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Participating organizations will race to complete the most rides across Luna Park’s eight roller coasters, with the winning team receiving a $10,000 donation

Brooklyn, NY (August 10, 2026) – Luna Park in Coney Island, New York City’s ultimate destination for amusement and thrills, will celebrate National Roller Coaster Day with its Charity Coasterthon on Sunday, August 16, 2026. This year’s event takes on added significance as Luna Park celebrates the 99th anniversary of the legendary Coney Island Cyclone and continues the countdown to the iconic coaster’s historic centennial in 2027. Bringing together local charities for two hours of nonstop thrills, the Coasterthon will raise funds and awareness for organizations making a meaningful impact in their communities.

Somewhere, Virginia

Written by John Harney, Directed by Anna Rebek

New York, N.Y. (August 10, 2026) – Theater for the New City, Executive Artistic Director, Crystal Field, presents Somewhere, Virginia,  a new play written by John Harney. Anna Rebek directs a cast of four, including Jake Steinberg, Janelle Clayton, Chase Cortland Erwin, and Laura Whittenberger. Five performances will be staged from September 8-12, 2026 as part of the 14th Dream Up Festival at The Johnson Theater at Theater for the New City, 155 First Avenue, New York, NY 10003.

CHAIRity Auction Offers Chance to Take Home Creatively Refurbished Items

Cape Vincent, N.Y. - Downtown Cape Vincent will be abuzz with live music of all kinds as the Cape Vincent Arts Council presents its 10th annual “Stroll on Broadway” Music Fest on Saturday, August 29, from 9:15 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. (Rain date: Sunday, August 30.) The free event will feature 17 musical acts performing on the porches and patios of local businesses along Broadway Street in downtown Cape Vincent. The “Stroll” will also feature sidewalk sales, artists, and children’s entertainment on the Village Green.

Riverhead, NY (August 6, 2026) --- On Saturday, August 15, Historic Hallockville Museum Farm in Riverhead will rock on and on when it hosts Hallockville Hootenanny, a full day, free music festival featuring performances by five talented Long Island bands. From noon to 7 p.m. the picturesque grounds surrounding the farm’s Naugles Barn will come alive with music, local food trucks and vendors, and family-friendly fun.

Unlimited visits, free parking and regional access unlock adventures at Canada's Wonderland, Cedar Point, Kings Island and more through 2027

Darien Center, N.Y. (Aug. 7, 2026) – Six Flags Darien Lake today launched sales of its 2027 Season Passes at the lowest price guests will see this season or next, giving families the opportunity to enjoy unlimited thrills, waterpark fun and seasonal events through the remainder of 2026 and all of 2027.

New York, N.Y. - Twenty-five years after the devastating attacks of September 11, Gary Marlon Gere (Taxicab Chronicles) brings his deeply personal new play, RECOVERY, to the stage with its world premiere at the Broadway Bound Theatre Festival, running August 13–15 at AMT Theater. The production is directed by Dennis Oliveira.

A family-friendly day of music, food, local vendors, and outdoor fun in New York’s "Forever Wild” Catskill Mountains.

Claryville, N.Y. — Frost Valley YMCA invites families, friends, and outdoor enthusiasts to celebrate the beauty of autumn at the 2nd Annual Frost Valley Fall Fest on Sunday, October 4, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Set against the vibrant backdrop of peak Catskills foliage, this all-ages festival offers a full day of seasonal fun featuring live entertainment, local food, hands-on activities, and artisan vendors.

Make a Weekend of It

Rochester, NY (August 10, 2026)— Looking for a late-summer weekend getaway? Rochester's Memorial Art Gallery (MAG) will welcome thousands of art lovers, families, foodies, and craft enthusiasts for the 69th annual M&T Bank Clothesline Art & Fine Craft Festival on August 29 & 30. One of the longest-running art festivals on the East Coast, Clothesline transforms MAG's grounds into a two-day celebration featuring nearly 400 artists and vendors, live music, food trucks, family activities, craft beer, and one-of-a-kind art and fine craft from across the region.

Family-Friendly Event Welcomes Anglers of All Ages and Abilities August 15

Utica, N.Y. - The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), in partnership with Cornell Cooperative Extension of Oneida County 4-H and the City of Utica, will host a free Learn-to-Fish event on Saturday, August 15, at Utica Harbor Point. Learning to fish encourages outdoor recreation, promotes stewardship of fisheries, and introduces participants to safe and responsible angling.

Opening Reception: Thursday, August 27 | 5:00–7:00 p.m.
Exhibitions on View: August 27 – September 24

Rochester, N.Y. – The Genesee Valley Council on the Arts (GVCA) is pleased to present two exhibitions opening on Thursday, August 27, with a joint public reception from 5:00 to 7:00pm. Both exhibitions will remain on view through September 24, 2026.