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!


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Mohawk Valley Featured Weekend Events

Take a look at events happening this weekend throughout the Mohawk Valley in the heart of Upstate New York!
September 19, 2025/by Mohawk Valley Today
Mohawk Valley Garlic and Herb Festival, Canal Place, Little Falls, NY. Photography by Sarah Rogers.

MVT at the Mohawk Valley Garlic and Herb Festival

While we were taking instant photos at our photo booth, MVT photographer, Sarah Rogers grabbed her camera. Take a look at some of her favorite photos!
September 19, 2025/by Mohawk Valley Today
Makers of the Mohawk Valley Exhibit. Photo by Herkimer College.

Herkimer College Seeks Entries for Makers of the Mohawk Valley

Herkimer College Seeks Entries for Makers of the Mohawk Valley. Drop-off submissions on Friday October 3 and Saturday October 4, 2025.
September 18, 2025/by Mohawk Valley Today

Mohawk Valley Gives Week Kicked off at The Community Giving and Mural Party

The fourth-annual Mohawk Valley Gives Campaign kicked off on Monday with The Community Giving and Mural Party organized by The Art Thing Collaborative
September 17, 2025/by Cheyenne Dorsagno
Institute for Rural Vitality Entrepreneur Expo

Featured Mohawk Valley Organization: Institute for Rural Vitality

Through its three distinct centers, the Institute addresses the region’s most pressing issues to develop and enact sustainable solutions.
September 16, 2025/by Mohawk Valley Today
Keep Mohawk Valley Beautiful (KMVB)

Keep Mohawk Valley Beautiful Celebrates 2025 Efforts

Keep Mohawk Valley Beautiful (KMVB) has had another successful year of litter clean-ups and beautification efforts.
September 16, 2025/by Mohawk Valley Today
Mohawk Valley Today at the Mohawk Valley Garlic and Herb Festival

Mohawk Valley Today participates in Mohawk Valley Gives

Thanks so much for visiting Mohawk Valley Today at the Mohawk Valley Garlic and Herb Festival this weekend!
September 15, 2025/by Mohawk Valley Today

CCE Herkimer Participating in Mohawk Valley Gives

Cornell Cooperative Extension Herkimer County is taking our commitment to food security and community health a step further by participating in Mohawk Valley Gives, the region’s signature fundraising campaign.
September 11, 2025/by Mohawk Valley Today

City of Amsterdam 9/11 Ceremony at Riverlink Park

The City of Amsterdam and the Amsterdam Tourism, Marketing & Recreation Department will be hosting a 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony in Riverlink Park at the 9/11 Monument starting at 9:30am on Thursday, September 11.
September 11, 2025/by Mohawk Valley Today
The Alchemist Shop In New Hartford, NY

Featured Mohawk Valley Business: The Alchemist

This week’s Mohawk Valley Today Featured Business is The Achemist! This welcoming shop is located online and at 8469 Seneca Turnpike, in New Hartford, NY.
September 10, 2025/by Mohawk Valley Today
Erie Canal Lock 18

Landmark Economic Impact Study of the Empire State Trail Launched

Parks & Trails New York Announces Launch of Landmark Economic Impact Study of the 750-Mile Empire State Trail
September 9, 2025/by Mohawk Valley Today

47th Annual EOS/ESD Symposium & Exhibits: A Premier Event for ESD/EOS Professionals

The Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) community is set to gather at the Riverside Convention Center, CA for the EOS/ESD Symposium & Exhibits.
September 8, 2025/by Mohawk Valley Today
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