• May 7-9, May 14-16, May 21-23, 2021
• Highland Park Rochester, NY 14620 in Rochester, NY

This 10-day family friendly event features activities such as a lilac parade, arts and crafts show and a 5K and 10K run. Held each May in Highland Park, the festivities also include a Wine and Chocolate Tasting as well as a Beer Garden.

• June 9-20, 2021
• New York, NY

Founded in 2002, the mission of this international film festival is two-fold. First, the festival provides a platform for new and veteran filmmakers to reach hundreds of thousands of film goers. Second, the event showcases New York City as an outstanding filmmaking venue and brings tremendous revenues into the economy here.

• July 9-11, 2021
• Watkins Glen, NY in Watkins glen, NY

Wine lovers converge on the town of Watkins Glen during July for this two-day celebration. Close to 90 wineries participate to showcase their finest offerings. Wine seminars as well as cooking demonstrations are also scheduled.

• SEP 1-3, 2021, Labor Day Weekend
• New York, NY

Randall's Island in the East River becomes a real zoo each August. This 24-acre site hosts this annual electronic music festival featuring live performances and DJ shows. Since 2009, the festival has grown each year and now welcomes over 100,000 spectators over the three-day event.

• Aug. 20 - Sep. 6, 2021,August 20 - September 6, 2021
• Syracuse, NY

First held in Syracuse in 1841, the annual fair traveled to numerous cities before returning permanently in 1890. A showcase of the agriculture, industry and cultural diversity of this great state, this event now welcomes over 1 million visitors over the course of its 12-day run.

• September 23-26, 2021
• Glens Falls, NY in Glens falls, NY

September in Glens Falls marks the beginning of a colorful new season. Music lovers, classic car enthusiasts, crafters and food vendors converge for this four-day event. Children's activities and a fireworks display are also scheduled. The most breathtaking experience, however, is the launch of the multi-colored hot-air balloons.