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Enjoy Events and Festivals

Celebrate, Learn, Enjoy!

Find exciting events all year long to celebrate canal heritage, arts, music, and the beauty and bounty of the Canalway Corridor.

Canal Clean Sweep

April 19, 20, 21
multiple sites

NYS Canal System Opening Day

May 17 (weather permitting)
STATEWIDE

Cycle the Erie Canal

July 7 - 14, 2024
Buffalo to Albany

Featured Community Events

Annual events include recreational activities, tours, concerts, and heritage celebrations.

I Love My Park Day

May 4   >>   Multiple Locations
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EarthFest 2024

MAY 4   >>   Canal Landing Park, Fayetteville
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Pedal-Paddle-Run

May 11   >>   AQUEDUCT PARK, NISKAYUNA
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The Old Erie Canal Boat Float

June 15   >>   Chittenango Landing Canal Boat Museum, Chittenango
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Donald Patneaude Memorial Towpath Regatta

June 20   >>   Gateway Landing Park, Schenectady
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Paddle the Canals: Mohawk River Expedition

JUNE 21 - 23   >>   CANAJOHARIE to SCHENECTADY
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Armond Bassett Canoe and Kayak Race

June 29   >>   MACEDON CANAL PARK, MACEDON
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49th Electric City Regatta

July 13   >>   LOCK 9 STATE CANAL PARK, ROTTERDAM
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Barge Chaser Race

July 14   >>   Kiwanis Park, Rotterdam
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On the Canals

Multiple Dates and Locations   >>   Multiple Locations
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