06/30/2026
𝐈𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮'𝐫𝐞 𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐭𝐡 𝐨𝐟 𝐉𝐮𝐥𝐲 𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐤, 𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐧𝐨 𝐟𝐮𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐓𝐢𝐨𝐠𝐚 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲, 𝐍𝐘.
We've got live music, fireworks, parades, a cardboard boat race, a horse pull, and one of the most beloved downtown street scenes in the Southern Tier — and almost all of it is free. Here's your full guide to the week:
𝐖𝐄𝐃𝐍𝐄𝐒𝐃𝐀𝐘, 𝐉𝐔𝐋𝐘 𝟏 — Concerts in the Park | Hickories Park, Owego
The Tioga Arts Council kicks off its summer concert series on the Owego riverfront with The Kirby Band, playing everything from big band classics to music from the big screen. Bring your lawn chairs and a picnic, and stay for the fireworks that follow. This is a perfect summer evening.
7:30–9:30 PM | Free | Fireworks to follow
Rain location: Owego Elks Lodge, 223 Front Street
𝐅𝐑𝐈𝐃𝐀𝐘, 𝐉𝐔𝐋𝐘 𝟑 — Three Ways to Celebrate in Tioga County
Owego First Friday | Downtown Owego
Downtown Owego's monthly First Friday brings the whole community out — local shops, restaurants, art, and good energy all within a walkable few blocks. Follow Owego First Friday for the full lineup of what's happening this month.
Depot Friday Nights | Newark Valley Depot
The Newark Valley Historical Society's free summer concert series is one of those Tioga County traditions worth making a point to experience. This week, singer-songwriter Greg Neff takes the stage with a set of beloved '60s and '70s classics.
Doors open 6:00 PM | Music starts 7:00 PM | Free
Candor NY Annual 4th of July Celebration — Day One
Candor has been doing the Fourth of July right for over 150 years, and this year they're celebrating America's 250th birthday in style. All events take place at McNeil Pavilion/Ballfield on Rte. 96, 35 Spencer Ave., unless noted otherwise.
- Cardboard Boat Regatta — 9 AM at Candor American Legion Post 907, 90 Spencer Rd., Catatonk Creek area
- Food from 6 PM 'til close — American Legion Auxiliary concessions and Dawn's Snack Shed
- Kiddie Parade — 6:30 PM, gathering at the Ambulance Garage. Theme: Happy Birthday, USA!
- After Market Band — 7:30–9:30 PM
- American Legion and Candor Fire Dept. Color Guard Flag Ceremony — at dusk
- Fireworks by Young Explosives Corporation — at dusk
𝐒𝐀𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐃𝐀𝐘, 𝐉𝐔𝐋𝐘 𝟒 — Candor Celebration Day Two
The party continues with a full day on the Fourth at the Ballfield:
- Parade — 10 AM. Theme: Our Nation's Birthday, 250 Years. Sponsored by Tioga State Bank and Candor Chamber of Commerce
- American Legion Auxiliary Chicken BBQ — 11 AM until it's gone
- American Legion Family Water Park — 11 AM–4 PM, free, children must be accompanied by an adult
- Double Down Bar & Grill — 1–4 PM, serving pulled pork, burgers, hot dogs, and more
- Kid's Bike Drawing — 4 PM, ages 4–16
- Patriotic Concert by Candor Community Chorus — 7 PM, Candor High School Auditorium
𝐒𝐔𝐍𝐃𝐀𝐘, 𝐉𝐔𝐋𝐘 𝟓 — Horse Pull | Side Hill Acres Goat Farm, Candor
Cap the long weekend with something you won't find just anywhere. Gates open at 8 AM, pull starts at 1 PM. Double Down Bar & Grill will be serving food, plus vendors, a Calcutta Auction, and basket and 50/50 raffles on site.
Admission $10 | Under 12, $5 | Sponsored by NYS Horse Pullers Association and Side Hill Acres Goat Farm
Four days. Multiple towns. One county that knows how to celebrate.
Whether you're a local or making the trip in, Tioga County is the place to be this Fourth of July week. Share this with someone who needs a plan. 🇺🇸
Full Candor event details: candorjuly4th.weebly.com
