Here is a listing of downtown businesses that will be open (and closed) for the holidays. If you don’t see your favorite shop or restaurant listed, you’ll want to contact them in advance for their hours. Open New Years Eve (December 31, 2021) Autumn Leaves Used Books Breathe: 10 am – 4 pm Buffalo Street Books: Open until 4 … Read More
Ithaca Ale House Now Open in New Location
ITHACA NY, DECEMBER 17, 2021 — The Downtown Ithaca Alliance (DIA) celebrated Ithaca Ale House’s new location, growth, and 15th anniversary during a ceremony held Thursday at the restaurant. Last month, Ithaca Ale House opened its new spot on East State Street inside of City Centre, one of Ithaca’s newest mixed-use developments, a short walk from the Commons. The restaurant … Read More
11th Annual Chowder Cook-Off Winners
ITHACA DECEMBER 10, 2021 — Downtown Ithaca has counted the public’s votes from its 11th Annual Chowder Cook-Off held this past weekend, and it’s time to announce the winners. Drum roll, please… Simeon’s American Bistro walked away with the Best Traditional Chowder crown, and Taverna Banfi, located in Cornell University’s Statler Hotel, was second running up while Mahogany Grill earned … Read More
11th Annual Chowder Cook-Off happening Saturday, Dec. 4
Competition features multiple chowder options prepared by top chefs from various downtown and local restaurants, beer & wine tastings, and more ITHACA, NY NOV. 30, 2021 — Get your palates ready for Downtown Ithaca’s 11th Annual Chowder Cook-Off happening this Saturday, Dec. 4, on and around the Commons. From 12 to 4 p.m., guests will be able to enjoy a … Read More
Local Fiber pop-up shop joins Downtown for the holidays
Local Fiber Pop-Up Shop November 10 @ 12:00 pm – December 31 @ 6:00 pm Celebrating the bounty of local fiber farmers and producers! Now through the end of December, LocalFiber is hosting a Local Fiber Pop-up Shop at Hilton Garden Inn, 130 Seneca St, Ithaca, NY. The shop opens Wednesday, November 10, 2021, and runs until the end of December 2021. Store Hours: … Read More
Thanksgiving Day/Week Restaurant Hours
Hotel Ithaca Traditional Thanksgiving Sit-Down Plated Dinner Thursday, November 25, 11:30am – 6:00pm Reservations required: 607.272.1000 Or make it a holiday getaway! Wednesday – Sunday of Thanksgiving Week – Room Rates starting at $99 https://bit.ly/3cb0KO8 Coltivare Closed Thanksgiving Day 11/25, Christmas Eve 12/24, and Christmas Day 12/25 and Mondays. Open Tuesday-Sunday for dinner as well as Sunday brunch! In … Read More
Downtown Ithaca will shine green for Veterans Day
NOVEMBER 8, 2021 — To celebrate Veterans Day and honor military veterans and their families, Downtown Ithaca is for the third consecutive year participating in the national Greenlight A Vet campaign from November 10 through 12. During that time, many downtown Ithaca shops and other businesses will show their support for military veterans by changing at least one light at their business … Read More
Tompkins Together
The Tompkins Chamber, Visit Ithaca, and the Downtown Ithaca Alliance have been collaborating on a feel-good campaign focusing on those working in the hospitality industry. The goal of this campaign is to spread kindness, encourage patience, and elicit understanding in acknowledgment that businesses are experiencing real staffing challenges.
Gallery Night Ithaca artists observe Hispanic Heritage Month
SEPTEMBER 29, 2021 ITHACA NY — October’s Gallery Night presented by Tompkins Trust Company is happening Friday, Oct. 1, and will feature artwork from more than 30 different artists at 16 downtown Ithaca locations. In observance of Hispanic Heritage Month, some of the participating locations will feature Hispanic and Latin American artists. The Community School of Music and Arts is … Read More
Four businesses and a development honored at Downtown Ithaca Annual Awards Dinner
AUGUST 25, 2021 ITHACA NY — Hardworking and dedicated downtown Ithaca business owners and building developments were in the spotlight Tuesday evening as the Downtown Ithaca Alliance (DIA) presented five awards during its Annual Awards Dinner at Ithaca Marriott on the Commons. “So many people work hard every day to make downtown a successful and vibrant place. This ceremony is our opportunity to … Read More
