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A person raises a glass of beer as a donkey looks on in the background at Heritage Hill Brewhouse

New York State has a wealth of award-winning wineries, breweries, and cideries in every corner of the state, many of which welcome children—and sometimes even well-behaved pets. Added amenities and activities for kids, caregivers, and designated drivers make it easy for everyone to have fun together. 

Buffalo and Erie County Naval and Military Park

Meet Buffalo, New York’s second-largest city—home to world-famous food, a legendary minor league baseball team, and tons of fun things for the whole family to do.

Historical reenactors in period attire march across a grassy meadow, carrying muskets and gear with misty mountains in the background during a Real Time Revolution event at Fort Ticonderoga.

From the scenic shores of Lake Champlain to the bustling streets of Lower Manhattan, New York State served as a critical battleground in the fight for American independence. One-third of the…

Bear Mountain in Fall

Feel liberated while you hike through New York State this fall. From the Appalachian Trail to the Catskill Mountains to Adirondack Park, there is endless natural beauty, and foliage, across our great state, and now is the time to experience it!…

Jazz At Lincoln Center _ Photo by Marley White - Courtesy of NYC & Co

From jazz and spoken word to rock 'n' roll, R&B, and hip-hop, Black music is a global language and innovation. Rooted in soul, rhythm, storytelling, resistance, and joy, it has shaped how people celebrate, express love, build identity and community, and imagine freedom.

June is Black Music Month, a time to honor the artists, sounds, and culture that have shaped generations and New York State’s soundscape. From Harlem, Queens, and the Bronx to Buffalo, Rochester, and Long Island, experience the cultural landmarks, festivals, museums, and theaters that continue to preserve and celebrate this legacy. 

downtown Schenectady

Travel to Schenectady for a weekend rich in history, art, and fun. It is here where Thomas Edison founded the General Electric Company, where New York State named its first historic district, and it’s home to Proctors Theatre, a former vaudeville house where countless famous artists have performed.

American Roots Music Festival

Get your sunscreen ready… it’s music festival season in New York State! From jazz to blues to indie rock to classical to country, there's a festival to satisfy every music taste.

A pink and white RV camper nestled in the green forest

Across New York State, Black-owned businesses are shaping culture through craftsmanship, storytelling, and design.

A little boy with headphones on listening to an exhibit at Bethel Woods

New York State offers travelers the opportunity to explore places where the pursuit of freedom unfolded. Across small towns, historic villages, and cultural landmarks, abolitionists, freedom seekers, and Black communities helped shape the nation’s journey toward liberty.

family of four on maid of the mist boat tour

Summer travel for Black families is more than a vacation, it's layers of connection. Cultural landmarks invite reflection. Parks and waterfronts encourage exploration. Black-owned restaurants and…