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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Featured Weekend Events in the Mohawk Valley

Take a look at Mohawk Valley events happening this holiday weekend in the heart of Upstate New York!
September 4, 2026/by Mohawk Valley Today
Once Upon a Thyme

The Art Thing Collaborative Presents ‘Once Upon a Thyme’

The Art Thing Collaborative and MVT collaborate during the Mohawk Valley Garlic and Herb Festival 2026
September 3, 2026/by Sarah Rogers
STOP-DWI

Montgomery County to Participate in Statewide STOP-DWI

STOP-DWI Impaired Driving High Visibility Engagement Campaign runs through 9/7/2026
September 3, 2026/by Mohawk Valley Today
MV Gives Campaign, image by MV Gives

We’re counting down to Mohawk Valley Gives 2026

Mohawk Valley Gives is an online giving day directly supporting local charities doing great work in our communities here in the Mohawk Valley!
September 2, 2026/by Sarah Rogers
Young Farmer

There’s Still Time to Help Shape the Future of Agriculture in Herkimer County!

Cornell Cooperative Extension Herkimer County is seeking farmers for the Herkimer County Agricultural and Farmland Protection Board.
September 1, 2026/by Mohawk Valley Today
SIRSY and more at Unity Hall September 17, 2026

SIRSY – Live at Unity Hall

All in one afternoon and evening, on Thursday, September 17th, Unity Hall in Barneveld will offer dining, a SIRSY concert, and a Buffalo Bills watch party!
August 31, 2026/by Mohawk Valley Today
Mayfield Historical Society Cruise In

Mayfield Historical Society Plans Annual Fall Harvest Cruise-In

The Mayfield Historical Society will be hosting its Annual Fall Harvest Cruise-In on Saturday, October 3rd, from 12-3 pm at The Rice Homestead.
August 31, 2026/by Mohawk Valley Today

Mohawk Valley Featured Weekend Events

Take a look at events happening this weekend throughout the Mohawk Valley in the heart of Upstate New York!
August 28, 2026/by Mohawk Valley Today
Mohawk Valley Garlic and Herb Festival, Canal Place, Little Falls, NY. Photography by Sarah Rogers.

Visit with the MVT Team at the Mohawk Valley Garlic and Herb Festival!

The MVT Instant Photo Booth is back at the Mohawk Valley Garlic and Herb Festival
August 27, 2026/by Mohawk Valley Today
GLOVERSVILLE LAUNCHES "CENTENNIAL CLUB" HONORING CENTURY-OLD BUSINESSES AND ORGANIZATIONS

GLOVERSVILLE LAUNCHES “CENTENNIAL CLUB”

The program was created to honor long-standing businesses and organizations founded inside city limits 100 or more years ago.
August 27, 2026/by Mohawk Valley Today
Late 19th century map of Moreland (Park). Photo courtesy of the Little Falls Historical Society.

THE HERMIT OF BURWELL HILL POSTHUMOUS

Two known pieces of Frances Ledyard Haun published literature were: “Auld Lang Syne”, a short story with the main character being Dudley Burwell, known as the Hermit of Burwell Hill.
August 26, 2026/by The Little Falls Historical Society
Herkimer Home Militia Encampment

Herkimer Home Militia Encampment

This event is scheduled for August 29th and 30th, and will mark the 250th anniversary of the formation and mustering of the Tryon County Militia in the summer of 1776.
August 25, 2026/by Mohawk Valley Today
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