August Events in Syracuse, NY

As the great Taylor Swift once said, "Don’t let August slip away into a moment in time". Check out these upcoming August events in Syracuse, NY. There's still plenty of summer in Syracuse throughout the month. We have more music, festivals and the Great NYS Fair to look forward too. Let's check it out!

Hanover Thursday’s Music Series

August 1, 2024 every Thursday; Hanover Square, Syracuse, NY

This annual and awesome weekly concert series begins August 1st in Hanover Square. For 5  weeks, Hanover Thursday’s brings area artists, foods, and drinks together every Thursday in the month. The show starts promptly at 5 pm with with the music styles of DJ Joe Driscoll followed by a different band each week. These events are free and open to the public of all ages. While you're there enjoy local restaurants and outdoor seating at places like Maxwells, Orbis, Eden, and the Fish Fiar.

Middle Ages 29th Anniversary Celebration

August 4; Leavenworth Park, Syracuse, NY

This annual family-friendly event features popular area bands, food vendors and of course Middle Ages craft brews. Feel free to bring chairs, pop-up tents and food. This year's musical lineup includes Dark Hollow, Adam Ezra Group, PEAK, and Pat Tato & The Baked Potatoes. Food trucks include Eva's European Sweets, Food Rescue, Funk & Waffles, Limp Lizard, Oompa Loompyas, PB &J’s Lunch Box, Phokouttahere, RoadTeam Pub, Skippys Ice Cream, and Toss N Fire.

St. George Macedonian Ethnic Festival

August 2-4; St. George Macedonian Eastern Orthodox Church, Syracuse, NY

Join in on the celebration of  Macedonian culture at the annual St. George Macedonian Ethnic Festival. Attendees can enjoy Macedonian music, tour the St. George Macedonian Orthodox Church, purchase traditional goods and have a taste of traditional food, baked goods and drinks. 

Brew at the Zoo

August 2; Rosamond Gifford Zoo, Syracuse, NY

This popular, annual beer-tasting fundraiser features a selection of regional craft beers, wines and cocktails. You'll enjoy a variety of local food trucks, live entertainment throughout the zoo, animals on evening exhibit, a silent auction features animal artwork, collectables, dining experiences, movie and sports memorabilia, and more!

Hayden Jewelers VIP Lounge tickets provide access to exclusive areas and beverage tastings, appetizers by Catering at the Zoo Executive Chef Allison Walts, animal greeters and dedicated VIP comfort stations for $87.50 for zoo members and $90 for non-members.

Blueberry Jam Festival

August 3; Critz Farms, Cazenovia, NY

This all-day family-friendly festival offers something for everyone. Enjoy live music, children’s entertainment, farm tours, food trucks, U-pick blueberries, and blueberry inspired cider and beer. Live music begins at 12:00 pm and runs through 6:00 pm. Try blueberry fritters and other goodies when you shop in their local cafe. This beautiful summer celebration is one you won't want to miss!

The 81st CNY Scottish Games and Celtic Festival

August 10th; 9:00 am - 8:00 pm Long Branch Park, Liverpool, NY

Every 2nd weekend in August, Central New York hosts a Highland Games, Pipe Band competition and Celtic ethnic activities at the incredible venue of Long Branch Park on Onondaga Lake in Syracuse. Featuring family-friendly GAMES all day full of Competitions for: Solo Piping, Drumming & Pipe Bands, Highland Dancing & Heavy Athletics. Children’s Games, entertainment, Celtic themed vendors & food, clans & societies, harpers, Syracuse Irish Session, Massed Bands and so much more!

Syracuse Latino Festival

August 17, 2024, 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm : Clinton Square

This wonderful event, located in the heart of downtown Syracuse in Clinton Square celebrates the CNY Latino Community. This festival is free to attend and welcomes the general public for one day of amazing food, music, dancing, cultural demonstrations, sports tournaments, small shows, and youth show opportunities by the people in our area and region. Don't miss attending this one-day festival this year. For more information, click the link above.

The Great New York State Fair

August 21 - September 2, 2024; The NYS Fairgrounds, Syracuse, NY

 15 acres, 70+ rides • Longest-running state fair in the country!

The Great New York State Fair will be back! August 21 - September 2, 2024. More than one million people experience this affordable, 13-day celebration of delicious food, eye-opening exhibits, captivating entertainment, and great fun. The New York State Fair will showcase thousands of animals, hundreds of commercial attractions, scores of exciting midway rides, and dozens of big-name entertainers... all just a short trip from wherever you live! Be sure to stay up to date with our social media during the fair as we'll plan to showcase exciting ways to get the most out of these 13-days!

St. Joseph's Health Amphitheater at Lakeview

All Summer Long

St. Joe’s line up has top performers headed to Syracuse, NY all summer long. Stay up to date with concerts by checking out the St. Joe’s Amp event page today - this August St. Joe’s is welcoming 11 artists to the stage and the music will continue through September. Tickets for most shows are on sale now!

For a full listing of events happening in Onondaga County throughout August, check out our Visit Syracuse Events Page.