Events in the Leatherstocking Area

 

 

2008 Country Calendar of Events...

 

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ONGOING Events- 
Tom & Huck Fun & Fishing Canoe Trips, Bainbridge, NY
Date: Daily (summer)
Local Phone: 607/563-8271
Description:

Shaded here and there with giant willows, and crossed periodically by small bridges, you'll feel like you're in a nostalgic Norman Rockwell painting as you float past small dairy farms and rural villages. This scenic 2-5 hour trip along the Unadilla includes transportation to the put in point with take out at Tall Pines Campground, a fishing pole to use during your float, river orientation and map, safety equipment, and for our hungry paddlers, our adult fares include a free hotdog and chips when you return, or a discount off our hearty evening dinner special (home cooked BBQ chicken, ribs, pizza, more)

 
New Afton Raceway, Afton, NY
Date: Saturdays (summer)
Local Phone: 607/657-8018
Description: Races most Saturdays throughout the summer, with additional days as scheduled. Stock cars, Modifieds, Pro Sports, Demolition Derby's, Sprints, Antique Cars, bikes, and much more!

  

Autorama, A Car Cruise-In, Cooperstown, NY
Date: Mondays (summer)
Local Phone:  
Description: Glimerglass State Park will be transformed into a cruise-in from days gone by. Come see these classic cars and enjoy a stroll on the beach at beautiful Otsego Lake

 

 

May Events- 

 

John James Audubon-American Artist and NaturalistBinghamton, NY  13905
Date: 2/1/2008 - 6/30/2008
(607) 772-0660
 

A selection of rare and valuable works of arts and artifacts. Includes original Audubon letters, books, photographs, personal items, and engravings -selected from the art collection and document archives of the John James Audubon Museum.

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Russian American Kids CircusVestal, NY  13850
Date: 5/2/2008
(607) 777-2787
 

Trained by veterans of the world famous Moscow Circus, these young performers will dazzle the audience with their acrobatics, expert juggling and daring aerial feats in a show performed by kids, for kids, but not just for kids. Tickets: General Public, $10; Children (12 and younger), $6

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Spring Migration Nature Art FestivalCanastota, NY  13032
Date: 5/3/2008 - 5/4/2008
(315) 697-2950

 
The annual Spring Migration Festival will feature acclaimed wildlife artists, live animal demonstrations, tours, games, entertainment, food and more!
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Mother's Day at Fenimore Art Museum & The Farmers' MuseumCooperstown, NY  13326
Date: 5/11/2008
(607) 547-1450
 

Moms and grandmothers celebrate Mother's Day with free admission to the Fenimore Art Museum and The Farmers' Museum.

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Mother's Day Tea & ToursSpringfield Center, NY  13468
Date: 5/11/2008
(607) 547-5098
 

Mom's admitted free to this special event. Come enjoy a tour of historic Hyde Hall and have some tea with guests and family.

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Ivan KootaOneonta, NY  13820
Date: 5/23/2008 - 6/14/2008
(607) 432-2070
 
Koota brings the spirit of Brooklyn to Oneonta with his whimsical "Folk Art" paintings.
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Jennie WilliamsOneonta, NY  13820
Date: 5/23/2008 - 6/14/2008
(607) 432-2070
 
Hand crafted sculpty beads become beautiful adornments for the artist's unique mannequins.
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Unadilla Memorial Day ParadeUnadilla, NY  13849
Date: 5/26/2008

 
Come watch the hometown Memorial Day Parade and pay tribute to your country!
Phone:   (888) 530-7937     Visit Website

 

General Clinton Canoe RegattaCooperstown, NY  13326
Date: 5/23/2008 - 5/26/2008
(607) 967-8700
 
Imagine paddling a canoe 70 miles in one day, challenging the elements and testing your endurance levels against the unpredictable Susquehanna River in Upstate New York. You have just entered the Canoeing top marathon paddlers from North America and Europe participate in this grueling event. We have plenty of entertainment awaiting young and old - rides, food stands, and a variety of shows for you to enjoy. Fireworks display.
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Memorial Day Weekend at The Farmer's MuseumCooperstown, NY  13326
Date: 5/24/2008 - 5/25/2008
(607) 547-1450
 
Sheep shearing takes place at The Farmers' Museum each Memorial Day Weekend and showcases traditional hand-shearing techniques as well as contemporary shearing methods. Other activities related to sheep and wool production also take place, including fleece grading, spinning and weaving. Various breeds of sheep are on display. In addition, gardners can stock up on hard-to-find plants and seeds with our Heritage Plant Sale.
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June Events- 

 

Antique Dealers Association Spring Antique ShowBouckville, NY  13310
Date: 6/6/2008 - 6/8/2008
(315) 893-1762
 

Antique dealers band together to bring the spring version of the popular Antique Dealers Association August Show. Come and shop hundreds of dealers to find that special antique you have been looking ...

         

 

 

Oz-stravaganzaChittenango, NY  13037
Date: 6/6/2008 - 6/8/2008
(315) 687-3423
 

Follow the yellow brick road to Chittenango for the Oz Fest. Celebrate everything "OZ" as the village commemorates native son L. Frank Baum.

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29th Annual Friendship Craft FestivalRichfield Springs, NY  13439
Date: 6/7/2008
(315) 858-2182
 

Over 100 crafters from all over the northeast will be featured with food booths, as well as Brooks Chicken BBQ. Giant bake sale also featured.

         

 

 

Boxing Hall of Fame Induction WeekendCanastota, NY  13032
Date: 6/12/2008 - 6/15/2008
(315) 697-7095
 

Boxing's greatest names will be on hand for this exciting, fun-filled weekend designed for the entire family. Rub elbows with more than 35 boxing legends. Shake hands with the champs. The excitement of the weekend reaches its peak with the induction ceremony on Sunday.

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Peterboro Civil War WeekendPeterboro, NY  13134
Date: 6/14/2008 - 6/15/2008
(315) 684-9022
 

Step back in time with Civil War encampments, skirmishers, period music and demonstrations, children's games, an authentic General Store, and the annual Blue and Gray Ball.

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57th Annual Flag Day ParadeUnadilla, NY  13849
Date: 6/14/2008
(607) 369-3406
 

The Unadilla Fire Department will have their annual Flag Day Parade. Come and bring your flag to wave!

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Canal Day at Chittenango LandingChittenango, NY  13037
Date: 6/15/2008
(315) 687-3801
 

Hosted by the Chittenango Landing Canal Boat Museum, canal day features demonstrations from canal times, crafts, boat building and great family fun. Come early for great BBQ chicken.

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Father's Day at the MuseumsCooperstown, NY  13326
Date: 6/15/2008
(607) 547-1450
 

Fathers and Grandfathers receive free admission to both the Fenimore Art Museum and The Farmers' Museum.

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Father's Day CelebrationSpringfield Center, NY  13468
Date: 6/15/2008
(607) 547-5098
 

Join us for refreshments and a tour of Hyde Hall. Dads admitted free.

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44th Annual Antique ShowMilford, NY  13807
Date: 6/15/2008
(607) 286-7643
 

Antique dealers displaying books, china, glass, jewelry, tools, furniture and toys. Refreshments available - join us for breakfast and lunch!

           

 

Chenango Summer MusicFestHamilton, NY  13346
Date: 6/19/2008 - 6/22/2008
(315) 228-7645
 

A four-day music festival centered around chamber music played by world-class musicians. Other events include local musicians, children's events, world music, ethnic foods, regional restaurant dessert competitions, regional wine-tasting, dancing & more! Relax, renew & refresh in beautiful Hamilton, NY.

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Cooperstown Antiquarian Book FairCooperstown, NY  13326
Date: 6/28/2008
(607) 547-8363
 

This event features over 60 antiquarian book dealers offering books, prints, ephemera and autographs for sale.

           

 

 

July Events- 

Dick's Sporting Goods OpenEndicott, NY  13760
Date: 6/30/2008 - 7/6/2008
(607) 763-0000
 

Champions Tour event.

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Independence Day CelebrationCooperstown, NY  13326
Date: 7/4/2008
(607) 547-1450
 
Every July 4th, The Farmers' Museum hosts a traditional Independence Day celebration. The event is based on a typical 1845 celebration of our nation's birthday and includes patriotic music, games, dances and decorations.
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Independence Day ParadeSpringfield Center, NY  13468
Date: 7/4/2008
(315) 858-5802
 

This century old tradition features huge parade with local high school bands, barbeque and a concert in Springfield Center, 11 miles north of Cooperstown.

         

 

Oneonta's 4th of July Hometown CelebrationOneonta, NY  13820
Date: 7/4/2008
(607) 432-1500
 

This annual hometown celebration offers food & games and loads of musical entertainment on the main stage at Neahwa Park. Free Oneonta Tigers baseball game at Damaschke Field. The area's largest fireworks display at dusk!

         

 

Cavac Arts & Crafts FairCazenovia, NY  13035
Date: 7/5/2008 - 7/6/2008
(315) 655-9798  

Quality Arts & Crafts show and sale at Lorenzo State Historic Site in Cazenovia.

           

 

Cooperstown Antiques ShowMilford, NY  13807
Date: 7/6/2008
(607) 286-9021
 

75 to 100 dealers will be selling their wares ranging from small antique glassware and jewelry to rugs, furniture and crocks. On site parking and food available.This annual show attracts 75 to 100 dealers who will be selling.

         

 

 

Unadilla Carnival of Sales, Unadilla, NY 
Date: 7/6/2008
(888) 530-7937
 

Events for the whole family: crafters, artisans, antiques, flea market, bingo, carnival games, petting zoo, live music and community wide lawn sales.

         

 

Junior Livestock ShowCooperstown, NY  13326
Date: 7/13/2008 - 7/15/2008
(607) 547-1450
 

A true celebration of youth in agriculture. The second largest youth competition in the state and the only one of its kind sponsored by a museum in the United States. The continued collaboration with 4-H programs in a nine-county area of Central New York and the more than 930 volunteer hours ensures a smoothly-run educational event. The show attracts 285 young exhibitors registered to show 732 dairy cows, sheep, beef, swine and dairy goats, which they raised, trained, and groomed themselves.

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Lumberjack Festival, Deposit, NY
Date: 7/17/2008 - 7/20/2008
(607) 467-5959
 

A lumberjack competition including tree cutting and log rolling, parade, craft fair, fireworks, midway, raft races, music, food and more. FREE ADMISSION!

           

 

 

Airshow 2008 - The Polo Field Fly-InGilbertsville, NY  13776
Date: 7/18/2008 - 7/20/2008
(607) 293-7974
 

An annual fly-in of radio-controlled airplanes and airshow. Come enjoy these giant scale airplanes as they perform aerobatics and see WW I and WW II military replicas, as well as two 50% scaled replicas. Vendors on hand!

           

 

 

 

Dancin in the StreetsCherry Valley, NY  13320
Date: 7/19/2008 - 7/20/2008
(607) 264-3982
 

Downtown Cherry Valley hosts "Dancin in the Streets" all day in beautiful historic Cherry Valley. At night join us for "Dancin at the Old School" with music by Scattered Flurries. And on Sunday, the Wanderer's Car Club host a classic car show and will have a Brook's Chicken Barbeque lunch! A great summer weekend in Cherry Valley!

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Broome County FairWhitney Point, NY  13862
Date: 7/22/2008 - 7/27/2008
(607) 692-4149
 

Includes truck and tractor pull, demolition derby, 4-H animal show, horse show, exhibits, rides and games.

         

 

 

Empire State GamesVestal, NY  13850
Date: 7/23/2008 - 7/27/2008
(607) 772-8860
 
The nation's oldest olympic style competition will be held in the Greater Binghamton area. Binghamton University will serve as the major site with other community sports venues supporting the effort.
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National Baseball Hall of Fame Induction Weekend ActivitiesCooperstown, NY  13326
Date: 7/25/2008 - 7/26/2010
(607) 547-7200
 

Hall of Fame Induction Weekend activities for families and baseball fans of all ages, with interactive events, roundtable discussions, booksignings, a free New York-Penn League baseball game, and ...

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Madison County Gravity FestMunnsville, NY  13409
Date: 7/26/2008 - 7/27/2008
(315) 495-2470
 

Speed without horsepower. Athletes will compete at speeds of over 70 miles per hour. It's exciting, It's extreme! Events feature street luge, downhill skateboarding and gravity bikes.

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18th Annual New York-Pennsylvania League GameCooperstown, NY  13326
Date: 7/26/2008
(607) 432-6326
 
On Baseball Hall of Fame Induction weekend - come enjoy a NY-Penn League game featuring the Oneonta Tigers and the Tri-City Valley Cats.
         

 

Connecting GenerationsCooperstown, NY  13326
Date: 7/26/2008
(607) 547-7200
 

The popular Connecting Generations allows vistors to compete in a fun trivia contest with Hall of Famers Brooks Robinson, Duke Snider and others. Afterward, selected fans may ask questions of the Hall of Famers on stage.

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Ice Cream Run for Kid's Sake, Deposit, NY  
Date: 7/26/2008 - 7/27/2008
(607) 746-7244
 

Ride for a cause! Enjoy the scenic Catskills while helping seriously ill children.

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August Events- 

 

 

Annual Spiedie Fest & Balloon RallyBinghamton, NY  13901
Date: 8/1/2008 - 8/3/2008
(607) 761-2475
 

One of ABA's Top 100 events. Hot air balloons, art and crafts, music, antique cars, kids activities, and food galore.

           

 

 

 

Chenango County Fair, Norwich, NY
Date: 8/6/2008 - 8/10/2008
(607) 334-9198
 

Come bring the family and experience the excitement of a true country fair! Each day has featured entertainment on the grandstand, with many other ongoing and evening events.

           

 

 

Madison-Bouckville Antique ShowBouckville, NY  13310
Date: 8/10/2008 - 8/17/2008
(315) 824-2462
 

One of the largest outdoor antique shows in the Northeast, this week long show attracts almost 1,000 dealers who set up along US Route 20. You can buy and sell quality antiques for a wide variety of vendors.

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Antique Dealers Association Antique WeekBouckville, NY  13310
Date: 8/10/2008 - 8/17/2008
(315) 893-1762
 

The villages of Madison and Bouckville host their 24th annual antique week along scenic US Route 20.

         

 

 

 

37th Madison Bouckville Outdoor Antique ShowBouckville, NY  13310
Date: 8/15/2008 - 8/17/2008
(315) 824-2462
 

Largest outdoor antique show set on 90 acres of picturesque farm land. Shop with over 1000 dealers.

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Pottery FairCazenovia, NY  13035
Date: 8/16/2008 - 8/18/2008
(315) 472-0108
 

Family-friendly activities and shopping. Enjoy pottery demonstrations, explore the sculpture gardens, glaze your own raku, play with clay at claytown, shop the pottery barns and win pottery in the raffle.

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Delaware County Fair, Walton, NY  
Date: 8/11/2008 - 8/16/2008
(607) 865-4763
 

Country music, demo derby, garden tractor pulls, 4-H exhibits, horse show, chain saw carvings, Hollywood stunt show, monster trucks.

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Teddy Bear Artist Show & Sale, Binghamton, NY   
Date: 8/21/2008 - 8/23/2008
(518) 562-4076
 

Join leading teddy bear artists from around the world rally at this super Teddy Bear  show and sale. 

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Chenango Blues Festival, Norwich, NY    
Date: 8/18/2008 - 8/19/2008 TBA
(607) 334-5653
 

Family friendly blues festival featuring 11 bands over two days. National caliber artists in a relaxed rural atmosphere. Great food and craft vendors. Free children's activities.  

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September Events- 

 

Craft DaysOneida, NY  13421
Date: 9/6/2008 - 9/7/2008
(315) 363-4136
 

130 vendors, selling various handmade crafts and entertainment.

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Colorscape Chenago,  Norwich, NY
Date: 9/6/2008 - 9/7/2008
(315) 363-4136
 

Colorscape Chenango Arts Festival is a free outdoor festival that draws 14-16,000 people to East and West Parks of downtown Norwich, NY, each year on the weekend after Labor Day with its gallery-quality fine art for sale, acoustic music, literary arts, competitive poetry slam, creative cullinary arts, and hands-on art experiences for all ages. Admission and all activities are entirely FREE of charge. Takes place rain or shine. 30 vendors, selling various handmade crafts and entertainment.

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Central NY Old Time Stock-Car Convention Reunion & Hall of Fame Induction
Former Mid-State Speedway, Otsego County Fairgrounds, Rte 23, Morris, NY   13808
Date: 9/6/2008

(607) 753-0740
 

Featuring the mid-state antique stock-car club, chicken BBQ, old racing movies, pictures, memorabilia, original race cars, driving legends, raffles, door prizes, crafts & more.

         

 

 

 

 

Fall Folliage Canoe & Kayak Trips, Tall Pines Campground, Bainbridge, NY 13733   Date: 9/13/2008 - 10/13/2008
(607) 563-8271 or (888) 556-3872
 

Discover the splendor of paddling the Unadilla River in Autumn. Color displays mirrored on the river’s surface with waterfowl and birds of prey make the trip even more colorful. Includes transportation to the put in point with take out at Tall Pines Campground, a fishing pole to use during your float, river orientation and map, safety equipment, and for our hungry paddlers, our adult fares include a free hotdog and chips when you return, or a discount off our hearty evening dinner special (home cooked BBQ chicken, ribs, pizza, more).

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Harvest Festival, The Farmers' Museum, Lake Rd / Rte 80, Cooperstown, NY   13326
Date: 9/13/2008-9/14/2008

(607) 547-1450 or (888)547-1450

 

In September, the tradition of an old-time agricultural fair is revived at The Farmers' Museum's Harvest Festival. This weekend-long event is a celebration of the season's bounty and enables visitors to experience traditional crafts, food and entertainment

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Susquehanna Valley Garlic Fest, Wood Bull Antiques, 3920 St Hwy 28, Milford, NY
Date: 9/20/2008
(607) 638-9016
 

This event will showcase 10 area garlic growers, as well as food vendors, food demonstrations by Cornell Coop Extension and music for all to enjoy. 

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OmmeFest: Celebrating the Harvest, Beer, and Medieval Arts
Brewery Ommegang, 656 Cty Hwy 33, Cooperstown, NY   13326

Date: 9/20/2008 - 9/21/2008
(607) 544-1800 or (800) 544-1809
 

OmmeFest is modeled on the Belgian Kermesse, a traditional village festival. Featuring Belgian foods; local fermented, and slow foods; beer (including a special-release fresh hop beer!) music, medieval games and amusements.