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Hundreds of thousands of residents and visitors celebrate their canal heritage at a variety of canal-related festivals and events each year.

FEBRUARY 15

Feb 1 - 28, 2023
Corridor-Wide

Walk, hike, snowshoe, skate or ski anywhere in the Corridor this February. Sign up as part of the Canalway Challenge.
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On the Canals

Winter 2022 - 2023
Multiple Locations

The NYS Canal Corp/NYPA offers FREE winter excursions across the Canal Corridor.
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Featured Community Events

Annual events include recreational activities, tours, concerts, and heritage celebrations.

Public Ice Skating - Buffalo

Nov 26 - Feb 27, Wed-Sun, Hours Vary   >>   Canalside
Lace up your skates with family and friends at The Ice at Canalside, presented by Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield of Western New York. The Ice is open November 26th through February 27th. Ice bikes, ice bumper cars, and curling also available.
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Public Ice Skating - Syracuse

Nov 28 - Mar 1, Mon - Sun, Hours Vary   >>   Clinton Square
Located in the heart of downtown Syracuse, the Clinton Square Ice Rink is one of the City's most popular destinations for skaters to enjoy the open air facility. The skating season at Clinton Square begins the last week in November and runs to March 1.
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Free Ice Skating - Albany

Dec 2 - Mar 5, Tues - Fri, Hours Vary   >>   Empire State Plaza
Located in the heart of downtown Albany, the Empire State Plaza comes alive with free skating from December 2, 2022 - March 5, 2023.
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Cycle the Erie Canal

July 9 - 16, 2023   >>   Buffalo to Albany
More than 750 riders of all ages cycle from Buffalo to Albany for this 8-day, 400-mile bike tour.
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