Whimsical Wizards Ball 2025

Empire Sports of the Southern Tier 300 N Main Street, Elmira, NY, United States

Come join us for a magical evening filled with enchantment and wonder! Get ready to immerse yourself in a world of fantasy and fun as we celebrate the world of wizardry. Don your finest robes and wands as we dance the night away in a mystical and historic setting. Prepare for spellbinding entertainment, delicious treats, and maybe even a few surprises along the way. Don't miss out on this fantastical event! Tickets are limited! Purchase in advance for $30 per person / $50 per couple or Duo. ($35/$60 Day of Event) Dress code: Magical Chic. Costumes highly encouraged

Canandaigua Fire & Ice Festival

Downtown Canadaigua 115 South Main St, Canandaigua, United States

A Forbes-rated top winter festival, the Fire & Ice Winter Festival in Downtown Canandaigua will melt away your winter blues. Enjoy a unique winter experience with food, festivities & family fun! Ice sculpting & speed carving competitions, fire shows, Siberian husky dog sled team, winter character meet and greets, Chef Challenges, horse-drawn wagon rides, a warm beverage trail & more! This year will feature candle-making and glass flaming, a fireman experience, a passport experience to WIN over $1,000 in gift certificates, fire shows, stilt walkers, and up-close encounters with winter animals. In addition, we will also have the kick-off to FLX Winter Wonderland Photography Competition.

Prison City’s Fire & Ice Festival

Prison City North Street Brewery 251 North Street Auburn, Auburn, NY, United States

Featuring thousands of pounds of ice hand carved by The Ice Farm into magnificent ice sculptures, drink luges, courtyard games, and (literally) the coolest bar in town. Adding to the festivities of the evening are roaring fire pits, live music, food trucks, entertainment, and a wine, beer, and spirits tasting. The evening ends with us lighting up the sky with a fireworks display. This event is the finale of the City of Auburn’s BRAVE BREWS WEEKEND, celebrating women in the craft beverage industry, with proceeds going to benefit local and global women’s charities. General admission tickets are $55 per person and must be purchased online in advance. Ticket price includes commemorative tasting glass and tasting tickets for craft beer, wine, and spirits from 4 to 8 p.m. Food and other drinks sold separately at the event. No one under 21 years of age will be admitted. VIP ticket admission is $85 per person and includes early access (3 PM), open bar, special beers, and lite bites prior to the 4 PM festival opening. $20 designated driver tickets are also available for purchase. Get tickets here.