Weekly digest of local news, community events, civic updates, and everything else happening in Canandaigua.
Fall Gardening Forum - October 10 @ Sonnenberg Garden Sonnenberg Gardens is pleased to host Mina Vescera, Nursery/Landscape Specialist with Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County. Mina will present two one-hour talks on building plant communities i...
Read this edition Week of 10/8/26: Trivia Night, Reiki Meditation, Garden Forum, & More!
Mug Club Nights - September 25 @ Star Cider Mug Club Members can kick off Friday nights each month with live music, $5 drafts, $8 cocktails, limited small-batch cider releases, and free v...
Read Week of 9/24/26: Art Walk, Book Fair, Mug Club, & More!
Canandaigua Rising In Unity - August 8 @ Downtown Canandaigua Join the community as they come together in harmony to set a new world record and uplift our community through unity, wellnes...
Read Week of 8/6/26: Lakeside Pilates, School Supply Drive, Mimosa Brunch, & More!
Canandaigua Lakefront Art Show - July 25 & 26 @ Kershaw Park Discover original artwork, handmade crafts, jewelry, ceramics, photography, and more from talented regional artists at the Lak...
Read Week of 7/23/26: Ontario County Fair Fun, Cooking Classes, Puzzle Competition, & More!
Discover Boating Freedom - July 11 @ Seager Marine Join Freedom Boat Club for Coffee Cruises on Saturday, July 11 from 9 a.m. to noon at 811 S. Main Street in Canandaigua, where guests ca...
Read Week of 7/9/2026: Producer Masterclass, Community Theatre, Playground Cleanup, & More!
Parade - July 4 @ Main Street Canandaigua Kick off is at 10AM, going from the Main Street and Ontario Street intersection, all the way to the Lake Front! Over 75 units and organizations p...
Read Week of 7/2/26: Parade Info, Fireworks at Outhouse Park, Live Music, & More!
Arts At The Gardens - June 27 & 28 @ Sonnenberg Gardens Celebrate the 25th annual Arts At The Gardens, featuring fine handmade artwork from talented artisans, live music, and access to th...
Read Week of 6/26/26: Mimosa Brunch, Growers Showcase, Pilates, & More!
Canandaigua Antique Show - June 20 @ Canandaigua Civic Center The Canandaigua Antique Show has over 60 dealers showcasing furniture, garden decor, folk art, vintage clothing, estate jewel...
Read Week of 6/18/26: Father's Day Fun, Live Music, Antiques, & More!
Patio Party - June 13 @ The Finger Lakes Public House Night Train is bringing high-energy live music to Finger Lakes Public House for an unforgettable summer evening. Gather with friends,...
Read Week of 6/11/26: Chicken BBQ Fundraiser, Dockside Pilates, Music in the Park, & More!
Canandaigua In Bloom - June 6 @ Downtown Canandaigua Celebrate the arrival of spring in Downtown Canandaigua as the historic district bursts into bloom with vibrant flowers, outdoor dinin...
Read Week of 6/4/26: Sip & Stroll, Dockside Yoga, Taco Tuesday, & More!
Canandaigua Coin Show - May 30 @ American Legion Post 256 To celebrate its 65th anniversary and the Nation's Semiquincentennial, the Ontario County Coin Club is hosting the Canandaigua Co...
Read Week of 5/29/26: Coin Show, Summer Kick Off Party, Sound Bath at the YMCA & More!
Memorial Day Weekend at Star Cider - May 22 thru 25 @ Star Cider Kick off the summer season with food and drink specials and live music at Star Cider this weekend! Wineries Without Walls ...
Read Week of 5/21/26: Trivia Night, Parade Info, Chicken BBQ, & More!
Sip Into Summer - May 16 @ Inspire Moore Winery Kick off summer in the Finger Lakes 12–4 PM at Inspire Moore Winery, featuring tastings from all nine Canandaigua Lake Wine Trail wineries,...
Read Week of 5/14/26: Farm Fair, Wine Tastings, International Festival, & More!
Spring Into Fun Weekends - May @ Star Cider Shake off the winter blues at Spring Family Fun Weekends at the cidery, happening Fridays through Sundays from 12–8 PM on May 8–10, with live m...
Read Week of 5/7/26: Mother's Day Events, Boat Show, Rain Barrel Class, & More!
Spring Into Fun Weekends - May @ Star Cider Shake off the winter blues at Spring Family Fun Weekends at the cidery, happening Fridays through Sundays from 12–8 PM on May 1–3, and May 8–10...
Read Week of 4/30/26: Spring Festivities, Craft & Garden Market, Trivia Night, & More!
Girl Scout Cookie & Beer Pairing - April 24 @ Reinvention Brewing Company The 9th Annual Girl Scout Cookie & Beer Pairing returns, featuring thoughtfully crafted pairings of three 5-ounce...
Read Week Of 4/23/26: Spring Fun, Trivia Night, Orchid Show, & More!
Autism Acceptance Fair - April 18 @ Canandaigua Civic Center The Ontario County Autism Acceptance Fair brings families together for a welcoming community event focused on connection, incl...
Read Week of 4/16/26: Spring Festival, Trivia Night, Cider Yoga, & More!
Pancake Breakfast - April 11 @ Charlie Riedels Kick off the season with a community pancake breakfast fundraiser featuring raffle prizes, program updates, and a chance to meet participant...
Read Week of 4/9/26: Bowl-A-Thon Fundraiser, Last Winter Market, Trivia Night, & More!
Kiwanis Easter Egg Hunt - March 28 @ Canandaigua Primary School The Kiwanis Club of Canandaigua Easter Egg Hunt features 9,000 eggs, great prizes, and a special appearance by the Easter B...
Read Week of 3/26/26: Gnome Hunt, Easter Festivities, Health Reset, & More!
Wood Library Mini Golf - March 20-21 @ Wood Library Enjoy a round of indoor mini golf at Wood Library during this two-day fundraiser featuring 18 sponsor-decorated holes, prizes, raffles,...
Read Week of 3/20/26: Mini Golf at Wood Library, Family Fun Night, Live Local Music, & More!
Women Who Rock - March 13 @ Club Remedy, Fingerlakes Gaming & Racetrack Enjoy a high-energy tribute show from The Uptown Groove celebrating the powerhouse female artists who have shaped t...
Read Week of 3/12/26: Live Music at Club Remedy, Sip & Stroll, Trivia, & More!
Stillness & Stretch - March 6 @ Synergy Social Wellness Unwind at the end of the week with a gentle practice combining slow stretching, calming breathwork, guided meditation, and sound-su...
Read Week of 3/5/26: Hot Cocoa Flights, Guided Meditation, Chef and Sip Challenge, & More!
FLX Trivia Night - February 28 @ The Sand Bar at The Lakehouse Canandaigua Enjoy a fun, free trivia night every Saturday at The Sand Bar at The Lakehouse on Canandaigua. FLX Trivia hosts ...
Read Week of 2/26/26: Women's History Month Happy Hour, Chess Night at Rio, Live Music, & More!
Upcoming Events FLX Trivia Night - February 14 @ The Sand Bar at The Lakehouse Canandaigua Enjoy a fun, free trivia night every Saturday at The Sand Bar at The Lakehouse on Canandaigua. F...
Read Week of 2/12/26: Women's Circle, Beer Pairing, Trivia Night, and More!
FLX Trivia Night - February 7 @ The Sand Bar at The Lakehouse Canandaigua Enjoy a fun, free trivia night every Saturday at The Sand Bar at The Lakehouse on Canandaigua. FLX Trivia hosts a...
Read Week of 2/6/26: Wellness Retreat, Sparkling Wine Class, Valentine's Day, & More!
Live Music, Hey Mabel - January 31 @ Remedy, Finger Lakes Gaming & Racetrack Hey Mabel makes their debut at Remedy at Finger Lakes Gaming and Racetrack with a high-energy mix of rock, blu...
Read Week of 1/29/26: Mimosa Brunch (Rescheduled!), Live Music, Trivia Night Fun, & More!
Winter Wonderland Fun - January 23 @ Sands YMCA Bring the whole family for a frosty good time with indoor snowball fights, make-your-own snow dough, wintery make-and-take treats, and more...
Read Week of 1/23/26: Indoor Family Fun, Tavern Off Main Reopening, Unlimited Mimosa Brunch, & More!
Meyer & McGuire Concert - January 16 @ Aqualino Wine Cellars Enjoy a laid-back night of live music, great company, and excellent wine, beer, and spirits at Acquilano Wine Cellars—no cover...
Read Week of 1/15/26: Date Night Fun, Live Music, Women's Workshop, & More!
Cabin Fever Winter Party - January 10 @ Peacemaker Brewing Company Join Hot Wire Bluegrass in Peacemaker Brewing’s cozy Winter Tent for an afternoon of live music, dancing, and great craf...
Read Week of 1/7/2026: Live Music, ChocoVino Festival, Winter Market, & More!
Holiday Family Feud - December 17 @ Star Cider Trivia Night invites families to test their holiday knowledge and friendly competitiveness in a festive, game-show–style event. Enjoy spiced...
Read Week of 12/17/25: Trivia Night, Ugly Sweater Party, Winter Solstice Event, & More!
Breakfast with Santa - Multiple Dates @ The Lakehouse on Canandaigua Enjoy a festive breakfast and visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus and experience a morning of holiday cheer, sweet treats,...
Read Week of 12/10/25: Sparkle & Sleigh Soiree, Local Live Music, Holiday Cork Crafting, & More!
Hallmark Holiday Open House - December 5-7 @ Downtown Canandaigua Stroll the beautifully decorated streets and support local independent businesses for one of a kind gifts, personalized c...
Read Week of 12/3/25: Hallmark Holiday Downtown, Breakfast with Santa, Festival of Trees, & More!
Canandaigua Turkey Trot - November 27 @ Baker Park The Arc Ontario’s annual Turkey Trot brings families and friends together for a fun 5K run or walk in support of programs that help indi...
Read Week of 11/26/25: Cheese Making, Holiday Market, Illuminate Light Parade, and More!
Pursapalooza - November 22 @ Wood Library The Pursapalooza at Wood Library is a festive “purse party” fundraiser featuring a curated showroom of designer bags, totes, clutches and wallets...
Read Week of 11/21/25: Downtown Sip & Stroll, Parade Watch Party, Pursapalooza, and More!
Christkindle Market - November 14 -16 @ Granger Homestead The Christkindl Market brings together more than 150 regional artisans and food vendors in decorated, heated tents, offering holi...
Read Week of 11/14/25: Christkindl Market Opens, Live Music at the Raceway, Book Club at the Wine Cellar, and More!
Christkindl Dinner & Dance - November 8 @ Granger Homestead Enjoy dinner by KiX on Main followed by live music and dancing with The Skycoasters. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., tickets are $35, ...
Read Week of 11/7/25: Tap & Craft Festival, Open Tech Hours, Christkindl at Granger, & More!
Brews & Boos Night - November 1 @ Gem Creek Brewing Company Join Gem Creek Brewing Co. for Brews & Boos Night, featuring a costume contest, giveaways, and limited-edition Halloween merch....
Read Week of 10/31/25: Brews & Boos, Fiddlers at Fort Hill, Kiwanis Spaghetti Dinner, and More!Fall Into Canandaigua - October 25 @ Downtown Canandaigua Enjoy a day full of fall fun in downtown Canandaigua with the Farmers’ Market, kids’ activities, live entertainment, and family-f...
Read Week of 10/23/25: Downtown Fall Festival, Trunk or Treats, and Halloween Fest at Lincoln Hill Farms!Book Sale - October 18 @ Wood Library The Wood Library Book Sale offers a wide selection of books for all ages, along with DVDs, music CDs, and audiobooks. $5 per bag, open to the public....
Read Week of 10/16/25: Book Sale, Cooking Classes, Fall Festivals, & More!15th Annual Fall Garden Symposium - October 11 @ Sonnenberg Garden The Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansion State Historic Park will host the 15th Annual Fall Garden Symposium featuring horticult...
Read Week of 10/9/25: Garden Symposium, Oktoberfest, Downtown Pop Up Trunk Show, & More!Fall Festival - Now through October 26 @ Pick’n Patch Fall Fest runs through October 26 and offers a full lineup of seasonal fun: pumpkin patches, apple picking, sunflowers, themed weeken...
Read Week Of 10/2/25: Gallery Opening, Cemetery Walk, Movie Night, and More!Central on Main - September 27 @ Downtown Canandaigua The Michael Yacci Trio will perform live at The Central on Main in downtown Canandaigua. They’ll play a mix of pop, rock, and soul mu...
Read Week of 9/26/25: Live Music, Learn to Brew Kombucha, Fall Foliage Sky Rides, and More!Sip and Stroll - September 20 @ Downtown Canandaigua Explore Downtown Canandaigua while enjoying tastings from local breweries, wineries, and distilleries paired with delicious small bite...
Read Week of 9/18/25: Fall Fun, Historic Walking Tour, Craft Classes & More!Central on Main Back 2 School Bash - September 12 @ Downtown Canandaigua Kick off the new school year with a free, fun-filled family night from 5:00–8:00 PM at The Central on Main, featur...
Read Week of 9/11/25: Sip and Stroll, Farmers Market, Blues & Brews, and More!John Mulaney - September 6 @ CMAC John Mulaney: Mister Whatever will take the stage at CMAC in Canandaigua with doors opening at 5:30 p.m. and the show beginning at 7 p.m.; this reserved‑...
Read Week of 9/4/25: Back to School, Comedy at CMAC, Upcoming Knights 5K, and More!Heart - August 29 @ CMAC Doors opening at 6:30 p.m., show starts at 8 p.m. The event features special guest Todd Rundgren and offers optional upgrades like the KeyBank Headliner Lounge, p...
Read Week of 8/28/25: Live Music at CMAC, Jam Canning, Open Tech Hours, and More!Moonlight Stroll - Thursdays @ Sonnenberg Gardens Moonlight Strolls is a family-friendly evening event featuring music in the moonlit gardens of Sonnenberg, with gates opening at 6:30 pm....
Read Week of 8/21/25: Festival Time, Legend Bonnie Raitt comes to CMAC, Paddleboard Yoga, and More!Central On Main - August 14 & 16 @ Downtown Canandaigua The Central on Main transforms a former parking lot into a vibrant outdoor dining venue featuring food from local restaurants, a ba...
Read Week of 8/15/25: Ice Cream Social, Therapy Dog at the Library, Sublime Concert, and More!Pageant of Steam - August 6-9 @ NY Steam Engine Association Enjoy this four-day festival featuring antique steam engines, tractor pulls, fleamarkets, live music, craft shows, and machiner...
Read Week of 8/7/25: Murder Mystery, Live Music Outside, Steam Engine Festival, and More!Central on Main - August 2 @ Downtown Canandaigua The Central on Main transforms a former parking lot into a vibrant outdoor dining venue featuring food from local restaurants, a bar, and...
Read Week of 7/31/25: Moonlight Stroll to Music, Robot Coders for Teens, Train Comes to CMAC, and more!Recent News Canandaigua City Council Update The Canandaigua City Council unanimously approved a memorandum of understanding with the Canandaigua Area Development Corporation to develop th...
Read Week of 7/24/25: Outdoor Dining and Live Music, Summer Workshop for Teens, Margarita & Mimosa Bar Crawl, and More!Recent News Crackdown on Illegal Swimming The Canandaigua Police Department is launching a strict enforcement campaign to stop illegal swimming in restricted areas around Kershaw Park, La...
Read Week of 7/17/25: Paddleboard Yoga, Art & Music Festival fun, Looking Out for Algae, and More!Recent News Firefighters Battle Railroad Tie Blaze in Canandaigua On Saturday morning, firefighters tackled a challenging blaze involving railroad ties near West Gibson. Crews worked tire...
Read Week of 7/10/25: Brad Paisley at CMAC, New Lakefront Development, Railroad Tie Fire, and More