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.
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.
Have an event coming up that you want featured on our site? Simply click the button below and follow the steps for submitting. Once you have submitted your event, it will then be listed on our calendar below (pending review).
The Latino Civic Association of Tompkins County is delighted to invite you to a magical and charming weekend featuring two wonderful puppet shows in Spanish — perfect for the whole family! 📅 Dates & Schedule Saturday, October 18 – The Kitchen Center (417 W State St, Ithaca, NY 14850): • 10:30 AM – Pedro and the Odyssey of the Paraná ... Read More
Join Loaves & Fishes in celebrating 30 years of Empty Bowls, our signature fundraiser supporting free meals and advocacy for neighbors in need. Local potters donate beautiful handmade bowls, restaurants provide delicious soups, and Finger Lakes wineries contribute exceptional wine. Businesses and foundations sponsor this special event, making it a true community effort. Each ticket includes: • A handcrafted bowl ... Read More
Get into the autumn spirit with a family-friendly Pumpkin Paint & Sip, led by visual arts instructor Jessica Peery! Bring your family and paint your very own pumpkin masterpiece while enjoying a complimentary drink. For just $20, you’ll receive your choice of pumpkin, paints, and a free beverage. Want to paint more? Add an extra pumpkin for just $10.
In this two-session workshop taught by local art educator and screen printer Rose Tirrito, learn how to prepare a screen with your own image and then print it on your own garments and fabric! First session is Sunday, 10/19 and second session is Sunday, 10/26.
______ A Harpist at the Threshold: Hospice Stories of Love & Grace Written and performed by Jayne Demakos Through story and harp, a music-thanatologist shares deeply personal reflections from her work as a harpist at the bedside of the dying. Her performance explores how vulnerability, music, and presence can help guide the final passage with peace and dignity. With poetic ... Read More
SUNDAY, OCT 26 – 12 to 4pm Ithaca Generator’s annual open house invites all makers, crafters, and curious folks to 233 Cherry Street, Ithaca, NY for an afternoon of crafting, demonstrations, and celebration of another successful year of creativity. Learn about our makerspace facility (which includes metal, wood, ceramics, fiber arts, 3D printing, + more!) and how you can get ... Read More
Gain the professional insight you need to launch a marketing, PR and fundraising program that will bolster awareness without breaking the bank at a free breakfast workshop from The Communication Solutions Group, in celebration of their new Ithaca office. RSVP: https://tinyurl.com/EventBriteCSGIthaca
Tompkins County Trivia Night Thursday, October 30 4:30-5:00 PM: Public Presentation with Anna Kelles 5:00-7:00 PM: Trivia game with host Dave Ashton of Lite Rock 97.3! Teams will all represent a different decade, and players are encouraged to dress up in costumes representative of their team's decade! There will be prizes for the best dressed team, and the trivia champions. ... Read More
Join us on October 31st from 3-6pm for a spooky good time! Enjoy treats, refreshments, and hauntingly fun decor while you shop. Come in costume, bring your Halloween spirit, and take 20% off all carry-out sales during the event. Stop by for flowers, fun, and a little Halloween magic!
Friday October 31st at 3:30 pm is our Halloween Wine and Candy Pairing Event hosted in the Gallery. Join us for a festive afternoon full of delicious pairings, spooky fun, and great company! We hope to see you there!
Join our mailing list to receive the latest news and updates from downtown Ithaca.
