Springtime in the Finger Lakes and Western NY is a splendid, colorful (and muddy) time to enjoy flowers awakening and an end to the winter hibernation. There are many festivals, events and fun happenings in April and May 2023, like Kentucky Derby Parties, Wine and Beer tastings, fundraiser benefits, Lilac Festival, Food Truck Rodeo and more.
April & May Events: Spring things-to-do in Finger Lakes & WNY
Events may be canceled or postponed. Check websites before heading to event.
April Fools Drag Brunch at The Lake House – Canandaigua
- Saturday, April 1, 2023 (11am-2pm)
- The Lake House -770 South Main St. Canandaigua, NY
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- April Fools Queens, get in line for the best brunch in the FLX! Bring your funny bone, you will leave in stitches! After the show, all guests are invited to the Sand Bar to keep the party going.
2023 Easter Sunday
- Sunday, April 9, 2023
- Check out these local restaurants serving Easter brunch and Easter dinner…
- Easter Brunch / Dinner – Rochester & Finger Lakes
- Easter Brunch / Dinner – Syracuse & CNY
- Easter Brunch / Dinner – Buffalo & WNY
Comedy Show at the Naples Hotel – Naples
- Saturday, April 15, 2023 (8pm)
- The Naples Hotel -111 South Main St. Naples, NY
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- The laughs are coming to The Social Restaurant & Taproom when Homebrewed Comedy comes to The Naples Hotel in Naples, NY. Madelein Smith is headlining the show, and she’ll be there with Kendra Dawsey and host Mike Peters. Tickets are $5 and are available at the door.
Comedy Show at the Lock Stock Bar & Grill – Canandaigua
- Thursday, April 27, 2023 (8pm)
- Lock Stock Bar & Grill – 5436 State Rte 64. Canandaigua, NY
- Phone: 585-229-9848
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- Lock Stock Bar and Grill is hosting Homebrewed Comedy. Karen Rontowski is headlining the show and Cindy Arena and Becky Wiggins will join host Mike Peters. Tickets are $5 and are available at the door.
Wild Water Derby – Shortsville, NY
- April 29, 2023
- Flint Creek – Shortsville, NY
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- Ride down Flint’s Creek in a Raft, canoe, or whatever else floats. Participate in this wild adventure or bring your family to come and watch.
- The race starts off on the Canandaigua Outlet in historic Littleville (Hopewell), continues past Budd Park in Shortsville, and ends in Manchester just before the New York State Thruway. Spectators watch all along the waterfront with the biggest watching at Budd Park in Shortsville.
- The day also consists of the Wild Water Derby 5k, breakfast at Budd Park, Craft show, Raft parade, and award ceremony.
Cherry Blossom Festival – Buffalo NY
- April 29-30, 2023
- The Japanese Garden in Delaware Park – Buffalo, NY
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- See Pink clouds of cherry blossoms reflected on a lake.
Rochester Lilac Festival 2023
- May 12-21, 2023
- Highland Park, Rochester, NY
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- Rochester NY free festival with ten days and nights of festivities such as food vendors, live music and of course, lilacs.
Genny Fest™ Music Festival & Food-Truck Frenzy – Geneseo, NY
- On campus at SUNY Geneseo – Geneseo, NY
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- Genny Fest is a free music-and-food festival hosted each spring on campus featuring live music and food trucks.
2023 Mother’s Day
- Sunday, May 14, 2023
- Check out these local restaurants serving Mother’s Day brunch and dinner…
- Mother’s Day Brunch Restaurants | Rochester & Finger Lakes
- Mother’s Day Restaurants | Syracuse CNY
- Mother’s Day Restaurants | Buffalo WNY
Dansville Dogwood Festival – Dansville, NY
- May 18-21, 2023
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- Carnival – Thursday, Friday,Saturday. Parade Saturday 5 pm. 5k walk/run. Various other events during week.
Williamson Apple Blossom Festival – Williamson, NY
- May 18-21, 2023
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- The Apple Blossom Festival has been recognized as the longest continually running festival in New York State. Featuring a parade, live music and food. Fireworks on Saturday.
Finger Lakes Celtic Games and Festival – Canandaigua, NY
- Saturday, May 20, 2023 (9:30am-7pm)
- Lincoln Hill Farm– 3792 NY 247, Canandaigua, NY
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- The Finger Lakes Celtic Games and Festival features the culture of Ireland, Scotland, Wales and Cornwall with food, historical presentations, competitions, vendors, entertainment, dance and music.
Newfane Apple Blossom Festival – Newfane, NY
- Sunday, May 21, 2023
- Country Village – 2685 West Creek Rd. Newfane, NY
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- Enjoy local foods, live performances, flea market and craft vendors, historical demos, animal exhibits, car and tractor displays, historical reenactments and hands-on activities.
The Skycoasters – Opening Night at the Farm – Canandaigua
- Saturday, May 27, 2023
- Lincoln Hill Farms – Rte 247, Canandaigua, NY
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- Enjoy 2023 opening night at the farm with live music by The Skycoasters. Doors open 5pm
2023 National Lake Trout Derby on Seneca Lake
- May 27-29, 2023
- Seneca Lake, Geneva, NY
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- Fishermen compete for prizes for largest Lake Trout, Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout or Landlocked Salmon at the National Lake Trout Derby on Seneca Lake.
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