Summer Event Series: The Best Things To Do in July
School is officially out which means summer is upon us - and so is vacation season! Cortland County offers locals and those beyond so many events for families, kids, and outdoor enthusiasts that it can be hard to know where to start. We'll be showcasing county happenings each month to keep you up-to-date and in the know - check out these exciting events happening this July that you don't want to miss out on.
Don't forget to tag your Cortland County summer adventures with #experiencecortland for a chance to be featured!
For a full list of Cortland County happenings, visit our events calendar.
July 5 (at dusk)
Hope Lake Park
2000 State Route 392, Cortland
Join ;Greek Peak Mountain Resort at Hope Lake Park on July 5 an evening filled with fireworks, live music, mouthwatering food, and endless fun! Enjoy boating, fishing, and swimming on the lake. Don't forget to bring blankets and lawn chairs to relax and enjoy the fabulous fireworks display at dusk.
CORTLAND COUNTY INDEPENDENCE DAY SPECTACULAR
July 6 (2-10 pm)
Dwyer Memorial Park
6799 Little York Lake Rd, Preble
Celebrate freedom and family all day long on July 6 at Cortland County’s Annual Fireworks event! Included in this year’s event will feature live local music. Bring your appetite; several local food vendors will be on hand throughout the afternoon as well as a cash bar. Center for the Arts is providing a day filled with live music on the outdoor stage!
The annual fireworks show kicks off at dusk and will be bigger, better and longer this year! Don’t forget to turn your radio to x101 Always Classic for the annual sky concert during the show.
There is a $5 charge per vehicle to enter the park for the day. In the event of rain, the show will be on July 7.
Wednesdays through August (7pm)
Homer Village Green
28 South Main Street, Homer NY
July Schedule
On July 9, the 69th Cortland County Junior Fair kicks off and runs to July 13. Over the course of the week, fairgoers can see and participate in a number of events, including livestock shows, agricultural exhibits, veggie car races, the pie social, animal costume contests, and much more. On July 13, the fair ends with a bang, with fireworks at dusk. As always, there's no admission for the annual event, making it the perfect family outing.
CORTLAND YOUTH BUREAU SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
Courthouse Park,
July 18: Steve Romer
July 25: Taylor Made
RED OAK MUSIC SERIES
June 13 (noon-6pm)
Lime Hollow Nature Center
The Lime Hollow Nature Center and the Center for the Arts of Homer have partnered together to present the Red Oak Music & Art Fest - an outdoor, family-friendly, music series. Enjoy Live performances at two professionally equipped stages, featuring Second Spring, Elderly Brothers, Leo & The Mayday's, Harmonic Dirt and People People
In between sets, wander the vendor trail filled with all sorts of handmade goods, one-of-a-kind items, and sweet treats, all immersed in nature. Refreshments, field games, and other activities will take place during the event, and hiking, picnicking, and exploring are encouraged. Admission is free (donations will be accepted to support programs at Lime Hollow and the Center for the Arts). Performances and outdoor activities will take place at Lime Hollow’s beautiful education campus at 3277 Gracie Road.
HOLIDAY IN HOMER72 South Main Street, Homer
28 South Main Street, Homer
At 4pm the artist will return to the Center for the Art to submit their work and enjoy a cocktail hour before the Featured Artist presentation, reception, public sale, and awards ceremony take place from 6-8pm. For artist participation sign up click here.
Route 90, Homer NY
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