We hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving! It’s now officially the holiday season - and we’ve got tons of holiday markets this week where you can find marvelous gifts for loved ones and connect with other business owners. Tomorrow is Small Business Saturday, so this weekend is the perfect time to shop small. Let’s support our local artisans and businesses!    

This week, we’ve got some more live music events to check out - plus, if you love musicals, you’re in luck - Wicked is coming to Syracuse, and Buena Vista Social Club is coming to Utica! We’ve also got trivia nights, yoga, ice skating, and even a Sourdough 101 class, if you’re looking for a winter hobby! This weekend, Skaneatales is opening their 32nd Dickens Christmas event, Syracuse is bringing Wine and Chocolate Fest to the fairgrounds, and Ogdensburg will have an interactive Victorian Christmas event. We may be approaching the shortest days of the year, but there are so many awesome things going on in the 315 to beat the winter blues!

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One of our favorite humans, the inimitable Ed Hamell, returns to the 443 in Syracuse for his annual two-day run on Thanksgiving weekend.

https://cnyarts.org/events/events/view/hamell-for-the-holidaze-1128/ 

Experience the charm of Downtown Syracuse during the Holidays along with festive fun, as we transform the corridor outside the State Tower into a beloved annual holiday winter market!

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Enjoy free live music at Middle Ages Brewing Co in Syracuse!

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Meli is throwing a Bridgerton themed ball! Adorn yourself in your most exquisite ball gown and waltz the night away. A bounty of delectable food and enchanting drinks awaits. This soirée is whispered to be the most magical gathering in our fair town. All who are anyone shall grace the occasion!

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Night Market is an annual holiday pop-up market in Syracuse hosted by SKY Armory that brings more than 80 Central New York artisans, makers, and retailers together under one roof for an evening filled with entertainment, food, cocktails, and festive shopping.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1229006238780493/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22discovery_custom_tab%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22bookmark%22%7D]%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D 

Come to NYS Fairgrounds in Syracuse to celebrate great wine and sweets!

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The fourth Art & Craft Fair Fundraiser benefitting GazaFunds campaigns will take place at ArtRage Gallery in Syracuse. Following the holiday of gratitude, our “Solidarity Sunday” themed event is an alternative to the mass consumerism of Black Friday.

https://cnyarts.org/events/events/view/solidarity-sunday-art-and-craft-fair-fundraiser/ 

3 Hours, 3 Artists, 3 song sets! Don’t miss the kickoff of the Seneca Street Brew Pub Songwriters Showcase in Manlius. Great beer, great sandwiches and, of course, some great original music by some great local singer songwriters.

https://cnyarts.org/events/events/view/seneca-street-brew-pub-songwriters-showcase/ 

Cirque Dreams Holidaze dazzles with a brilliantly breathtaking holiday spectacular for the entire family. As the original cirque holiday theatrical event, this annual tradition wraps a Broadway-style production around awe-inspiring contemporary circus acts at Syracuse’s OnCenter.

https://cnyarts.org/events/events/view/cirque-dreams-holidaze/ 

Don’t miss this iconic Broadway musical at Syracuse’s own Landmark Theatre!

https://cnyarts.org/events/events/view/wicked34511/ 

Enjoy some live music on the river! Head to Wag In in Fulton.

https://iheartoswego.com/70519/whiskey-spirits-wag-in-on-the-river.html

Come gather for a family movie night with free popcorn and drinks.

https://iheartoswego.com/59766/friday-family-movie-night-sandy-creek.html 

Celebrate Small Business Saturday in the most festive way — surrounded by holiday cheer, local talent, and over 100 vendors! Check out the crafts at Lasnicki Landscaping in Hastings.

https://iheartoswego.com/70523/4th-annual-greenhouse-craft-fair-hastings.html 

The Friends of Sterling Nature Center will have special offers in conjunction with Small Business Saturday. There are many holiday gifts for nature lovers and those who are hard to buy for! Stop by Sterling Nature Center to check out the vendors.

https://iheartoswego.com/59953/shop-small-weekend-sterling-nature-center.html 

Shamp and Jugglin' Monkey Reunion are playing at the Kingsford at Curtis Manor in Oswego!

https://iheartoswego.com/70525/shamp-jugglin-monkey-curtis-manor.html 

It’s that time of year! Come enjoy a drag show at Eis House in Mexico.! All proceeds from this event will be donated to Oswego County Toys For Tots. Please bring a new, unopened toy to donate.

https://iheartoswego.com/70526/toys-for-tots-drag-show-mexico.html 

Come out to the Art Association of Oswego for some wonderful holiday shopping. If you want to shop local, and give some truly unique gifts this year, you will have all kinds of handmade artwork and holiday themed gifts created by local artists to choose from, and at great prices.

https://iheartoswego.com/60222/10th-annual-holiday-art-sale-oswego.html 

Grab your friends and come try your hand at trivia at Lakeview Lanes!

https://iheartoswego.com/58502/trivia-night-at-lakeview-lanes.html 

You're invited to our next Total Wellness Tuesday Event - an interactive workshop to help women break free from the cycle of "starting over" by building a plan that fits your lifestyle. Join us at the Aqua Spa and Float Center in Oswego.

https://iheartoswego.com/60071/total-wellness-tuesdays-take-control-of-your-own-journey.html 

Trivia Night returns to the Waterfront Tavern in Central Square!

https://iheartoswego.com/59917/trivia-night-by-triviocity-central-square.html 

This beloved community event at 4 Elements Studio in Utica showcases the creativity of over 30 local artists, offering visitors an inspiring opportunity to discover, admire, and purchase one-of-a-kind handmade works of art.

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Ready, set, glow! The Rome Lights Fest 5K & Walk is happening at City Hall in Rome. Run or stroll through the lights, then enjoy food trucks, vendors, the City Tree Lighting & fireworks!

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Join us in Utica for a cozy day of holiday cheer at The Plant Stand’s Holiday Market as we celebrate Small Business Saturday!

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Join us at 1888 Biergarten & Tavern in Utica for our Homecoming Party, a post-Thanksgiving celebration filled with great beer, delicious bites, and hometown cheer.

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Gather your friends and family and shop local this holiday season at Jones Nursery and Garden Center in Rome. Along with shopping, enjoy delicious bites from food trucks, browse seasonal greenery to brighten your home, and soak in the holiday cheer as you stroll through the market. 

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Join The Little Porch Pantry and The Mindful Mixer for a cozy Small Business Saturday Pop-Up filled with seasonal cheer, local goodness, and mindful sipping! 

https://www.facebook.com/events/754682664291829/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22discovery_custom_tab%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22bookmark%22%7D]%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D 

Catch this thrilling Broadway musical at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre in Utica!

https://cnyarts.org/events/events/view/buena-vista-social-club-musical/ 

Join Joy’s Sourdough at the Plant Stand in Utica for a fun, hands-on class where you’ll learn how to create and care for your own starter, mix and shape dough, and master scoring and baking techniques.

https://www.facebook.com/events/2012991762795023/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22discovery_custom_tab%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22bookmark%22%7D]%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D 

Enjoy some live music at The Beeches in Rome!

https://www.facebook.com/events/4104844476395536/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22discovery_custom_tab%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22bookmark%22%7D]%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D 

Looking for a fresh start, your first job, or a new career? Don’t miss this! Join us at Rome Alliance Church for one of the area’s largest hiring events!

https://www.facebook.com/events/2343889852709008/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22discovery_custom_tab%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22bookmark%22%7D]%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D 

Come show off your ice skating skills at Lockwood Arena in Ogdensburg!
https://northcountrynow.com/stories/public-skate-in-ogdensburg,332907 

Enjoy live music with Shawn Stoddard at American Legion Post 1539 in Star Lake!

https://northcountrynow.com/stories/live-music,338297 

Come to Massena to explore a wide variety of vendors to help you with your holiday shopping for your friends and family!

https://northcountrynow.com/stories/massena-rotary-holiday-market,335921

Come to the Frederic Remington Art Museum in Ogdensburg to shop handmade goods, holiday gifts, and treats from local artisans in a festive setting.

https://northcountrynow.com/stories/remingtons-merry-market,329718 

Just $2 for open skating at Canton Pavilion!

https://northcountrynow.com/stories/skating-in-canton,334090 

The First Presbyterian Church in Ogdensburg will be offering an interactive event, inviting guests to drop in for parlor games, Victorian dance lessons, caroling and period-style treats. Attendees are welcome to dress in Victorian attire, Christmas outfits or regular clothing. 

https://northcountrynow.com/stories/victorian-christmas-experience,335945 

The Parishville Amvets Ladies Auxiliary 265 will host a ham dinner including ham, mashed potatoes, macaroni and cheese, vegetables, rolls, dessert, and drinks!

https://northcountrynow.com/stories/ham-dinner,338781 

Come play some bingo at Knights of Columbus in Ogdensburg.
https://northcountrynow.com/stories/bingo-in-ogdensburg,332658

Compete in Christmas Trivia at Knights of Columbus in Ogdensburg!

https://northcountrynow.com/stories/kiwanis-christmas-trivia,339019 

Come try out some yoga at Ogdensburg Public Library.
https://northcountrynow.com/stories/yoga-with-kim-halpin,338575 

Get ready to shop until you drop with our exclusive Black Friday deals on your favorite wines and spirits at all three of our Montezuma Winery locations! 

https://cayugawinetrail.com/events/winery/11-28-2025 

The 32nd edition of Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles opens today, enchanting holiday shoppers as it brings “A Christmas Carol” to life.

https://www.facebook.com/events/860766732969104/860766736302437/?active_tab=about 

Shop locally and support your downtown boutique businesses in Auburn!
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‘Tis the season to sip, shop, and celebrate at our Barrel Lighting Tree Party! Join us at Montezuma Winery in Seneca Falls for a festive day as we light up our barrel tree with great wine & spirits, delicious food, and live music!

https://cayugawinetrail.com/events/winery/11-29-2025

Enjoy this fun, festive holiday event in downtown Auburn!

https://www.facebook.com/events/2043112546455515/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22discovery_custom_tab%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22bookmark%22%7D]%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D

Join us at Shep’s Brewing in Auburn for a night of 90’s nostalgia, singalongs, and craft beer! We’re turning the taproom into a throwback party for our Saturday Night Karaoke – 90’s Theme Edition!

https://www.facebook.com/events/3199490296899320/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22discovery_custom_tab%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22bookmark%22%7D]%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D 

Make magical memories this holiday season with us at Prison City Brewing North Street! We’re transforming the brewery & barn into a festive Holiday Market & Village filled with cozy vibes, great beer, and plenty of cheer.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1121123709504676/1121123726171341/?active_tab=about

Bare Melt band will be performing at Lunkenheimer Craft Brewing in Weedsport!

https://www.facebook.com/events/1163089135296875/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22discovery_custom_tab%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22bookmark%22%7D]%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D 

The laughs are coming to Auburn when Homebrewed Comedy hits the stage in the speakeasy at Prison City Brewery! 

https://www.facebook.com/events/1289494889335221/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22discovery_custom_tab%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22bookmark%22%7D]%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D 

Come out to Border City Fire District in Waterloo for a fun evening filled with prizes, laughter, and community spirit! Each month will feature a different theme — and you can earn an extra paddle when you join in on the fun!

https://www.facebook.com/events/1606898357354822/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22discovery_custom_tab%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22bookmark%22%7D]%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D 

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