Celebrate 200 Years of the Erie Canal in Little Falls and Baldwinsville

Looking for a place to stay or things to do after a night of fun at Water Music NY? How about dining out in Little Falls or a leisurely walk in Baldwinsville next to the Erie Canal?  Check out our suggestions for things to do, places to eat and where to stay while you're in town for the Water Music NY performances!

The Albany Symphony will be traveling through Little Falls and Baldwinsville on July 5th and 6th for a bicentennial celebration of the Erie Canal. Water Music NY is a unique musical experience 200 years in the making featuring FREE canal side concerts, world premieres by award-winning composers, and selections from Handel's Water Music and other American favorites. The Little Falls concert is a barge performance and you can even catch a fireworks show after the Baldwinsville show!

While you're in the area, check out some of these local businesses, museums, and restaurants!

Erie Canal Bucket List

Paddle the Canal

The NYS Canal System offers 524 miles of paddling with 125 access points with boat rentals at select locations. Take a leisurely afternoon on the canal with your family and friends and enjoy history and take in the beautiful sights. Shove off from the Little Falls Canal Harbor or the Winds of Cold Springs Harbor in Baldwinsville! Learn More.

VoteTilla

VoteTilla is an Erie Canal celebration combined with a Women's Suffrage centennial celebration July 17 through the 22nd. The Susan B. Anthony House will be traveling down the canal on a barge from Seneca Falls to Rochester, finishing with a celebration in The Susan B. Anthony House and Museum July 22nd. Learn More.

The Erie Canal Museum

The Erie Canal Museum Focuses on "showcasing the only remaining weighlock building in the United States, the Erie Canal Museum collects and preserves Canal material, and provides engaging educational experiences that champion an appreciation and understanding of the Erie Canal’s transforming effects on the past, present and future." Learn More.

WaterMusicNY Erie Canal Bike Tour

Our fully supported cycle tours will follow the Symphony along its entire route. Packages include accommodations, unique and exciting daily activities, gear and luggage transportation, full support, and easy cycling along the remarkably scenic Erie Canalway Bike Trail. Learn More.

Mohawk Towpath Scenic Byway

The Mohawk Towpath Byway "is a series of local, county and state highways that follow the historic route of the Erie Canal between Schenectady and Waterford/Cohoes in upstate New York." Learn More.

Restaurants

Little Falls

Beardslee Castle is a fine dining experience fit for royals. Not only is it a beautiful property and dining room, its customers laud its fine American cuisine an excellent service. Get Directions.

Little Falls

The Canal Side Inn boasts great service in its lodging and its restaurant. Customers describe it as the perfect blend of American and French cuisines. It is charming, comfortable, and perfect for a family night out. Get Directions.

Little Falls

The Copper Moose Ale House is a town staple. The Ale House has a very popular bar, and families love the classic pub food. The Ale House even hosts a 50% off burger menu on Mondays, as their burgers are very popular among their guests. Get Directions.

Baldwinsville

Dinosaur BBQ is beloved by the entire Capital Region. This BBQ Restaurant serves meat on platters along with a fabulous array of southern-style sides. Get Directions.

Baldwinsville

Pastabilities lives up to its name. The restaurant serves tons of different styles of pasta, has a full service bar, and a modern, yet relaxed atmosphere. Get Directions.

Syracuse

Laci's is a premiere, locally-owned Tapas Bar in the heart of historic Hawley Green.  Known for its small shareable plates and delightful martinis, Laci's Tapas Bar serves up delicious food in a lively location with a neighborhood atmosphere. 

While You're In Town

Beaver Lake Syracuse

This 9-mile trail network winds around a glacier lake. This is a perfect spot to bring family and friends for an afternoon of hiking and/or swimming. Learn More.

Chittenango Landing Boat Museum

Besides its world-renowned cheese, Little Falls was home to a vibrant ship building and repair community. The Chittenango Museum is one of the few spots where the canal has been untouched since its completion in 1825. Learn More.

Little Falls Historical Society Museum

Originally built in 1833, this old bank building was renovated to house the Little Falls Historical Society. The museum focuses on "the people and contributions of those who settled our community, as well as displays highlighting the Erie Canal and the early Cheese Industry in Little Falls." Learn More. 

Places To Stay

Little Falls

The Overlook Mansion is an elegant, Gilded Age mansion built in 1889 for David Burrell of the historic Burrell Family. Each room has free wifi and cable channels. Some rooms even come with a fireplace and/or balcony. Learn More.

Baldwinsville

The Parkview Hotel is an classic, trendy hotel in Syracuse, just a few miles away from Baldwinsville. Patrons describe it as comfortable mixed with art deco. Learn more.

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