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Posts from August 2026

A roaring fireplace inside a glamping tent at Bellfire in the Catskills

A getaway in the great outdoors doesn’t have to mean roughing it, or breaking the bank. Glamping combines the rustic retreat of camping with hotel amenities, offering cozy beds, electricity, private

Fall leaves at Planting Fields

Whether you’re looking for a last-minute retreat, have limited time to explore on your weekends, or you’re just looking to get out of the city for a few hours, you’ll find plenty of things to do and see within an hour of New York City.

Colorful hot air balloons soar over Letchworth State Park

From sun-soaked summer celebrations to cheerful holiday traditions, New York State is home to an eclectic array of festivals and events. We’ve rounded up 38 of the state’s coolest, quirkiest, and most magical festivals, from the Thousand Islands’ Pirate Days to Binghamton’s enchanting LUMA Projection Arts Festival. Add some of these one-of-a-kind celebrations to your festival bucket list and get inspired to start planning your next unforgettable New York State getaway. 

The Canandaigua Lady, a replica of a 19th-century double-decker paddlewheel boat, on the lake at sunset surrounded by fall foliage

Get out on the water and see New York State’s marvelous fall foliage from a different perspective! Witness the beautiful shades of autumn reflected on the water’s surface as you cruise along historic canals, pristine lakes, and tranquil rivers passing everything from lighthouses to castles aboard steamboats, luxury yachts, and other majestic vessels.

Whiteface

Named the No. 1 fall foliage destination the U.S. by Priceline, fall is a spectacular season in the Adirondacks. Outdoor adventurers can hike, climb, mountain bike, and canoe amidst colorful fall foliage. Visitors can stay in campgrounds or resorts within the six million acres of the Adirondack Park—with natural beauty everywhere you look!

A vibrant mural on the side of a building in Buffalo, NY

One of the best things about New York State is its history of welcoming immigrants and different cultures from around the world. Hispanic culture and its impact on culture in the United States can be experienced by visitors across New York in the form of neighborhood explorations, historical artifacts and art, dance, sports, comedy, theater, and of course, the food! Hispanic Heritage Month runs from September 15 to October 15, but you can enjoy many of the following activities all year long.

A colorful array of hot air balloons lift off from a grassy field, against a serene, partly cloudy sky at the Adirondack Balloon Festival.

Bid summer adieu and welcome autumn this September with exciting free and ticketed events across New York State.

A cluster of buildings surround a clock tower in the middle of red, orange, yellow, and green trees

New York State’s quaint towns and villages can be as picturesque as a postcard or as captivating as a TikTok, especially in the fall when their nature spots sparkle with colorful foliage

A hand holding an apple cider donut in front of a farmhouse with pumpkins lined up out front that reads "Indian Ladder Farms"

Why celebrate Halloween just once a year? Combine the best of sunny summer days and Halloween tricks and treats with a summerween adventure in New York State! Whether you’re looking to beat the crowds

Rich orange leaves blanket Sleepy Hollow Cemetery in the fall

With a famous name that appeals to the Halloween fan in everyone, Sleepy Hollow is a great weekend getaway destination, and not only on October 31. As the birthplace of the Headless Horseman