Fourth of July Weekend in the Mohawk Valley

The Mohawk Valley has something for everyone on 4th of July Weekend!

Independence Day, or the Fourth of July, is a United States federal holiday commemorating the approval of the Declaration of Independence of the United States by the Second Continental Congress on July 4, 1776.

The Fourth of July in the Mohawk Valley is a summertime tradition where you’ll find outdoor activities, celebrations, fireworks, concerts and much more. We’re updating this page as more events are discovered, so check back for updates!

Take a look at great events happening in the Mohawk Valley beginning July 3rd through the holiday weekend!


Mohawk Valley Today

Sugaring off at the Herkimer Home State Historic Site

Mohawk Valley Featured Weekend Events

Take a look at events happening this weekend throughout the Mohawk Valley in the heart of Upstate New York!
April 10, 2026/by Mohawk Valley Today
KMVB

Spring has Sprung, It’s Clean up Time!

This year, the Keep Mohawk Valley Beautiful spring clean up kick-off event will take place at Pixley Park in Utica.
April 9, 2026/by Mohawk Valley Today
2026 Brownfields Developers Summit

Brownfield Sites Driving Redevelopment in the Mohawk Valley  

Register for the 5th Annual Mohawk Valley Brownfields Developer Summit that will be held on April 21-22 at Herkimer College.
April 9, 2026/by Mohawk Valley Today
The Hillside at Diamond Falls adds new lower-level guest room

The Hillside at Diamond Falls adds new lower-level guest room

The Hillside at Diamond Falls has expanded with the addition of a newly finished lower-level guest room, allowing the property to now comfortably accommodate up to 12 guests.
April 9, 2026/by Mohawk Valley Today
Fulton County Historical Society and Museum

Fulton County Historical Society to celebrate Fulton County Day at the museum on April 18th

Celebrate 188 years of Fulton County! Fulton County was created from Montgomery County by an act of the NYS Legislature on April 18, 1838.
April 8, 2026/by Mohawk Valley Today
Utility Bill Relief for 8 Million New Yorkers

Understanding Your Electrical Bill

How to Read Your Electricity Bill free event on Thursday, April 23rd at 6:00pm at the Clark Sports Center (Community Room), Cooperstown, NY
April 8, 2026/by Mohawk Valley Today
Upstate RC & Hobbies

Upstate RC & Hobbies Owners Branch Out with New Venue 91 Event Space

The historic manufacturing and warehouse building at 91 N. Main Street is finding a vibrant new life as an all-in-one recreation hub.
April 8, 2026/by Mohawk Valley Today
SUNY IRV offers 8-Hour Safe Boating Course

SUNY IRV to Offer 8-Hour Safe Boating Course

The Institute for Rural Vitality to offer an 8-hour Safe Boating Course on May 2, 2025 teaching the basics of safe and responsible boating.
April 8, 2026/by Mohawk Valley Today
CCE Herkimer County Seed Library

Where Stories and Seeds Take Root

CCE Herkimer County shares how among the shelves of stories in our local libraries, there is now space for even more knowledge to grow.
April 7, 2026/by Mohawk Valley Today
Amanda Norton, Master Gardener Volunteer

Conversations with a Cornell Cooperative Extension Master Gardener Volunteer

After more than 50 hours of training, a number of dedicated individuals became Certified Master Gardener Volunteers.
April 6, 2026/by Mohawk Valley Today
Tom Guiler, Director of museum affairs at the Oneida Community Mansion House in Oneida, New York

Oneida County History Center to Host Author Talk on Arts and Crafts Utopias

Oneida County History Center to host Tom Guiler, author of “The Hand-Crafted Utopia: Arts and Crafts Communities in America’s Progressive Era.
April 2, 2026/by Mohawk Valley Today
Zuzu African Acrobats

Zuzu African Acrobats Return to Hartwick College for April Performance

Hartwick College welcomes back the Zuzu African Acrobats for a high-energy performance celebrating the culture and artistry of East Africa.
April 1, 2026/by Mohawk Valley Today
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