Sing with me: Hey, June. Why leave so soon? Things were only getting better. The moment you lead us into summer. You go and leave, and that’s a bummer.

As this month comes to a close, summer events continue to populate. Here in central New York, we’re living it up and taking in all the Vitamin D that we can. This weekend offers a wide variety, so enjoy!

Cape Vincent Historical Weekend

History in the making and reenacting. The annual festival features lectures, live-action reenactments and much more.

Where: Vincent Village Green, 350 Gouvello St. and Broadway, Cape Vincent
When: Friday, June 24 – Sunday June, 26
Cost: Some events may have fees | More Info | 654-2481

Jamesville Balloonfest

The unique annual high-soaring three-day festival returns with fun for the whole family.

Where: Jamesville Beach Park, 4110 W. Shore Manor Road, Jamesville
When: Friday, June 24 – Sunday, June 26
Cost: Free admission, $10/parking | 435-5252

Oakwood Ghostwalk

Learn about the history of Syracuse through tales from the mouths of ghosts.

Where: Oakwood Cemetery, 940 Comstock Ave., Syracuse
When: Friday, June 24 | 6 p.m.
Cost: $15 | Buy Online | 428-1864

The Princess Bride

“Would you like a peanut?” There will be food trucks on-site for goodies, too, at this free outdoor screening.

Where: Burnet Park, 541 Burnet Park Dr., Syracuse
When: Friday, June 24 | 9 p.m.
Cost: Free| (520) 904-7968

Strawberry Festival

The free annual festival features food, music and family fun … and strawberries.

Where: Stone Mills Museum, 30950 Route 180, LaFargeville
When: Saturday, June 25 | 10 a.m.
Cost: Free | 658-2353

Helping Hounds Blind Cornhole Tournament

CNY Cornhole presents a fundraiser for Helping Hounds.

Where: Lamont Tavern, 108 Lamont Ave., Syracuse
When: Saturday, June 25 | noon
Cost: $30/person to play | 944-7774

Daryl Hall & John Oates

Not convinced on the amphitheatre yet? These guys will turn your opinion around. They’ll make your dreams come true.

Where: Lakeview Amphitheatre, 490 Restoration Way, Syracuse
When: Saturday, June 25 | 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $25, $75, $85, $125 | Buy Online | 435-2121

Against Me!

Once a teenage anarchist, forever an anarchist. Laura Jane Grace and her band will rock out in Syracuse.

Where: The Lost Horizon, 5863 Thompson Road, Syracuse
When: Saturday, June 25 | 8 p.m.
Cost: $20/advance, $23/door | Buy Online | (877) 987-6487

Indie Market at House of S. Jaye

Browse local arts and craft vendors, get your face painted, relax with some reiki and get some snacks.

Where: House of S. Jaye, 233 N. Clinton St., Syracuse
When: Sunday, June 26 | 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Cost: Free admission | 478-0684

History’s Hometown Architecture Tour

For over 150 years, the nationally recognized African American cultural festival continues with its local annual celebration.

Where: Seward House Museum, 33 South St., Auburn
When: Sunday, June 26 | 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Cost: $10/Seward & Cayuga Museum members, $12/general | More Info | 212-1283

Editor’s Pick: Moody McCarthy

The Syracuse-based nationally-known comic takes the showroom stage at Funny Bone

Where: Funny Bone Comedy Club, Destiny USA
When: Thursday, June 23 | 7:30 p.m
Cost: $10

Take me out to the Chiefs Game…

All baseball games are played at NBT Stadium, 1 Tex Simone Dr, Syracuse. Box office phone: 474-7833.

Fireworks Friday / Charity for Children

Opponent: Toledo Mud Hens
When: Friday, June 24 | 7:05 p.m.
Cost: $5-$12 | Buy Online

Super Saturday / “Re-opening Day” / Boy Scout Night / Bill Buckner Autograph Session and VIP Meet & Greet

Opponent: Toledo Mud Hens 
When: Saturday, June 25 | 7:05 p.m.
Cost: $5-$12 | Buy Online

Family Sunday / CSEA Day

Opponent: Toledo Mud Hens
When: Sunday, June 26 | 1:05 p.m.
Cost: $5-$12 | Buy Online

Weekend at the Fairgrounds

The Fairgrounds is located at 581 State Fair Blvd., Syracuse.

Classic Horse Show Series

Where: 4-H Ring & Stable Area
When: Saturday, June 25 – Sunday, June 26| 8 a.m.
Cost: Free | More Info | 727-5391

Weather Forecast

(Subject to change, of course.)

THURSDAY

Temperature: 77 degrees / 52 degrees
Conditions: Hot.

FRIDAY

Temperature: 81 degrees / 58 degrees
Conditions: Hotter.

SATURDAY

Temperature: 86 degrees / 60 degrees
Conditions: Hotter than yesterday.

SUNDAY 

Temperature: 92 degrees / 65 degrees
Conditions: Hottest.

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