Ithaca Events 2026-2027
Your guide to live events and things to do in Ithaca, NY, and nearby areas.
- Updated: November 13, 2026
Events take place across Ithaca throughout 2026, including major concerts, sports, and live performances happening every week. Browse by date, venue, or category to find what’s happening near you.
- 67 Upcoming Events
- 4 Events This Weekend
- 5 Event Venues
- 8 Event Categories
Browse Events By Category
- All Events 67
- sports 24
- concerts 8
- broadway 23
- Live Shows 34
- comedy 1
- family 3
- This Weekend 4
Best Events This Week & This Month
Explore featured Ithaca events including top shows, concerts, sports, and major live experiences across the city.
Ithaca Events: Today, This Month & Dates
Upcoming Events in Ithaca
Browse events in 2026 by date and venue, including concerts, shows, sports, and more across the city and nearby areas.Upcoming Confirmed Events 67
- Nov 14, 2026, 11:00 AM Sat — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALL, Weekend Event: Cornell Big Red vs. North Carolina Greensboro Spartans at Newman Arena,
144 East Ave, Ithaca, NY 14850, US. From $29, Avg. price ~ $34, 12 tickets remaining! Select Seats - Nov 14, 2026, 1:00 PM Sat — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) FOOTBALL, Weekend Event: Cornell Big Red vs. Dartmouth Big Green at Schoellkopf Field, 513 Campus Rd, Ithaca, NY 14850, US. From $24, Avg. price ~ $32, Tickets Available: 33. Select Seats
- Nov 14, 2026, 8:00 PM Sat — COUNTRY / FOLK, Weekend Event: Punch Brothers at State Theatre of Ithaca • 1609 seats, 111 W State Street, Ithaca, NY 14853, US. From $61, Avg. price ~ $88, Tickets Available: 185. Select Seats
- Nov 15, 2026, 8:00 PM Sun — OTHER, Best Value, Weekend Event: The Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Show at State Theatre of Ithaca • 1609 seats, 111 W State Street, Ithaca, NY 14853, US. From $10, Avg. price ~ $62, Tickets Available: 177. Select Seats
- Nov 19, 2026, 7:30 PM Thu — MUSICAL / PLAY: The Dog Poop Attack at Cherry Performance Space at The Cherry Arts, 102 Cherry St., Ithaca, NY 14850, US. From $23, Avg. price ~ $27, 24 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 20, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) HOCKEY: Cornell Big Red vs. Clarkson Golden Knights at James Lynah Rink, 144 East Ave, Ithaca, NY 14853, US. From $20, Avg. price ~ $41, Tickets Available: 142. Select Seats
- Nov 20, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — MUSICAL / PLAY: The Dog Poop Attack at Cherry Performance Space at The Cherry Arts, 102 Cherry St., Ithaca, NY 14850, US. From $23, Avg. price ~ $27, 24 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 20, 2026, 8:00 PM Fri — COUNTRY / FOLK, High Demand: The Wailin' Jennys at State Theatre of Ithaca • 1609 seats, 111 W State Street, Ithaca, NY 14853, US. From $66, Avg. price ~ $173, Tickets Available: 318. Select Seats
- Nov 21, 2026, 2:00 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event: The Dog Poop Attack at Cherry Performance Space at The Cherry Arts, 102 Cherry St., Ithaca, NY 14850, US. From $23, Avg. price ~ $27, 24 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 21, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) HOCKEY, Weekend Event: Cornell Big Red vs. St. Lawrence Saints at James Lynah Rink, 144 East Ave, Ithaca, NY 14853, US. From $24, Avg. price ~ $43, Tickets Available: 113. Select Seats
- Nov 21, 2026, 7:30 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event: The Dog Poop Attack at Cherry Performance Space at The Cherry Arts, 102 Cherry St., Ithaca, NY 14850, US. From $23, Avg. price ~ $27, 24 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 22, 2026, 2:00 PM Sun — MUSICAL / PLAY, Weekend Event: The Dog Poop Attack at Cherry Performance Space at The Cherry Arts, 102 Cherry St., Ithaca, NY 14850, US. From $23, Avg. price ~ $27, 24 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 24, 2026, 8:00 PM Tue — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALL: Cornell Big Red vs. Bucknell Bison at Newman Arena, 144 East Ave, Ithaca, NY 14850, US. From $18, Avg. price ~ $33, 29 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 28, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) BASKETBALL, Weekend Event: Cornell Big Red vs. St. Lawrence Saints at Newman Arena, 144 East Ave, Ithaca, NY 14850, US. From $18, Avg. price ~ $33, Tickets Available: 32. Select Seats
- Dec 02, 2026, 7:30 PM Wed — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand: O Christmas Tea: A British Comedy at State Theatre of Ithaca • 1609 seats, 111 W State Street, Ithaca, NY 14853, US. From $58, Avg. price ~ $145, Tickets Available: 185. Select Seats
- Dec 04, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) HOCKEY: Cornell Big Red Vs. Boston University Terriers at James Lynah Rink, 144 East Ave, Ithaca, NY 14853, US. From $39, Avg. price ~ $67, Tickets Available: 55. Select Seats
- Dec 05, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) HOCKEY, Weekend Event: Cornell Big Red vs. RIT Tigers at James Lynah Rink, 144 East Ave, Ithaca, NY 14853, US. From $22, Avg. price ~ $42, Tickets Available: 69. Select Seats
- Dec 05, 2026, 7:30 PM Sat — Celtic, High Demand, Weekend Event: Christmas With The Celts at State Theatre of Ithaca • 1609 seats, 111 W State Street, Ithaca, NY 14853, US. From $47, Avg. price ~ $118, Tickets Available: 504. Select Seats
- Dec 06, 2026, 7:30 PM Sun — JAZZ / BLUES, High Demand, Weekend Event: Bela Fleck at State Theatre of Ithaca • 1609 seats, 111 W State Street, Ithaca, NY 14853, US. From $48, Avg. price ~ $123, Tickets Available: 488. Select Seats
- Dec 08, 2026, 7:00 PM Tue — College (Div I-A and Div I-AA) HOCKEY: Cornell Big Red vs. Holy Cross Crusaders at James Lynah Rink, 144 East Ave, Ithaca, NY 14853, US. From $20, Avg. price ~ $38, Tickets Available: 74. Select Seats
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Ithaca Events by Month
Monthly pages help you find upcoming events by season, weekend, and date.
Events by Show & Venue
Browse Ithaca events by show and venue. Explore performance schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates across the city.
Cornell Big Red Basketball
144 East Ave, Ithaca, NY 14850
Upcoming Events: 21
Nov 14, 2026 11:00 AM
Cornell Big Red Football
513 Campus Rd, Ithaca, NY 14850
Upcoming Events: 2
Nov 14, 2026 1:00 PM
Punch Brothers
111 W State Street, Ithaca, NY 14853
Upcoming Events: 10
Nov 14, 2026 8:00 PM
The Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Show
111 W State Street, Ithaca, NY 14853
Upcoming Events: 24
Nov 15, 2026 8:00 PM
The Dog Poop Attack
102 Cherry St., Ithaca, NY 14850
Upcoming Events: 5
Nov 19, 2026 7:30 PM
Cornell Big Red Hockey
144 East Ave, Ithaca, NY 14853
Upcoming Events: 24
Nov 20, 2026 7:00 PM
The Wailin' Jennys
111 W State Street, Ithaca, NY 14853
Upcoming Events: 20
Nov 20, 2026 8:00 PM
O Christmas Tea: A British Comedy
111 W State Street, Ithaca, NY 14853
Upcoming Events: 15
Dec 02, 2026 7:30 PM
Christmas With The Celts
111 W State Street, Ithaca, NY 14853
Upcoming Events: 9
Dec 05, 2026 7:30 PM
Bela Fleck
111 W State Street, Ithaca, NY 14853
Upcoming Events: 6
Dec 06, 2026 7:30 PM
The Nutcracker
111 W State Street, Ithaca, NY 14853
Upcoming Events: 2177
Dec 11, 2026 7:30 PM
Gillian Welch & David Rawlings Tribute to the Grateful Dead
111 W State Street, Ithaca, NY 14853
Upcoming Events: 2
Dec 17, 2026 7:30 PM
The Machine Performs Pink Floyd
111 W State Street, Ithaca, NY 14853
Upcoming Events: 13
Jan 22, 2027 8:00 PM
Ani DiFranco
111 W State Street, Ithaca, NY 14853
Upcoming Events: 7
Feb 02, 2027 7:30 PM
Tig Notaro
111 W State Street, Ithaca, NY 14853
Upcoming Events: 17
Feb 20, 2027 7:00 PM
From long-running shows to packed venues, this list breaks down what’s playing across Ithaca. Check schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates by show and location.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about tickets, prices, and game day details.
What events are happening in Ithaca right now?
A little bit of everything — concerts, shows, sports, comedy. Ithaca rarely sits still. Check the schedule above to see what’s happening today, this week, or whenever you finally make plans.
How often is the event schedule updated?
Pretty often — like, more than your group chat actually commits to plans. New events get added as soon as dates and venues are confirmed.
Can I browse events by date or venue?
Yep. Filter by date, venue, or category and skip the endless scrolling. Your future self will appreciate it.
Are events held year-round in Ithaca?
Yeah — Ithaca doesn’t really take a season off. There’s always something going on, even when the weather’s doing its thing.
Where do events take place in Ithaca?
Everywhere — arenas, theaters, stadiums, clubs, and venues across Ithaca, NY. Big stages, small stages, and everything in between.
Do new events get added regularly?
All the time. If a tour drops or a game gets scheduled, it usually shows up here faster than you hear about it from friends.
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