 7pm Phone: 585-374-9032 Web: www.bvtnaples.org
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| October 16 |
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Fall for the Arts - BVT for Kids at Bristol Valley Theater, 151 S. Main St., Naples
"Superhero!" Incredible stories of real-life superheroes. Children K-6. Special family price. $. 2pm Phone: 585-374-9032 Web: www.bvtnaples.org
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| October 16 |
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Black Diamond Duathlon at Auburn & Lehigh Trails, Fishers Park, Victor
Competitive running & off-road bicycling event with age groups, food & prizes. Nationally sanctioned event. 9am - Noon Phone: 585-742-0140 Web: www.blackdiamonddu.com
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| October 16 |
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Fall Fantastic Hike in Finger Lakes Hills at Near Naples, Naples
5 mile hike over rolling terrain to enjoy fall's vibrant colors, grape pie snack, inspirational readings or music. $. Noon - 4pm Phone: 585-346-5597 Web: www.packpaddleski.com
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| October 20 |
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Victor Historical Society 2010 Speakers Series at Victor Town Hall, Victor
Tonia Loran-Galban, Ganondagan Interpretive Guide, "The Native Herb Garden at our NYS Historical Site" 7pm Phone: 585-924-4170 Web: www.valentown.org
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| October 22 |
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Closing Day for Granger Homestead at Granger Homestead & Carriage Museum, 295 N. Main St., Canandaigua
Tours end for 2010 season Phone: 585-394-1472 Web: www.grangerhomestead.org
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| October 22 - 23 |
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Mansion Mysteries at Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansion State Historic Park, 151 Charlotte St., Canandaigua
Interactive live theater in Sonnenberg's version of Clue, refreshments. $. 7pm Phone: 585-394-4922 Web: www.sonnenberg.org
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| October 23 |
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Fall for the Arts at Bristol Valley Theater, 151 S. Main St., Naples
Traditional Irish, bluegrass and folk with The Dady Brothers. $. 7pm Phone: 585-374-9032 Web: www.bvtnaples.org
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| October 23 |
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Make a Scarecrow at Cumming Nature Center, 6472 Gulick Rd., Naples
Stuffing, tools, pumpkin & know-how provided, you bring clothes & a pillowcase. $ 1 - 3pm Phone: 585-374-6160 Web: www.rmsc.org
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| October 29 - 30 |
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Mansion Mysteries at Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansion State Historic Park, 151 Charlotte St., Canandaigua
Interactive live theater in Sonnenberg's version of Clue, refreshments. $. 7pm Phone: 585-394-4922 Web: www.sonnenberg.org
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| October 30 |
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Closing Day for Ganondagan State Historic Site at Ganondagan State Historic Site, 1488 State Rt. 444, Victor
Visitor Center & Longhouse closed for season Phone: 585-742-1690 Web: www.ganondagan.org
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| October 30 |
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Fall for the Arts - BVT for Kids at Bristol Valley Theater, 151 S. Main St., Naples
"Nightmare on Main Street" Spine-tingling stories told in the dark - join us if you dare! $. 7pm Phone: 585-374-9032 Web: www.bvtnaples.org
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| November 4 |
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Veterans Day Celebration at Smith Opera House, 82 Seneca St., Geneva
Jerry Toti, Jerry Kozic, Jimmy Compoli and The Legendary Sgro Brothers perform a patriotic show to pay tribute to our veterans. 2pm. $ Phone: 315-781-5483 Web: www.thesmith.org
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| November 4 - 6 |
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The Laramie Project at Geneva Community Center, Geneva
Geneva Theatre Guild presents "The Laramie Project" $. 7:30pm Web: www.gtglive.org
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| November 6 |
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Christkindl Market Dance with the Skycoasters at Granger Homestead & Carriage Museum, 295 N. Main St., Canandaigua
Dancing to The Skycoasters, gourmet dinner, wine, beer & soft drinks. $. 6 - 10pm Phone: 585-394-1472 Web: www.grangerhomestead.org
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| November 11 |
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Canandaigua Treaty Celebration at Ontario County Court House, Canandaigua Primary School, Canandaigua
Anniversary of 1794 Canandaigua Pickering Treaty. Parade 1:30pm, ceremony 2pm, dinner 4:30pm, Native American crafts 10:30am-4pm Phone: 585-394-4975 Web: www.ganondagan.org
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| November 11 - 13 |
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The Laramie Project at Geneva Community Center, Geneva
Geneva Theatre Guild presents "The Laramie Project" $. 7:30pm Web: www.gtglive.org
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| November 12 - 14 |
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Christkindl Market at Granger Homestead & Carriage Museum, 295 N. Main St., Canandaigua
European inspired art & craft faire with art, gourmet food, wine, beer, baked goods & carriage rides. Holiday inspired activities and special events. $. Fri 1- 7pm, Sat 10am - 6pm, Sun 10am - 4pm Phone: 585-394-1472 Web: www.grangerhomestead.org
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| November 12 - December 5 |
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Festival of Trees at Granger Homestead & Carriage Museum, 295 N. Main St., Canandaigua
Theme decorated Christmas trees, wreaths, centerpieces, wall hangings & more. $. Mon - Wed 1 - 5pm, Thur - Fri 1 - 7pm, Sat & Sun 11am - 5pm Phone: 585-394-1472 Web: www.grangerhomestead.org
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| November 13 |
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Closing Day Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansion State Historic Park at Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansion State Historic Park, 151 Charlotte St., Canandaigua
Season ends for touring mansion & gardens Phone: 585-394-4922 Web: www.sonnenberg.org
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| November 15 |
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Worldly Approach to Wine at Casa Larga Vineyards, 2287 Turk Hill Rd., Fairport
Seminar on wines of Germany with dinner, dessert & free wine glass. Reservations. $. 7pm Phone: 585-223-4210 Web: www.casalarga.com
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| November 17 |
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Victor Historical Society 2010 Speakers Series at Victor Town Hall, Victor
Eileen Cash, VHS board member and owner of Springdale Farm B&B, "The History of Mott's Corners" 7pm Phone: 585-924-4170 Web: www.valentown.org
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| November 19 - 21 |
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Deck the Halls Weekend at Seneca Lake Wine Trail, Seneca Lake region
Holiday wines & food pairings, recipe book, grapevine wreath with ornament from each winery. $. Fri 1 - 5pm, Sat, Sun 10am - 5pm Phone: 877-536-2717 Web: www.senecalakewine.com
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| December 3 - 5 |
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Deck the Halls Weekend at Seneca Lake Wine Trail, Seneca Lake region
Holiday wines & food pairings, recipe book, grapevine wreath with ornament from each winery. $. Fri 1 - 5pm, Sat, Sun 10am - 5pm Phone: 877-536-2717 Web: www.senecalakewine.com
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| December 4 |
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Sonnenberg's Howell Street Home Tour at Howell St. & Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansion, Canandaigua
Tour historic homes plus Gate House at Sonnenberg. $. 11am - 4pm Phone: 585-394-4922 Web: www.sonnenberg.org
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| February 5 |
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Native American Winter Games & Sports at Ganondagan State Historic Site, 1488 State Rt. 444, Victor
Seneca ways of winter with snowsnake game, dogsled demos, snowshoeing & Native American stories & food. 10am - 4pm Phone: 585-742-1690 Web: www.ganondagan.org
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