155 W. 1st St. Oswego, NY 13126
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155 W. 1st St. Oswego, NY 13126
The leaves are changing colors, and the breeze is getting cooler. It’s fall time in Oswego! Autumn here carries its own kind of calm—one that blends community spirit with the beauty of our lakeside setting. This Fall, from the Fall Fest at The Foundry to NFL Sunday Ticket at Old City, Oswego has something for everyone. Don’t forget to bookmark this page so you can easily plan your weekends to downtown Oswego!
Football Sundays in Oswego find their home at Old City Hall Brewery, located in the beautifully restored 1836 former city hall. Beginning September 7, you’ll be able to watch every 1 PM and 4 PM NFL game, including out-of-market matchups you won’t find on TV at home. With more than 10 screens, handcrafted ales, rotating ciders, and seasonal cocktails on tap, Old City Hall has earned its place as Oswego’s NFL headquarters.
On September 13, Oswego gathers at Breitbeck Park to celebrate love, inclusivity, and community at Pridefest. The day features a colorful parade, live performances, food vendors, local artisans, and nonprofit organizations, all coming together to honor and uplift the LGBTQ+ community. It’s a day of unity and visibility set against the backdrop of Oswego’s waterfront.
Now in its 10th year, Porchfest returns on September 21 with an afternoon of neighborhood music. Local performers including John McConnell, Cam Caruso, Ranjit Dighe, and Rich Hart will bring porches across Oswego to life with music, laughter, and connection. Recognized as the city’s “Best Community Event,” Porchfest is as welcoming as it is unforgettable.
Just 10 minutes from downtown, the beloved Ontario Orchards Fall Jamboree returns on September 20–21 from 11 AM to 5 PM. Families and friends can enjoy U-pick apples and pumpkins, a corn maze, pony rides, seasonal food, crafts, and live entertainment. A timeless autumn tradition, the jamboree captures the simple joys of the season.
Looking for a furry new best friend? Join us at Pints for Paws on September 24 from 4–7 PM at Old City Hall Brewery. Local animal shelters will be on-site with adoptable dogs, plus resources to help you learn more about the adoption process. Come enjoy a craft beer, meet the pups, and see if your perfect match is waiting for you.
Wrap up the month's festivities at The Foundry’s inaugural Fall Fest on September 27. Set at 246 West Seneca Street, this free event runs from 11 AM to 5 PM and features live music from The Whiskey Spirits, over 20 local vendors, seasonal drinks, a self-serve tap wall with beer, cider, wine & cocktails, local food, and family-friendly activities like face painting and bounce houses.
October brings even more to look forward to—the Pumpkin Festival (October 4), Zombie Fashion Show (October 3), Super Dirt Week (October 6–11), Creepy Crawl (October 23–25), Haunted Oswego Tours, and Trick-or-Treat at the Fire Department on October 31. It’s a month that celebrates both the playful and the spooky sides of the season.
At Riverwalk Oswego, we believe fall is best spent close to home—enjoying the peace, charm, and traditions that make our city downtown so special!
📌 Bookmark this page to stay up to date on all the upcoming events so you can easily find it again later!