Canastota celebrates USA’s 250th birthday July 22-26

CANASTOTA, NY – In celebration of the 250th birthday of the United States of America, the Village of Canastota is partnering with several organizations for a five-day schedule of “America 250” events in our community.

These events are intended to showcase our community spirit and togetherness as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the founding of our nation. The organizing committee, consisting of volunteers from local agencies and organizations, has planned the following events throughout the week of July 22-26, 2026:

WEDNESDAY, JULY 22

“Red, White and Pool” kids party
Canastota Village Pool – 100 Spencer Street
5:00p-8:00p
Music, free open swim, snacks, games, sprinkler provided by Canastota Fire Dept.

THURSDAY, JULY 23

“Canastota Community Carnival” day 1
Hickory Street, Canastota
Midway open 5:00p-9:00p
Rides and games by Ontario Amusements
Concession stand by the Canastota Fire Department
Free parking on Canastota Dairy lawn
Live music by the East Shore All Stars from 6:00p-8:00p
Family friendly – No alcohol allowed

FRIDAY, JULY 24

“Canastota Community Carnival” day 2
Hickory Street, Canastota
Midway open 5:00p-9:00p
Rides and games by Ontario Amusements
Concession stand by the Canastota Fire Department
Food truck by Brown Bros. BBQ
Free parking on Canastota Dairy lawn
Music by DJ Bill 6:00p-9:00p
Family friendly – No alcohol allowed

SATURDAY, JULY 25

“Canastota Community Carnival” day 3
Hickory Street, Canastota
Midway open 1:00p-5:00p and 6:00p-10:00p (Meal break for carnival staff from 5:00p-6:00p.)
Rides and games by Ontario Amusements
Concession stand by the Canastota Fire Department
Free parking on Canastota Dairy lawn
FREE fireworks at dusk! (approximately 9:15p)
Family friendly – No alcohol allowed

Classic Car Cruz-In at ZEMS 5:00p-9:00p
Live Music by Old Clay Stone 5:00p-8:00p

SUNDAY, JULY 26

“Hometown Heroes” Softball Showdown
Canastota Recreation Park – N. Main Street
Game 1: Canastota American Legion Post #140 vs. Canastota VFW Post #600
Game 2: Canastota Police Department vs. Canastota Fire Department
First pitch at 9:00a

“Star Spangled American Legion Post-Party”
Canastota American Legion – 325 S. Peterboro Street
Garage Sale 9:00a-3:00p
Chicken BBQ 12:00p – sold out
Live music 3:00p-6:00p

For updates check back here at Canastota.gov and follow the Village of Canastota Facebook page.