The Beat

December 6, 2024–January 24, 2025

Astoria, New York, November 21, 2024 — There’s nothing like a vast cinematic outdoor canvas of blinding white, or an interior scene surrounded by delicate falling snow. Museum of the Moving Image (MoMI) will present the screening series See It Big: Let It Snow, from December 6, 2024, to January 24, 2025. Arriving in time for the holidays, this edition of See It Big—the Museum’s signature series featuring classic films on the big screen—includes 14 films that capture the magic and majesty of winter, from cozy holiday settings to forbidding snowy landscapes.

Utica, N.Y. (November 25, 2024) – Oneida County Tourism proudly announces the addition of two highly accomplished professionals to its Board of Directors: Michael Lehr, VP of Marketing and Content for the Utica Comets, and Danny Frieden, Co-Owner of Copper City Brewing Co. in Rome, NY. Their combined expertise will strengthen Oneida County Tourism’s strategy and expand our insight into both sports tourism and agritourism.

Canandaigua, NY (11/27/24) – Roseland Waterpark is delighted to announce that construction has commenced on a new Mini Golf Course. This project marks a significant enhancement to the park's existing attractions, offering a new and exciting activity for the Canandaigua and Finger Lakes community. Scheduled to open its doors in the Spring of 2025, this new feature aims to bring even more joy and entertainment to families and visitors of the Finger Lakes and beyond.

New York, N.Y. – Dances With Films’ 3rd New York City edition of the bicoastal film festival is set to hit the Big Apple December 5-8. Packed with close to 150 feature-length narratives, documentaries, pilots, and shorts making their world, North American, and US premieres as DWF showcases those new works as part of the only indie film-focused film festival with a foothold in both Los Angeles and New York. Evan Oppenheimer’s Peas and Carrots will make its world premiere on Opening Night, and Christina Elioupolos’ Here’s Yianni! is the Closing Night selection.

New York, NY – SoHo Playhouse announces the lineup for the 2025 International Fringe Encore Theater Series, running Off-Broadway January 2 – March 2, 2025.

Albany, NY – Looking for fun, budget-friendly ways to enjoy the holidays? The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation invites you to explore an array of festive events at the 18 NYS Parks and Historic Sites in the Capital Region. From charming luminary walks to crafty holiday markets, most activities are free or cost less than $5 per person. Here are some highlights of this year’s holiday offerings:…

September 21, 2025

Lewiston, N. Y. – Twenty-seven-time Grammy Award winner Alison Krauss announced today that Alison Krauss & Union Station featuring Jerry Douglas will perform at the Artpark Mainstage Theater on Sunday, September 21, 2025 at 7:30PM with special guest Willie Watson.

Their Arcadia 2025 Tour is the first tour together in a decade, and will see the acclaimed group playing 73 dates across the United States and Canada throughout 2025. They are also set to release new music next year. …

Destiny USA’s Display Pyramids Have Been Decorated and Filled with Raffle Items to Raise Funds for Rahab Refuges’ House of Hope Residential Program

Syracuse, NY (December 3, 2024) – Destiny USA is proud to once again partner with Rahab Refuge Ministries this holiday season by hosting their Annual Festival of Trees, running now through January 5, 2024. This inspiring fundraising event benefits the House of Hope, a residential program providing shelter and support for trafficking survivors in Central New York.

Wednesday, December 11, 3:30–6:30 pm

One-day marketplace features more than 75 Skidmore students selling jewelry, clothing, pottery and more

Tang publications also discounted

Saratoga Springs, NY (December 3, 2024) — The Frances Young Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery at Skidmore College invites the public to the Tang Bazaar. The annual one-day event brings student creativity into the marketplace, with more than 75 students selling wares, including art, jewelry, clothing, and pottery. The event takes place on Wednesday, December 11, from 3:30 to 6:30 pm at the Tang.

Orange County, N.Y. - Orange County, N.Y., is a paradise for holiday shoppers to find unique, hand-crafted gifts – and to make some special memories of the season while they’re searching.

For hand-crafted finds, boutique clothes, antiques and more, Orange County is a treasure trove of discoveries. One-of-a-kind shops bring charm and wonder to downtowns bursting with history and character. From Sugar Loaf Arts & Crafts Village, an entire artisans’ hamlet with more than 20 shops, to family-owned stores in almost every downtown, you’ll find something special for everyone.