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Special Events Planned for State Parks, Historic Sites and Communities Throughout the State

More Than 200 Events Listed on I LOVE NY's America 250 Calendar

Governor Kathy Hochul today highlighted events happening across New York State to commemorate America's 250th birthday, encouraging residents and visitors alike to explore the state's diverse attractions and regions. More than 200 immersive activities and exhibitions are planned across the state, from tall ships converging on New York City and authentic Revolutionary War reenactments, to exhibits presenting the Black and Indigenous perspective on the Revolution and the continued efforts for equal rights. A comprehensive list of events statewide — with new opportunities added daily — can be found on the I LOVE NY website.

Brooklyn, NY (June 4, 2026)  — Today, Team Dumbo announced the launch of the “Dumbo Day Pass + Sweepstakes,” a neighborhood-wide initiative designed to encourage visitors attending the Adidas FIFA World Cup Fan Zone at Emily Warren Roebling Plaza in Brooklyn Bridge Park to explore and support Dumbo’s thriving ecosystem of small businesses, restaurants, galleries, and shops.

The Dumbo Day Pass program, running from June 11 through July 19, combines tourism management, local discovery, and digital innovation.

Extremely rare Revolutionary War knapsack and note from a Continental soldier implores future generations to “never surrender your liberties

Ticonderoga, N.Y. — For a limited time, July through August 2, Fort Ticonderoga will display one of its most significant objects: Benjamin Warner’s Knapsack. Carried by Revolutionary War soldier Benjamin Warner and handed down to his descendants, the knapsack has survived with a call to future generations to defend America’s hard-won liberty against all threats.

Family Fishing Fun for All Ages and Abilities on Saturday, June 6

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and Onondaga County Parks today announced a free, family-friendly learn to fish event on Saturday, June 6, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Carpenter's Brook Fish Hatchery, 1672 Route 321, in Elbridge.

Cayuga County (June 2026) – Tour Cayuga is pleased to announce the recipients of its 2026 Tourism Support Grant program. This year, a total of $30,000 has been awarded to support 22 local events, programs, and community experiences taking place throughout Cayuga County.

Special guests include Sesame Street actor Sonia Manzano, author Isaac Butler, David Schachter and Roe Bressan with Buddies, screenwriter Douglas Wright with Quills, and more

New co-creation studio and education space MoMI LAB to open June 13

Astoria, New York, June 3, 2026 — This June, Museum of the Moving Image invites soccer fans to World Cup–related events, including a free family day and live watch parties in the Redstone Theater. The museum also celebrates Pride Month and Juneteenth; and launches the screening series De Palma: Summer of Suspense, featuring thirteen films directed by Brian De Palma, and Culture Wars!, programmed in conjunction with Isaac Butler’s new book The Perfect Moment: God, Sex, Art, and the Birth of America’s Culture Wars (Bloomsbury Publishing). In addition, the Museum will open MoMI LAB, its new co-creation lab and education space focused on emerging technologies, on June 13, along with the screening and event series Get Off the Internet.

Sunday, June 14^th at 2:00pm

Staatsburg, N.Y.  (06/03/26) - Bring your creativity and enjoy a relaxed afternoon crafting in a beautiful historic setting at Staatsburgh State Historic Site on Sunday, June 14^th at 2:00pm. Quilling is the art of creating designs using rolled, shaped, and glued paper. This popular two-hour workshop is led by returning instructor Grace Burns and is perfect for all skill levels.

Now seeking donations, sponsorships and volunteers

Glens Falls, NY — The Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall, a three-fifths scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., will be coming to Glens Falls in August 2026. This powerful tribute honors the more than 58,000 men and women who lost their lives in service during the Vietnam War, and provides an opportunity for remembrance, education, and healing.