January Events in the Finger Lakes

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 your new year with a celebratory New Year's Day Brunch at The Lake House on Canandaigua (770 S. Main St., Canandaigua, N.Y.) on Jan. 1, 2026. Enjoy Finger Lakes flavors with a winter-inspired menu at the lakefront Rose Tavern, featuring French toast, Eggs Benedict, seafood, and more.

Local tip: Check out the New Year's Eve celebration at the resort for a complete New Year's in the Finger Lakes experience.

Stout Month

Enjoy Finger Lakes beer throughout January as Canandaigua's breweries come together to celebrate Stout Month! Grab a punch card from any participating brewery — Peacemaker Brewing (39 Coach St., Canandaigua, N.Y.), Frequentem Brewing (254 S Main St., Canandaigua, N.Y.), Naked Dove (4048 State Route 5 &, US-20, Canandaigua, N.Y.), Twisted Rail (169 Lakeshore Dr., Canandaigua, N.Y.), Other Half (24 Lakeshore Dr., Canandaigua, N.Y.) , and the newly opened Gem Creek Brewery (250 Eastern Blvd., Canandaigua, N.Y.) — and start tasting! You have the whole month of January to try a stout from each brewery and complete your punch card. At your final stop, leave your completed card to receive a stout glass featuring all participating brewery logos. It might be cold outside, but the Finger Lakes craft beverage scene is always ready to warm your soul.

New Year's Wellness Retreat at The Lake House on Canandaigua

Slow down, reconnect, and nourish your mind and body at the New Year Wellness Retreat at The Lake House on Canandaigua (770 S. Main St., Canandaigua, N.Y.) on Jan. 3 and 4, 2026. Starting with restorative yoga and a sound bath, followed by creative workshops, aromatherapy, and other activities, this wellness retreat will recharge your soul and help you start 2026 on the right foot.

Local tip: Stay over the weekend for a lakefront winter wonderland experience! Enjoy a special discounted rate for Jan. 3 and 4, 2026, using the promo code OVRNGT.

Sugarmaker's Igloo Brunch

Delight yourself at Sugarmaker's Igloo Brunch at Kettle Ridge Farms (515 Log Cabin Road, Victor, N.Y.). Available Saturdays and Sundays between Jan. 10 and Mar. 8, 2026, this intimate, maple-inspired five-course brunch features a menu specially chosen by the chefs — no public menus available, because, as they say, "mystery is part of the fun." Pick between a heated igloo or a table in the farm's climate-controlled barn — with a required minimum of six guests per table — and create unique Finger Lakes memories.

Note: Since the secret menu is part of the fun, the Sugarmaker's Igloo Brunch cannot accommodate dietary restrictions except for tree nut and shellfish allergies.

Cher Tribute at Rooted by Amberg

Sing along with a fabulous tribute to Cher at Rooted by Amberg (7979 Pittsford Victor Road, #307, Victor, N.Y.) on Jan. 2, 2026. From favorites such as "I Got You Babe" to "Believe," this promises to be a night to remember, pairing music with Finger Lakes wine and beer.

ChocoVino Festival 2026

For the first time ever, Hotel Canandaigua (205 Lakeshore Dr., Canandaigua, N.Y.) presents ChocoVino Festival on Jan. 17, 2026, an event that brings together the best of wine and chocolate. Visit dozens of vendors from across the Northeast, including wineries, breweries, chocolatiers, sweets, crafts, and more. Featuring two sessions that day, tickets include a commemorative glass for unlimited sampling, with live music and food available for purchase.

Burns Night Celebration at Ravenwood Golf Club

Ravenwood Golf Club's (929 Lynaugh Road, Victor, N.Y.) premier annual event, the Burns Night Celebration on Jan. 24, 2026, honors the life and works of Robert Burns, the Scottish poet and lyricist. Enjoy a semi-formal dinner followed by entertainment, cocktails, and more! Kilts are highly encouraged.

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