The Finger Lakes

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  • 1. Balloon Fest

    About two dozen hot-air balloons participate in this annual three-day event held the second weekend in June. Live bands, balloon rides, and food and crafts vendors are part of the fun.

    Jamesville, New York, 13078, USA
    315-703--9620-Apr.–Sept.

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    Rate Includes: Free
  • 2. Empire Farm Days

    For three days every August, tens of thousands of farmers and hobby agriculturalists gather in a field filled with vendors promoting everything from giant tractors to alpaca fur. Food booths, operated by community not-for-profit groups, sell sausage sandwiches, ice cream, and other fare.

    2973 Rte. 414, Seneca Falls, New York, 13148, USA
    877-697--7837
  • 3. Finger Lakes Grassroots Festival

    The music ranges from Cajun and zydeco to African and reggae at this four-day festival that raises money to fight AIDS. The event is held in July on the fairgrounds. Limited tent and vehicle camping is available on-site.

    2150 Trumansburg Rd., Trumansburg, New York, 14886, USA
    607-387--5098

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    Rate Includes: Four-day pass $95--$125
  • 4. Great New York State Fair

    Nearly a million people visit the nearly two-week-long fair each year, making it one of the most popular events in upstate New York. The 375-acre fairground hosts world-class musical entertainment, carnival rides and games, international equestrian competitions, 4-H animal shows, butter-sculpting contests, and assorted vendors. Free daily entertainment includes concerts, circus acts, and more.

    581 State Fair Blvd., Syracuse, New York, 13209, USA
    315-487-7711

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    Rate Includes: $10, 12 days leading up to Labor Day
  • 5. Skaneateles Festival

    Chamber music reigns during the monthlong Skaneateles Festival, which starts in early August. Pianist Jon Nakamatsu is among the many other acclaimed musicians who have been featured in the program. Performances, ranging from $12 to $30, are held in First Presbyterian Church and at the Brook Farm estate.

    97 E. Genesee St., Skaneateles, New York, 13152, USA
    315-685--7418
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  • 6. Yates County Fair

    The fair, one of the oldest in the state, is held over five days in early July. Traditional activities include a demolition derby, amusement rides, kids' games, petting farms, 4-H exhibits, and various musical performers.

    2370 Old Rte. 14A, Penn Yan, New York, 14527, USA
    315-536--3791

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