Prepare for the upcoming season with our 2026 SkanFest Playlist!
Skaneateles Festival Garrick Ohlsson in RecitalFri. August 7, 2026 7:30 PM First Presbyterian Church of Skaneateles Event Sponsored by:Larry and Tracy Sala Piano sponsored by: Sarah and Kevin GoodePianist Garrick Ohlsson is one of the great classical musicians of our time. The first American ever to win the Chopin International Piano Competition in Warsaw, Ohlsson […]
Skaneateles Festival Beethoven Under the Stars with Garrick OhlssonSat. August 8, 2026 8:00 PM Robinson Pavilion at Anyela's Vineyards Event Sponsored by:Elsa and Peter Soderberg Piano Sponsored by: Sarah and Kevin Goode This season’s big orchestra concert, conducted by Marcelo Lehninger, brings together two Beethoven “Fours”: his sunny Fourth Symphony and his lyrical Fourth Piano Concerto. […]
Skaneateles FestivalMatinée: Afternoon with FriendsWed. Aug 12, 2026 2:30 PM First Presbyterian Church of SkaneatelesEvent Sponsored by: Artistic directors Julia Bruskin and Aaron Wunsch are joined by violinist David McCarroll and flutist Erin Lesser for a matinee performance. McCarroll has been described by Musik Heute as "a violinist of mature musicality and deep understanding of […]
Skaneateles FestivalAmerican RevolutionsThurs. Aug 13, 2026 Prelude Concert with 2026 Robinson Award Winner at 6:30 PM, Doors open at 6:00 PM 7:30 PM First Presbyterian Church of SkaneatelesEvent Sponsored by:Wendy Graham and Ginger Livingston, Fred and Ginny Marty, Peter and Betsy McKinnell In memory of David Graham Celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of […]
Skaneateles FestivalFrom the Forest to the OceanFri. Aug 14, 2026 7:30 PM First Presbyterian Church of SkaneatelesEvent Sponsored by:Chris Johnson and Barbara Durr Piano Sponsored by: Sarah and Kevin Goode From the sounds of the Bohemian forest to the ancient echoes of the ocean, this program captures the imagination with music inspired by nature. Flutist Erin […]
Skaneateles FestivalBluegrass with Carter & ClevelandSat. August 15, 2026 8:00 PM Robinson Pavilion at Anyela's VineyardsEvent Sponsored by:Dan and Linda Scaia Two of the most decorated and dynamic bluegrass fiddlers join forces! Jason Carter is a three-time GRAMMY Award winner and veteran bandleader. 12-time fiddle champion Michael Cleveland caused a stir at the Skaneateles […]
Skaneateles FestivalSpecial Event: Carter & Cleveland "Unplugged"Sun. August 16, 2026 3:00 PM Mandana Barn 1274 State Route 359, Skaneateles NY, 13152Event Sponsored by:Steve and Kelly Scheinman Join longtime friends Jason Carter and Michael Cleveland for a special “unplugged” duo performance at the Mandana Barn, complete with food and drink! Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to […]
Skaneateles Festival Terra String Quartet at the Carriage House TheaterMon. August 17, 2026 6:00 PM Carriage House Theater at the Cayuga Museum of History & Art 203 Genesee St Rear, Auburn, NYIn Collaboration with:This event is Free and Open to the Public- No Ticket Required Winners of the 2025 Naumburg Chamber Music Competition […]
Skaneateles Festival SkanFest U: American Revolutions Four Tuesdays, July 28- August 18, 2026 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM First Presbyterian Church Event Sponsored by: The Julie Sharpe Fund SkanFest U: American Revolutions This season’s educational program explores the American musicians whose free-thinking spirit changed the course of music and even the way we listen today. […]
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Skaneateles FestivalFREE: Musical Trail Walk at Baltimore WoodsWed. August 19, 2026 6:00-7:00 PM Baltimore Woods Nature Center 4007 Bishop Hill Rd, Marcellus, NY 13108 In Collaboration with:This event is in memory of David GrahamThis event is Free and Open to the Public- No Ticket Required Come join us at the beautiful Baltimore Woods Nature Center […]
Skaneateles FestivalMeet the Terra String QuartetThurs. Aug 20, 2026 7:30 PM First Presbyterian Church of SkaneatelesEvent Sponsored by:Ed and Paula Conan The swiftly rising Terra String Quartet is the Skaneateles Festival’s 2026 Emerging Artist in Residence. Their name is a nod to their multicultural origins, representing four continents and speaking six languages. They are winners […]