From our four annual festivals to monthly art gallery nights, to free live music & public performances, there’s always something going on Downtown!

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Interested in performing at a downtown event? Artist selection is determined by a jury process. If you have been booked in the past, you will still need to submit a sound bite or link to your website along with your application. Music submitted must directly reflect the performance and style you would perform.

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Are you planning an event yourself and looking for local resources from speaking with expert event planners in Ithaca to borrowing equipment from the Tompkins Festivals Equipment lending program? Downtown Ithaca can help advise and program support to help make your event a success. Click on the link to submit your request.

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Downtown Ithaca Events Calendar

45th Annual Take Back the Night

Bernie Milton Pavilion 100 N. Tioga Street, Ithaca, NY

Ithaca’s Annual Take Back the Night (TBTN) March and Rally are back! This year’s TBTN will take place on April 26th, 2024 with marches from GIAC, Ithaca College, and Cornell, and a rally and candlelit vigil at the Bernie Milton Pavillion on the Ithaca Commons. Join us as a survivor or as an ally. Take Back the Night began as ... Read More

Free

Indie Bookstore Day at Buffalo Street Books

Buffalo Street Books 215 N. Cayuga St., Ithaca

Independent Bookstore Day is a one-day national party that takes place at indie bookstores across the country on the last Saturday in April. This year, we have a handful of things going on from specific Indie Bookstore Day merch, to freebies, to special events going on!

Zine-Making Workshop

Buffalo Street Books 215 N. Cayuga St., Ithaca

Learn how to design, print, and bind zines for your DIY publishing toolkit. Students will be introduced to bookbinding that is ideal for zines and explore ways to write and illustrate their own content. Next, students will learn how to layout and design their zine and inkjet print 15 copies of their project. Participants will have options to display or ... Read More

Cayuga Vocal Ensemble presents: “Pax Mundi”, a concert for peace

St. Catherine of Siena Church 309 Siena Drive, Ithaca

Experience the harmony of humanity with Cayuga Vocal Ensemble's concert, 'Pax Mundi.' Join us for an evening of choral works by Arvo Pärt, Alvin Singleton, Amy Beach, Sarah Quartel, and others celebrating peace and unity. Donations welcome at the door. Made possible in part with funds from the NYS Council on the Arts, through the Community Arts Partnership.

Free

The Bike Month Challenge

Virtual

Make every ride count this May with the Bike Month Challenge! Brought to Ithaca by Love to Ride and GOIthaca, the national #MakeEveryRideCount initiative aims to champion bike riding while harnessing the pedal power of bike riders across the country to generate data that will make biking better for everyone. So, how does it work? Once someone downloads the Love ... Read More

Free

11th Annual Mac ‘n Cheese Bowl

Ithaca Farmers Market Steamboat Landing 545 3rd St, Ithaca, NY

Over 20 competitors vie for your votes to try and win the titles of Best Meat Mac, Best Non-Meat Mac, Kid’s Choice, Most Creative, and new-for-2024 Alt Mac. Your ticket allows you to taste all of them and vote for your favorite! Try your luck with raffle baskets and visit info booths for our partners in senior services. Proceeds support ... Read More

$4 – $20
Event Series Trivia!

Trivia!

Liquid State Brewery 620 W. Green St., Ithaca

Grow your brain or just show it off to a loveable bunch of Trivia-lovers. Hosted by Ithaca's Trivia legend, Bob Proehl. Get there early as seats fill up fast!

Free

16th Annual Spring Writes Literary Festival

Downtown Ithaca , United States

Immerse yourself in the vibrant arts and culture of Ithaca, NY, at the 16th Annual Spring Writes Literary Festival! From May 2nd to 18th, downtown Ithaca transforms into a dynamic hub of creativity, bringing together over 110 local writers and artists for a celebration unlike any other. This festival is a cornerstone of Ithaca's cultural offerings, showcasing the depth and ... Read More

Free

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