Step into local tradition with our annual Ring of Fire! The event starts with the tradition of lighting a fire at dusk on Bare Hill by the Seneca. Residents then light flares around the lake celebrating the harvest season. August 31, 9pm. Canandaigua and Honeoye lakes, Contact the Visitors Connection for more info. 585-394-3915.
Bring the whole family for a fun day in downtown Victor at Hang Around Victor Day on Sept 7. Enjoy live music and plenty of food and craft vendors. There will be a bounce house, clowns and games for kids and a dunking booth. Route 96, Village of Victor. 585-742-1476.
Enjoy spectacular views of the fall foliage and a great meal aboard the Canandaigua Lady. Take a cruise on this 18th century replica paddlewheel steamboat–a must do while you’re here. Steamboat Landing, 205 Lakeshore Drive, Canandaigua. 585-396-7350.
Don’t miss these Geneva wineries all within a short drive on Route 14S; Belhurst Winery, Lacey Magruder Winery, Billsboro Winery, and White Springs Winery. Enjoy tastings, shop for unique gifts and the spectacular views overlooking Seneca Lake. Belhurst Winery 315-781-0201.Billsboro Winery 315-789-9538, Lacey Magruder Winery, 315-789-2528. White Springs Winery 315-781-9463.
Looking for some great spots to catch the change of seasons? Head to the County Road 12 or Ontario County Park, home to the Jump off, at the top of Gannett Hill which is Ontario County’s highest vantage point. For more great spots to catch some great seasonal scenics call us at the Visitors Connection 585-394-3915 or ask the closest local!
Celebrate the harvest season at the Purple Foot Festival on Sept. 15 from 11 am to 6 pm with grape stomping, vineyard hayrides, wine tasting, seminars, Italian dance classes, food,live entertainment and more. Casa Larga Vineyards, 2287 Turk Hill Rd, Fairport. (585) 223-4210
Are you a history buff? Take a step back in time at the Ontario County Historical Society. Currently hosting two intriguing month-long exhibits and an upcoming behind the scenes tour showcasing historical homes of the past. Call the Historical Society or visit www.ochs.org for more information, 55 N. Main St, Canandaigua. 585-394-4975.
Highlighted on the Food Network’s “All American Festivals”, the Naples Grape Festival features a grape pie contest, grape products, wine tasting, arts & crafts, live music and local foods. September 28-29, 10am-5pm. Naples Memorial Town Park, Route 21S, Naples. 585-374-2240.
It’s not time to put the bikes always just yet. During the fall months road cycling and mountain biking are great Finger Lakes outdoor activities. With the vivid colors and rolling hillsides, grab your bike of choice and get outside. For excellent places to bike go to visitfingerlakes.com/hikebike or call us at 585-394-3915
for more!