Sarah’s Feature Event:
Farm to Table Dinner
Date: August 16
Location: 8828 Fish Hatchery Rd., Remsen
You’ve probably gathered by now that I love all things agritourism. I am SO excited for this upcoming Farm to Table Dinner. Spend an evening at the farm with a stroll through the flowers, a locally sourced dinner by Slate Creek Farms, live music & fireside s’mores. This unique experience also includes a flower arrangement & relaxing countryside setting.
P.S. Be sure to check out our Rooted in Oneida County agritourism trail!
America 250 Selfie Scavenger Hunt
Date: August 1-31
Location: Oneida County
Description: Explore Oneida County’s history in a whole new way with this America 250 historical selfie scavenger hunt. Follow clues to local landmarks, capture creative photos, and discover the Mohawk Valley’s Revolutionary War story while competing for prizes.
Utica Stampede Rodeo & Expo
Date: August 1
Location: Adirondack Bank Center
Description: Professional rodeo rides into downtown Utica for two action-packed nights of bull riding, barrel racing, bronc riding, steer wrestling and more. Arrive early to explore the Rodeo Expo featuring western vendors, food, drinks & family fun.
Gigs on the Green Summer Concert Series
Date: August 5 & 19
Location: Griffo Green, Rome
Description: Enjoy summer evenings of live music at Gigs on the Green, Rome’s free outdoor concert series. Bring a lawn chair or blanket & enjoy local food vendors, craft beverages, family activities, yard games & a fun community atmosphere.
Canal Fest
Date: August 7-9
Location: Sylvan Beach
Description: Sylvan Beach is the place to be this summer & this event is fun for the whole family! Vendor Show August 8 & 9 and fireworks after dark on the 8th. On Sunday the 9th, join for an afternoon of live big band swing music with the Swing Docs (a 20-piece orchestra!).
History & Artisan Day at Oriskany
Date: August 5
Location: 420 Utica St., Oriskany
Description: Experience history, local culture & fresh flavors at this special event. Browse artisan vendors & farm products while enjoying live music, cultural performances, and activities honoring the Battle of Oriskany and America 250.
26th Annual Schuyler Car & Corn Extravaganza
Date: August 8
Location: 282 Wood Lane, Schuyler
Description: The Schuyler Car & Corn Fest is back, kicking off at 3:00 PM. Free admission & fireworks at dusk. Plus so many other things happening like: car show, bounce house, live music, craft show, food trucks, dog show, axe throwing, hot air balloon rides & more!
Community MusicFest 2026
Date: August 8
Location: Centerpoint Church, Barneveld
Description: Bring the whole family to CenterPoint’s free Community MusicFest for live music, kids’ activities, games, art, trail walks, free food & a fun day of community celebration.
Jazz at Beeches Manor
Date: August 9
Location: Beeches Manor
Description: Spend a summer afternoon at Beeches Manor enjoying free live jazz in support of Nascentia Neighborhood. This year’s festival features headliner Gap Mangione and The New Big Band, along with additional performances in a beautiful outdoor setting.
PokeKon-Fest Utica
Date: August 15
Location: Delta Hotels by Marriott, Utica
Description: Check out this brand new Pokemon Show happening from 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. It’s fun for the Whole Family! Come see exhibitors that cater to a wide variety of interests including Pokemon candy, magazines, toys, local artists, voice actors, retro, apparel & more!
Songs of the Seven Seas
Date: August 15
Location: MVCC Utica
Description: Set sail on a musical journey with Half Moon Orchestra’s Songs of the Seven Seas. Enjoy an evening of live orchestral music inspired by the sea in the intimate setting of MVCC’s Schafer Theater.
79th Annual NYS Woodsmen’s Field Days
Date: August 21-23
Location: Boonville Oneida County Fairgrounds
Description: Experience one of the region’s premier outdoor traditions at Woodsmen’s Field Days, featuring lumberjack competitions, forestry equipment demos, vendors, educational exhibits, and family-friendly activities celebrating the logging & forestry industry.
20th Annual Latino American Festival
Date: August 23
Location: Hanna Park, Utica
Description: Come and enjoy the Summer Fest 2026 at Hanna Park from 12:00 – 8:00 PM. Live Latin music from La Krema, DJ Richy, a cultural parade, vendors, dominoes & lots of family activities.
Grit N Grace Live
Date: August 26
Location: Marshall Mountain Resort, Deansboro
Description: Live music in a stunning location in the heart of Oneida County? Sign us up! Head to Marshall Mountain Resort from 6:00 until 9:00 PM to hear Grit N Grace and Jackie Pop. Live music, great views & good times. Rain or shine!
Clinton Art & Music Festival
Date: August 29
Location: Clinton Village Green
Description: Celebrate creativity at the Clinton Art & Music Festival with live music, local artists, food trucks, hands-on art demonstrations, family activities, a cornhole tournament, and plenty of small-town charm.
