Sing with me: Hey, June. Why leave so soon? Things were only getting better. The moment you lead us into summer. You go and leave, and that’s a bummer.
As this month comes to a close, summer events continue to populate. Here in central New York, we’re living it up and taking in all the Vitamin D that we can. This weekend offers a wide variety, so enjoy!
Cape Vincent Historical Weekend
History in the making and reenacting. The annual festival features lectures, live-action reenactments and much more.
Where: Vincent Village Green, 350 Gouvello St. and Broadway, Cape Vincent
When: Friday, June 24 – Sunday June, 26
Cost: Some events may have fees | More Info | 654-2481
Jamesville Balloonfest
The unique annual high-soaring three-day festival returns with fun for the whole family.
Where: Jamesville Beach Park, 4110 W. Shore Manor Road, Jamesville
When: Friday, June 24 – Sunday, June 26
Cost: Free admission, $10/parking | 435-5252
Oakwood Ghostwalk
Learn about the history of Syracuse through tales from the mouths of ghosts.
Where: Oakwood Cemetery, 940 Comstock Ave., Syracuse
When: Friday, June 24 | 6 p.m.
Cost: $15 | Buy Online | 428-1864
The Princess Bride
“Would you like a peanut?” There will be food trucks on-site for goodies, too, at this free outdoor screening.
Where: Burnet Park, 541 Burnet Park Dr., Syracuse
When: Friday, June 24 | 9 p.m.
Cost: Free| (520) 904-7968
Strawberry Festival
The free annual festival features food, music and family fun … and strawberries.
Where: Stone Mills Museum, 30950 Route 180, LaFargeville
When: Saturday, June 25 | 10 a.m.
Cost: Free | 658-2353
Helping Hounds Blind Cornhole Tournament
CNY Cornhole presents a fundraiser for Helping Hounds.
Where: Lamont Tavern, 108 Lamont Ave., Syracuse
When: Saturday, June 25 | noon
Cost: $30/person to play | 944-7774
Daryl Hall & John Oates
Not convinced on the amphitheatre yet? These guys will turn your opinion around. They’ll make your dreams come true.
Where: Lakeview Amphitheatre, 490 Restoration Way, Syracuse
When: Saturday, June 25 | 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $25, $75, $85, $125 | Buy Online | 435-2121
Against Me!
Once a teenage anarchist, forever an anarchist. Laura Jane Grace and her band will rock out in Syracuse.
Where: The Lost Horizon, 5863 Thompson Road, Syracuse
When: Saturday, June 25 | 8 p.m.
Cost: $20/advance, $23/door | Buy Online | (877) 987-6487
Indie Market at House of S. Jaye
Browse local arts and craft vendors, get your face painted, relax with some reiki and get some snacks.
Where: House of S. Jaye, 233 N. Clinton St., Syracuse
When: Sunday, June 26 | 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Cost: Free admission | 478-0684
History’s Hometown Architecture Tour
For over 150 years, the nationally recognized African American cultural festival continues with its local annual celebration.
Where: Seward House Museum, 33 South St., Auburn
When: Sunday, June 26 | 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Cost: $10/Seward & Cayuga Museum members, $12/general | More Info | 212-1283
Editor’s Pick: Moody McCarthy
The Syracuse-based nationally-known comic takes the showroom stage at Funny Bone
Where: Funny Bone Comedy Club, Destiny USA
When: Thursday, June 23 | 7:30 p.m
Cost: $10
Take me out to the Chiefs Game…
All baseball games are played at NBT Stadium, 1 Tex Simone Dr, Syracuse. Box office phone: 474-7833.
Fireworks Friday / Charity for Children
Opponent: Toledo Mud Hens
When: Friday, June 24 | 7:05 p.m.
Cost: $5-$12 | Buy Online
Super Saturday / “Re-opening Day” / Boy Scout Night / Bill Buckner Autograph Session and VIP Meet & Greet
Opponent: Toledo Mud Hens
When: Saturday, June 25 | 7:05 p.m.
Cost: $5-$12 | Buy Online
Family Sunday / CSEA Day
Opponent: Toledo Mud Hens
When: Sunday, June 26 | 1:05 p.m.
Cost: $5-$12 | Buy Online
Weekend at the Fairgrounds
The Fairgrounds is located at 581 State Fair Blvd., Syracuse.
Where: 4-H Ring & Stable Area
When: Saturday, June 25 – Sunday, June 26| 8 a.m.
Cost: Free | More Info | 727-5391
Weather Forecast
(Subject to change, of course.)
THURSDAY
Temperature: 77 degrees / 52 degrees
Conditions: Hot.
FRIDAY
Temperature: 81 degrees / 58 degrees
Conditions: Hotter.
SATURDAY
Temperature: 86 degrees / 60 degrees
Conditions: Hotter than yesterday.
SUNDAY
Temperature: 92 degrees / 65 degrees
Conditions: Hottest.
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