Visitors to the Buffalo Zoo can travel back millions of years this year with the debut of Destination Dinosaur, an immersive, family-friendly exhibit featuring life-size animatronic dinosaurs, interactive activities, and educational experiences. Running from May 2 through Oct. 31, 2026, Destination Dinosaur transforms the Zoo into a prehistoric landscape where guests can come face-to-face with some of history's most fascinating creatures. Designed to entertain and educate vis

The 79th Annual NYS Woodsmen's Field Days returns to Boonville, New York, August 21–23, 2026. Experience exciting lumberjack competitions, forestry demonstrations, chainsaw carving, family entertainment, exhibits, and one of the nation's premier celebrations of the logging industry.

Located on the scenic shores of Lake Champlain between New York's Adirondack Mountains and Vermont's Green Mountains, Fort Ticonderoga combines extraordinary history with breathtaking natural beauty. Visitors can explore more than 2,000 acres of historic grounds while discovering the people, places, and events that helped shape the nation.

Many of the animals cared for at the zoo are threatened or endangered, making each visit an opportunity to learn about species facing challenges in the wild. Carefully designed exhibits allow guests to observe animals in environments that promote both their well-being and natural behaviors.

Whether you're discovering interactive exhibits, walking among hundreds of colorful butterflies, or celebrating the history of video games, every visit offers new opportunities to learn through fun.

An unforgettable adventure beneath the Earth's surface. From breathtaking underground cave tours to family-friendly attractions, comfortable accommodations, and immersive escape room experiences, Howe Caverns is a destination that combines natural beauty, history, and excitement for visitors of all ages.

Celebrate Independence Day at Utica's annual Fourth of July Parade. Watch community groups, marching bands, and patriotic displays make their way through the city before concluding at Roscoe Conkling Park.

Celebrate Independence Day weekend with three days of family fun at the Vernon Downs Independence Carnival! Enjoy exciting rides, thrilling attractions, carnival games, delicious fair food, and fun for all ages.

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced signature events to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States will take place over the Memorial Day and July Fourth weekends at Jones Beach State Park.

The Herkimer County Fair Returns in 2026 2026 Fair Theme: “Celebrating America’s 250 Years!” August 18th–23rd • Frankfort, New York The Herkimer County Fair is gearing up for another unforgettable summer celebration in Frankfort, New York . Running Tuesday, August 18 through Sunday, August 23, 2026 , this six-day community staple highlights the best of agricultural heritage, family entertainment, local talent, and classic fair fun under the theme “Celebrating America’s 250 Y

The Five Rivers Environmental Education Center, now home to DEC’s first-ever mini forest, also known as a pocket forest or Miyawaki forest. This hands-on, community-driven effort is part of Governor Kathy Hochul’s ambitious 25 Million Trees Initiative, a statewide campaign to enhance green spaces, improve public health, and address the climate crisis.

On April 5, ECOs Berketis, Dickson, and Ruffle assisted DEC Fisheries and the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (State Parks) at the annual Spring Family Fishing Festival at Belmont Lake State Park. Prior to the festival, DEC stocked Belmont Lake with nearly 1,000 brown and rainbow trout, giving the hundreds of festival attendees great opportunities to catch fish despite the mostly rainy conditions that day. ECOs patrolled the lake, assisted