Nov
23
3:00 PM15:00
Nov
24
6:00 PM18:00
Nov
29
9:00 AM09:00
Plaid Friday
Taking the threads of the community and weaving them together to support independent shops on this Friday after Thanksgiving. As an alternative to Black Friday, Plaid Friday encourages individuals to do their holiday shopping with locally owned and independent businesses. Enjoy personalized service and discover one-of-a-kind gifts.
Nov
30
9:00 AM09:00
Shop Small Saturday
Shop Small is BIG in Canandaigua! When you support your local community, you support your local economy. Shopping with Canandaigua-owned small businesses this holiday season, you'll enjoy friendly service from knowledgeable staff and find quality merchandise and gifts.
Nov
30
5:30 PM17:30
Illuminate Light Parade & Santa's Arrival
Illuminate Canandaigua Light Parade with Santa’s arrival at Commons Park and the Tree-lighting Ceremony all beginning at 6:00 PM.
Kick off the holiday season with a dazzling display of holiday lights as Downtown Canandaigua Illuminates the night. Enjoy a spectacular procession of illuminated floats, fire trucks, antique cars, and local organizations. The parade begins at City Hall bringing Santa, his elves, and loads of holiday cheer. The traditional Tree Lighting Ceremony will immediately follow the parade at the Commons Park. Enjoy caroling, food, and fun as we Light Up Canandaigua!
Dec
6
to Dec 8
Downtown Canandaigua Holiday Open House
SHOP, DINE & EXPLORE over 100 Shops, Restaurants & Galleries in Downtown Canandaigua during our Holiday Open House and experience the benefits of shopping locally. You will discover unique gifts, handmade designs from local artisans, exquisite cuisine at our incredible restaurants, and exceptional customer service from friendly merchants. Participating merchants will make the season bright with music, appetizers, and holiday-inspired offerings. Follow along for a list of participating businesses!
Dec
7
9:00 AM09:00
Brewery Keg Lighting & Tuba Christmas
Our local breweries will light up the holidays with a Keg Tree Lighting at each of their locations at varying times! Also, join us at the Commons Park for this special musical celebration of festive holiday favorites beautifully performed by euphonium, tuba, sousaphone and baritone players.
Dec
13
to Dec 15
Holiday Artist & Showcase
Visit galleries and specialty shops featuring local artists and products. Discover artists' demonstrations, exhibits, and signings, as well as one-of-a-kind handcrafted gifts. Enjoy refreshments and strolling musicians while you meander through our festive and quaint historic downtown area. Stay tuned for a listing of participating galleries, artists, and businesses.
Jan
1
to Jan 31
January Stout Month
Local breweries will be showcasing custom-made Stouts and hosting a tasting trail you won’t want to miss out on! Stay up to date on participate breweries and their specials throughout the month on our website at www.downtowncanandaigua.com.
Jan
17
to Jan 19
Winter Carnival
Downtown Canandaigua will be once again hosting Spin to Win and adding a Comeback event. This three day event focuses on the region’s unique appeals, including its robust local shops, food, and beverage offerings that will be punctuated by live music, and more! Visitors can explore all Canandaigua has to offer in the Winter
Feb
1
to Feb 28
Love Our Locals Month
Stop in our local shops downtown for great deals to help support our local community organizations. Participating businesses will be hosting specials and they give back to our community. When you support small businesses, you support our entire community!
Feb
22
to Feb 23
Fire & Ice Festival
A Forbes-rated top winter festival, the Fire & Ice Winter Festival in Downtown Canandaigua will melt away your winter blues. Enjoy a unique winter experience with food, festivities & family fun! Ice sculpting & speed carving competitions, fire shows, Siberian husky dog sled team, winter character meet and greets, Chef Challenges, horse-drawn wagon rides, a warm beverage trail & more!
This year will feature candle-making and glass flaming, a fireman experience, a passport experience to WIN over $1,000 in gift certificates, fire shows, stilt walkers, and up-close encounters with winter animals. In addition, we will also have the kick-off to FLX Winter Wonderland Photography Competition.
Oct
26
11:00 AM11:00
Sep
28
11:00 AM11:00
Jul
19
to Jul 21
Jul
4
10:00 AM10:00
4th of July Parade Downtown
If you’d like to participate in the parade, you can find the link here.
Jun
14
5:00 PM17:00
May
18
9:00 AM09:00
Apr
20
11:00 AM11:00
Apr
4
to Apr 9
Totality- "The Chosen Spot" Solar Eclipse Celebration
Join us downtown for some fun events in celebration of the Solar Eclipse!
Feb
17
to Feb 18
Fire & Ice Festival
You won’t want to miss the annual Fire and Ice Winter Festival. From flame throwers to professional ice sculptures, there’s something for all ages to enjoy!
Jan
27
12:00 PM12:00
Jan
13
to Jan 14
Finger Lakes Winter Carnival
Join us in Downtown Canandaigua for Spin to WINS at participating businesses. Also, check out the Winter Carnival page for more events happening around town.
Dec
23
to Dec 24
Visit with Santa
Come visit with Santa before he heads back to the North Pole! He’ll be in his house in the Main Street Commons from 12:00-4:00pm on Saturday and Sunday.
Dec
16
to Dec 17
Visit with Santa
Come visit Santa at the Main Street Commons, every Saturday and Sunday from 12:00-4:00pm, through December 24th!
Dec
9
12:00 PM12:00
Horse-Drawn Wagon Ride
Come dashing through Downtown on a horse-drawn wagon ride. All rides are free to the public.
Dec
9
to Dec 10
Dec
2
5:00 PM17:00
Canandaigua Breweries' Keg Tree Lighting
Join 4 of our local breweries as they light up the holidays with a Keg Tree Lighting!
Dec
2
to Dec 3
Visit with Santa
Visit with Santa at Main Street Commons in Downtown Canandaigua. He will be at his house every Saturday and Sunday through Christmas Eve, 12:00 pm-4:00 pm.
Dec
1
to Dec 3
Dec
1
9:30 AM09:30
Holiday Artist Showcase
Galleries and Specialty Shops Featuring Local Products and Artists
Dec
1
to Dec 3
Holiday Artist Showcase
Come enjoy local artists demonstrations and showings throughout downtown. Visit with Santa and enjoy horse drawn wagon rides, as you shop for local handcrafted gifts. Join our local breweries for a Keg Tree Lighting!
Dec
1
to Dec 3
Oct
28
11:00 AM11:00
Jul
14
to Jul 16
Arts & Music Festival
Explore over one hundred juried artists and three days of live music. From ceramics, to woodworking, to photography, come enjoy the live demonstrations and excitement for the entire family.
Jul
4
10:00 AM10:00
Fourth of July Parade
Come celebrate independence with marching bands, veterans, floats, and more!
Jun
10
12:00 PM12:00
Vintage and Classic Euro Car Tour & Show
Classic and vintage cars manufactured in England and Europe prior to 1998, will line the beautiful historic Downtown Canandaigua Main Street. There will be awards, business passports, international foods, music, plein air paintings and more! Pre-register here!
Jun
3
9:00 AM09:00
Canandaigua in Bloom
Celebrate Spring in Downtown Canandaigua. The Beautiful Historic District Comes Alive with Flowers: Over 100 Hanging Baskets, Earth Planters, Ground Planters, Window Boxes and Gardens all in Bloom! Outdoor Dining, Retailers Showcasing Spring & Summer Merchandise, FREE Seed Packets at Participating Businesses
Mar
4
12:00 PM12:00
The Wedding March
Plan your wedding in one day…and one place! Stroll through Downtown Canandaigua to our Wedding Professionals for personalized one-on-one service and experiences. Businesses are rolling out red carpets for this special event! Enjoy wedding themed experiences at each business. We will have beverage Tastings, so grab your passport and register to win opportunities! Trash the Dress will be from 12:00-1:00pm
Feb
18
to Feb 19
Fire & Ice Winter Festival
Enjoy the unique winter experience with food, festivities, and family fun!
Come-out-of-hibernation specials and experiences!
Saturday, February 18th, 2023
Warm Beverage Trail: 11AM (Tickets on sale for $5/Person starting at 11AM at 113 South Main St)
"SOUPerb" Food Challenge: 11AM-3PM (Tickets on sale for $5/Person starting at 11AM at 113 South Main St)
Horse & Wagon Rides: 12PM-3PM
Kindred Moon Siberian Husky Book Reading: 4PM at Unique Toy Store
Fireman Experience
Ice Carving Competition: 11AM-3PM at the Central on Main
East West Alpaca Ranch: 12-4PM
Frozen T-Shirt Contest: 12PM and 3:30PM at the Commons Park Stage (Registration is at 113 South Main Street. For the 12PM Contest registration is from 11-11:45 and for the 3:30 Contest, registration is from 12-3 at the same location)
Ultimate Reindeer Experience: 1-5PM
Juggling Jeff Stilt Walker: 2-4PM
Speed Carving Competition: 4PM at the Commons Stage
Ice Carving & Chef's Challenge Awards: Immediately following the Speed Carving Competition
Sunday, February 19th, 2023
Warm Beverage Trail: 11AM (Tickets on sale for $5/Person starting at 11AM at 113 South Main St)
Horse & Wagon Rides: 12-3
Kindred Moon Siberian Husky Meet & Greet: 12-3PM
Peacemaker Live Music: 1-4PM Corey Comer
Candle Making and Glass Flaming: Cinderella Glassworks
Come Out of Hibernation specials at Downtown Businesses
Stop by and Support your local Rotary for upcoming events and local Girl Scout Troops.
Jan
1
to Mar 19
#WinterInCananadaigua
Experience the one-of-a-kind places to eat, drink, ski, shop, adventure, and enjoy the coldest months of the Finger Lakes Region.
Dec
2
to Dec 3
