Utica Events

Are you a fan of craft beer? We’re looking for an elite group of volunteers to join our Horseshoes and Brews team to help with our event at Vernon Downs on Saturday October 1st.

One of the best aspects of the craft beer industry is the continuous flow of new seasonal products. One local brewery that is particularly good at this is the Ommegang Brewery in Cooperstown, NY. They are one of Men's Health Magazine's "Best Beers for Fall," and will be featured at America On Tap coming to Vernon Downs.

Are you ready for the Guys Expo at the Utica Aud? Set up is under way for the big event Saturday, September 17th.

Looking for a haunted hotel and a haunted inn in New York? There are plenty to choose from! Here's a list of six to check out and investigate.

Do you know the difference between a Pale ale and an IPA? Both will be offered at Horseshoes & Brews at Vernon Downs Saturday October 1st.

The 7th annual Haunted History investigation, Herkimer’s Haunted Crossroads Investigation will have explorers investigating the legendary 1834 jail house where murderer Chester Gillette was held and Roxalana Druse was hanged.

The World Arm Wrestling League is coming to the Guy's Expo, September 17th at the Utica Aud.

This Sunday will mark 15 years since the terrorist attacks on September 11th, 2001. Locally here in Central New York, there are several events going on on Sunday so you can pay your respects at.

Utica College is hosting a Downtown Block Party to celebrate the college's 70th birthday, the opening of the state-of-the-art Brvenik Center and the inauguration of UC's 9th President, Dr. Laura Casamento.

Horseshoes and Brews is coming to Vernon Downs this fall. But what is Horseshoes and Brews?