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Annual Festivals & Special Events

Fun for the whole family

There are a number of great annual festivals and events throughout the Finger Lakes every year. Finger Lakes events showcase the rich character of our communities year-round.

The Finger Lakes is wine country, so don't forget to check on special events with our Wine Trail partners. But, there's much more to the Finger Lakes. Events centered around outdoor adventure, our rich history, the changing seasons, harvest season and the region's agricultural bounty, sport and music are never far away.  

GlassFest in Corning celebrates the long history of glass and glassmaking in Corning, with many events held in Corning’s Gaffer District and at the Corning Museum of Glass. Looking for out of the box unique celebrations of music, art, and more? Don’t miss the Rochester Fringe Festival celebrating the not so mainstream art of the ‘fringes’. More music abounds at the Geneva Music Festival with music and the arts taking place with celebrations around the Finger Lakes in various towns and communities.

Live music can be found throughout the region nearly every day of the week by visiting our partner FLX Music 247.

Find true local culture in the county fairs hosted in each of the 14 counties of the Finger Lakes. There you will find the taste, sights and sounds of summer in the region.

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Nov 2021
Thru
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Jan 2022
Stop in to see a festive holiday meal inspired by the warmth and kinship shared at tables throughout the holiday season.
1 Museum Way
09:00 am
(607)-438-5109
15
Nov 2021
Thru
17
Nov 2021
Building on a tradition of collaboration, The Rockwell Museum and Corning Museum of Glass are pleased to once again team up to host an emerging contemporary artist in Corning.
1 Museum Way
10:00 AM
(607)-937-5371
17
Nov 2021
Join us for live stream with Rockwell Collaborative Guest Artist Elaine K.
1 Museum Way
03:30 PM
(607)-937-5371
17
Nov 2021
In this virtual event, the prestigious 2021 Rakow Commission will be unveiled for the first time.
1 Museum Way
07:00 PM
(607)-937-5371
18
Nov 2021
Thru
03
Jan 2022
In 2008, the first annual Holiday Ornament Tree showcased more than 600 ornaments handmade by our Hot Glass Show staff.
1 Museum Way
09:00 am
(607)-937-5371
18
Nov 2021
Thru
29
Nov 2021
Visit The Shops for the best holiday deals in town! You’ll find great discounts on holiday items and gifts, from glittering ornaments and jewelry to home decorations and handmade glass items from around the world.
1 Museum Way
09:00 am
(607)-937-5371
20
Nov 2021
Thru
21
Nov 2021
Join us for the combination of two favorite seasonal celebrations - Preparing for Winter in the Historic Village, and our Holiday Market! 
1410 Flint Hill Rd
10 a.m.
(585)-538-6822
20
Nov 2021
Thru
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Dec 2021
Here’s a quick rundown on how this event will work, but please see below for further details, explanations, and event tidbits:
2770 Ernsberger Road, Suite 200
10:00
(800)-684-5217
20
Nov 2021
Intro to Plants: Roots, Stems, & Leaves
339 Daniel Zenker Rd.
10am
(607)-358-4247
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Nov 2021
Thru
03
Jan 2022
The Tree of Life Menorah brings together fine leaves, sturdy branches, a thick tree trunk, and an intricate system of roots—all made possible through flameworked glass shaped over a 4,000°F torch.
1 Museum Way
09:00 am
(607)-937-5371