CNY Alive!

Jonah Ladd & Erin Champion
2025-05-15 18:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Shannon’s Place, 262 Genesee St., Chittenango, 13037, United States
Jonah Ladd & Erin Champion will be performing an intimate set of acoustic folk music at Shannon’s Place bar and restaurant in chittenango NY. Event is 6:30-830pm.
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Le Winston Band
2025-05-15 19:00 - 21:00 | The 443 Social Club Lounge, 443 Burnet Ave, Syracuse, 13203, United States
Le Winston Band is a one-of-a-kind Montreal-based ensemble that blends its French-Canadian roots with Zydeco and Cajun music.
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Connor Campbell
2025-05-15 19:00 - 22:00 | Kitty Hoynes Restaurant and Pub, 301 West Fayette Street, Syracuse, NY, 13202, United States
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MCCARDELL & WESTERS
2025-05-15 19:00 - 23:00 | Shifty’s Bar, 1401 Burnet avenue , Syracuse, NY, 13206, United States

The Instigators
2025-05-15 19:30 - 21:30 | The Green Gate Inn, 2 Main St, Camillus, NY, 13031, United States
The Instigators return to #JazzinTheBurbs. The group showcases some of CNY’S premier young lions of Jazz including drummer Joey Porth, keyboardist Michael Passarelli Jr, guitarist Theo Curtin, saxophonist/guitarist Luke Hart, and trombonist/leader Jake Lawless. Please call the Green Gate for reservation information soon.
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Open Mic at Average Joe's
2025-05-15 19:30 - 22:30 | Average Joe’s, Baldwinsville, United States
Brought to you by Surfside. BUCKETS OF SURFSIDE 4 FOR $24
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Sarah Hennies & Tristan Kasten-Krause
2025-05-15 20:00 - 22:00 | The Downstairs Ithaca, 121 W. Martin Luther King Jr. St., Ithaca, NY, 14850, United States

Tim Herron
2025-05-15 20:00 - 23:00 | Coleman’s Authentic Irish Pub, 100 South Lowell Avenue, Syracuse, NY, 13204, United States

Spinal Chords w/ Jam Theory
2025-05-15 20:00 - 23:59 | Funk n Waffles – Downtown Syracuse, 313 South Clinton Street, Syracuse, NY, 13210, United States
Spinal Chords: The Doctors Are In (The Band, That Is!)When they’re not diagnosing, treating, or studying, the members of Spinal Chords are busy rocking out! This Upstate-based band is made up of faculty, staff, and students who trade stethoscopes for strings, scrubs for stage lights, and white coats for wicked riffs. With powerhouse vocals from medical student Olivia Laniak, the keys in expert hands with Jian Li, and a lineup of talented guitarists (Humza Khan, Shaun Sergott, and Amit Dhamoon) bringing the heat, this band knows how to keep a crowd on its feet. Holding down the bassline is Dr. Mike Vertino, proving that neurologists really do have rhythm. And on drums? None other than Dr. Larry Chin, a neurosurgeon by day and rock legend by night.Whether you need a prescription for good music or just a reason to let loose, Spinal Chords is here to deliver – no appointment necessary.
Jam Theory is comprised of musicians that have been a part of the professional local musicscene for many years. Our current lineup has been together for three years. We’re avariety band cover songs from Led Zappelin to Lady Gaga and everything in between.We’re not here for the party, we are the party!
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2025 Food Truck Battle
2025-05-16 16:00 - 2025-05-17 22:00 | New York State Fairgrounds, 581 State Fair Blvd., Syracuse, NY, 13209, United States
Are you ready for a Food Truck Battle?!
The largest gathering of food trucks in CNY history is NOW TWO DAYS and taking over the NYS Fairgrounds inside Chevy Court on Friday, May 16th from 4-10pm and Saturday, May 17th from 11-10pm!
Join us for a deliciously fun-filled weekend, curated for the food truck foodies and local lovers! Cast your vote for best truck out of 50+ locally owned food trucks from Syracuse, Rochester, Utica and beyond, PLUS enjoy an incredible live music line-up headlined by Cruel Summer on Friday and lovelytheband on Saturday! It’s a party you don’t want to miss!
And that’s not all folks — support your favorite local artists in the Artisan Village, enjoy beer and Ashley Lynn wine slushies, low-cost food samples ($3-$5) and full menu items, take the kids through the Kidzone, play some yard games and so much more!!
Tickets Now On Sale!$5 Friday General Admission (Increases to $10 the week of the festival)$5 Saturday General Admission (Increases to $10 the week of the festival)
GA ticket includes festival admission and presale line access.
Kids under 12 are FREE and do not require a ticket for general admission.
FREE parking in the brown lot, entrance is through the main gate. Handicap parking is located next to the main gate.
Enjoy two incredible days of live music, brought to you by Jim Beam!
Music Schedule – Chevy Court Stage (Friday)DJ WashburnStrokeLetiziaCruel Summer: Live Band Tribute To Taylor Swift
Music Schedule – Chevy Court Stage (Saturday)DJ WashburnNorthern Attitude – Noah Kahan TributeAkuma RootsChris Eves TrioBrass IncWhen We Were Thirtylovelytheband
Food Trucks Ready For Battle + Featured Sample Item!Bold Coast Lobster Co. – Shrimp CocktailByblos Street Grill – Gyro Ball BowlsLeo’s Donut Factory – Raspberry Zinger DonutsKona Ice – Blue Raspberry with Raspberry TOPZMamacitas – Cajun Shrimp TacoFunk ’n Waffles – Carry On My Wayward SpudThe Baked Potato Express – Half Corn on the CobBirdsong Cafe – Lavender lemonade slushieThe Spud Shack – Dill Pickle Ranch FriesMa & Pa’s – Fried Nutella Filled BananaCue-Dogs – Chicken Tender & FriesToss & Fire Wood-Fired Pizza – Chicago Beef PizzaIt’s a Utica Thing – Homemade Rustic Focaccia Sunday SandwichFair Deli – Dr. PickleMelt – Amarena Cherry Italian Cream Soda FloatWrap N Roll – Mini Buffalo Chicken WrapThe Saucy Sandwich – Garlic Parm MeatballsBacon Bomb – BBQ Chicken DrumstickSkippy’s Ice Cream – S’mores SundaeBaja Cali Taco Co – Braised Beef Taco with Jalapeño & Pineapple SlawTheo Petros – Mini Gyro BowlThe Angry Pig BBQ – Brisket & Cheddar TotsBlueberries & Lace – Caramel Brownie Batter Iced LatteCarvel DeWitt – The Snickers SundaeJohnny Gee’s BBQ – Jamaican Brown Stew ChickenHenry’s Hen House – Jerk ChickenExhale Cafe & Bakeshop – Lemon Blueberry Cake CupLucky 7 – Cajun Chicken AlfredoRedneck Reuben Union – The Piddly RedneckOompa Loompyas – The Mexipino Loompya SamplerBob Barkers – Southwest TotsKiki’s Authentic Greek Food – Grape LeavesAli Baba Food Truck – Chicken Over RiceYum Yum Shack – Spicy Chicken Egg RollGlazed & Confused – Caramel Apple Cider Donut SundaeSaltin’ The City – Chicken Spiedie SkewerCalle Tropical – Pastelon Empanada (Beef & Plantain)Muzzi’s D’Italia Ice – Pistachio Ice Cream CannoliRocky’s Roadside – Spicy Chicken SliderMoonchot’s Authentic Thai Cuisine – Chicken Pad ThaiD&G’s Mac & Cheese – Gold StandardPB&J’s Lunchbox – PB&J French ToastWolf’s Patio Pizza – The WolfOh Crepe & Waffles – Boston Creme CroffleDirty Bird Chicken N’ Waffles – Chicken & Waffle on a StickMacarollin – Burnt Ends Mac & CheeseVia Napoli Express – Neapolitan Fried PizzaRosalie’s Cruisin’ Cucina – Marsala MeatballsBarlow’s Concessions – Fresh Squeezed LemonadeChristiano’s Kitchen – Banga Banga ShrimpJi-Woo’s Korean Seoul Food – Combo BopSilo Fry Stand – Silo Secret FriesSilo Food Truck – Spicy OrgasmacYxi’s Arepas & Gordito – Mini Arepa ComboMother Cluckers – Mini Peri Peri ChickenJillie Dogs – The Jillie DogSoup ‘R Smash Bros – Grilled Cheese Smash BurgerPolish Roadhouse – Kielbasa & PierogisBaga Bowls – Tropical Trio179 Essen – Essen SlidersSkinny’s – Deep-Fried Three Color Italian Cookies
Enjoy the Artisan Village, presented by Melo Roofing! Featuring local hand-made artists, artisans and vendors.
Artisan Village VendorsA Craft Away from CrazyA Lil BlingAllie B. CreatesAnn’s Midnite CreationsBeth Wagner ArtBittersweet DyesBored Mama SolutionsBradt Rd MapleBrew Chew Beef JerkyC & N TreasuresCardinal SignsCB’s CrochetCustom Designs by DeannaDaphne DesignsDaydream Queen CraftsDT Craft and LaserEnvious Vegan HandbagsFarm Girl HoneyFive Star Pickles and SausagesFlower Skate ShopGarden Girl StudioHart of SarahHofsdal Concession LLCJulie and Bridgette’s CraftsJunkologistsGoodsKari Berg Creations LLCKasama PositivityKeeping It PersonalKingsley StreetKJL WoodcraftsMelissa’s Crafty CreationsNot Your Dad’s WoodshopOld and in the WayPaperPie (formerly Usborne Books & More)Raditive Prints LLCRICHES ApiarySalt City ResinsSara’s Secret GardensSelaci the ArtistSilly Sock LadySloppy Kisses Dog TreatsStay Golden SoySYRACHA’CUSEThe Gritty Sisters SoaperyThe Hair Jeweler Inc.The Stitch WitchesThompson’s TreasuresTori’s CreationsUnoriginal New YorkWhat the Fluff Marshmallow Co.Whip My Butta OrganicsWoodworking Designs by WolfCourtyard VendorsKings of Cuts on DemandPocketbooks and PagesThe Tattoo Bus
The KidZone is brought to you by The Face Paint Lady and will feature:Free Character Meet & GreetsFree Balloon TwistingBounce Houses by Marty’s Party RentalsLow Cost Activities:Face PaintingSand ArtBling BarTemporary & Glitter TattoosSplatter Art by Right Mind SyracuseMarissaKay CreationR.S. Henna
DownBeat Percussion, the official drumline of the Buffalo Bills will also perform Saturday at the main gate for the event kick-off and in the courtyard!
A portion of the proceeds from the 2025 Food Truck Battle will be donated to Seventh Heaven Dog Rescue.
Sponsorship opportunities are available, email us at info@syrfoodtrucks.com for more information!
Brought to you by the Syracuse Food Truck Association. Learn more about the SFTA at syrfoodtrucks.com
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Joe Biz
2025-05-16 17:00 - 19:00 | Anyela’s Vineyards, 2433 W. Lake Rd., Skaneateles, NY, 13152, United States

Shawn Halloran
2025-05-16 17:00 - 20:00 | Local 315 Brewing Company, Warners, NY, United States

Southy Keys
2025-05-16 18:00 - 20:00 | Crazy Daisies, 4693 Kasson road, Syracuse, NY, 13215, United States

Bill Ali
2025-05-16 18:00 - 20:00 | Lunkenheimer Craft Brewing Company, 8931 N. Seneca St., Weedsport, NY, 13166, United States
Bill Ali will be performing in Weedsport on 5/16/25 from 6-8:00pm
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Cousin Jake
2025-05-16 18:00 - 21:00 | American Legion Post 1552 Hannibal, 226 Rochester St., Hannibal, NY, 13074, United States

Mike Farrar and the Houserockers
2025-05-16 18:00 - 21:00 | Dock’s Grill at Pirate’s Cove, 9170 Horseshoe Island Rd., Clay, NY, 13041, United States
cool classic rock and Rockin blues….
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Dan Frawley
2025-05-16 18:00 - 21:00 | Duskee’s Sports Bar and Grill, 8 Bridge Street, Phoenix, NY, United States

Sloppy Joes
2025-05-16 18:00 - 21:00 | Prison City Pub and Brewery, 28 State Street, Auburn, NY, United States
This is going to be an awesome one!! Prison City Brewing – North Street Brewery & Taproom is a great venue to just kick back and relax. The beer is phenomenal, the ambience is amazing and the food is delicious. A wonderful place to spend an evening listening to music.
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Bri & Me
2025-05-16 18:00 - 21:00 | Trapper’s II Pizza & Pub, 101 Main St., Minoa, NY, 13116, United States
Bri & Me Singing’ the Hits in Minoa. Join Us!
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The Shenanigan Brothers Duo
2025-05-16 18:00 - 21:00 | McGraw Box Brewing Co., Inc. McGraw, 1 Spring St., McGraw, NY, 13101, United States
Tink Bennett & Marc Ryan team up once again as “The Shenanigan Brothers” and return to McGraw Box Brewing Company for a great local show! Food and drink available! Family friendly and always a good time!
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No SmoKings
2025-05-16 18:00 - 21:30 | Jammer’s Sports Bar, 3535 Walters Rd, Syracuse, NY, 13209, United States

MID DAZE
2025-05-16 18:00 - 22:00 | Harpoon Eddie’s, 611 Park Ave., Sylvan Beach, NY, 13157, United States

The Surf Renegades
2025-05-16 18:30 - 20:30 | Onco Fermentations, 397 rt 281, tully, NY, 13159, United States
So much fun the last time these guys were here: With covers of your favorite surf tunes, TV and movie themes, and their own originals, this group of rockers is sure to improve your Friday night! Show starts at 6:30pm. Neo kitchen is open until 8pm.
Check them out on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/f3cFQG_d9Jk?si=7aoIcJ3w0LnTntYi
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John Primer
2025-05-16 19:00 - 21:00 | The 443 Social Club Lounge, 443 Burnet Ave, Syracuse, 13203, United States
John Primer has undisputedly helped build the sound and style of Chicago blues as we know it today. The echos of tradition bellowing from the birthplaces he played such as Maxwell Street, Theresa’s, Checkerboard, and Rosa’s Lounges, pulse from every chord in his fingers today. John Primer is a Chicago Blues Living Legend.
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HIROYA TSUKAMOTO
2025-05-16 19:00 - 21:00 | Rose Hall, 19 Church St., Cortland, NY, 13045, United States
HIROYA TSUKAMOTO A Journey Through Strings and StoriesTsukamoto brings a blend of masterful fingerstyle guitar and evocative storytelling that transcends cultural barriers. His artistry, honed at the prestigious Berklee College of Music, has been celebrated on renowned stages like the Blue Note in NYC and the United Nations, and lauded for its delicate, fluid, and beautifully detailed style by Acoustic Guitar magazine.Tsukamotos concerts are not just musical events; they are immersive experiences that weave lyrical narratives with intricate melodies. Recognized for his soulful performances that create an orchestra at his fingertips, he invites audiences into his world of musical exploration and emotional expression. This is a rare opportunity to witness a performer who has been celebrated for his ability to take listeners on an impressionistic journey (Boston Herald). Enchanting music that promises to resonate long after the final note is played.RAEDWALD HOWLAND-BOLTONRaedwald is quickly becoming recognized as a driving force in traditional blues and acoustic slide and fingerstyle picking talent. While paying tribute to legends of the past, Raedwald re-interprets blues classics and blends a modern-day songwriting approach through his own unique lens. Nominated in the 2024 SAMMY Awards for Best Blues Album, Raedwald is not to be missed by any fan of blues enthusiasts and appreciators of acoustic guitar music. Hiroya Tsukamoto may play the guitar with the skill of a virtuoso, and he may write compelling music that draws from many different cultures and genres, but if I had to choose one word to describe him it would be orchestrator – Acoustic Guitar MagazineHiroya Tsukamoto takes us to an impressionistic journey -Boston Herald…chops, passion and warmth. Zealously recommended! -Jazz Review.comPLEASE NOTE: Hiroya will be hosting a guitar workshop on Saturday, May 17th for guitar students of all experience levels and ages. The fee for the workshop is $30 or is available in advance at a bundled discount with the May 16th show for $40.
Sale Dates and Times:
Public Onsale : Wed, 9 Apr 2025 at 06:00 AM
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Comedy Vault at The Manor
2025-05-16 19:00 - 21:30 | Mohegan Manor, NY, United States
$20 Comedy Show – Featuring Host + 2 Touring Comedians!Come early for Trivia with Lisa Chelenza, plus enjoy our $10 light menu and drink specials!
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Blueprints
2025-05-16 19:00 - 22:00 | Clonan Post 1000 American Legion, Oneida Street, Chadwicks, New York, 13319, United States

Coldfront
2025-05-16 19:00 - 22:00 | The Tiki Island Bar Baldwinsville, 3642 Hayes Rd, Baldwinsville, NY, 13027, United States

Kim & Andy
2025-05-16 19:00 - 22:00 | Rocky’s Pub, 209 Oswego St., Liverpool, NY, 13088, United States
Friday Night Music 7-10pm
Kim & Andy will be @ Rocky’s
209 Oswego St Liverpool
Come in early for one of our Fried Haddock Sandwiches and stay for drinks and entertainment
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Mere Mortals
2025-05-16 19:00 - 22:00 | Coleman’s Authentic Irish Pub, 100 South Lowell Avenue, Syracuse, NY, 13204, United States
Coleman’s Block Party kickoff!
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