New York State Maple Weekends are here! Enjoy the best of the maple season over the last two weekends of March, between Mar. 21-22 and Mar. 28-29, 2026. The Finger Lakes maple farms produce fancy maple syrup, maple candies, maple sugar, maple butter, and pretty much anything else you can make with…
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With the first notes of spring, Women’s History Month, Maple Weekends, St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, and outdoor events, March is a month like no other in the Finger Lakes. Brave Women and Women History Month Events The Finger Lakes region is the heart of women’s history in the United States…
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Looking to spend some quality time in the Finger Lakes this Valentine's Day? Look no further, here is a list of fun things to do to celebrate this special occasion — or the next time you want to pamper that special someone. Vintage Vines & Valentines Celebrating its 14th edition on Feb. 7, 2026…
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From wines and crafts to fire and ice, February events in the Finger Lakes promise an unforgettable time. Enjoy Valentine’s pairings, films, ice shows, and check off your winter bucket list in Ontario County. SuperWell at The Lake House on Canandaigua Join SuperWell at the Lake House on…
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The snow and crisp air around the lakes invite us to enjoy the splendor of a Finger Lakes winter getaway. Between igloo brunches, wellness retreats, and craft beverages, January events in Ontario County offer a unique way to welcome 2026. New Year's Brunch at The Lake House on Canandaigua Start…
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From memorable dining experiences to family fun, toast to the year ahead and celebrate Finger Lakes Style…
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Unique to the Finger Lakes, grape pies were first created in the 1950s and are credited to longtime Naples, N.Y., resident Irene Bouchard. Best made with freshly picked grapes in late summer and early fall, this juicy dessert strikes the perfect balance between sweet and tart—and one slice is never…
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Autumn is a wonderful time of year to visit the Finger Lakes with warm days, cool nights, farmers markets brimming with the bounty of the region, and a multitude of fall festivals that celebrate the harvest. The landscape is breathtaking as it becomes a carpet of rich red, orange, and gold…
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It’s this time eachyear when some of us emerge from our homes like grizzlies from their dens. Shaking off the indoors and winter temperatures to step into longer days and welcomed sunlight. People rekindle forgotten New Year’s resolutions with passion and excitement. You see the overeager among us in shorts and T-shirts, while the crocuses are still dusted with frost. Whatever category you find yourself in, now’s the time to get outside and spring into action! What are you waiting for…
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Thanksgiving and Black Friday and Cyber Monday—oh, my! Each year, the last Saturday in November kicks off the start of the holiday season, and here at Visit Finger Lakes, we want to be sure you are ready. One day we love to celebrate is Small Business Saturday, a day for shopping local and…
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