Chautauqua County Events

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Find the perfect event to complement your visit to Chautauqua County, from Chautauqua Institution concerts and events to things to do on Lake Erie and much more. Use the filters to discover events by category, i.e., Children’s Events, Food & Beverage Events, Festivals, Sports, etc., events by geographic location, or by month. Use the social tabs to share events with travel companions or interested friends. Questions should be directed to event hosts, listed on the details pages.

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Chautauqua Food Festival
Aug
16
Chautauqua Food Festival at Chautauqua Institution
Aug 16 - Aug 29, 2026
Come for the food. Stay for everything else. The Chautauqua Food Festival returns in 2026 for a two-week celebration of flavor, ideas, performance and gathering — where celebrity chefs, special tastings and communal meals meet. Celebrity chefs and special culinary events Two distinctive weeks of programming Food paired with concerts, lectures and culture Lodging and packages available A beautiful lakeside setting LEARN MORE
Chautauqua, NY
The Estate Tour at Johnson Estate Winery
Aug
16
The Estate Tour at Johnson Estate Winery
Aug 16, 2026
Join us at 10:30 am on Saturday and Sunday mornings for a small-group guided tour behind the scenes of the Johnson Estate Gardens and Vineyards. This 45-minute walk leads you through our historic estate as you explore the grape varieties we grow and discover how the Lake Erie Region’s climate and unique geology help us craft so many award-winning wines. After your tour, you’ll be welcomed to FLIGHT, our outdoor tasting venue, for…
Westfield, NY
Chautauqua Theater Company How I Learned What I Learned
Aug
16
Chautauqua Theater Company Presents How I Learned What I Learned at Chautauqua Institution
Aug 16, 2026
By August Wilson Directed by Jade King Carroll Bratton Theater August Wilson’s celebrated classic solo piece is an autobiographical tour de force that follows Wilson’s journey through the streets of Pittsburgh’s Hill District — through artistic awakenings, odd jobs and heartbreaks — capturing the moments that forged his identity. From the hustle of his early days to the love affair that almost got him killed, Wilson…
Chautauqua, NY
Chautauqua Theater Company How I Learned What I Learned
Aug
16
Chautauqua Theater Company Presents How I Learned What I Learned at Chautauqua Institution
Aug 16, 2026
By August Wilson Directed by Jade King Carroll Bratton Theater August Wilson’s celebrated classic solo piece is an autobiographical tour de force that follows Wilson’s journey through the streets of Pittsburgh’s Hill District — through artistic awakenings, odd jobs and heartbreaks — capturing the moments that forged his identity. From the hustle of his early days to the love affair that almost got him killed, Wilson…
Chautauqua, NY
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