Celebrate Spring In Syracuse | Places To Go & Things To Do

Spring in Syracuse brings a breath of fresh air and a vibrant new energy to Central New York. It's the perfect time to get outside and enjoy your favorite seasonal activities, whether that’s catching up with friends over brunch or flower shopping to brighten up your home. With tons of local drinks and experiences, celebrate the beginning of warmer days by sipping NYS craft beverages in greenhouses, strolling through markets, and exploring scenic trails. Here are some top spots that are blooming with fun this spring:

Skaneateles Brewery

Just 1.5 miles from the charming village of Skaneateles, and minutes from the scenic Charlie Major Nature Trail, this NYS Farm Brewery is a must-visit. Specializing in American-style ales brewed with state-grown ingredients, Skaneateles Brewery offers a cozy patio, rotating food trucks, and crowd-pleasing pours like their award-winning Skanny Dapper Blonde Ale, which took home silver at the 2025 NYS Brewers Conference. After a day by the lake, unwind with a cold one and good company.

CNY Regional Market

Open year-round, the CNY Regional Market is a Saturday staple from 7 AM to 2 PM. Shop from a wide array of local vendors offering everything from fresh flowers and farm produce to artisan breads, meats, baked goods, kombucha, and more. Whether you’re restocking your pantry or picking up a spring bouquet, it’s the go-to spot for seasonal finds from surrounding counties.

Chuck Hafner's Premier Garden Center

With over 1,000 plant varieties throughout the season, Chuck Hafner’s is a gardener’s paradise. This 7-acre walkable nursery showcases curated evergreens, blooming roses, fruit trees, and rare finds, ideal for those looking to add some green to their indoor or outdoor spaces. In addition to plants and shrubs, you’ll discover lawn decor, garden gifts, and events to inspire your spring refresh.

Crazy Daisies Greenhouse & Garden Café

Mark your calendar: Crazy Daisies reopens for the season on April 25th! Enjoy outdoor dining from their garden cafe, explore a greenhouse filled with fresh flowers, and sip on NYS craft beverages with flair. Highlights include mimosa flights topped with edible flowers, pizzas on house-made dough, and charcuterie boards featuring local cheeses. With live music, private garden party options, and hands-on workshops, Crazy Daisies offers a full-on spring experience.

Heritage Hill Brewery

For those craving stunning views with their brews, Heritage Hill in Pompey is worth the 25-minute drive from Syracuse. This family-friendly destination serves house-brewed beers and seltzers, plus delicious eats. Kids will love the farm animals and playground, while adults can kick back and enjoy the rolling hill scenery. Don’t miss their new second location, Heritage Hill North, at Sweetheart Corner in northern Onondaga County.

Critz Farms

Located just east in Madison County, family-owned Critz Farms reopens for the season with an abundance of springtime charm. Running from spring through December, this farm offers maple syrup, local cheeses and snacks, cider tastings, wagon rides, and more. Be sure to visit on Saturday, May 17, for their popular Apple Blossom, Beer & BBQ event, when the orchards are in full bloom.