Visit Finger Lakes

06/01/2026

Raise a glass—Canandaigua Beer Week is here! 🍻

From lakeside pints and brewery events to exclusive tastings and special releases, this week is all about celebrating the craft beer scene that makes Canandaigua a must-visit destination. Explore local favorites, discover new brews, and enjoy a week filled with great beer, great food, and even better company.
Whether you're a hop enthusiast, a lager lover, or just looking for a fun way to spend time with friends, there's something on tap for everyone.

📍 Canandaigua, NY
🍺 June 1–7

🔗 View the full lineup and plan your beer week adventure at canandaiguabeerweek.com.

05/29/2026

Just once a year, visitors are invited onto the grounds at Burning Springs for one of the Finger Lakes’ most unique spring experiences. 🌿🔥

During Burning Springs Open Gardens Weekend, you can:
✨ Stroll through spring-blooming gardens
💧 Walk up the gully to a scenic waterfall
🎨 Watch professional plein air artists painting across the property
🔥 Visit the burning spring revered by the Seneca people and shown to French explorers in 1669
🗣 Hear a 2 PM history talk from the property owner each day

📅 Saturday, May 30 + Sunday, May 31
⏰ 12–5 PM
📍 4348 Case Road, Canandaigua
💛 Suggested donation: $5 | Family-friendly (no dogs please!)

📷: (IG)

https://www.visitfingerlakes.com/event/burning-springs-open-gardens-weekend/31844/

05/28/2026

Plan your Finger Lakes road trip for Saturday, June 6th! 🌷 Canandaigua In Bloom is turning Downtown Canandaigua into a full day of flowers, art, music, and springtime energy.

Here’s what you can look forward to:
🌸 Blooming baskets, planters, and gardens
🛍️ A lively downtown shopping and dining district
🧑‍🌾 The season kickoff for the Canandaigua Farmers Market
🎨 A new painted artwork trail to explore from downtown to the lakefront
🍷 Sip & Stroll in the afternoon
🎵 Food, drinks, and live music at the Grand Opening of Central on Main

Who are you bringing with you?

https://www.visitfingerlakes.com/event/canandaigua-in-bloom/31225/

05/27/2026

The Canandaigua Lake Wine Trail is small, scenic, and full of reasons to make a day of it. You get the tastings, the scenery, and all the extra fun that comes from stopping in lake towns along the way.

🍷 Song Hill Winery, Victor
🍷 Acquilano Wine Cellars, Canandaigua
🍷 Heron Hill Winery Tasting Room, Canandaigua
🍷 Arbor Hill Grapery & Winery, South Bristol
🍷 Hazlitt Red Cat Cellars, Naples
🍷 Inspire Moore Winery & Vineyard, Naples
🍷 Hometown Wine Company, Naples

Save this for your next tasting day.

📷: Song Hill Winery

https://www.visitfingerlakes.com/wineries/canandaigua-lake-wine-trail/

05/26/2026

If your perfect day includes something good in your glass and absolutely no reason to hurry, Sip & Stroll might be calling your name 🍷✨

Downtown Canandaigua becomes the backdrop for an evening of:
🍇 Local pours
🍽️ Mouthwatering small bites
🎟️ A passport-style tasting experience
🛍️ Discovering downtown spots as you go

Check-in is at The Central on Main, and from there, the only real plan is to keep strolling. Who’s on your invite list?

🗓️ Friday, May 29
⏰ 3:00pm - 6:00pm
📍 111 S Main St, Canandaigua

https://www.visitfingerlakes.com/event/sip-%26-stroll-in-downtown-canandaigua/30751/

05/25/2026

Today, we pause in solemn remembrance of the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country 🇺🇸

Memorial Day is more than a long weekend. It is a time to reflect on courage, service, and the profound cost of freedom. We honor those who never made it home, and we hold their memory with gratitude and respect.

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05/22/2026

As we continue celebrating and learning about our history during this milestone year, we’ve been thrilled by the incredible response from our community about the way the Finger Lakes Virtual Museum is connecting people with the stories that shaped our region.

To make sure everyone has a chance to explore the museum—especially as the weather warms up—we’re excited to announce that the Finger Lakes Virtual Museum Scavenger Hunt has been extended through the end of summer!

Take the opportunity to discover local history through immersive digital technology while earning chances to win prizes from Ontario County businesses along the way. Prizes include museums' memberships, Bristol Mountain Aerial Adventures passes, special FLX goodies, and more!

How to Participate:
📍 Find historic sign locations using the Finger Lakes Virtual Museum app
📸 Take a photo of yourself with each sign you visit
📲 Share your photos on Instagram () or Facebook ( Finger Lakes) using
Be sure your account/post is public so we can count your entry!
⏰ Deadline: Monday, August 31, 2026

Find more details at www.visitfingerlakes.com/virtual-museum/.

Imagine a history “museum” that is open from dawn to dusk and is accessible throughout the entire County.

05/22/2026

The Victor Memorial Day Parade is set for Monday, May 25th. It is a meaningful community tradition and a chance to gather, reflect, and honor the service and sacrifice behind the holiday.

🗓️ Monday, May 25
⏰ 10:30am - 12:00pm
📍 Main Street, Victor

https://www.visitfingerlakes.com/event/victor-memorial-day-parade/30247/

05/21/2026

Big news for Ontario County! 🥂✨

We are so proud to see our local favorites nominated for the Condé Nast Traveler 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards. These spots are a huge part of what makes our region a world-class destination, and now it’s time to help them bring home the win!

Show your support for these three incredible nominees:

🗳️ The Nominees:
The Lake House on Canandaigua (Hotels)
Belhurst Castle and Winery (Resorts)
Geneva On The Lake (Resorts)

How to vote: Click the link below, head to the respective category, and cast your ballot for these Ontario County gems. Let’s show the world why the Finger Lakes are second to none!

https://www.cntraveler.com/story/vote-readers-choice-awards