NEWSLETTER
Saturday Market Takeover Returns June 28 in Downtown Auburn
Cayuga County (June 2025) — Now in its twelfth year, the Finger Lakes Sweet Treat Trail returns for the 2025 season with 22 delicious stops celebrating the best in locally made confections, seasonal produce, and farm-fresh flavors. Running from May through November, the trail offers a self-guided culinary journey through Cayuga County, inviting visitors to taste their way across the region, from dairies and orchards to bakeries, cafes, and farm shops.
This year’s trail centers around the theme of sustainable agriculture, encouraging trail-goers to connect not only with local flavor but with the farms and producers behind each treat. Many of the stops offer insight into Cayuga County’s agricultural roots, giving guests the opportunity to visit working farms, meet local makers, and experience the land firsthand.
“Visit our farms and see where the products and ingredients come from for our other partners along the trail,” encourages the Cayuga County Office of Tourism. “See the land, take pictures of the animals, and get to know where your food comes from.”
Trail maps and brochures are available at the NYS Equal Rights Heritage Center in Auburn and at participating businesses. Guests can also visit TourCayuga.com for an interactive guide and full list of 2025 partners. From homemade jams and maple syrup to gluten-free baked goods and artisan honey, the Finger Lakes Sweet Treat Trail offers something for every palate and every age.
Saturday Market Takeover: One Sweet Day in Auburn – June 28
The highlight of this year’s trail will be the Sweet Treat Trail Market Takeover, happening on Saturday, June 28, in the courtyard of the NYS Equal Rights Heritage Center in downtown Auburn. This special one-day event brings trail partners together in a festive atmosphere of food, family, and fun.
Held in collaboration with Auburn’s weekly Saturday Market, the Takeover transforms the space into a high-energy food fair complete with live music, kids’ activities, and opportunities to meet the makers behind the trail. Whether you're a returning fan or discovering the trail for the first time, the Market Takeover offers a chance to sample a wide range of treats in one convenient and celebratory setting. Admission is free, and all are welcome. Attendees are encouraged to bring their trail brochure or download one online to keep track of stops they’ve visited .
Whether you're planning a summer getaway or looking for something sweet and local to enjoy with family and friends, the 2025 Finger Lakes Sweet Treat Trail is a flavorful way to explore Cayuga County.
For more information, visit TourCayuga.com or stop by the Equal Rights Heritage Center at 25 South Street, Auburn, NY.
About Cayuga County Convention & Visitors Bureau:
The Cayuga County Convention & Visitors Bureau (CCCVB) is Cayuga County’s tourism promotion agency. We increase tourism and related revenues through promotion and research-based targeted marketing, and we improve the visitor experience by providing data and training to local hospitality industry providers. We continuously work to increase tourism and improve the visitor experience, which in turn stimulates economic growth and sustains recreational and cultural opportunities in the County.
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Press Contact:
Noah Howard
Public Relations Manager