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Glens Falls, NY – The Hyde Collection is proud to announce the first annual Glens Falls Plein Air Festival, a vibrant week-long celebration of outdoor painting to be held July 27 through August 2, 2026, in Glens Falls, New York. Set in the heart of “Hometown USA,” the festival will showcase the natural beauty, historic charm, and distinct character of the Glens Falls region—framed by the breathtaking landscapes of the Adirondack Mountains.

New York State’s largest multidisciplinary performing arts festival celebrates its 15^th season with 715 performances of 297 productions at 45 venues in just 12 days

Including New Details on Unprecedented Garden-Wide Takeover by Internationally Acclaimed Artist KAWS in Summer 2027

Bronx, NY — The New York Botanical Garden (NYBG) today announced its lineup of major exhibitions through the summer of 2028 and released new information about summer 2027’s KAWS, an unprecedented exhibition from the internationally acclaimed artist that will span the Garden’s 250-acre landscape.

Cape Vincent, N.Y. – Rock in an Allman Brothers vein will be featured as Potsdam’s Foolish Pride takes the stage at the next Concert on the Green in Cape Vincent on Saturday, July 18 from 4:00-5:30 p.m. Presented by the Cape Vincent Arts Council, the free concert takes place on the Cape Vincent Village Green, 357 Broadway St. along the St. Lawrence River, within walking distance of shops and cafes in downtown Cape Vincent.

Chef Joseph Michaud’s intimate five-course dining experience returns this August and September following a fully booked inaugural run.

Saratoga Springs, N.Y. — Following the success of its inaugural run, Standard Fare has announced four new dates for OFF MENU, an intimate five-course tasting experience led by Chef Joseph Michaud.

Lake George, N.Y. (July 14, 2026) — As the nation continues to celebrate and reflect on the 250th anniversary of American independence, the historic “Repose of the Fallen” procession and memorial ceremony at Lake George Battlefield Park can now be experienced online through the release of an official commemorative video and photo galleries.

July 27 - August 16 at The Gene Frankel Theatre in NoHo

New York, N.Y. - The Gene Frankel Theatre Festival returns for its Summer 2026 Edition, presenting 28 New York and World Premieres from July 27 through August 16 at the historic Gene Frankel Theatre in Manhattan.

Following the success of its inaugural Summer Festival in 2025 and its acclaimed Winter Festival later that year, the Gene Frankel Theatre Festival has quickly established itself as one of New York's most selective showcases for contemporary theatre. This year's Festival marks its most competitive edition to date, with just 29 productions selected from nearly 200 submissions by playwrights, producers, and theatre companies from across the country.

Lectures will feature authors, historians, and scholars showcasing a variety of research and perspectives on the Revolutionary period.

Kingston, NY – Senate House State Historic Site is announcing its Voices of Revolution: 250th Anniversary Lecture Series. In commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, attendees can dive a bit deeper into this fascinating period in American History, with talks from authors, scholars, and more. Each will offer their unique perspectives on the American Revolution and the time period surrounding it. All talks will be held on their respective dates at 6:30pm in the site’s Museum Building.

Featuring 21 Classical, Jazz, Folk, and Global Music Concerts from October 2026 through May 2027 in the Music Room of the Historic Rosen House

Katonah, NY – Caramoor Center for Music and the Arts, a vibrant cultural destination nestled on 81 acres of historic gardens and woodlands in Katonah, NY, announces the 2026-2027 season of its intimate Rosen House Concert Series, which includes twenty-one performances featuring classical, jazz, folk, and global music held from October 2026 through May 2027. Caramoor also continues its commitment to mentoring the next generation of classical musicians with its annual Evnin Rising Stars and Schwab Vocal Rising Stars programs, as well as the Ernst Stiefel String Quartet-in-Residence, held this season by the Renaissance String Quartet.