May is here and with it the promise of warmer weather! Everyone is ready to get out and enjoy the awesome outdoor adventures that await them in the Finger Lakes.


Start planning your summer getaway today! The staff at Tour Cayuga is always here to help, please contact us if you have any questions or if you would like us to send you a visitors guide. Whether it’s history, wine, food, hiking, fishing or amazing and fun events, there are plenty of things to do and see in Cayuga County!

Erie Canal Bicentennial Celebrations

In celebration of the Erie Canal's amazing milestone we have created a dedicated webpage where you can find:


🛶Blogs

🛶Explorers Guide

🛶 Photo Contest

🛶Event Calendar

🛶Itinerary's and more!

Click on photo for more info.

Memorial Day Parades and more!

City of Auburn

Memorial Day Parade, Food Truck Rodeo and Duck Derby

Monday, May 26

Come celebrate this Memorial Day, with the City of Auburn's Annual Memorial Day Parade taking place on Genesee Street beginning at 11am.

A wreath laying ceremony will take place at noon at Veteran's Memorial Park.

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Sweet Treat Trail is Back for it's 12 Season!

Sweet Treat Trail Trail now Open!

Here, we’re all about the sweet treats, and the land the unique to Cayuga County. Our partners love to showcase their locally sourced, made, and enjoyed products. Enjoy this self-guided tour at your own pace May through October.

Spring Fishing

Fish Cayuga County Tributaries This Spring

Cayuga County is known for its great game fishing. During the springtime, fishing for non-game fish can be exceptional in our area.To learn more, read out latest fishing blog by Tour Ambassador George Fiorille.

Music, Theatre, Juneteenth and more!

The REV Theatre Company

Broadway in the Fingerlakes!


The 2025 season opens May 28th with Jesus Christ Superstar. Tickets are selling fast, so call the box office soon if you want to see this show.

Summer Music on Owasco Lake

Thursdays 6-9pm

Are you ready for great music under the lights again this summer?!

Juneteenth Celebration

June 14

at the

Booker T. Washington Community Center

Celebrate Juneteenth in Harriet Tubman’s Chosen Hometown!

2025 Sterling Stage Folkfest & 30th Anniversary Celebration


The 30th ANNIVERSARY YEAR of the legendary Sterling Stage kicks off with the Folkfest May 22 - 25.

Featuring the best in folk, roots and jamband music, plus Artist's Village, Sinatra Lounge, crafty vendors, tasty foods, beautiful trees and the kindest folks around!

Looking for more to do in Cayuga County?
Visit our Events Page!
Cayuga County Office of Tourism
25 South Street
Auburn, NY 13021
800-499-9615 | 315-255-1658
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