Fourth of July in the Mohawk Valley

The Mohawk Valley has something for everyone

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 activities and events happening throughout the Mohawk Valley beginning with July 3rd through the weekend!

Mohawk Valley Today

Mohawk Valley Featured Weekend Events: September 13-15

Featured events happening in Little Falls, Rome, Canajoharie, Oriskany, Gloversville, Utica, Cooperstown, and more.
September 13, 2024/by Mohawk Valley Today
Photo courtesy of the Fenimore Art Museum

Fenimore Art Museum Completes Major Acquisition

Fenimore Art Museum Completes a $33.8M Acquisition and Installation of 27 Major Artworks for Its American Art Collection.
September 12, 2024/by Jim Rogers
Mohawk Valley Garlic Festival. Photo by Sarah Rogers.

Eat Stink and Be Merry at this year’s Mohawk Valley Garlic and Herb Festival

Get ready for the Mohawk Valley Garlic and Herb Festival on Saturday, September 14, 2024 from 10am - 5pm, Canal Place, Little Falls, NY!
September 11, 2024/by Mohawk Valley Today
City of Amsterdam 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony, image by City of Amsterdam.

City of Amsterdam 9/11 Ceremony

There will be a 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony at Riverlink Park in Amsterdam starting at 9:30am onWednesday, September 11.
September 11, 2024/by Mohawk Valley Today
Mohawk Valley Gives September fundraising campaign.

What is Mohawk Valley Gives?

Mohawk Valley Gives is an online giving day directly supporting local charities doing great work in our communities here in the Mohawk Valley!
September 10, 2024/by Jim Rogers
Frankfort Community Garden, image by Frankfort Community Garden.

Featured Mohawk Valley Farm: Frankfort Community Garden

The Frankfort Community Garden provides free food and fresh produce and is located on Frankfort St in Frankfort, NY.
September 9, 2024/by Jim Rogers

Mohawk Valley Featured Weekend Events: September 6 – 8

Mohawk Valley Today Featured events happening in Amsterdam, Gloversville, Johnstown, St. Johnsville, and Utica.
September 6, 2024/by Jim Rogers

Amsterdam’s ItaliaFest Sponsored by River Ridge Living Center

September 7, enjoy delicious Italian food, vendors, food trucks, face painting, free amusement rides, food & drink specials and more all day.
September 5, 2024/by Mohawk Valley Today
Mayfield Historical Society Annual Fall Harvest Cruise-In. Photo by the Mayfield Historical Society.

History happens on Mohawk Valley Today

The MVT History Program highlights our region’s museums, historical societies, historians, historic locations and sites, along with our Mohawk Valley Writing Series.
September 4, 2024/by Mohawk Valley Today
Boy with Flowers, Ebla, Syria. By Alice Batson Laurenson.

CONNECTIONS A Photography Exhibition

CONNECTIONS, an exhibition of forty photographs by Alice Batson Laurenson, is on display in the Gallery of Utica Public Library, 303 Genesee Street, from September 3 - 27, 2024.
September 4, 2024/by Mohawk Valley Today
Tibbitts Bros Farm Stand, image by Tibbitts Bros Farm stand

Featured Mohawk Valley Farm: Tibbitts Bros. Farm Stand

Tibbitts Bros Farm Stand offers local pure Maple Syrup and maple products, eggs, dairy and other seasonal items at their farm stand in Clinton, NY
September 3, 2024/by Jim Rogers
Fonda Fair. Photos from the Fonda Fair.

Happy Labor Day! It’s also the last day to visit this year’s Fonda Fair

The 183rd Annual Fonda Fair takes place August 30th through September 2, 2024 at the Fonda Fairgrounds, 21 Bridge Street, Fonda, NY.
September 2, 2024/by Jim Rogers
Load more
Skip to content