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Happy Friday, 315!
As we bid farewell to September, the 315 area code is bursting with autumnal energy, ushering in the crisp, cozy vibes of fall! The leaves are turning, the air is cooling, and our communities are coming alive with a vibrant lineup of events that celebrate the season. This week, dive into the harvest spirit with the whimsical Fall Fantasy Fest, raise a stein at a lively Oktoberfest, lace up for a Pumpkin Run, or stroll through charming Fall Festivals across the region. And hold onto your witch hats, Spooky Season is officially here! Get your thrills with a spine-chilling Haunted Hayride or a Haunted Walking Tour in Oswego, perfect for those ready to embrace the eerie side of autumn.
But the fun doesn't stop at pumpkins and ghosts. Whether you're a music lover, a theater buff, or just looking to try something new, the 315 has you covered. Enjoy soul-stirring orchestral performances, captivating plays, toe-tapping musicals, or live music sets that'll have you dancing the night away. Feeling creative? Sign up for an improv class to unleash your inner comedian, learn the art of photographing insects up close, or sketch wildflowers in a serene outdoor workshop. If you're in the mood for friendly competition, grab your crew and test your knowledge at a lively Trivia Night. With such a diverse array of activities, there's truly something for everyone in Central and Northern New York this week!
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Local Events
Syracuse Area:
Friday, September 26
Avatar: The Last Airbender in Concert 🎶🎻 7:30pm
Immerse yourself in a 2+ hour performance of this iconic musical score at Syracuse’s OnCenter.
Friday, September 26
Glaze & Sip 🎨 6:30 - 8:30pm
Make some pottery and sip your favorite beverage at Restoreforlife Hub in Syracuse.
Friday, September 26
Glowfire Night 🔥 7 - 8:30pm
Gather around the campfire for stories, s’mores, and a fun craft at the Beaver Lake Nature Center in Baldwinsville.
Saturday, September 27
Dram Fools Album Release Party 🎵🎸 7 - 10pm
Come listen to Dram Fools’ first album, Whisky River, performed live at Middle Ages Brewing in Syracuse.
Saturday, September 27 - Sunday, September 28
The Syracuse Orchestra: Fairy Tales 🎻👑 9/27 at 7pm, 9/28 at 3pm
Come experience four orchestral numbers inspired by fairy tales at St. Paul’s in Syracuse.
Saturday, September 27
Autumn Paddle 🍁🚣 7pm
Enjoy autumn’s glow during an early evening paddle around Beaver Lake in Baldwinsville.
Saturday, September 27
Salt City Reptile Expo 🐍 10am - 4pm
Meet a variety of reptiles, educators, and breeders at this exciting event at the Oncenter in Syracuse.
Sunday, September 28
Westcott Street Cultural Fair 🎡 12 - 6:30pm
Enjoy a parade, plenty of food, and a variety of live music at the 33rd annual fair in the Westcott neighborhood of Syracuse.
Monday, September 29 - Monday, October 27
Fundamentals of Improv 🎭 6 - 8pm
Join this six-week improv series, starting this Monday! Perfect for all levels of improv, classes will take place at Artrage Gallery in Syracuse.
Thursday, October 2
West African Drum Class 🥁 6:30 - 7:30pm
Join every Thursday to learn the vibrant beats of West African drumming at the Community Folk Art Center in Syracuse. Each class is $10.
Oswego County:
Friday, September 26
Haunted Oswego Tour 👻 8:30pm
Get a headstart on spooky season with this 90 minute walking tour, beginning on West 1st and Cayuga Street in Oswego.
Saturday, September 27
Oswego Skate Contest 🛹 12 - 5pm
Check out this exciting contest at the Oswego Skate Park!
Saturday, September 27
Fall Fantasy Fest and FanFare 🍁🐉 10am - 5pm
Celebrate all things Fantasy at this exciting event at Fulton Polish Home, featuring live music, vendors, food, games, and of course, costumes.
Saturday, September 27
Free Bag Lunch 🥪 10am - 12pm
Know someone who’s hungry? First United Church in Fulton offers a free bag lunch every Saturday.
Saturday, September 27
Fruit Valley Fall Festival 🍁 10am - 4pm
Enjoy live music, food, and fun at this free festival at Fruit Valley in Oswego.
Saturday, September 27
Wildflower Walk & Sketch 💐 2 - 3:30pm
Connect with nature by learning about September wildflowers and sketching them with colored pencils.
Monday, September 29
Trivia Night 📚 7pm
Grab your friends and enjoy a trivia night at Lakeview Lanes in Fulton.
Wednesday, October 1
Bad Romance Lantern Tour 🏮 7pm
Listen to costumed tour guides as they tell tales about love gone wrong on a walking tour around the Fort Ontario property in Oswego.
Thursday, October 2
Join the Oswego County SPCA at the State Street Methodist Church for an evening of cats and cookies.
Mohawk Valley Region:
Friday, September 26
Munson Film Series: Honey, Don’t! 🎬 2pm & 7:30pm
Come watch Ethan Coen’s dark comedy at Munson in Utica.
Friday, September 26 - Saturday, September 27
Old Forge’s Oktoberfest 🍁🍻 5:45pm
Celebrate Oktoberfest during a two-day celebration at the George T. Hiltebrant Recreation Center in Old Forge.
Saturday, September 27
Motor In Methodist Car Show 🚗 4 - 5pm
Enjoy this classic car show at the United Methodist Church in Frankfort.
Saturday, September 27
Munson Art & Yoga 🎨🧘 10:30 - 11:45pm
Bring your own yoga mat to this weekly class at Munson in Utica.
Saturday, September 27
Autumn Adventure Water Safari 🍁 11am - 4pm
Get ready for chills, thrills, and family-friendly frights! Join us Saturdays this fall for an Autumn Adventure like no other at Enchanted Forest Water Safari in Old Forge.
Sunday, September 28
Carolyn Wonderland Live in Concert 🎸 7:30 - 9:30pm
Experience genre-bending guitar music played live at Unity Hall in Barneveld.
Wednesday, October 1
Wicked 🧙♀️ 7pm
Don’t miss the chance to see this captivating Broadway musical at the Gershwin Theatre in Utica
Thursday, October 2
Chicago the Musical 🎭 7pm
Come see this iconic musical at Ambassador Theater in Utica.
Thursday, October 2
The Surprising Story of the Mansion House Landscape 🏛️ 6 - 7pm
Landscape Architect Martha Lyon will give a lecture on the fascinating history of the Oneida Community Mansion House. Join in person or over Zoom.
Thursday, October 2
Grant Writing Workshop ✍️ 10am - 2pm
Nonprofit professionals can strengthen their grant writing skills in this free workshop at Herkimer College.
North Country:
Friday, Saturday 26
Roller Skating 🛼 6 - 8pm
Join a free roller skating event for all ages at the Norfolk Arena.
Friday, September 26 - Saturday, September 27
Fall Rummage Sale 🍁 9/26 9am - 4pm, 9/27 9am - 12pm
The Canton First Presbyterian Church will hold a two-day rummage sale event featuring clothes, books, toys, and household items.
Friday, September 26 - Saturday, September 27
Crane Woodwind Summit 🎶
This two-day event at the Crane School of Music in Potsdam will feature workshops, concerts, vendors, and performances.
Friday, September 26 - Saturday, September 27
Haunted Hayrides 🎃 5:30 - 10pm
Take a scary or a non-scary hayride to benefit the Tri-State Chamber of Commerce in Brasher Falls.
Saturday, September 27
Murder Mystery Dinner 🎭 5pm
Step aboard for an evening of intrigue, laughter, and suspense as the Grasse River Players bring “Booking Gone Wrong” to life at the Best Western University Inn in Canton.
Saturday, September 27
5K Pumpkin Run & Munchkin Mile 🎃 10:30am
This fall-themed 5K at Malone Rec Park will feature non-competitive races, a bake sale, pumpkin decorating, and prizes.
Saturday, September 27
Fall Festival 🍁 9am - 7pm
Ogdensburg’s annual festival will feature live music, vendors, food, and activities for the whole family.
Saturday, September 27
SlimeFest 🦠 10am - 1pm
The North Country Children’s Museum in Potsdam is inviting families to dive into a world of squishy, gooey fun at SlimeFest for a messy, unforgettable celebration of science and creativity.
Sunday, September 28
Small Town Ramblers 🎶🎸 1 - 5pm
Enjoy dancing to live music by the Small Town Ramblers in Heuvelton, as well as a baked goods auction.
Wednesday, October 1
Insect Photography 🪲📸 6 - 7:30pm
Join Eudora Watson in Canton and take a tour of the insects she's discovered over ten years of looking for, photographing, and identifying the smallest creatures in her backyard.
Finger Lakes Region:
Friday, September 26
Game Night 🧩🍷 4 - 7pm
Bring your favorite game and enjoy some good wine at this family-friendly event at Swedish Hill Winery in Romulus.
Friday, September 26
Live at the Vista 🎶⛳ 5 - 8pm
Enjoy live music, dancing, food, and drinks at Sampson State Park in Romulus. Come early or stay late, and enjoy our Putt & Play mini golf and a family-friendly movie which starts at 8:15pm at our outdoor movie theater.
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Friday, September 26 - Sunday, September 28
Murder Room: The Play 🎭 9/26-27 7:30pm, 9/28 2pm
Enjoy this laugh out loud comedy at the Auburn Public Theater.
Saturday, September 27
Appetite for Voltage: Guns N’ Roses & ACDC Tribute 🎶🎸 8 - 10pm
Rock out to this high-energy performance at Del Lago Casino in Waterloo.
Saturday, September 27
Knapp Sessions 🎶🍷 2 - 5pm
Try some new wines and enjoy some live music at Knapp Winery in Romulus.
Sunday, September 28
Vinyasa in the Vineyard 🧘 10 - 11am
Start your Sunday with some calming vinyasa yoga at Hosmer Estate Winery.
Thursday, October 2
I Got You, Babe 🎶 7pm
Enjoy a fun night of cabaret music at Auburn Public Theater.
Thursday, October 2
Pumpkin Patch Storytime 🎃 6 - 7pm
Join us for a special storytime at O’Neil Family Farm Pumpkin Patch! We’ll be sharing some fun fall stories together and then enjoying time to play and explore in the patch - perfect for families and kids of all ages.
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Thursday, October 2
Trivia Night 💡🤓 6:30 - 8:30pm
Get your friends together for a night of trivia at Prison City Brewing in Auburn.
Foodie Corner
Where to eat in the 315 this weekend
Inka’s (Syracuse)
Nestled in the heart of downtown Syracuse at 201 S. Salina St., Inka’s is a vibrant newcomer to the 315 dining scene, transforming a historic building, once home to the city's finest jewelry store, into an upscale haven for Peruvian fusion cuisine. Opened in late 2024, this gem co-owned by four passionate locals, including Alejandro Gonzalez of Margarita’s Mexican Cantina fame, brings bold flavors from Peru to Central New York, crafted by celebrated Peruvian chef Flavio Solorzano, a TV personality and expert in traditional dishes. With its warm, culturally inspired decor that nods to ancient Incan heritage, Inka’s feels like a culinary adventure, perfect for date nights, family gatherings, or solo explorations of global tastes right in our backyard.
What sets Inka’s apart is its masterful blend of authentic Peruvian classics with innovative Japanese influences (think Nikkei fusion), alongside thoughtful nods to Mexican flair, filling a delightful gap in Syracuse's diverse food landscape. Start with their standout ceviches, like the Ceviche Mixto Al Rocoto, where fresh seafood cooks in zesty lime, aji amarillo peppers, and rocoto for a spicy, tangy kick that's among the best you'll find this side of Lima. Dive into hearty mains such as the iconic Lomo Saltado, a stir-fried medley of tender beef, fries, onions, tomatoes, and soy-infused gravy over rice, or the succulent Pollo La Brasa, roasted chicken marinated in a symphony of herbs and spices, served with crispy potatoes and aji sauce. Adventurous eaters will love the fusion twists, like sushi-inspired rolls with Peruvian chicha morada or tempura-battered seafood with huancaina sauce, a creamy, spicy cheese delight. Vegetarians and vegans rejoice: options abound, from quinoa-stuffed peppers and grilled eggplant anticuchos to plant-based takes on causa, layered potato terrines, and hearty chaufa fried rice, ensuring no one misses out on the flavor explosion.
No meal here is complete without their dessert lineup, think lucuma ice cream, a creamy, caramel-like fruit treat, or suspiro a la limeña, dulce de leche mousse topped with meringue, or a sip from the signature cocktail menu, masterminded by a Drink Masters quarterfinalist. Pisco reigns supreme in drinks like the tangy Pisco Sour, made with pisco, lime, egg white, and bitters, or the sophisticated Pisco Old Fashioned, with fruity, brandy-like notes that evoke Peru's coastal vineyards; mocktails offer refreshing non-alcoholic versions for all to enjoy. The vibe is welcoming and meticulously planned, with friendly staff, shoutout to servers like Steven for spot-on recommendations, ensuring even first-timers to Peruvian fare feel at home, late-night diners included, as they're one of the few spots open past 9 p.m. downtown. Open for lunch Fridays and Saturdays from noon to 2 p.m. and dinner daily from 4 to 9 p.m., later on weekends, it's an ideal spot for happy hour or a leisurely feast, with delivery and takeout available too. Early reviews rave about the powerful flavors and Instagram-worthy presentations, making Inka’s a sizzling must-try that elevates Syracuse's culinary map, proving once again why the 315 is a hotspot for unexpected global delights.
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