It’s the most wonderful time of the year, when New York State’s beautiful Gilded Age mansions and historic estates deck their halls with brightly lit trees, elegant wreaths, glittering ornaments, and festive garland.
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The weather may be cooling down, but the concert calendar is bringing the heat in New York State with artists spanning all genres making tour stops before the year is up.
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.
All the Free Concerts and Things to Do at the 2026 Great New York State Fair
Aug 05, 2026 by Marta Zielinska
Looking for the ultimate summer celebration? The 2026 Great New York State Fair takes over the fairgrounds in Syracuse from August 26 to September 7, 2026, delivering 13 days of big-name entertainment, incredible food, and budget-friendly family fun.
Get Into the Olympic Spirit in New York State
Feb 05, 2026 by Marta Zielinska
While the 2026 Winter Olympics are taking place in Italy, you can embrace the Olympic spirit right here in New York State.
Book Lover's Guide to New York State
Feb 05, 2026 by Marta Zielinska
Book lovers, pack your bags for a literary adventure in New York State! From browsing the iconic stacks of the New York Public Library, to hunting for treasures in a Catskills book village, to visiting the homes of Washington Irving, Walt Whitman, and other famous authors, get ready to write your own chapter of bookish bliss with these literary destinations in New York State.
From its world-renowned wine region and grand Gold Coast estates to its pristine white sand beaches and Hollywood-approved Hamptons hangouts, Long Island exudes luxury. Once a popular summer retreat for some of America’s most prominent early 20th century families, you don’t need to be a Vanderbilt to enjoy finer things in life on Long Island.
Feel the demands of daily life melt away as you indulge in a world of tranquility and rejuvenation on a wellness retreat steeped in luxury in New York State. Recharge your body, mind, and soul with…
New York on a Budget: Free and Low Cost Things to Do in Hudson Valley
Jan 03, 2026 by Marta Zielinska
Magnificent landscapes, historic estates, eclectic museums, art in unique settings, Gilded Age mansions, and a renowned food scene — the Hudson Valley truly has it all. Though it boasts million dollar views that attracted the nation’s richest families and inspired some of the greatest works of American art, exploring one of National Geographic Traveler’s Top 20 must-see places of the world without breaking the bank has never been easier. …
Whether you’re looking to shake off the winter blues, relax after the holidays, or kick off your wellness journey in the new year, one thing is for sure, a New York State winter getaway is better with friends.