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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Please join us for our annual holiday maker’s market and Surf Renegades Live performance! Shop the goods of eight local artisans including stain glass, paintings, paper goods + prints, handmade clothing, vintage clothing and most importantly holiday gifts! Surf through the holiday rush with us!
🎁 Discover the Magic of the Holidays at the IREP Holiday Market! Looking for unique gifts, cozy vibes, and a festive shopping experience? The IREP Holiday Market is your go-to destination this season! Every weekend through December 22, explore an incredible selection of handcrafted goods, artisanal creations, and one-of-a-kind treasures from talented local entrepreneurs. From thoughtful gifts to holiday décor ... Read More
The State of the Art Gallery is excited to announce the 2024 Annual December Juried Show, presenting sixty-eight 2-D and 3-D artworks in a wide variety of genres and media. This year 108 artists submitted over 300 pieces, from which the jury members made their choices. $1000 in prizes will be awarded by prize judge Dara Engler, Associate Professor and ... Read More
Come join Silo Food Truck at Liquid State Brewery for a delicious **all you can eat** New Year's Eve buffet! Get ready to indulge in a variety of mouth-watering dishes and ring in the New Year with good food, craft beer and live music! Date: Tue Dec 31 2024 Time: 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Location: Silo Food Truck at ... Read More
Ring in the new year like Gatsby with fine dining, live music, and a beautiful atmosphere! We are offering a Chef's Tasting Dinner ($165), a Four Course Dinner ($85), or an Apre Soiree ($35).
Welcome in the New Year at two beautiful venues connected by an outdoor patio with fire pits... Listen to amazing live music in the former Ithaca mayor's house and Duncan Hines world headquarters! Nosh on some of our complimentary savory bites and sweet snacks, relax on one of our 19' velvet couches, cook s'mores around the fire pits, order award-winning ... Read More
Ring in 2025 with the Sweetness of Song, Sweets, and Sips! Back by popular demand, Opera Ithaca invites you to a joyful celebration to welcome the New Year in Ithaca style, surrounded by your Opera Ithaca family! Don’t miss this unforgettable evening filled with festive performances and the thrill of live music. The Gala will feature stunning performances by renowned ... Read More
Gallery Night Ithaca is a walkable tour of art openings and other special cultural events in and around downtown Ithaca, New York from 5:00-8:00 PM on the first Friday of every month.
Local produce, meats, cheeses, artisan goods, prepared food and more.
The new season starts on January 11th and all 5 monthly Workshops will be hosted in person at Ithaca's premier incubator space, REV: Ithaca Startup Works (314 E. State Street) from 10AM-Noon. Additionally, we're hosting 15 after-school hands-on working sessions, "Get Messy Club," at New Roots School (116 N. Cayuga Street) from 4PM-5:30PM on Wednesdays in between workshops. *Grades 4+
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