Event list
Ed French Open Carp Tournament
October 8 thru October 11, Onondaga Lake Park
The Ed French Open is 92 hours long and is a Big 6 format, with prizes awarded to the teams with the most combined weight of their 6 largest carp caught over 15 pounds. Anglers will be fishing the Seneca River and Onondaga Lake.
Parks Fall Photo Contest
October 8 thru October 31, Onondaga Lake Park
Onondaga County Parks is excited to announce the 8th Annual Parks Photo Contest which has moved to the most colorful season of them all...FALL. The contest will kick off on October 1 and run through October 31, 2026 and once again, Syracuse City Parks is joining in on the fun. Participants will be able to scout out the best locations in Onondaga Co ...
Owl Prowl (SOLD OUT)
October 9, Beaver Lake Nature Center
This program is full. Please call the visitor center (315-638-2519) to have your name added to the wait list.Venture into Beaver Lake’s forest at dusk in search of the elusive owl. On our way we’ll learn about the different types of owls in our area and what makes them such fascinating raptors.
$2/Member; $3/Nonmember
Ed French Open Carp Tournament
October 9 thru October 11, Onondaga Lake Park
The Ed French Open is 92 hours long and is a Big 6 format, with prizes awarded to the teams with the most combined weight of their 6 largest carp caught over 15 pounds. Anglers will be fishing the Seneca River and Onondaga Lake.
Spooktacular Stroll
October 9 thru October 30, Long Branch Park at Onondaga Lake Park
This family-friendly Halloween walk-thru invites guests of all ages to enjoy a not-so-scary adventure along a ½-mile, freshly paved path at Long Branch Park in Liverpool. Stroll through the woods as they come alive with festive Halloween displays, glowing lights, and themed scenes around every corner!Explore our spooky-but-fun sections, inc ...
Parks Fall Photo Contest
October 9 thru October 31, Onondaga Lake Park
Onondaga County Parks is excited to announce the 8th Annual Parks Photo Contest which has moved to the most colorful season of them all...FALL. The contest will kick off on October 1 and run through October 31, 2026 and once again, Syracuse City Parks is joining in on the fun. Participants will be able to scout out the best locations in Onondaga Co ...
Guided Woodland Walk
October 10, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Enjoy the beautiful sight of fall foliage with a naturalist-guided walk on the Woodland Trail. We'll talk about the trees we see and any wildlife we spot!Free with Park admission ($5/vehicle).
Out of the Darkness Walk
October 10, Long Branch Park at Onondaga Lake Park
Join the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention for the Out of the Darkness Walk at Long Branch Park. In these community walks, those affected by suicide – and those who support them – raise awareness and much-needed funds, strongly sending the message that suicide can be prevented, and that no one is alone.
Ed French Open Carp Tournament
October 10 thru October 11, Onondaga Lake Park
The Ed French Open is 92 hours long and is a Big 6 format, with prizes awarded to the teams with the most combined weight of their 6 largest carp caught over 15 pounds. Anglers will be fishing the Seneca River and Onondaga Lake.
Spooktacular Stroll
October 10 thru October 30, Long Branch Park at Onondaga Lake Park
This family-friendly Halloween walk-thru invites guests of all ages to enjoy a not-so-scary adventure along a ½-mile, freshly paved path at Long Branch Park in Liverpool. Stroll through the woods as they come alive with festive Halloween displays, glowing lights, and themed scenes around every corner!Explore our spooky-but-fun sections, inc ...
Parks Fall Photo Contest
October 10 thru October 31, Onondaga Lake Park
Onondaga County Parks is excited to announce the 8th Annual Parks Photo Contest which has moved to the most colorful season of them all...FALL. The contest will kick off on October 1 and run through October 31, 2026 and once again, Syracuse City Parks is joining in on the fun. Participants will be able to scout out the best locations in Onondaga Co ...
Ed French Open Carp Tournament
October 11, Onondaga Lake Park
The Ed French Open is 92 hours long and is a Big 6 format, with prizes awarded to the teams with the most combined weight of their 6 largest carp caught over 15 pounds. Anglers will be fishing the Seneca River and Onondaga Lake.
The Vince O'Neil Wild Mushroom Festival
October 11, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Join members of the Central New York Mycological Society for an afternoon dedicated to wild mushrooms. Come learn about edible and poisonous mushrooms, as well as their important role in the forest ecosystem as parasites, pathogens, and decomposers. Activities include a mushroom display; mushroom identification by experts; and mushroom themed items ...
Spooktacular Stroll
October 11 thru October 30, Long Branch Park at Onondaga Lake Park
This family-friendly Halloween walk-thru invites guests of all ages to enjoy a not-so-scary adventure along a ½-mile, freshly paved path at Long Branch Park in Liverpool. Stroll through the woods as they come alive with festive Halloween displays, glowing lights, and themed scenes around every corner!Explore our spooky-but-fun sections, inc ...
Parks Fall Photo Contest
October 11 thru October 31, Onondaga Lake Park
Onondaga County Parks is excited to announce the 8th Annual Parks Photo Contest which has moved to the most colorful season of them all...FALL. The contest will kick off on October 1 and run through October 31, 2026 and once again, Syracuse City Parks is joining in on the fun. Participants will be able to scout out the best locations in Onondaga Co ...
Back to the Birding Basics
October 12, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Learn basic birding techniques from a beginner birder! Together, we’ll learn skills such as common bird calls and pneumonics, binocular basics, and recognizing flight patterns. Binoculars will be available to borrow, but please bring your own if you have them as we have a limited supply. This program is geared toward adults.$2/Member; $3/N ...
One Day Zoo Camp: Ooky Spooky
October 12, Rosamond Gifford Zoo
Ages 6-12 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.Join us for a dive deep into the incredible world of animals for a full day of Zoo Camp! Each camp day is different, allowing your child to explore something new about the animal world through hands-on science, artistry, technology, and engineering projects, STEAM activities- whether they’re registered for just o ...
Parks Fall Photo Contest
October 12 thru October 31, Onondaga Lake Park
Onondaga County Parks is excited to announce the 8th Annual Parks Photo Contest which has moved to the most colorful season of them all...FALL. The contest will kick off on October 1 and run through October 31, 2026 and once again, Syracuse City Parks is joining in on the fun. Participants will be able to scout out the best locations in Onondaga Co ...
Parks Fall Photo Contest
October 13 thru October 31, Onondaga Lake Park
Onondaga County Parks is excited to announce the 8th Annual Parks Photo Contest which has moved to the most colorful season of them all...FALL. The contest will kick off on October 1 and run through October 31, 2026 and once again, Syracuse City Parks is joining in on the fun. Participants will be able to scout out the best locations in Onondaga Co ...
Parks Fall Photo Contest
October 14 thru October 31, Onondaga Lake Park
Onondaga County Parks is excited to announce the 8th Annual Parks Photo Contest which has moved to the most colorful season of them all...FALL. The contest will kick off on October 1 and run through October 31, 2026 and once again, Syracuse City Parks is joining in on the fun. Participants will be able to scout out the best locations in Onondaga Co ...
Parks Fall Photo Contest
October 15 thru October 31, Onondaga Lake Park
Onondaga County Parks is excited to announce the 8th Annual Parks Photo Contest which has moved to the most colorful season of them all...FALL. The contest will kick off on October 1 and run through October 31, 2026 and once again, Syracuse City Parks is joining in on the fun. Participants will be able to scout out the best locations in Onondaga Co ...
Spooktacular Stroll
October 16 thru October 30, Long Branch Park at Onondaga Lake Park
This family-friendly Halloween walk-thru invites guests of all ages to enjoy a not-so-scary adventure along a ½-mile, freshly paved path at Long Branch Park in Liverpool. Stroll through the woods as they come alive with festive Halloween displays, glowing lights, and themed scenes around every corner!Explore our spooky-but-fun sections, inc ...
Parks Fall Photo Contest
October 16 thru October 31, Onondaga Lake Park
Onondaga County Parks is excited to announce the 8th Annual Parks Photo Contest which has moved to the most colorful season of them all...FALL. The contest will kick off on October 1 and run through October 31, 2026 and once again, Syracuse City Parks is joining in on the fun. Participants will be able to scout out the best locations in Onondaga Co ...
Syracuse Cyclocross
October 17, Long Branch Park at Onondaga Lake Park
The Onondaga Cycling Club and the Marbletown Volunteer Fire Department have partnered for the weekend of October 17-18th to bring you a new cyclocross series which we have formally call the “Upstate CX Series” weekend. We hope this will be the beginning of larger series in years to come, similar to the CNY Cup series from year’s past. To part ...
Great New York State Marathon Weekend
October 17 thru October 18, Empower FCU Amphitheater at Lakeview
LOOP THE LAKE! A celebration of the Great State of New York,races passes through a beautiful tree lined course that loops around OnondagaLake. The weekend kicks off the morning of Saturday, October 17thwith the 5K and 10K runs. Then continues the morning of Sunday, October 18thwith the full and half marathons. Start/finish line is in the Orange Lot ...
Zoo Boo
October 17 thru October 25, Rosamond Gifford Zoo
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.Trick or treat with the animals!Join us for a "kooky-not-spooky" daytime Halloween celebration. The zoo transforms into a hauntingly fun destination for the whole family with trick-or-treat stations, creepy crawly animal encounters, keeper chats, games, activities, photo ops and costume parade! So, wear your costumes and bring your ...
Spooktacular Stroll
October 17 thru October 30, Long Branch Park at Onondaga Lake Park
This family-friendly Halloween walk-thru invites guests of all ages to enjoy a not-so-scary adventure along a ½-mile, freshly paved path at Long Branch Park in Liverpool. Stroll through the woods as they come alive with festive Halloween displays, glowing lights, and themed scenes around every corner!Explore our spooky-but-fun sections, inc ...
Parks Fall Photo Contest
October 17 thru October 31, Onondaga Lake Park
Onondaga County Parks is excited to announce the 8th Annual Parks Photo Contest which has moved to the most colorful season of them all...FALL. The contest will kick off on October 1 and run through October 31, 2026 and once again, Syracuse City Parks is joining in on the fun. Participants will be able to scout out the best locations in Onondaga Co ...
Great New York State Marathon Weekend
October 18, Empower FCU Amphitheater at Lakeview
LOOP THE LAKE! A celebration of the Great State of New York,races passes through a beautiful tree lined course that loops around OnondagaLake. The weekend kicks off the morning of Saturday, October 17thwith the 5K and 10K runs. Then continues the morning of Sunday, October 18thwith the full and half marathons. Start/finish line is in the Orange Lot ...
Orienteering Open House
October 18, Pratt's Falls Park
Learn all about orienteering from the Central New York Orienteering Club. Groups large and small are welcome, as well as individuals or families. If bringing a a large group of 10 or more people, please let the group know so they can be sure to have enough maps and club members on hand to assist.
Zoo Boo
October 18 thru October 25, Rosamond Gifford Zoo
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.Trick or treat with the animals!Join us for a "kooky-not-spooky" daytime Halloween celebration. The zoo transforms into a hauntingly fun destination for the whole family with trick-or-treat stations, creepy crawly animal encounters, keeper chats, games, activities, photo ops and costume parade! So, wear your costumes and bring your ...
Spooktacular Stroll
October 18 thru October 30, Long Branch Park at Onondaga Lake Park
This family-friendly Halloween walk-thru invites guests of all ages to enjoy a not-so-scary adventure along a ½-mile, freshly paved path at Long Branch Park in Liverpool. Stroll through the woods as they come alive with festive Halloween displays, glowing lights, and themed scenes around every corner!Explore our spooky-but-fun sections, inc ...
Parks Fall Photo Contest
October 18 thru October 31, Onondaga Lake Park
Onondaga County Parks is excited to announce the 8th Annual Parks Photo Contest which has moved to the most colorful season of them all...FALL. The contest will kick off on October 1 and run through October 31, 2026 and once again, Syracuse City Parks is joining in on the fun. Participants will be able to scout out the best locations in Onondaga Co ...
Wild Beginnings: Trunks, Tusks, Toes
October 19, Rosamond Gifford Zoo
Ages 1-3 | 9:15-10 a.m. | 10:30-11:15 a.m.Join the education team for a program tailored just for the little ones, ages 12 to 36 months. Each themed class includes animal biofacts, nature-themed sensory play, a story and hands on learning! Young ones will explore with their senses as they develop language and motor skills in this early learn ...
Parks Fall Photo Contest
October 19 thru October 31, Onondaga Lake Park
Onondaga County Parks is excited to announce the 8th Annual Parks Photo Contest which has moved to the most colorful season of them all...FALL. The contest will kick off on October 1 and run through October 31, 2026 and once again, Syracuse City Parks is joining in on the fun. Participants will be able to scout out the best locations in Onondaga Co ...
Parks Fall Photo Contest
October 20 thru October 31, Onondaga Lake Park
Onondaga County Parks is excited to announce the 8th Annual Parks Photo Contest which has moved to the most colorful season of them all...FALL. The contest will kick off on October 1 and run through October 31, 2026 and once again, Syracuse City Parks is joining in on the fun. Participants will be able to scout out the best locations in Onondaga Co ...
Spooky Sips
October 21, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Raise your glass to the return of Spooky Sips! Beaver Lake’s 3rd annual Halloween-themed beer and spirit tasting event! Join us for a hauntingly good evening set against the background of Enchanted Beaver Lake’s jack-o-lantern lit trails while local craft breweries and distilleries serve up samples of their seasonal specialties. Enjoy delicious ...
Parks Fall Photo Contest
October 21 thru October 31, Onondaga Lake Park
Onondaga County Parks is excited to announce the 8th Annual Parks Photo Contest which has moved to the most colorful season of them all...FALL. The contest will kick off on October 1 and run through October 31, 2026 and once again, Syracuse City Parks is joining in on the fun. Participants will be able to scout out the best locations in Onondaga Co ...
Parks Fall Photo Contest
October 22 thru October 31, Onondaga Lake Park
Onondaga County Parks is excited to announce the 8th Annual Parks Photo Contest which has moved to the most colorful season of them all...FALL. The contest will kick off on October 1 and run through October 31, 2026 and once again, Syracuse City Parks is joining in on the fun. Participants will be able to scout out the best locations in Onondaga Co ...
Spooktacular Stroll
October 23 thru October 30, Long Branch Park at Onondaga Lake Park
This family-friendly Halloween walk-thru invites guests of all ages to enjoy a not-so-scary adventure along a ½-mile, freshly paved path at Long Branch Park in Liverpool. Stroll through the woods as they come alive with festive Halloween displays, glowing lights, and themed scenes around every corner!Explore our spooky-but-fun sections, inc ...
Parks Fall Photo Contest
October 23 thru October 31, Onondaga Lake Park
Onondaga County Parks is excited to announce the 8th Annual Parks Photo Contest which has moved to the most colorful season of them all...FALL. The contest will kick off on October 1 and run through October 31, 2026 and once again, Syracuse City Parks is joining in on the fun. Participants will be able to scout out the best locations in Onondaga Co ...
Zoo Boo
October 24 thru October 25, Rosamond Gifford Zoo
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.Trick or treat with the animals!Join us for a "kooky-not-spooky" daytime Halloween celebration. The zoo transforms into a hauntingly fun destination for the whole family with trick-or-treat stations, creepy crawly animal encounters, keeper chats, games, activities, photo ops and costume parade! So, wear your costumes and bring your ...
Spooktacular Stroll
October 24 thru October 30, Long Branch Park at Onondaga Lake Park
This family-friendly Halloween walk-thru invites guests of all ages to enjoy a not-so-scary adventure along a ½-mile, freshly paved path at Long Branch Park in Liverpool. Stroll through the woods as they come alive with festive Halloween displays, glowing lights, and themed scenes around every corner!Explore our spooky-but-fun sections, inc ...
Parks Fall Photo Contest
October 24 thru October 31, Onondaga Lake Park
Onondaga County Parks is excited to announce the 8th Annual Parks Photo Contest which has moved to the most colorful season of them all...FALL. The contest will kick off on October 1 and run through October 31, 2026 and once again, Syracuse City Parks is joining in on the fun. Participants will be able to scout out the best locations in Onondaga Co ...
Zoo Boo
October 25, Rosamond Gifford Zoo
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.Trick or treat with the animals!Join us for a "kooky-not-spooky" daytime Halloween celebration. The zoo transforms into a hauntingly fun destination for the whole family with trick-or-treat stations, creepy crawly animal encounters, keeper chats, games, activities, photo ops and costume parade! So, wear your costumes and bring your ...
Spooktacular Stroll
October 25 thru October 30, Long Branch Park at Onondaga Lake Park
This family-friendly Halloween walk-thru invites guests of all ages to enjoy a not-so-scary adventure along a ½-mile, freshly paved path at Long Branch Park in Liverpool. Stroll through the woods as they come alive with festive Halloween displays, glowing lights, and themed scenes around every corner!Explore our spooky-but-fun sections, inc ...
Parks Fall Photo Contest
October 25 thru October 31, Onondaga Lake Park
Onondaga County Parks is excited to announce the 8th Annual Parks Photo Contest which has moved to the most colorful season of them all...FALL. The contest will kick off on October 1 and run through October 31, 2026 and once again, Syracuse City Parks is joining in on the fun. Participants will be able to scout out the best locations in Onondaga Co ...
Beaver Lake Photography Group
October 26, Beaver Lake Nature Center
The Beaver Lake Photography Group is a community of nature lovers dedicated to capturing the beauty, wildlife, and landscapes of Beaver Lake and beyond.The club typically meets on the 4th Monday of the month from 6 PM to 8 PM, to share photos, learn new skills, and enjoy the camaraderie of fellow photographers. Meetings often include educati ...
Parks Fall Photo Contest
October 26 thru October 31, Onondaga Lake Park
Onondaga County Parks is excited to announce the 8th Annual Parks Photo Contest which has moved to the most colorful season of them all...FALL. The contest will kick off on October 1 and run through October 31, 2026 and once again, Syracuse City Parks is joining in on the fun. Participants will be able to scout out the best locations in Onondaga Co ...
Parks Fall Photo Contest
October 27 thru October 31, Onondaga Lake Park
Onondaga County Parks is excited to announce the 8th Annual Parks Photo Contest which has moved to the most colorful season of them all...FALL. The contest will kick off on October 1 and run through October 31, 2026 and once again, Syracuse City Parks is joining in on the fun. Participants will be able to scout out the best locations in Onondaga Co ...
Parks Fall Photo Contest
October 28 thru October 31, Onondaga Lake Park
Onondaga County Parks is excited to announce the 8th Annual Parks Photo Contest which has moved to the most colorful season of them all...FALL. The contest will kick off on October 1 and run through October 31, 2026 and once again, Syracuse City Parks is joining in on the fun. Participants will be able to scout out the best locations in Onondaga Co ...
Nature Book Club
October 29, Beaver Lake Nature Center
If you love reading and nature, we have got the perfect book club for you! We will read a curated selection of nonfiction titles and meet for a friendly discussion on each. This program is geared towards adults. Books are not provided.October 29: A Sand County Almanac by Aldo Leopold
Free to participate. Registration is appreciated.
Sharing Nature With Your Child: Fantastic Foliage
October 29, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Enjoy the stunning colors of fall with a hike through the forests of Beaver Lake! Spot evergreens, fallen leaves, and furtive creatures preparing for winter with your little adventurer.$6/child-member; $7/child-nonmember
Parks Fall Photo Contest
October 29 thru October 31, Onondaga Lake Park
Onondaga County Parks is excited to announce the 8th Annual Parks Photo Contest which has moved to the most colorful season of them all...FALL. The contest will kick off on October 1 and run through October 31, 2026 and once again, Syracuse City Parks is joining in on the fun. Participants will be able to scout out the best locations in Onondaga Co ...
Nature Fact or Fiction
October 30, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Is that creepy creature really dangerous, venomous, or poisonous, or is it just misunderstood? Join us for a fun, family-friendly Halloween nature hike as we separate fact from fiction about some of nature's spookiest plants and animals.Free with Park admission
Spooktacular Stroll
October 30, Long Branch Park at Onondaga Lake Park
This family-friendly Halloween walk-thru invites guests of all ages to enjoy a not-so-scary adventure along a ½-mile, freshly paved path at Long Branch Park in Liverpool. Stroll through the woods as they come alive with festive Halloween displays, glowing lights, and themed scenes around every corner!Explore our spooky-but-fun sections, inc ...
Parks Fall Photo Contest
October 30 thru October 31, Onondaga Lake Park
Onondaga County Parks is excited to announce the 8th Annual Parks Photo Contest which has moved to the most colorful season of them all...FALL. The contest will kick off on October 1 and run through October 31, 2026 and once again, Syracuse City Parks is joining in on the fun. Participants will be able to scout out the best locations in Onondaga Co ...
Parks Fall Photo Contest
October 31, Onondaga Lake Park
Onondaga County Parks is excited to announce the 8th Annual Parks Photo Contest which has moved to the most colorful season of them all...FALL. The contest will kick off on October 1 and run through October 31, 2026 and once again, Syracuse City Parks is joining in on the fun. Participants will be able to scout out the best locations in Onondaga Co ...
Arrowhead Lodge Open House
November 3, Arrowhead Lodge at Oneida Shores Park
Learn more about Arrowhead Lodge during an Open House! Arrowhead Lodge will be open to visit, and staff will be on hand to answer questions, on the first Tuesday of every month. Open to the public. A facility reservation is not required to attend. Out of courtesy for all attending the open house, please no children under 10 years of age. Ind ...
One Day Zoo Camp: Zoo Polls and Paw Prints
November 3, Rosamond Gifford Zoo
Ages 6-12 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.Join us for a dive deep into the incredible world of animals for a full day of Zoo Camp! Each camp day is different, allowing your child to explore something new about the animal world through hands-on science, artistry, technology, and engineering projects, STEAM activities- whether they’re registered for just o ...
Wreath Making
November 6, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Invite holiday guests and Christmas cheer through your front door with a handsome evergreen wreath. Just smelling the fresh boughs will put you in the proper spirit! Registration includes boughs, wire, and bow. Bring your own clippers to cut the boughs and a metal clothes hanger if you have one.$23/Member; $26/Nonmember; includes park admiss ...
Beaver Lake Coffeehouse
November 7, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Enjoy a Saturday evening of great acoustic music, good company, hot coffee, and decadent desserts! The Bog Brothers are an acoustic Americana and folk band based in Central New York. Led by musician Mike Gridley (aka "Griz"), the group plays mandolin, banjo, and guitar. They are well-known in the local music scene for their upbeat original m ...
Birding For All
November 7, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Join us for Birding for All, an inclusive and welcoming program designed for people of all ages, abilities, and experience levels. Whether you're a seasoned bird enthusiast or have never picked up a pair of binoculars, birding guide Ryan Shostack offers a fun and engaging way to connect with nature and explore the fascinating world of birds. Binocu ...
Homeschool Days at Beaver Lake: Hidden Messages
November 10, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Learn about acids and bases as we create invisible messages and unlock the secret to revealing them.$6/child-member; $7/child-nonmember
One Day Zoo Camp: Stars, Stripes and Spots
November 11, Rosamond Gifford Zoo
Ages 6-12 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.Join us for a dive deep into the incredible world of animals for a full day of Zoo Camp! Each camp day is different, allowing your child to explore something new about the animal world through hands-on science, artistry, technology, and engineering projects, STEAM activities- whether they’re registered for just o ...
Wreath Making
November 12, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Invite holiday guests and Christmas cheer through your front door with a handsome evergreen wreath. Just smelling the fresh boughs will put you in the proper spirit! Registration includes boughs, wire, and bow. Bring your own clippers to cut the boughs and a metal clothes hanger if you have one.$23/Member; $26/Nonmember; includes park admiss ...
Wreath Making
November 13, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Invite holiday guests and Christmas cheer through your front door with a handsome evergreen wreath. Just smelling the fresh boughs will put you in the proper spirit! Registration includes boughs, wire, and bow. Bring your own clippers to cut the boughs and a metal clothes hanger if you have one.$23/Member; $26/Nonmember; includes park admiss ...
Wreath Making
November 14, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Invite holiday guests and Christmas cheer through your front door with a handsome evergreen wreath. Just smelling the fresh boughs will put you in the proper spirit! Registration includes boughs, wire, and bow. Bring your own clippers to cut the boughs and a metal clothes hanger if you have one.$23/Member; $26/Nonmember; includes park admiss ...
Wreath Making
November 14, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Invite holiday guests and Christmas cheer through your front door with a handsome evergreen wreath. Just smelling the fresh boughs will put you in the proper spirit! Registration includes boughs, wire, and bow. Bring your own clippers to cut the boughs and a metal clothes hanger if you have one.$23/Member; $26/Nonmember; includes park admiss ...
Wreath Making
November 15, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Invite holiday guests and Christmas cheer through your front door with a handsome evergreen wreath. Just smelling the fresh boughs will put you in the proper spirit! Registration includes boughs, wire, and bow. Bring your own clippers to cut the boughs and a metal clothes hanger if you have one.$23/Member; $26/Nonmember; includes park admiss ...
Wild Beginnings: Munch, Crunch, and Animals Lunch
November 16, Rosamond Gifford Zoo
Ages 1-3 | 9:15-10 a.m. | 10:30-11:15 a.m.Join the education team for a program tailored just for the little ones, ages 12 to 36 months. Each themed class includes animal biofacts, nature-themed sensory play, a story and hands on learning! Young ones will explore with their senses as they develop language and motor skills in this early learn ...
Sharing Nature With Your Child: Season's Greetings
November 17, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Join a naturalist for a short walk while we look for leaves. We’ll bring a few inside to help us make leaf rubbing greeting cards to give to friends and family.$6/child-member; $7/child-nonmember
Wreath Making
November 17, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Invite holiday guests and Christmas cheer through your front door with a handsome evergreen wreath. Just smelling the fresh boughs will put you in the proper spirit! Registration includes boughs, wire, and bow. Bring your own clippers to cut the boughs and a metal clothes hanger if you have one.$23/Member; $26/Nonmember; includes park admiss ...
Holiday Herbal Hors d'oeuvres
November 18, Beaver Lake Nature Center
During this workshop you will learn how to make several recipes of festive herbal hors d’oeuvres, just in time for the holidays. Also, learn about the culinary and medicinal uses of various herbs. Afterwards you’ll get to sample the creations.$18/Member; $20/Nonmember
Nature Book Club
November 19, Beaver Lake Nature Center
If you love reading and nature, we have got the perfect book club for you! We will read a curated selection of nonfiction titles and meet for a friendly discussion on each. This program is geared towards adults. Books are not provided.November 19: Of Time and Turtles by Sy Montgomery
Free to participate. Registration is appreciated.
Nature's Thanksgiving Menu
November 20, Beaver Lake Nature Center
What’s on your Thanksgiving plate? Join a naturalist on a guided hike going through a Thanksgiving menu in the woods! From wild cranberries, to stuffing, to drinks and side dishes, we will discover an entire Thanksgiving menu on the trail.Free with Park admission
One Day Zoo Camp: Fall Feasts
November 25, Rosamond Gifford Zoo
Ages 6-12 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.Join us for a dive deep into the incredible world of animals for a full day of Zoo Camp! Each camp day is different, allowing your child to explore something new about the animal world through hands-on science, artistry, technology, and engineering projects, STEAM activities- whether they’re registered for just o ...
Liverpool Turkey Trot
November 26, Onondaga Lake Park
The Liverpool Turkey Trot is a premier run with a festiveatmosphere and an awesome park setting to start your Thanksgiving Day! Sinceits humble beginnings 12 years ago, when 124 runners entered, the LTT has growninto one of the largest and most festive turkey trots in Central New York withover 2,300 strong and growing!
Ugly Sweater 5K
November 28, Onondaga Lake Park
Come celebrate the transition from Thanksgiving to theChristmas season with a fun and festive Syracuse Ugly Sweater 5K for runnersand walkers. The 12th Annual Syracuse Ugly Sweater 5K will onceagain be held at Onondaga Lake Park. All runners participating in the UglySweater 5K run (either Team Santa or Team Grinch) will receive a custom longsleeve ...
Arrowhead Lodge Open House
December 1, Arrowhead Lodge at Oneida Shores Park
Learn more about Arrowhead Lodge during an Open House! Arrowhead Lodge will be open to visit, and staff will be on hand to answer questions, on the first Tuesday of every month. Open to the public. A facility reservation is not required to attend. Out of courtesy for all attending the open house, please no children under 10 years of age. Ind ...
Wreath Making
December 1, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Invite holiday guests and Christmas cheer through your front door with a handsome evergreen wreath. Just smelling the fresh boughs will put you in the proper spirit! Registration includes boughs, wire, and bow. Bring your own clippers to cut the boughs and a metal clothes hanger if you have one.$23/Member; $26/Nonmember; includes park admiss ...
Wreath Making
December 2, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Invite holiday guests and Christmas cheer through your front door with a handsome evergreen wreath. Just smelling the fresh boughs will put you in the proper spirit! Registration includes boughs, wire, and bow. Bring your own clippers to cut the boughs and a metal clothes hanger if you have one.$23/Member; $26/Nonmember; includes park admiss ...
Holiday Nights
December 4 thru December 19, Rosamond Gifford Zoo
DECEMBER 4-19 (Fridays and Saturdays)5-8 p.m.Enjoy a festive and fun after-hours stroll amid sparkling displays of holiday lights that transform the zoo into a winter wonderland. Visit with Santa and friends, warm up by the fire pits and enjoy hot chocolate, s’mores, live performances of holiday music, carolers, roving entertainers, and mo ...
Breakfast With Santa
December 5, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Kick off the holiday season with breakfast at Beaver Lake and a special visitor - Santa! Enjoy a tasty meal of pancakes, sausage, and a beverage.$3-$7, depending on your appetite
Does not include park admission ($5/vehicle)
Holiday Nights
December 5 thru December 19, Rosamond Gifford Zoo
DECEMBER 4-19 (Fridays and Saturdays)5-8 p.m.Enjoy a festive and fun after-hours stroll amid sparkling displays of holiday lights that transform the zoo into a winter wonderland. Visit with Santa and friends, warm up by the fire pits and enjoy hot chocolate, s’mores, live performances of holiday music, carolers, roving entertainers, and mo ...
Natural Holiday Crafts for Kids
December 6, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Children will learn how to create their own holiday crafts and ornaments using materials found in nature. This program is designed for children of all ages, but space is limited! Adult does not need to register for a spot but must attend program with child.$6/child-member; $7/child-nonmember
Special Olympics Polar Plunge
December 6, Oneida Shores Park
Join your neighbors who support Special Olympics New York every year by raising funds from family and friends - and then splashing into frigid waters.The money raised through Polar Plunge® helps provide year-round sports training and competition, as well as leadership, health, and inclusion programs for individuals with intellectual disabil ...
Holiday Nights
December 11 thru December 19, Rosamond Gifford Zoo
DECEMBER 4-19 (Fridays and Saturdays)5-8 p.m.Enjoy a festive and fun after-hours stroll amid sparkling displays of holiday lights that transform the zoo into a winter wonderland. Visit with Santa and friends, warm up by the fire pits and enjoy hot chocolate, s’mores, live performances of holiday music, carolers, roving entertainers, and mo ...
Breakfast With Santa
December 12, Beaver Lake Nature Center
Kick off the holiday season with breakfast at Beaver Lake and a special visitor - Santa! Enjoy a tasty meal of pancakes, sausage, and a beverage.$3-$7, depending on your appetite
Does not include park admission ($5/vehicle)
Holiday Nights
December 12 thru December 19, Rosamond Gifford Zoo
DECEMBER 4-19 (Fridays and Saturdays)5-8 p.m.Enjoy a festive and fun after-hours stroll amid sparkling displays of holiday lights that transform the zoo into a winter wonderland. Visit with Santa and friends, warm up by the fire pits and enjoy hot chocolate, s’mores, live performances of holiday music, carolers, roving entertainers, and mo ...
Wild Beginnings: Winter Warriors
December 14, Rosamond Gifford Zoo
Ages 1-3 | 9:15-10 a.m. | 10:30-11:15 a.m.Join the education team for a program tailored just for the little ones, ages 12 to 36 months. Each themed class includes animal biofacts, nature-themed sensory play, a story and hands on learning! Young ones will explore with their senses as they develop language and motor skills in this early learn ...
Holiday Nights
December 18 thru December 19, Rosamond Gifford Zoo
DECEMBER 4-19 (Fridays and Saturdays)5-8 p.m.Enjoy a festive and fun after-hours stroll amid sparkling displays of holiday lights that transform the zoo into a winter wonderland. Visit with Santa and friends, warm up by the fire pits and enjoy hot chocolate, s’mores, live performances of holiday music, carolers, roving entertainers, and mo ...
Holiday Nights
December 19, Rosamond Gifford Zoo
DECEMBER 4-19 (Fridays and Saturdays)5-8 p.m.Enjoy a festive and fun after-hours stroll amid sparkling displays of holiday lights that transform the zoo into a winter wonderland. Visit with Santa and friends, warm up by the fire pits and enjoy hot chocolate, s’mores, live performances of holiday music, carolers, roving entertainers, and mo ...
One Day Zoo Camp: World of Winter Warriors
December 23 thru December 31, Rosamond Gifford Zoo
Ages 6-12 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.Join us for a dive deep into the incredible world of animals for a full day of Zoo Camp! Each camp day is different, allowing your child to explore something new about the animal world through hands-on science, artistry, technology, and engineering projects, STEAM activities- whether they’re registered for just o ...
One Day Zoo Camp: World of Winter Warriors
December 28 thru December 31, Rosamond Gifford Zoo
Ages 6-12 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.Join us for a dive deep into the incredible world of animals for a full day of Zoo Camp! Each camp day is different, allowing your child to explore something new about the animal world through hands-on science, artistry, technology, and engineering projects, STEAM activities- whether they’re registered for just o ...
One Day Zoo Camp: World of Winter Warriors
December 29 thru December 31, Rosamond Gifford Zoo
Ages 6-12 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.Join us for a dive deep into the incredible world of animals for a full day of Zoo Camp! Each camp day is different, allowing your child to explore something new about the animal world through hands-on science, artistry, technology, and engineering projects, STEAM activities- whether they’re registered for just o ...
One Day Zoo Camp: World of Winter Warriors
December 30 thru December 31, Rosamond Gifford Zoo
Ages 6-12 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.Join us for a dive deep into the incredible world of animals for a full day of Zoo Camp! Each camp day is different, allowing your child to explore something new about the animal world through hands-on science, artistry, technology, and engineering projects, STEAM activities- whether they’re registered for just o ...
One Day Zoo Camp: World of Winter Warriors
December 31, Rosamond Gifford Zoo
Ages 6-12 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.Join us for a dive deep into the incredible world of animals for a full day of Zoo Camp! Each camp day is different, allowing your child to explore something new about the animal world through hands-on science, artistry, technology, and engineering projects, STEAM activities- whether they’re registered for just o ...