Schuyler County Italian American Festival
Now through Saturday
Fireworks finale | Saturday at 9:30 PM
Clute Park, Watkins Glen

Experience three days of family fun with exciting DAILY carnival rides, live entertainment, 40+ food and craft vendors, our famous Beer Tent with fresh clams, the Community Parade, Cornhole Tournament, bingo, and a spectacular fireworks finale over Seneca Lake.

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Ithaca Artist Market
12:00 - 7:30 PM
Ithaca Farmers Market

Discover the work of 80+ local artists at the 34th Annual Ithaca Artist Market, a juried show and sale featuring outstanding fine and functional art from across the region.

Enjoy live music by the East Hill Jazz Group while exploring the market, and treat yourself to delicious food, wine, beer, cider, and desserts from local vendors.

Register in advance and you'll be entered into an amazing raffle with 40+ chances to win artwork from participating artists or tickets from local arts organizations.

The Ithaca Artist Market is a program of the Community Arts Partnership of Tompkins County.

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2026 Ferrario Elmira Jazz Festival
12:00 - 4:00 PM
Thorne Street Park, Horseheads

Your Summer Jazz Escape.
Four Hours. Three Acts. One Unforgettable Afternoon. What better way to celebrate summer than live music, friends, and an afternoon of smooth jazz?

This year’s festival features an incredible lineup of jazz talent:

Marion Meadows ( @saxmar99 )
Brian Simpson ( @brian.simpson.jazz )
Top Shelf ( @Top-Shelf-1032460866778520 )

It’s More Than Music!
All proceeds and donations from the festival benefit The Economic Opportunity Program, Inc. of Chemung and Schuyler Counties, helping EOP better serve individuals, children, and families throughout the community.

Support EOP, enjoy world-class music, and be part of one unforgettable summer afternoon at the Ferrario Elmira Jazz Festival.

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Corning Rotary’s Summer Feast
1:00 - 6:00 PM
Corning Nasser Civic Center

The Rotary Club of Corning invites the community to Crystal City SummerFeast 2026, a one-day, adults-only (21+, bring ID) fundraiser featuring food, beverages, live music, games, and summer fun at the Nasser Civic Center.

Guests can enjoy live music throughout the day by Leah Brown and the Side Hustle, and Pocket Trio, plus games, beverages, leis, summer decorations, and a relaxed island-inspired festival atmosphere.

The food centerpiece for SummerFeast will be a pig roast and barbecue feast from JR’s Back Alley BBQ, featuring Hawaiian-inspired flavors and preparations. JR’s will also offer additional barbecue items that are not pork-based. Additional vendors will round out the food experience with charcuterie, desserts, ice cream, cookies, the YMCA’s famous popcorn, and other seasonal treats.

$25 tickets online or at the door
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India Day
Starting at 8:00 PM
Centerway Square, Corning

The Southern Tier India Cultural Association proudly presents our Annual Signature Event: India Day 2026 — a celebration of culture, community, unity, and the vibrant spirit of India. Join us as we come together for an evening filled with performances, traditions, food, music, and memories.

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