Here's what's happening in Syracuse and Central New York the week of June 22–28, 2026.
Fourth of July week in CNY means fireworks. Thirteen of them, actually, going off from Tuesday through Sunday across Clay, Baldwinsville, Skaneateles, Auburn, Brewerton, Onondaga Lake Park, Cazenovia, Oswego, and Fair Haven. Beyond the fireworks, this week has Godsmack and Stone Temple Pilots at Empower FCU Amphitheater, a USA vs. Bosnia World Cup watch party at Meier's Creek, the official Syracuse 4th of July Bar Crawl, line dancing at Middle Ages, and a full week of Syracuse Mets baseball with post-game fireworks Friday and Saturday. Here's everything going on in the Syracuse area this week.
This page is updated every Monday with the best events, live music, food festivals, and things to do across Syracuse, Baldwinsville, Liverpool, Camillus, Cazenovia, DeWitt, Manlius, LaFayette, Skaneatles, and surrounding CNY communities. Bookmark it, check back weekly, or subscribe to the TLDR Syracuse newsletter to get this delivered to your inbox every Monday for free.
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Weekly Recurring Events
Fireworks Across CNY
Clay Fourth of July Fireworks at Great Northern Mall, Clay. Tuesday, June 30, 9:30 PM. Free.
DeWitt Fourth of July Fireworks at Carrier Park, East Syracuse. Wednesday, July 1, dusk. Free.
Oswego County Fair Fireworks at Oswego County Fairgrounds, Sandy Creek. Wednesday, July 1, ~9:30 PM.
Skaneateles Fireworks at Austin Park at Austin Park, Skaneateles. Thursday, July 2, 9:30 PM. Free.
Baldwinsville Fireworks at Mercer Park at Mercer Park, Baldwinsville. Thursday, July 2, ~10:00 PM. Free.
Auburn Fireworks over Owasco Lake at Emerson Park, Auburn. Friday, July 3, 9:00 PM. Parking $5.
Brewerton Fireworks on the River at Riverfront Park, Brewerton. Friday, July 3, 9:00 PM. Free.
Syracuse Mets Post-Game Fireworks at NBT Bank Stadium. Friday, July 3, after the game.
Onondaga Lake Park Fireworks at Onondaga Lake Park, Liverpool. Saturday, July 4, 9:30 PM. Free.
Manlius Fourth of July Parade & Fireworks at Manlius. Saturday, July 4, parade 5:00 PM, fireworks at dusk. Free.
Cazenovia Fourth of July Fireworks at Lakeland Park, Cazenovia. Saturday, July 4, dusk. Free.
City of Oswego Fourth of July Fireworks over the Oswego River, Oswego. Sunday, July 5, 9:45 PM. Free.
Fair Haven Fireworks over Little Sodus Bay at Fair Haven Central Park. Sunday, July 5, 10:00 PM. Free.
Trivia this Week
Looking for trivia nights this week? We just published a full guide to every trivia spot in Syracuse.
Monday, June 29
Liverpool Community Concert - Strangers (60s Rock) at Liverpool Amphitheater, 7:00 PM. Free.
Improvised Dungeons & Dragons at The Song and Dance, 8:00 PM. Sold out. Look for someone who can’t make and is selling their tickets if you want to go.
Tuesday, June 30
Godsmack with Stone Temple Pilots at Empower FCU Amphitheater, 7:00 PM.
Downtown Syracuse Farmers Market at Clinton Square, 8:00 AM.
June LGBTQ+ Community Connections Dinner at CNY Philanthropy Center, 6:00 PM.
Syracuse Mets vs. Worcester at NBT Bank Stadium, 6:35 PM.
Wednesday, July 1
Sunrise Yoga at Clinton Square at Clinton Square, 6:30 AM. Free.
Syracuse Eastside Farmers Market at Westcott Community Center, 2:00 PM. Free.
DeWitt Farmers Market at Carrier Park, East Syracuse, 3:00 PM.
Food Trucks at Great Northern Mall at Great Northern Mall, Clay, 4:00 PM. Free.
USA v. Bosnia and Herzegovina Watch Party at Meier's Creek Brewing (both locations), 7:30 PM.
Boots at the Brewery - Line Dancing at Middle Ages Music Hall, 7:00 PM.
Liverpool Community Concert - Patriotic Tunes at Liverpool Amphitheater, 7:00 PM. Free.
The Cold Stares at The 443 Social Club & Lounge, 7:00 PM.
Sorry 4 Da Weight Tour at Syracuse Funny Bone, 6:30 PM.
Syracuse Mets vs. Worcester at NBT Bank Stadium, 6:35 PM.
Thursday, July 2
CNY Regional Market, 7:00 AM.
Food Trucks at CNY Regional Market at CNY Regional Market, 4:00 PM. Free.
Ricotta Cookies & Red, White and Blueberry Biscotti at Vince's Gourmet Imports, North Syracuse, 5:30 PM.
Dogs Day Out at Maxwell's, Syracuse.
Creek Hoppers Trail Run Club at Meier's Creek Brewing, Cazenovia, 6:00 PM. Free.
Suite 40 at Emerald Cocktail Kitchen, Syracuse, 6:00 PM.
Mia Borders at The 443 Social Club & Lounge, 7:00 PM.
Shafi Hossain at Syracuse Funny Bone, 7:00 PM.
Revisit the Revolution: Lorenzo's America 250th Speaker Series at Lorenzo State Historic Site, Cazenovia. Free.
Watch Your Step w/s/g Fever Dream + SoberDose at Funk 'N Waffles, 8:00 PM.
Drag Bingo: Herstory of the World Edition at The Song and Dance, 8:00 PM.
Syracuse Mets vs. Worcester at NBT Bank Stadium, 6:35 PM.
This Weekend in Syracuse
Friday, July 3
Food Truck Fridays at Everson Community Plaza. Free.
Pathways of Resistance Walking Tour along the Erie Canal, Syracuse.
An Evening with The Church in Syracuse.
Shafi Hossain at Syracuse Funny Bone, 7:00 PM.
ghst rnnr - EP Release Show at The Song and Dance, 8:00 PM.
Saturday, July 4
CNY Regional Market, 7:00 AM.
53rd Annual Cazenovia July 4th Running Race in Cazenovia, 8:00 AM.
Skaneateles 4th of July Parade in Skaneateles, 9:00 AM. Free.
Red, White, & Brews at Meier's Creek Brewing, Cazenovia, 11:30 AM.
2026 Official Syracuse 4th of July Bar Crawl starting at Wolff's Biergarten, 5:00 PM.
Syracuse Mets vs. Worcester + Post-Game Fireworks at NBT Bank Stadium, 6:35 PM.
Sunday, July 5
CNY Regional Market, 7:00 AM.
Freedom Eagle Syracuse 5K at Saw Mill Creek, Syracuse, 9:00 AM.
Fairy Garden Party at Candee's Tree Farm at Candee's Tree Farm, Phoenix, 10:30 AM.
Syracuse Mets vs. Worcester at NBT Bank Stadium, 1:05 PM.
Live Music with Michael Crissan at Beak & Skiff, Lafayette, 2:00 PM.
Level 1 Beginner Improv Class in Syracuse, 2:00 PM.
Wreath Making Workshop at Candee's Tree Farm, Phoenix, 2:30 PM.
Blues & Bayou - Sunday Blues Series at Onco Fermentations.
Sip Happens...An All White Affair at Rail Line, Syracuse, 3:00 PM.
Jazz Jam at Funk 'N Waffles, 3:00 PM.
Open Mic hosted by Attamizk & friends at Funk 'N Waffles, 7:00 PM.
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Things to Do in Syracuse FAQ
What is there to do in Syracuse, NY this week?
In any given week, Syracuse has live music at venues like Funk 'N Waffles, Middle Ages Brewing, and The Song and Dance, plus concerts at the Empower FCU Amphitheater and shows at the Oncenter and Landmark Theatre. Stand-up runs nightly at the Syracuse Funny Bone. Farmers markets, gallery openings at the Everson Museum of Art, trivia nights across CNY, and seasonal events at the NYS Fairgrounds round out a typical week. This page is refreshed every Monday with the upcoming week's full schedule.
What's happening in Syracuse this weekend?
Most weekends in Syracuse include the CNY Regional Market on Saturday mornings, live music at venues like Funk 'N Waffles, Middle Ages Brewing, and Harvey's Garden, weekend comedy at the Syracuse Funny Bone, and rotating events in Armory Square, Hanover Square, and Clinton Square. In warmer months, add outdoor shows at Beak & Skiff Apple Orchards, Critz Farms, and Onondaga Lake Park. The page above lists every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday event for the upcoming weekend.
Are there free events in Syracuse this week?
Yes. Free recurring activities in Syracuse include the Downtown Syracuse Farmers Market at Clinton Square on Tuesdays, free admission to the Everson Museum of Art on Wednesdays, weekly trivia nights at bars and breweries across CNY, and group run clubs. Outdoor concerts at Hanover Square, walking tours from the Erie Canal Museum, and most public library programming are also free. Check the page above for this week's full free lineup.
Where can I find live music in Syracuse?
The largest acts play the Empower FCU Amphitheater at Lakeview, the Landmark Theatre downtown, and the JMA Wireless Dome. Mid-size and touring indie acts regularly book Funk 'N Waffles, Middle Ages Brewing Co., The Song and Dance, Harvey's Garden, Pink Rock Culture Co-Op, and Salt City Coffee & Bar. Beak & Skiff Apple Orchards and Critz Farms run outdoor summer music series, and Bulfinch Tap House hosts smaller acoustic acts.
What areas around Syracuse does this event guide cover?
TLDR Syracuse covers events within about 30 minutes of downtown Syracuse. That includes Baldwinsville, Liverpool, Camillus, Cazenovia, DeWitt, Manlius, LaFayette, Skaneateles, Fayetteville, Jamesville, and the Inner Harbor. Major venues regularly featured include the NYS Fairgrounds, the CNY Regional Market, Beak & Skiff Apple Orchards in LaFayette, and Critz Farms in Cazenovia.
How often is this Syracuse events page updated?
This page is refreshed every Monday morning with the upcoming week's events across Syracuse and Central New York. The full list is also delivered to TLDR Syracuse newsletter subscribers via email each Monday alongside local news, business spotlights, and adoptable pets. The newsletter is free and takes about five minutes to read.
What are the best things to do in Syracuse for families?
Family-friendly options in the Syracuse area include the Rosamond Gifford Zoo at Burnet Park, the MOST (Milton J. Rubenstein Museum of Science & Technology) in Armory Square, the Erie Canal Museum, the Everson Museum of Art (free admission Wednesdays), Onondaga Lake Park, and seasonal trips to Beak & Skiff Apple Orchards or Critz Farms. The CNY Regional Market on Saturday mornings and rotating festivals at the NYS Fairgrounds are also reliable picks.
Where can I find trivia night in Syracuse?
Trivia runs almost every night of the week across Syracuse and CNY. Regular weekly hosts include Bigger Time Trivia at multiple bars and breweries, Meier's Creek Brewing in both Cazenovia and the Inner Harbor, Polled Ya So! at Electrik Karma, and themed bingo nights at The Song and Dance. For the full schedule of weekly trivia, see the TLDR Syracuse trivia guide.
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