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For four days, the town of Homer will be filled with Huskies, but not the kind attached to a sled. Truck buffs, regional history enthusiasts, and festival-goers come in hoards to the 24th Annual Brockway Truck Show, August 8-11, for the sights and sounds of the Brockway Motor Truck Co. legacy. A majority of the show's events will take place at the Central New York Living History Center, which is…

Ramblers, let's get rambling! Get ready for a toe-tapping, finger-snapping, front porch pickin' good time! It's the 51st Annual Bill Knowlton's Bluegrass Ramble & Picnic. WHENSunday, August 4, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. WHEREDwyer Memorial Park6799 Little York Lake Road WHAT TO EXPECT The oldest bluegrass festival in New York State and arguably amongst its finest, this event is not to be missed. Pack a…

Join the Cortland Arts Connect at their Art, Music, Food & Craft Beverage Festival in historic downtown Cortland for a day of music, shopping, tasting, and creating. Keep reading for more details. WHEN Saturday, August 3, 10 a.m. -5 p.m. WHERE Court Street (between Main St and Curch St), Downtown Cortland NY   WHAT TO EXPECT Cortland Arts of Main will host more than 20 fantastic artists, with a…

The 50-mile garage sale snakes along Route 90, from Homer to Montezuma, July 27-28, this year. The event takes on the air of a festival with impromptu BBQs, bake sales, lemonade stands, and pop-up breakfast stops sprinkled along the way. The wineries, breweries, shops, and restaurants throw open their doors to weary antiquers and bargain hunters alike. You never know precisely what you'll find at…

Get ready to shop till you drop! The 43rd Annual Holiday in Homer is back for another year in the Village of Homer. Guests will be treated to 80 plus vendors, live entertainment for all ages, horse-drawn wagon rides, quilt shows, a library book sale, and so much more! WHEN Saturday, July 20, from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm. WHERE Homer Village Greens28 S. Main Street, Homer WHERE TO PARK Parking will be…

Happy 248 Birthday to the good ol' US of A. She sure looks good for her age. And what better way to celebrate than small-town style, where our flavors, fun, and fireworks are extra large! Here a just a few of the places you can spend a summer day celebrating with the family before the grand finale. CINCINNATUS HOMETOWN DAYS & FIREWORKSJune 29-30 (8am-9pm)Throughout Downtown Cincinnatus Are you…

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…

Nothing beats a little good ol' fashioned family fun under the summer sun. Head on down to Homer June 20-22 for parades, live music, eats, treats, carnival rides, and games. With so much fun happening during Homer Firemen's Field Days, why would you miss it? Homer Firemen's Field Days Homer Firemen's Field Days are back June 20-22, and bigger than ever! Homer Firemen's Field Days open Thursday…

Memorial Day has come and gone which means summer has (un)officially started! 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 June that you don't want to miss out…

The days are warm and the nights cool, September lingers somewhere between summer and autumn. It's the perfect time of year for outdoor adventures. So get off the beaten path and get back to nature: explore our backwoods, swim in a mountain lake, let your hair down at outdoor music festivals, and soar through the forest canopy. Cortland County is the perfect place to embrace your inner wild child…

Summer always brings back childhood memories of melting ice cream cones, fishing poles, camping trips, parades, and adventures in the sun. It's not too late to recapture those carefree days. We have just the itinerary, whether you're young or young at heart, to create lasting summer memories, you'll treasure for years to come. LODGING Book your stay at the Yellow Lantern Kampground for the…

Shake, rattle and roll your way to Cortland County to experience all things rock ‘n roll. From toe-tappin’ concerts to electrifying murals, and food that will have your taste buds singing, you’ll find more than one way to satisfy your rock ‘n roll soul with this 48-hour itinerary. DAY 1 Start your day off with a hearty breakfast at the Cortland Diner in downtown Cortland. Go classic with…

Liquid sunshine on ice, the first sip of lemonade is filled with nostalgic memories of summertime and childhood. Sweet or tart, yellow, pink (or even blue) nothing satisfies on a warm day like an ice-cold glass of lemonade. While the classic will never go out of style, Cortland County has put a spin on the summer staple and infused it with colors, flavors, and textures like never before! Here a…

Both fresh and frozen blueberries bought from the store are great, but picking your own fresh blueberries from a u-pick farm just makes them taste that much better.  Lucky for us, there are several places in Cortland County where you can pick your own fresh fruit and stock up for the months to come.  Here is a list of u-pick blueberry farms throughout the county that make it easy to pick your…

Seedstock Music Festival is celebrating its tenth year! We were curious about the work that goes into building its custom stage.   Check out the timelapse! Share your Cortland County adventures with us for a chance to be featured! Tag @experiencecortland and tag #experiencecortland.

  This past weekend, Experience Cortland made the journey (finally) to Cortland’s Seedstock music festival. The festival is held at Reed’s Seeds on Route 215, just a few miles south of the City of Cortland.   This was Seedstock IX. When the festival first started out, it was just a one day gathering for friends and family for them to play and hear great local music. Nine…

Blueberry picking, ice cream eating, mini golfing, and adventure seeking is all here in Cortland County this summer! The kids are out of school so why not get outside and enjoy the summertime. Explore these 5 fun activities to do with your family this summer!   1. Blueberry Picking at Hall's Hill Blueberry Farm   Located just a short drive from downtown Cortland,…

The family friendly, easily accessible trail at Tinker Falls...   This past Sunday we explored Tinker Falls located in the 1,483 acre Labrador Hollow Unique area for a quick adventure.   This impressive 50-foot waterfall is super accessible. Right off of NY Rt 91, there is plenty of parking right across the street from the trail entrance, or handicap parking right by the start of the…