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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
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Nov 2021
To show appreciation for their service to our country, all military veterans will receive free admission to The Corning Museum of Glass through the month of November.
1 Museum way Corning NY 14830
09:00 am
(607)-937-5371
15
Nov 2021
Thru
03
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
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
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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
22
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
22
Nov 2021
Thru
03
Jan 2022
The kinara, Swahili for candleholder, holds seven candles—three red on the left, three green on the right, and a single black candle in the middle—that represent the seven principles that are the foundation o
1 Museum Way
09:00 am
(607)-937-5371
30
Nov 2021
Thru
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Dec 2021
Clemens Center’s 2021-2022 Broadway Series presents WAITRESS Tuesday – Wednesday, November 30 – December 1, 2021 at 7:30 pm*  
207 Clemens Center Parkway
7:30 pm
(607)-734-8191
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Dec 2021
Thru
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Nov 2021
In our live demo series, Bring the Heat, join us for a live stream of glass artists demonstrating their expertise and skillful execution while “in the zone.”
1 Museum Way
03:30 PM
(607)-937-5371
03
Dec 2021
Thru
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Dec 2021
The National Women's Hall of Fame will be hosting a food and clothing drive this December, with all proceeds going to families in Seneca Falls. 
1 Canal Street
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Dec 2021
Thru
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Dec 2021
Stop by the tasting room this weekend and sample the new release 2014 Brut Méthode Champenoise and a cocktail made from
4704 NY-414
10am