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Welcome to the Visit Oswego County New York blog!

Here is your ultimate guide for exploring Oswego County, New York, thanks to input from our tourism staff and local experts, including outdoor enthusiasts, history buffs, foodies, travelers and more!

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Go on a Coffee Crawl in Oswego County!
February 20, 2026

Go on a Coffee Crawl in Oswego County!

Cafes across Oswego County have partnered to offer a coffee crawl! Pick up a passport, visit participating locations and return your finished passport for a chance to win prizes!

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The Ultimate Guide to Valentine’s Day in Oswego County
February 04, 2026

The Ultimate Guide to Valentine’s Day in Oswego County

By Oswego County Tourism

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Join Northern Oswego County for the Salmon River Winter Festival
January 08, 2026

Join Northern Oswego County for the Salmon River Winter Festival

Looking for something fun to do next weekend? Look no further than the Salmon River Winter Festival, held Jan. 16-18 throughout northern Oswego County! The weekend’s biggest draw is its annual food challenge, during which visitors will try delicious offerings from local businesses and vote for their favorite.

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Enjoy Summer Fun at Harborfest July 24-27
July 16, 2025

Enjoy Summer Fun at Harborfest July 24-27

Looking for a fun event for the whole family? Oswego County’s biggest festival, Harborfest, returns July 24-27!

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Discover Vanderkamp, the Ultimate Wilderness Experience
June 16, 2025

Discover Vanderkamp, the Ultimate Wilderness Experience

Unplug and connect with nature at Vanderkamp, the ultimate wilderness retreat in upstate New York. With luxurious, modern lodging, 850 acres of natural beauty, and unique amenities, you’ll want to be sure to check out Vanderkamp for your next vacation!

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Indulge Your Sweet Tooth During Maple Season in Oswego County
March 05, 2025

Indulge Your Sweet Tooth During Maple Season in Oswego County

New York State Maple Weekends return on March 22-23 and March 29-30! Stock up on maple syrup and other maple treats, take a tour of a sugarhouse, learn how maple syrup is made, and more!

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Catch Oswego County on “Viewpoint with Dennis Quaid” This Month
February 04, 2025

Catch Oswego County on “Viewpoint with Dennis Quaid” This Month

Oswego County has completed a video media project with “Viewpoint with Dennis Quaid” to showcase all that the area has to offer to potential new residents, businesses and visitors! The video highlights the county’s rich heritage and its fascinating story of economic growth, business opportunities, tourism, and more.

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Explore the Great Outdoors Minutes from SUNY Oswego Campus
January 28, 2025

Explore the Great Outdoors Minutes from SUNY Oswego Campus

Located just off Thompson Road in Oswego, Rice Creek Field Station at SUNY Oswego is a hidden gem for outdoor enthusiasts to engage with the great outdoors that Oswego County is so well known for.

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Enjoy Family Fun at the Salmon River Winter Festival
January 13, 2025

Enjoy Family Fun at the Salmon River Winter Festival

Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Look no further than the Salmon River Winter Festival, held Jan. 17-19 throughout northern Oswego County!

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Discover a Wonderland of Festive Holiday Trees at the Pratt House Museum in Oswego County
December 02, 2024

Discover a Wonderland of Festive Holiday Trees at the Pratt House Museum in Oswego County

Do you love the holidays and enjoy festive decorations? Oswego County’s own John Wells Pratt House Museum in Fulton, N.Y. is the perfect destination to view spirited, uniquely decorated holiday trees!

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