
EVENTS
About
Central New York
Greater Binghamton (Broome)
Chenango
Herkimer
Madison
Oneida
Otsego
Schoharie
There's always something to do or see in the Central New York Region. From family-friendly entertainment to annual festivals bringing our rich history to life, check out all the colorful events happening here year round.
Central New York
Greater Binghamton (Broome)
Chenango
Herkimer
Madison
Oneida
Otsego
Schoharie
Central New York: May
5-1-2012
The Civil War Exhibit
Roberson Museum & Science Center 30 Front St
Binghamton‚ NY 13901
607-772-0660
Commemorating the 150th Anniversary of the Civil War with a grand exhibition. Open everyday, except Wednesdays-Sundays throughout 2012.
5-1-2012
Iroquois Indian Museum Arts Showcase & Festival
325 Caverns Road
Howe Cave‚ NY 12092
518-296-8949
2012 Exhibition: "Birds and Beasts in Beads: 150 Years of Iroquois Beadwork"
5-2-2012
Community Pride Day
Old Forge‚ NY 13420
Join in with your neighbors to clean up the roadsides and prepare for the beauty of the emerging spring greenery. Sponsored by the Central Adirondack Association. Phone 315-369-6983 for an assignment on the map for the Town of Webb and order your participation t-shirt size. Your t-shirt and lunch are provided free of charge.
5-3-2012
Fact & Film Series: Capitalism: A Love Story
Mohawk Valley Community College - Utica
‚ NY
Admission: $5 general, $2 faculty & staff, Free to MVCC students
5-3-2012
Racing at Vernon Downs
Vernon Downs Casino & Racing
‚ NY
POST TIME 6:55pm
5-3-2012
Cider Mill Playhouse -""Last of the Red Hot Lovers"
Cider Mill Playhouse 2 South Nanticoke Avenue
Endicott‚ NY 13760
607-748-7363
Middle-aged and married, Barney Cashman wants to join the sexual revolution before it's too late, and proceeds to arrange three seductions.
5-4-2012
First Friday Art Walk
Downtown Binghamton
Binghamton‚ NY 13901
607-723-5172
Visit over 45 downtown locations including galleries, studios, restaurants and shops. Celebrate Binghamton's growing art community. 6-9pm
5-5-2012
Allegro Run for the Arts
Council of the Arts 27 West Main Street
Norwich‚ NY
607-336-2787
This annual 5k run and walk is one of the premiere events in our area, with over 160 runners/walkers participating in 2011.
5-5-2012
UNDERWORLD
Capitol Theatre
‚ NY
With live musical accompaniment on the Capitol Grand Organ by Bernie Anderson, Jr.
5-5-2012
Rattlin' Bog
Unity Hall
‚ NY
Ever seeking pleasing harmonic consonanceÓ characterizes the musical aspiration of this Central New YorkÊ based musical group Rattlin' Bog - currently comprised ofÊ Rick Kincaid, Joe Rowlands ÊDan Sargent, John Brett and Mike Carroll. Over a period of 25
5-5-2012
Romeo & Juliet
Museum of Art Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute
‚ NY
A Hilarious Audience Participation Show presented by the DuffleBag Theatre Company.Shows at 11am and 1pm
5-5-2012
Spring Migration Nature Art and Green Living Fair
8375 North Main Street
Canastota‚ NY 13032
315-697-2950
Our 12th Annual Spring Migration Festival will feature acclaimed wildlife artists, environmental and conservation displays, live animal demonstrations, tours, games, entertainment, and much more. Keep checking back for more details.
5-5-2012
NYS Collegiate Rowing Championships
Dorchester Park Route 26 North
Whitney Point‚ NY 13862
607-274-1266
30 NY Colleges & Universities particpate to crown the NY Champion.
5-5-2012
NY Power Authority - Spring Hike
1378 State Route 30
N Blenheim‚ NY 12131
800-724-0309
5-6-2012
Don Cantwell & the Clef Dwellers
Remsen Arts Center
‚ NY
Featured performer- trombonist Mark Kellogg
5-6-2012
Greater Binghamton Bridge Run Half Marathon & 5K
NYSEG Stadium 211 Henry Street
Binghamton‚ NY 13901
607-772-8860
This race will showcase 4 of the area's historic bridges.
5-10-2012
Cabaret
Rome Community Theatre
‚ NY
Curtain:Thurs-Sat- 7:30pmSun2:30pm
5-10-2012
RACC Art Exhibition
Rome Art and Community Center
‚ NY
Gallery One- Catherine Powers-O'neil Gallery Two -Lydia Benscher Library Gallery- Valerie Fuller
5-11-2012
m-pact (music) - A Special Mother's Day Show
Council of the Arts 27 West Main Street
Norwich‚ NY
607-336-2787
Hailed as "one of the best pop-jazz vocal groups in the world" by San Francisco Chronicle.
5-11-2012
The ApologetiX
Capitol Theatre
‚ NY
The ApologetiX (That Christian Parody Band) specializes in biblical parodies of classic and modern rock and pop hits. It's kind of like "Weird Al" Yankovic meets Billy Graham.
5-12-2012
8th Annual Northeast National Pastel Exhibition
3273 State Route 28
Old Forge‚ NY 13420
315-369-6411
This art exhibit will be on display at View until June 30, 2012. The Northeast National Pastel Exhibition features artwork from renowned pastel artists from all across the United States and Canada. Marvel at the versatility and vibrancy of paintings created using pastel, and discover why it is such an exciting medium for artists everywhere. Whether you are familiar with pastels or if this is your first pastel exhibition, you will experience artwork sure to delight and surprise. Admission $8 /$4 members and groups of 6+/Children under 12 free.
5-12-2012
Gallery Walk About with Alain Picard
3273 State Route 28
Old Forge‚ NY 13420
315-369-6411
Alain will lead a group discussion about paintings displayed in the 2012 exhibition at View from 9:30 - 11am. He will cover a wide range of topics using original artwork as a visual, providing specific examples as well as inspiration for audience members. Alain's experience and knowledge as a leading pastelist, make this event mandatory for anyone with a passion for pastels. A homemade brunch buffet will be provided. $10 members & exhibiting artists/$15 for not-yet-members ($5 discount when you attend the Portrait Demonstration)
5-12-2012
Portrait Demonstration & Decadent Desserts with Alain Picard
3273 State Route 28
Old Forge‚ NY 134320
315-369-6411
Alain will demonstrate to a live audience his technique for portrait painting at View from 7-9pm. He recently gave a very well-received demonstration at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, during their Pastel Portraits: Images of 18th-Century Europe. This is your opportunity to learn about pastels and portraits, painlessly, while sampling exotic pastries and desserts. $10 members & exhibiting artists/$15 for not-yet-members ($5 discount when you attend the Gallery Walk About).
5-12-2012
Mother's Day Celebration & Vintage Fashion Show
Earlville Opera House Arts Cafe 18 East Main Street
Earlville‚ NY
315-691-3550
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Decadent desserts in the themes of Chocolate, Orange, Lemon and Raspberry will be served with our special Mother's Day Tea blend. The "Welcome to Paris" (say "Paree"!) fashion show begins at 2:30 with models wearing outfits from the '40s to the '80s.
5-12-2012
Russion Rapture: Rachmaninoff & Tchaikovsky
Museum of Art Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute
‚ NY
A Keyboard Conversation with Jeffrey Siegel
5-12-2012
Run for the RACC
Rome Art and Community Center
‚ NY
5K run, 1 & 3 mile Walk and a Kid's Fun Run
5-12-2012
Mayfaire on the Green Renaissance Festival
The Village Green
‚ NY
Merriment and Mayhem
5-12-2012
Hairspray
Goodrich Theatre, SUNY Oneonta
Oneonta‚ NY 13820
The 1950s are out, and the 60s are roaring into Baltimore. Can an adolescent manage to vanquish the princess of The Corny Collins Show, integrate the TV show and find true love--without mussing her hair??
5-13-2012
Howe Caverns - Mother's Day Brunch
255 Discovery Drive
Howe Cave‚ NY 12092
518-296-8900
5-18-2012
Paddlefest
Old Forge Lakefront
Old Forge‚ NY 13420
315-369-6983
America's largest on-water sale of canoes and kayaks! Mountainman Outdoor Supply Company is proud to present Adirondack Paddlefest 2012 in Old Forge, New York. Adirondack Paddlefest is the largest on-water canoe and kayak sale in the country and features over 75 of the leading manufacturers of canoes, kayaks, and accessories. Over 1,000 canoes and kayaks will be on sale all weekend at special show prices. There will also be big savings on paddling accessories and outdoor gear. The event "couldn't be more convenient to millions of Americans" according to Canoe and Kayak Magazine, and you won't find a better place to purchase a new canoe or kayak, or to outfit the boat you already have. Our on-water location on the Old Forge lakefront offers a large beach for test paddling, close accommodations and restaurants, and ample parking. Paddlefest has the largest selection of canoes and kayaks on sale anywhere in the northeast. It also features continuous on-water paddling, clinics, demos, lectures, slide shows, food and fun for the whole family. Leading manufacturers will be on hand. Factory reps and industry experts will help get you on the water with right canoe, kayak and equipment. Special guest speakers will discuss and demonstrate paddling technique, trip preparation and paddling destinations.
5-18-2012
Spartacus
The Stanley
‚ NY
performed by the Moscow Ballet Theatre
5-18-2012
Beatlemania Magic!
Capitol Theatre
‚ NY
"Beatlemania Magic" a tribute to the Beatles, recreates theÊmagic of "Beatlemania". A national touring Beatles Tribute band recreating the early Beatles concerts with identical costumes, equipment and spot-on harmonies.
5-18-2012
Cabaret
Rome Community Theatre
‚ NY
Curtain: Fri-Sat 7:30pmSun2:30pm
5-18-2012
Rod Serling Video Festival
Helen Foley Theater, Binghamton High School 31 Main Street
Binghamton‚ NY 13905
607-762-8202
A state wide filmaking competition for students K-12 that promotes the use of video arts & technology.
5-19-2012
Reel Paddling Film Festival
3273 State Route 28
Old Forge‚ NY 13420
315-369-6411
Rapid Media's 7th annual Reel Paddling Film Festival showcases the world's best paddling films to audiences in Canada, United States and around the world. The festival inspires more people to explore rivers, lakes and oceans, push physical and emotional extremes, embrace the lifestyle and appreciate the heritage of the wild places we paddle. The Reel Paddling Film Festival is a film contest awarding winning films in 10 categories. Admission prices $15/$12 in advance online/$10 Students.
5-19-2012
Loretta Lynn's Area Qualifier w/district 3 MX
Unadilla Valley Sports Center 5986 State Highway 8
New Berlin‚ NY
607-965-8450
The Area Qualifiers serve as the first step in qualifying for the world's largest and most prestigious amateur motocross championship.
5-19-2012
Annual Fishing Heritage Day
DEC's Fish Hatchery State Hwy 26
South Otselic‚ NY
315-653-7490
Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Hatchery tours, DEC led fishing clinics for children, Trout Unlimited fly tying lessons, fishing in the pond/river, exhibits at the Center; arts and crafts, antiques, authors, live music and food in the town park.
5-19-2012
NY Power Authority - Victorian Tea at Lansing Manor
1378 State Route 30
N Blenheim‚ NY 12131
800-724-0309
5-20-2012
Running Hall of Fame Half Marathon
National Distance Running Hall of Fame
‚ NY
Also a 2 person relay and a 5K
5-25-2012
General Clinton Canoe Regatta-50th Anniversary
General Clinton Park
Bainbridge‚ NY
607-967-8700
Enjoy four days of arts and crafts, entertainment and mid-way rides. The Regatta culminates Memorial Day with a 70-mile endurance race from Cooperstown to Bainbridge, the world's longest single-day flat water marathon canoe race. *NEW* An Inaugural induction of the first 12 members of the General Clinton Hall of Fame.
5-25-2012
Blue Man Group
The Stanley
‚ NY
A Broadway Theater League Production: Matinee Saturday at 2pm
5-25-2012
50th Annual General Clinton Canoe Regatta
Susquehanna River
Bainbridge‚ NY
Imagine paddling a canoe 70 miles in one day, challenging the elements and testing your endurance levels against the unpredictable Susquehanna River...and after enjoy the fair at the regatta grounds in Bainbridge NY.
5-25-2012
Howe Caverns - Discovery Days
255 Discovery Drive
Howe Cave‚ NY 12092
518-296-8900
5-26-2012
Polkafest USA
Hiltebrant Recreation Center
Old Forge‚ NY 13420
315-369-5456
Featuring four nationally known Polka bands, Polish and American food and beverages.
5-26-2012
Annual Antique Auto Show & Flea Market
Chenango County Fairgrounds 168 East Main St
Norwich‚ NY
607-336-7337
Hours: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday: Muscle cars
Sunday: Antique Cars
Antique car collection, flea market, food, entertainment and more.
5-26-2012
Sharon Springs Garden Party
Village of Sharon Springs
Sharon Springs‚ NY 13459
518-284-2884
5-27-2012
John & Jen, an American Musical
3273 State Route 28
Old Forge‚ NY 13420
315-369-6411
Celebrate Memorial Day Weekend and pay tribute to our brave soldiers and their courageous families with this award winning musical. This is the story of Jen and her relationships with the two Johns of her life: her younger brother, who was killed in Vietnam, and his namesake, her son who is trying to find his way in a confusing world. John & Jen is a tour-de-force for two actors who take them from childhood, through adolescence and beyond. John & Jen is a musical about connections, commitments and the healing of the human heart. Performed by Adirondack Lakes Center for the Arts. $10 General Admission.
5-28-2012
Afternoon Racing at the Downs
Vernon Downs Casino & Racing
‚ NY
Harness racing at its finest!
5-29-2012
Iroquois Indian Museum - Artist in Residence
324 Caverns Road
Howe Cave‚ NY 12092
518-296-8949
Carla Hemlock, Mohawk quilter and Babe Hemlock, Mohawk painter
5-30-2012
Old Stone Fort Decoration Day
145 Fort Road
Schoharie‚ NY 12157
518-295-7192
5-31-2012
Sherburne Pageant of Bands
Downtown Sherburne
Sherburne‚ NY
607-674-7337
This pageant is recognized as the largest, oldest and most respected band pageant in New York State. Jazz and small Ensemble competitions are scheduled for Thursday, May 31st and Friday, June 1st beginning at 4:00pm. Concert Band, Cadence, and Parade competitions will be held on Saturday, June 2nd at 1:00 p.m.
5-31-2012
Racing at Vernon Downs
Vernon Downs Casino & Racing
‚ NY
POST TIME 6:55pm
