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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Zenith NY Dairy Day 2026

Central NY Crop and Dairy Days 2026

Cornell Cooperative Extension registration is now open for their annual winter meeting events, Dairy Day and Corn & Soybean Day.
December 11, 2025/by Mohawk Valley Today
Yager Museum Community Days 2025

Community Days Return to Hartwick’s Yager Museum

Hartwick College's Yager Museum of Art and Culture will host its annual Community Days Saturday, December 13 to celebrate the holiday season.
December 11, 2025/by Mohawk Valley Today
Ilion Frost Forest

Frosty Forest Fundraiser to Support Community Wellness Programs

Hoffman Wellness Collective (HWC) is launching its first-ever Frosty Forest Fundraiser, a new Ilion tradition beginning December 11, 2025.
December 10, 2025/by Mohawk Valley Today
Artist Maria Vallese of Retro Sorrento

Featured Mohawk Valley Artist: Maria Vallese

Maria Vallese is a Mohawk Valley artist whose public work includes the mural at The Players Theater, Utica Coffee, and Stone Soup American Bistro.
December 9, 2025/by Mohawk Valley Today
Amsterdam SantaCon 2025

City of Amsterdam presents SantaCon!

The City of Amsterdam present Amsterdam’s SantaCon Saturday, December 13, 2025 beginning at 1:00 PM At multiple locations across the city!
December 9, 2025/by Mohawk Valley Today
Herkimer College Campus on Reservoir Road in Herkimer. Photo by Mohawk Valley Today.

Herkimer College to Hold SUNY Reconnect Information Session

Herkimer County Community College will hold a virtual SUNY Reconnect information session on Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 5:30 p.m.
December 8, 2025/by Mohawk Valley Today
Featured Weekend Events December 5-7, 2025

Mohawk Valley Featured Weekend Events

Take a look at events happening this weekend throughout the Mohawk Valley in the heart of Upstate New York!
December 5, 2025/by Mohawk Valley Today
Gov Houchul announces $50M for County Infrastructure Grant Program

Governor Hochul Announces Additional $50 Million for Second Round of County Infrastructure Grant Program

Applications Now Open for County-Led Infrastructure Projects that Encourage Housing Growth, Placemaking and Tourism with Applications Due April 1, 2026
December 4, 2025/by Mohawk Valley Today
Roland Randall, Mohawk Valley Today Featured Artist

Featured Mohawk Valley Artist: Roland Randall

Roland Randall is a Mohawk Valley artist whose public work includes the mural at the Stone Soup American Bistro Beer Garden.
December 3, 2025/by Mohawk Valley Today
The Glove Theatre in Gloversville, NY

Kick Off the Holiday Season in Gloversville Dec. 5–7

Art Exhibit, Museum Open House, Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting, Santa, Concerts & More
December 3, 2025/by Mohawk Valley Today
Fonda Light Up the Night 2025

Fonda Tree Lighting and Light Up the Night on December 5th

The tree lighting will begin at 5:30 p.m. near the Village of Fonda bathhouse. Music will be provided by members of the Fonda-Fultonville band and choir
December 2, 2025/by Mohawk Valley Today
Manheim youth pictured in front of Cecconi’s Marine in the late-1950s.

Remembering the Old Manheim Neighborhood

Much of today’s third ward of the City of Little Falls was once widely referred to as “the Manheim neighborhood.”
December 2, 2025/by The Little Falls Historical Society
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