Canine Carnival, Jordan Fall Festival, Festa Italiana, Hop Fest: 20 things to do in CNY

Another very busy weekend in Central New York.

Besides a Thomas Rhett concert at the Lakeview Amphitheater and another Syracuse University football game, the Jordan Fall Festival, downtown Syracuse’s Festa Italiana, Madison County Hop Fest, Taste of Baldwinsville, and Auburn’s Art in the Park events all take place.

You and your best four-legged friends are invited to the annual Canine Carnival at Jamesville Beach.

Syracuse Stage kicks off its new season and Jazz-n-Caz brings cool music all over Cazenovia for three nights.

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Canine Carnival

Annabelle Donaldson, 2, of Liverpool, holds on to her dog during the Canine Carnival at Jamesville Beach Park, in 2017 Scott Schild | sschild@syracuse.com SYRSYR

Canine Carnival

Over the previous ten years the Canine Carnival, started by local meteorologist Wayne Mahar as a tribute to his mom, has raised nearly a quarter of a million of dollars for CNY animal rescues. This year’s event takes place on Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Jamesville Beach Park. Bring your best four-legged friend for a fun day out with entertainment and vendors. Visit caninecarnival.org for more information and to purchase tickets. All proceeds from tickets sales are donated to local animal rescues.

Where: Jamesville Beach Park, 3992 Apulia Road, Jamesville.

When: Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

How much: $5

Thomas Rhett The Center Point Road Tour 2021 - Wantagh, NY

WANTAGH, NEW YORK - AUGUST 26: Thomas Rhett performs at Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater on August 26, 2021 in Wantagh, New York. (Photo by Kevin Kane/Getty Images)Getty Images

Thomas Rhett and Cole Swindell

After three postponements, country music superstar finally brings his “Center Point Road Tour” to the St. Joseph’s Health Amphitheater at Lakeview on Thursday night at 7: 30 p.m. Opening acts include Cole Swindell and Conner Smith. All tickets from the previous dates will be honored. For more info and to purchase tickets, go to www.asmsyracuse.com/events/2021/thomasrhett2021.

Where: 490 Restoration Way, Syracuse

When: Thursday, from 7: 30 p.m.

How much: Tickets start at $35.

Jordan Fall Festival

The Jordan Fall Festival returns this weekend for its 75th edition. The greased pole will be back. Dennis Nett | dnett@syracuse.com SYRSYR

Jordan Fall Festival

For 75 years the Jordan Fall Festival has been a family favorite. Come out this year from Friday through Sunday for an arts and crafts tent, car, bike, and truck show, live music, children’s activities, and, of course, the famous greased pole climb. There will be plenty of food choices as well. The event is free to attend. Visit villageofjordan.org/festival-information for more information.

Where: 25 North Beaver Street, Jordan

When: Friday from 5-9 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Sunday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

How much: Free to attend

Hop Fest

- The Madison County Hop Fest, now in its 25th year, will celebrate the “past, present, prosperous future” of the hop industry in the county and throughout New York State. Courtesy of Madison County Historical SocietyCourtesy of Madison County Histo

Madison County Hop Fest

The Madison County Hop Fest, now in its 25th year, will celebrate the “past, present, prosperous future” of the hop industry in the county and throughout New York State. On Saturday, take in programs about hop culture, home brewing demonstrations, history lessons, vendors and farmers, live music, raffles, and the crowning of a Hop King. The event is free except for the Craft Beer Sampling on Saturday ($35). The event runs from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Everyone attending must provide proof of vaccination. Visit madisoncountyhopfest.org for more information.

Where: 435 Main Street, Oneida

When: Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

How much: Free to attend, craft beer sampling is $35.

Festa Italiana

Food is the main focus during annual the Festa Italiana in downtown Syracuse. Scott Schild | sschild@syracuse.com

Festa Italiana Syracuse

Also known as Italian Fest, Festa Italiana Syracuse has been an annual downtown Syracuse event since 1998. It returns this weekend, Friday through Sunday, to the 200 block of Montgomery Street for three days of music, dancing, kids’ arts and crafts, and Italian food. Go to http://www.festaitaliana.bizland.com/index.html for a schedule and list of vendors.

Where: 200 block of Montgomery Street, Syracuse

When: Friday-Saturday, from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. and Sunday, from noon to 7 p.m.

How much: Free to attend

Sidewalk Serenade

- Come to downtown Syracuse on Saturday for an on-site Chelsea Opera experience. This free, outdoor, 10-minute comic opera, “Sidewalk Serenade,” tells the story  of Quinn and Emery, “two romantic hopefuls meeting on a Syracuse sidewalk after matching on a dating app.” Courtesy of Garrett HeaterCourtesy of Garrett Heater

Sidewalk Serenade

Come to downtown Syracuse on Saturday for an on-site Chelsea Opera experience. This free, outdoor, 10-minute comic opera, “Sidewalk Serenade,” tells the story of Quinn and Emery, “two romantic hopefuls meeting on a Syracuse sidewalk after matching on a dating app.” Soprano Sarah Daniels and tenor Brad Bickhardt* alternate in the role of Quinn, with soprano Andrea Bickford and baritone CJ Roche alternating in the role of Emery. Performances will be at Epicuse (12:00 PM & 2:00 PM, 334 S. Salina St.), the 24-Second Shot Clock (12:30 PM & 2:30 PM, 400 block of S. Franklin St.), Perseverance Park (1:00 PM & 3:00 PM, 205 S. Salina St.), and Wildflowers Armory (1:30 PM & 3:30 PM, 217 S. Salina St.). If it rains, the performances will be moved to Sunday.

Where: Various places around downtown Syracuse

When: Saturday at various times from noon to 3:30 p.m.

How much: Free

Baldwin vs. Buckley: The Faith of Our Fathers”

Syracuse Stage reopens its doors for public performances with a fully staged, professional reading of “Baldwin vs. Buckley,” a “theatricalization” by the theater’s resident playwright Kyle Bass of the 1965 debate between Civil Rights activist James Baldwin and conservative commentator William Buckley, Jr. It was broadcast by the BBC. Performances are scheduled for 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. Admission is free but tickets must be obtained from syracusestage.org. Covid protocols will be in place, proof of vaccination or negative test will be required.

Where: 820 East Genesee Street, Syracuse

When: Friday and Saturday, from 7:30 p.m.

How much: Free but tickets are required.

Taste of Baldwinsville

Hungry? The Taste of Baldwinsville on Saturday is a day-long family-friendly event with great food and entertainment. It showcases the many B-Ville eateries and breweries. Free to attend, each food vendor will offer $1 samples and as well as higher-priced full-size meal. Live music will be played throughout. Visit www.tasteofbville.com for more info.

Where: Paper Mill Island, Baldwinsville

When: Saturday, noon to 10 p.m.

How much: Free to attend

Jazz-n-Caz

- The COVID pandemic forced the cancellation of the popular music series Jazz-n-Caz last year, but it makes its return this year. The three-night festival runs from Sept. 16-18 and restaurant and Cazenovia College venues. Courtesy of Cazenovia CollegeCourtesy of Cazenovia College

Jazz-n-Caz

The COVID pandemic forced the cancellation of the popular music series Jazz-n-Caz last year, but it makes its return this year. The three-night festival runs from Sept. 16-18 and restaurant and Cazenovia College venues. Shows are free and open to the public. Go to https://www.cazenovia.edu/news-and-events/annual-events/jazz-n-caz for details, artists, and schedules.

Where: Held throughout the village and college at Cazenovia

When: Evenings from Sept. 16-18

How much: Free but donations are welcome.

Beers, Bikes, and Barges: Canastota

Join the Canastota Canal Town Museum and the Erie Canal Museum for an hour-long bike ride on Thursday evening, while exploring Canastota’s Erie Canal and brewing history. It begins and ends at the Erie Canal Brewing Company, where you will be treated to a beer as well as a history lesson. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased at eriecanalmuseum.org. All Covid protocols will be enforced.

Where: 135 Peterboro St., Canastota

When: Thursday, 6-7 p.m.

How much: $20

Crafted After Dark and Salt City Honk

The highly anticipated return of “Crafted After-Dark and Salt City Honk” happen on Saturday, from 4-9 p.m. The night-time market will have more than 150 spots for flea market and vintage curators and artisan crafters from across the region along the upper lot behind the MOST. Street bands from all over the country will be performing.

Where: 530 South Clinton Street, Syracuse

When: Saturday, 4-9 p.m.

How much: Free to attend

Auburn’s Art in the Park

Art in the Park at Auburn’s Hoopes Park features the work of over 50 artists and artisans. Come out on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. to look at shop one-of-a-kind creations, grab something to eat, and enjoy live music. The event is free. For $25 you can participate in the 5th annual Jake Harding Memorial Plein Air Paint Out.

Where: 100 South Herman Avenue, Auburn

When: Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

How much: Free to attend

Everson Museum Community Day

To help the Everson Museum celebrate the opening of its new exhibition, “AbStranded: Fiber and Abstraction in Contemporary Art,” families are invited on Saturday to come for a free event. Explore the museum’s galleries, enjoy art-making activities, artist demonstrations, live performances, and more. It runs from noon to 3 p.m. All are welcome. Pre-registration at everson.org/connect/everson-outdoors-community-day is requested, but not required.

Where: 401 Harrison Street, Syracuse

When: Saturday, noon to 3 p.m.

How much: Free

Syracuse football vs. Rutgers at the Carrier Dome

Fans react during Syracuse vs. Rutgers at the Carrier Dome, Syracuse, N.Y., Saturday Sept. 11, 2021. Scott Schild | sschild@syracuse.com

SU versus Albany

The Syracuse University football team looks to register its first home win of the season on Saturday when they host Albany at the Carrier Dome. Kick-off is scheduled for noon against the Great Danes. It will be “Class of 2020 Day” and “Band Day” at the “Loud House.” Purchase tickets at cuse.com.

Where: Carrier Dome

When: Saturday at noon.

How much: Tickets start at $15

Great Swamp

The Great Swamp Conservancy in Canastota is getting ready for the annual Fall Migration Festival. Here's the start of one of the walking trails. David Lassman / The Post-Standard

19th Annual Fall Migration Festival

Join the Great Swamp Conservancy on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for the 19th Annual Fall Migration Conservancy, celebrating the migratory birds and monarch butterflies. There live birds of prey, wildlife artists and crafters, live music by the NYS Old Tyme Fiddlers Association, raffles, a chick barbecue, and, weather permitting, wagon rides, guided trail walks, and games for kids. Adults cost $4, children under 12 are $1. Visit greatswampconservancy.org for more.

Where: 8375 North Main Street, Canastota

When: Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

How much: $4 for adults, $1 for children under 12. $10 max for families.

Dean Kolts

The public is invited to attend a free art reception on Saturday from 2:30 to 4 p.m. in the John A. Weeks Interpretive Center at Baltimore Woods. Art by Dean KoltsArt by Dean Kolts

Baltimore Woods Art Reception

The public is invited to attend a free art reception on Saturday from 2:30 to 4 p.m. in the John A. Weeks Interpretive Center at Baltimore Woods. The reception highlights the “Nature’s Magic” exhibit which will be on display through October 28. It is a showcase of “the whimsical creations of Lisa Davis and the wonder-inspired photographs of Dean Kolts,” which offers the opportunity to see plants in a new way, while engaging the imagination. The artwork will be for sale. You are asked to wear a mask.

Where: 4007 Bishop Hill Road, Marcellus

When: Saturday, 2:30-4 p.m.

How much: Free

Syracuse Walk 4 CMT

There is no cure for Charcot Marie Tooth, a group of disorders which affects the body’s peripheral nerves. The local Charcot Marie Tooth Association will be holding a fundraising walk at Onondaga Lake Park on Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon. All are welcome to participate. You can sign up as an individual, form a team, join a team. Visit https://cmta.akaraisin.com/ui/walk4cmt2021/g/28582 to learn more and to register for the walk.

Where: Onondaga Lake Park

When: Saturday, from 9 a.m. to noon

How much: Donations welcome

Coin and currency show

Everyone is welcome, from beginners to advanced collectors on Sunday to the Onondaga Numismatic Association’s Coin and Currency Show at the Maplewood Inn. There will be 24 tables of professional dealers who will be buying and selling coins and paper money and doing free evaluations. There will be door prizes. The free event runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Where: 400 7th North Street

When: Sunday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

How much: Free to attend. Donations welcome.

Collamer United Church Rummage Sale

The Collamer United Church will be holding its annual “gigantic” and “awesome” rummage sale will be held this Friday and Saturday at Vollmer’s Greenhouse in East Syracuse. The sale will continue on Saturday, Sept. 25. The sale offers a wide variety of bargains for new and antique items. There will be a food counter and bake sale.

Where: 6576 Collamer Road, East Syracuse

When: Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m. to noon. Saturday, Sept. 25, from 9 a.m. to noon

How much: Free to attend

Trunk Sale for Haiti

The Church of St. Michael and St. Peter on Onondaga Hill will be hosting a Trunk Sale (a garage sale from your trunk) on Saturday. Vendor rental space will benefit the church’s twin parish in Haiti. The sale runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Where: 4782 West Seneca Turnpike, Syracuse

When: Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

How much: Free to attend

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