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Hiking Trails Close to Niagara Falls
Get your heart pumping from these mesmerizing views

Maid of the Mist Boat Rides
A unique way to "explore the roar" and get as close to the famous falls as possible

Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree
For over eight decades, the Christmas Tree at the Rockefeller Center has stood as a holiday beacon for New Yorkers

Christmas Markets
New York City markets will help you get into the festive spirit and buy some presents for the whole family

Total Solar Eclipse
Some spots on Earth wait for the moment of solar totality for hundreds or even thousands of years. To capture a spectacle, you have to be truly lucky

New York Renaissance Faire
Are you ready to escape modern reality?

The Great New York State Fair
Discover lots of delicious food, exciting competitions, exhibits, and thrilling entertainment at the oldest state fair in the U.S.

Eternal Flame Falls
The eternal fight or rather a cooperation of the two natural powers of water and fire at the Eternal Flame Falls

Niagara Falls Marathon
The challenge that's worth a place on your bucket list

Feast of San Gennaro
Eat the best Italian food, watch colorful parades, and attend free concerts

Lake George Winter Carnival
A family-friendly month-long celebration of winter

Saranac Lake Winter Carnival
Celebrate winter in the picturesque Adirondack region

Hamburg Fairgrounds Festival of Lights
The largest holiday festival in western New York State

National Buffalo Wing Festival
One of the best food festivals in the U.S. celebrating iconic chicken wings

Niagara Falls 4th of July Fireworks, Parades & Events
Amazing fireworks, special excursions, and lots of activities for the whole family

National Puerto Rican Day Parade
One of the largest cultural celebrations in the U.S.

Winter Birds
Every winter, the Niagara River becomes a shelter for countless gulls, canvasback, ducks, geese, swans, and other waterfowl

Skiing and Snowboarding near NYC: The Catskill Mountains
Winter destinations in Upstate New York offer a decent amount of snow for a weekend getaway

The Catskill Mountains (The Catskills)
Hundreds of trails, dozens of waterfalls and picturesque lakes in upstate New York

Beach Season on Long Island
The favorite summer getaway for wealthy Manhattan residents, celebrities, and hipsters

Adirondack Lakes
Thousands of pristine lakes are known as the jewels of the Adirondack region of New York

Mount Marcy
The highest summit of New York is the most popular hiking destination in the Adirondack's high peaks

Hudson Valley Hot-Air Balloon Festival
A massive summer ballooning event in Upstate New York

Cambridge Valley Balloon Festival
Welcome to a fantastic ballooning occasion held at the Cambridge Central School

Ice Tsunami
Surreal walls of broken ice occasionally pile up on lake shores

Adirondack Balloon Festival
Admire the foliage of the scenic Lake George area from a hot air balloon

Skiing in the Adirondacks and Lake Placid Region
Discover some of the best ski resorts in the Northeast

Cooperstown Winter Carnival
Join winter fun activities on the bank of beautiful Otsego Lake

Syracuse Winterfest
Check out one of Central New York's coolest traditions from 1985

Baltimore Oriole
Attracted by fruits and nectar, these birds are often spotted in the gardens

Bash Bish Falls
One of the most beautiful New England waterfalls

Ithaca Falls
Plan a picnic by one of the state's best waterfalls

Saratoga Balloon & BBQ Festival
Over 30 balloons and some of the best food vendors in New York is a perfect summer weekend formula

Wellsville Balloon Rally
Witness 35 hot air balloons gracefully float above the fields of Allegany County

Dansville Balloon Festival
Each Labor Day weekend, the skies above the Dansville Airport are decorated with colorful hot air balloons

Jones Beach Air Show (Bethpage Air Show)
Watch the amazing United States Navy Blue Angels over Long Island

Thunder on the Buffalo Waterfront Air Show
The magnificent Blue Angels of the U.S. Navy flying over Buffalo

ZooBrew
Live music, drinks, and delicious food at Seneca Park Zoo

Penfield 4th of July Fireworks & Parade
Check out one of the 4th of July celebrations in Monroe County, NY

Manlius 4th of July Fireworks Parade and Events
Check out the 4th of July in a town in Onondaga County, east of Syracuse

Pageant of Steam
Visit a huge outdoor display of operating farm machinery, dating back to the early 1900s

Nyack Springfest Street Fair
A legendary celebration of spring, food, and shopping

Boonville Oneida County Fair
The annual showcase of agriculture and plenty of traditional fun

Letchworth State Park Fall Foliage
Don't miss one of New York's most beautiful fall destinations

Hudson Highlands State Park Fall Foliage
Discover some of the most scenic views in the Hudson Valley

Lake Placid Fall Foliage
The jewel of the Adirondacks looks the most beautiful in the fall

Capital Holiday Lights in the Park
Get into the holiday spirit with family and friends in Albany Washington Park

Clayton Christmas Parade
A beautiful parade and fireworks by Cape Vincent and Alexandria Bay

Christmas in the Country in Hamburg, NY
This four-day extravaganza is an amazing opportunity to purchase something truly unique for your beloved ones

Festival of Lights at Otsiningo Park
Over a hundred animated displays to get you into the Christmas spirit

LuminoCity Festival
Magical immersive light festival and installations show in the park

Spiedie Fest
Impressive hot air balloons, family entertainment, and three nights of concerts

Hudson Valley Pirate Festival
A themed, family-friendly festival by the Wallkill River

Wings Over Batavia
Don't think airshows can be family-friendly? Try this event!

New York Capital District Renaissance Festival
Escape modern reality to the Indian Ladder Farms in Altamont

Sterling Renaissance Festival
One of Cayuga County's best summer attractions, held since 1976

Rochester International Jazz Festival
Join thousands of jazz fans at this resplendent music fest

New York Faerie Festival
Embrace the opportunity to become someone else at the resplendent celebration, shrouded in enchantment and mystery

LaFayette Apple Festival
A fun-filled celebration of the fall harvest and nature's bounty

Hilton Apple Fest
The annual tradition, luring 50,000 apple foodies from across the state and beyond

Niagara County Peach Festival in Lewiston
Explore the world of peach cakes, pies, and shortcakes at the annual fruit extravaganza

Ithaca Apple Festival
Get a sense of fall at this vibrant harvest festival

Naples Grape Festival
Grape pies, jelly, and, most importantly, wines are at the heart of this event in the Finger Lakes region