This coming weekend is the first one of autumn.
Apart from starting to rake leaves, viewing fall foliage, high school football games, and apple-picking, there are many fun things to do around Central New York.
The Jonas Brothers are performing at the Amp, the Westcott Street Cultural Fair, Sportsmen’s Days, Cazenovia Art Trail, and a SU football game are just some of the highlights.
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(L-R) Nick Jonas, Joe Jonas, and Kevin Jonas of Jonas Brothers perform onstage for the 2021 Billboard Music Awards, broadcast on May 23, 2021 at Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, California.Kevin Mazur/Getty Images
Jonas Brothers at the Amp
The Jonas Brothers will be performing their hits and fan favorites on Sunday night at the St. Joseph’s Health Amphitheater at Lakeview, part of their “Remember This Tour.” The concert begins at 7 p.m. Tickets are currently on sale through Live Nation for the Jonas Brothers’ Syracuse concert with Kelsea Ballerini. Additional tickets are available through StubHub, Seat Geek, TicketCity and Vivid Seats. Proof of vaccination or negative Covid test within 72 hours is required.
Where: 490 Restoration Way
When: Sunday, from 7 p.m.
How much: Tickets start at $29.95
Food Truck Battle
Head to Chevy Court at the New York State Fairgrounds on Saturday for a Food Truck Battle featuring more than 35 food trucks from Syracuse, Rochester and beyond. Starting at 11 a.m., the event will include craft beer, craft vendors, low-cost food samples, a kids’ zone, games, and more. A portion from your $5 ticket will go to three local charities, the Food Bank of CNY, Helping Hounds Dog Rescue and Clear Path for Veterans. For a list of food trucks, vendors, and to get tickets visit www.facebook.com/syracusefoodtruckassociation/events. Masks are required for everyone when indoors.
Where: Chevy Court at the State Fairgrounds
When: Saturday, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
How much: $5 for tickets. Food prices vary
The Bassett Street Hounds joined Thornden Morris and other local morris teams dance in the parade at the start of the Westcott Street Cultural Fair. It is an annual celebration of the diversity and uniqueness of the Westcott neighborhood through its culture, arts, food, organizations and activities for families and students. The fair attracts thousands of people. Dennis Nett | dnett@syracuse.com
Westcott Street Cultural Fair
Now in its 29th year, the Westcott Street Cultural is an annual celebration of the diversity and uniqueness of the neighborhood with food, culture, arts, and organization. The fun starts at noon on Sunday with a parade, followed by food, music, and art through 6:30 p.m. Visit westcottstreetfair.org for more info and schedules.
Where: Westcott Street, from Concord to Dell
When: Sunday, parade at noon, festival from 12:30 to 6:30
How much: Free to attend
The pep band during Syracuse vs. Rutgers at the Carrier Dome, Syracuse, N.Y., Saturday Sept. 9, 2021. Scott Schild | sschild@syracuse.com
SU vs. Liberty
The Syracuse University looks for a win against Liberty on Friday night at the Carrier Dome. Kickoff is scheduled for 8 p.m. Go to cuse.com/ for more info and to purchase tickets.
Where: Carrier Dome
When: Friday, 8 p.m.
How much: Tickets start at $15
Fisherman line the shore during Honeywell Sportsmen’s Days at Carpenter’s Brook Fish Hatchery in Elbridge in 2014. Scott Schild | sschild@syracuse.com
Sportsmen’s Day at Carpenter’s Brook Fish Hatchery
A variety of outdoor activities, suitable for all ages, are scheduled for Saturday at Carpenter’s Brook Fish Hatchery in Elbridge on Saturday. Try your hand at clay target shooting, trapping, waterfowl identification/calling, turkey-calling, predator calling demonstrations, archery, air rifle, fly fishing, trout fishing demonstrations, jig tying, canoeing and muzzle loading. There will be demonstrations by woodsmen, local wildlife artists, authors, and dog trainers. It runs from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: 1672 Route 321, Elbridge
When: Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
How much: $5 per vehicle. Free for veterans, active military and their families.
Cazenovia Art Trail
The Cazenovia Art Trail is a self-guided tour of artists’ studios around the village. It gives the public a unique opportunity to meet local artists in their working environments. The event will be held on Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. Visit art-trail.org for more info and print out a map.
Where: Around Cazenovia
When: Saturday and Sunday, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
How much: Free
The Historic Oakwood Cemetery Preservation Association will be hosting a ceremony honoring the ten Black Civil War soldiers buried at the cemetery on the morning of Sept. 25, 2021. James Jameson’s gravestone will be unveiled, hopefully the first of many. Provided by David HaasProvided by David Haas
Honoring Black Civil War soldiers
Oakwood Cemetery will be hosting a ceremony on Saturday morning to pay tribute to the 10 Black Civil War soldiers who are buried in unmarked graves there. A fundraiser was started to acquire markers for these men and the first, for James Jameson, who served in the famed 54th Massachusetts Regiment, will have a new marker installed. The ceremony will have music, speakers, a gun salute, and wreath ceremony. It starts at 10 a.m. Please bring your own lawn chair if needed.
Where: 940 Comstock Avenue, Syracuse
When: Saturday, 10 a.m.
How much: Free
Kids’ Night Out at the Zoo
Looking for a night out? Let the Rosamond Gifford Zoo watch them on Friday evening. Starting at 5:30, children ages 6-10, can enjoy pizza, meets animals up close, tour zoo after hours, and make crafts and play games. The night should wrap up at around 9 p.m. Masks are required indoors. Tickets are $35 for non-members and $30 for members. Go to www.rosamondgiffordzoo.org/events/view/kids-night-out-ages-6-10 to get tickets.
Where: 1 Conservation Place, Syracuse
When: Friday, 5:30 – 9 p.m.
How much: $30 for members, $35 for non-members
OCC Classic Cruise & Views Car Show
The inaugural Onondaga Community College “Classic Cruise & Views Car Show” is scheduled for Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The free event was organized by the OCC Foundation. Check out some classic automobiles and enjoy live music and entertainment. Concession stand-type food will be available. Stop by the Automotive Technology Lab to see students working on restoring a 1957 Chevy truck.
Where: 4585 West Seneca Turnpike, Syracuse
When: Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
How much: Free. $10 at the door to show your car
Symphoria Masterworks
If you are a classical music fan, you will not want to miss Ludwig van Beethoven’s Symphony No. 5. Plus, Tai Murray performs Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto, and Gioachino Rossini’s charming Overture to Semiramide starts the Masterworks series on the right note. You can see the concert in-person on Sunday at 2 p.m. or enjoy it from the comfort of your own home then or on Saturday night at 7:30 p.m.
Where: 709 James Street, Syracuse and virtually
When: Saturday at 7:30 p.m., livestream only. Sunday at 2 p.m. in-person and virtual
How much: $40 for in-person concert. $5 for college students, free for children 18 and under. Livestreams cost $20 for individuals, $35 for families
2021 Walk to End Alzheimer’s
The Alzheimer’s Association is inviting Syracuse area residents to join the fight against the disease at a walk on Sunday at the SRC Arena at Onondaga Community College. An informational expo at the arena starts at noon and the walk begins at 1:15 p.m. after a ceremony. The route is about two miles. Go to https://act.alz.org/site/TR/Walk2021/NY-CentralNewYork?fr_id=14651&pg=entry for more details, to register, join a team, volunteer or donate.
Where: 4585 West Seneca Turnpike, Syracuse
When: Sunday, expo opens at noon, walk begins at 1:15 p.m.
How much: Free to walk. Donations welcome.
– Children throw rakes into dense seaweed at the edge of Cazenovia Lake to get a close-up view of plant life during the BioBlitz. Courtesy of Cazenovia CollegeCourtesy of Cazenovia College
Cazenovia College BioBlitz
Cazenovia College’s students and faculty will host an array of hands-on learning stations on Saturday throughout the Lakeland Park where participants can learn about organisms commonly found in local lakes, wetlands, and forests. Fish can be observed in a temporary “mini-pond,” guests can try kayaking or stand-up paddleboarding at a Learn-to-Paddle station, and all are welcome to play Bio Bingo and circle around the park with their Bio Passport. Some activities require that guests wear clothes and shoes that can get wet. For all functions, children must be accompanied by an adult. All current COVID protocols will be followed. The event is free and open to the public. It runs from noon to 3 p.m. If the weather is, it will move to Sunday, same times.
Where: 11 Forman Street, Cazenovia
When: Saturday, from noon to 3 p.m.
How much: Free
“Almost Heaven: The Song of John Denver” plays at Merry-Go-Round Playhouse in Auburn through Sept. 29.
Photo by Ron Heerkens Jr., of The Rev Theatre Co.Ron Heerkens Jr., of The Rev Theatre Co.
“Almost Heaven: The Songs of John Denver”
If you love the music of John Denver, this is the final weekend of performances of “Almost Heaven” at Auburn’s Merry-Go-Round Playhouse. This nostalgic and beautiful tribute from The Rev Theatre Co. tells the story of Denver’s rise during the 1960′s folk scene, music superstardom in the ‘70s, and his career in the ‘80s and ‘90s. The performance will feature some his greatest songs including “Annie’s Song,” “Country Roads,” and “Rocky Mountain High.” Proof of vaccination or negative COVID test is required for entering. Visit therevtheatre.com/2021-season/almost-heaven/ for schedules and more.
Where: Emerson Park, Route 38A, Auburn
When: Thursday, from 7:30 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 8 p.m. Performances run through Sept. 29.
How much: Adult tickets cost $64, seniors $61, anyone 22 and under $34
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