Summer Fun

Cosmic Baseball is coming to Syracuse! The glow-in-the-dark baseball experience will make its Central New York debut at NBT Bank Stadium.

Looking for free family fun in Central New York? New Hartford's Ice Cream Social is back with free treats, activities, raffles and more.

The New Hartford Public Library participates in the Make Music Happen program, allowing patrons to borrow instruments like guitars, violins, drums and saxophones for free for up to one year.

Kids can climb aboard real trains, enjoy free train rides and explore railroad equipment during Touch-A-Train Day.

New York is expanding free swim lessons for children through SUNY campuses and YMCA locations.

Ever wanted to learn how to fish? A free Learn to Fish event is coming to Utica Harbor Point.

Spotted a loon while kayaking or boating in New York? A new online tool lets you report sightings in less than 30 seconds, and every report helps researchers.

Remember summer vacations before smartphones and social media? Two New York destinations have been named among America’s best places for a nostalgic, old-school getaway.

Explore fire trucks, emergency vehicles, face painting and more at the New Hartford Fire Truck Spectacular!

Dangerous heat and humidity are returning to New York.

The Perseid meteor shower returns this summer, and 2026 could be one of the best years to watch. Here's when New Yorkers can see up to 100 shooting stars an hour.

The DEC has issued a swimming advisory after two people were bitten by a beaver.