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Highlights for September 25 - 27: Ithaca's Annual Apple Fest, Doll Up Like Dolly on 9/25, a Moon Festival held by the Chinese Cultural Association of the Southern Tier, two art shows opening at Community Arts of Elmira, and Morgan James presents The Music of Nina Simone hosted by Corning Painted Post Civic Music.
Amelia Cueva
September 25, 2026
TOP 5
THIS WEEKEND
 | Apple Harvest Festival Three days of food, music, makers, and fall traditions in Downtown Ithaca! The Ithaca Commons will be transformed into a festival full of food vendors, performances, and plenty of apples. Friday is Student Showcase! See performances from local colleges and stay for the big show in the evening. |
TONIGHT
 | Doll Up Like Dolly Y’all ready to pour yourself a cup of ambition? We are throwing the ultimate Doll Up Like Dolly Party at Latitude 42 (Old Ithaca Road Horseheads). The Dress Code: Full-on Dolly. Think big blonde wigs, fringe, sequins, denim, or your favorite iconic Dolly look or just a Dolly shirt or wear some of Dolly's favorite colors. The Admission Fee: One book! Entry requires bringing a new or gently used children's book to be donated to local kids through the Family Reading Partnership of Chemung Valley. While you're there, we'll have Chey's Pierogi and The Magician's Kitchen with Dolly Themed cookies. Come ready for a night of celebrating the literal queen of country! |
SATURDAY
 | Moon Festival Join us to celebrate the Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival. There will be boba, Chinese food, lantern riddles, raffle prizes, a bounce house, popcorn and more! |
  | Two Exhibition Openings at Community Arts of Elmira This project is made possible with funds from the Statewide Community Regrant program, a regrant program of the New York State Council on the Arts with support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature and administered by The ARTS Council of the Southern Finger Lakes. Click here for details and updates Special Attraction for children/families, too! This exhibition is a Creative Community Partnership with Friends of the Chemung River Watershed, Inc., Southern Tier Reduces and Community Arts of Elmira! |
 | Morgan James presents The Music of Nina Simone hosted by Corning Painted Post Civic Music Morgan James is a powerhouse interpreter of soul, jazz, blues, and classic American song. Whether delivering a heartfelt ballad or an up-tempo groove, she brings a rich tone, emotional honesty, and a commanding stage presence. James presents a tribute to the great Nina Simone with a full big band for an evening of unforgettable vocal stylings and songs that will linger long after the final note. |
PLUS
72nd Annual Big Flats Community Days; 29th Annual MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival screenings at the Southeast Steuben County Library in Corning; Project Q at The Garage at Rye in Elmira; Heritage Village Festival - Celebrating 250 in Corning; Buck Rope Rodeo at LECOM Event Center in Elmira; Switchfoot with special guest Anberlin LIVE @ Point of the Bluff on Keuka Lake; farmers markets, plus always so much great local & live music!
Check out all of the events at the link below (and remember to check with the original event hosts for latest updates, rain dates, & cancellations):
COMING UP NEXT WEEK
Weekly Group Run on Tuesdays at 6:00 PM starting at Confluence Running in Corning | 3 miles | all paces welcome
SAVE THE DATE
 | The Days of Incandescence Step back in time for a special celebration honoring Corning’s historic role in crafting the first glass bulbs for Thomas Edison—a moment that helped illuminate the world and spark a legacy of innovation. The Days of Incandescence includes: Visit www.DaysofIncandescence.com to get more details! |
Reminders
Always check with the original event host for updates and cancellations.
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