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When Mostly Modern Festival (MMF) co-founders Victoria and Robert Patterson first proposed a new Arts Center in Saratoga Springs, they didn’t expect to be met with backlash from locals.  ”We're going through all the proper…

The Summer Hoot was held on August 22 – 25, 2025, at the Ashokan Center in Olivebridge, N.Y. The center, nestled between the Esopus Creek and the rolling hills of Ashokan, offered the perfect backdrop for three days of music and arts. …

On Thursday, August 28, Syracuse felt like a powder keg waiting to blow. The New York State Fair raged across the street. The neon glow of rides spun under electric skies. Lynyrd Skynyrd was ready to fire off their own southern anthems…

Cam’ron, founding member of legendary ‘90s hip-hop group The Diplomats, will debut the first-ever “The Killa Comedy Show,” blending snappy comedy shows and thrilling live music performances. The show will feature a slate of seasoned…

If you thought the New York State Fair couldn't get any wilder, think again. DJ Pauly D rolled into town on Friday, August 29th, with his signature swagger, a stacked playlist, and enough energy to light up the entire fairgrounds. He…

The Sphinx Organization, the leading non-profit devoted to the arts, has announced the highlights of its 2025-2026 season. Standouts include a national tour from the self-conducted string orchestra Sphinx Virtuosi (which will include its…

Nacre Dance Group of Saratoga Springs will host an open audition for their upcoming dance season. With three unique performance opportunities across the 2025-2026 season, dancers will have the chance to collaborate with seasoned…

There was no better way to celebrate Women’s Day at the New York State Fair than with Carly Pearce on stage. From the first note, she pulled the crowd in with that crystal-clear voice of hers—the kind that cuts straight through the noise…

One of Hip Hop’s most influential and controversial artists, Playboi Carti, has announced his long awaited Antagonist Tour, slated to start this fall. Not only Carti, but also polarizing artists Ken Carson, Destroy Lonely Homixide Gang and…

New England-based rock band Strange Machines released their second single, “Parasite,” off their upcoming third album, Playing with Fire. “Parasite” dives into the heavier, more aggressive side of metal, a stark contrast to the cleaner,…