Syracuse–based Galaxy Media used separate March events to announce details of both the upcoming Taste of Syracuse event and Syracuse Nationals classic car show at the State Fairgrounds. Taste of Syracuse The group that gave listeners the song “MMMBop” will headline this year’s Taste of Syracuse event. Described as “Central New York’s biggest food and […]
Syracuse–based Galaxy Media used separate March events to announce details of both the upcoming Taste of Syracuse event and Syracuse Nationals classic car show at the State Fairgrounds.
Taste of Syracuse
The group that gave listeners the song “MMMBop” will headline this year’s Taste of Syracuse event. Described as “Central New York’s biggest food and music festival,” Taste of Syracuse returns for its 26th year on June 7-8 in and around Clinton Square from 11 a.m.-10 p.m. both days, Galaxy Media announced on March 20. Admission is free.
The Grammy-nominated Hanson will take the main stage on Saturday night. Hanson will be among 30 bands and 100 local musicians providing entertainment for the annual two-day event.
Besides Hanson, American rock band Cracker will perform on the Clinton Stage early Saturday evening. The Zac Brown Tribute Band will also perform on Friday. The youth talent showcase will also return to the festival on Saturday from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Taste of Syracuse is sponsored by The Summit Federal Credit Union and presented by Tops Friendly Markets.
As always, those attending will have the chance to sample items from local eateries for $2. Several new restaurants and vendors will be joining the 2024 festival as well, along with “many fan favorites” as well, per the announcement.
Besides the food and music, the Taste of Syracuse will collect donations for two charitable organizations — Griffin’s Guardians and Paige’s Butterfly Run.
The Summit, Tops Markets, and other sponsors and vendors will be working with festival organizers to raise money for the charities all weekend long. Both the Summit and Tops will donate the proceeds from their tents to the charities, Galaxy Media said.
“We stand by our message that no matter what you’re looking for, musically or food-wise, we truly can say we’ve got it at the Taste of Syracuse!” Carrie Wojtaszek, COO of Galaxy Media, said in the announcement. “We’re also thrilled to be raising awareness and funds for both Griffin’s Guardians and Paige’s Butterfly Run. We’d like to thank The Summit Federal Credit Union and Tops Friendly Markets for their support. With help from our sponsors, we’re able to showcase this amazing event to the CNY community!”
Syracuse Nationals
The hosts of a show on MotorTrend TV will be among the attractions as the Napa Auto Parts Syracuse Nationals returns to the New York State Fairgrounds in the town of Geddes during the weekend of July 19-21.
Described as a “hallmark of summer,” the Syracuse Nationals is the largest car show in the Northeast, drawing hundreds of thousands of fans from across the country and even around the world, Galaxy Media said in its March 27 announcement.
Organizers held a news conference at Mercurio’s Garage in Cicero to announce details about this summer’s Syracuse Nationals. One new aspect of this year’s show is kids ages 12 and under are admitted free. Fans will get to check out more than 8,000 hot rods, classic cars, and trucks. They’ll also be able to browse the wares of more than 400 vendors.
Those attending can also enjoy the event’s “signature features,” which include the Syracuse Signature Showcase; Sparky’s Rockabilly Roundup; Nitro Row; Memories on Main Street; Swap Meet & Car Corral; and Brush Fest.
This year’s show will also include Dave Kindig and KevDogg, the hosts of “Bitchin’ Rides” on MotorTrend TV. They’ll be on-site greeting fans and signing autographs, and they’re bringing three custom cars, including their 2024 Ridler Award winner. The event will also feature a special appearance by Optimus Is Here, the only officially licensed Optimus Prime replica, Galaxy Media said. “This year’s Syracuse Nationals promises to be another great show, and we can’t wait to welcome Dave Kindig and KevDogg. It’ll be a once-in-a-lifetime experience for their many fans,” Ed Levine, president and CEO of Galaxy Media, which co-owns the event, said in the announcement. “Now that kids under 12 get in free, we hope to see multiple generations out enjoying the festivities together.” Paradise Galaxy LLC — a joint venture between locally owned businesses Paradise Companies and Galaxy Media Partners — purchased the Syracuse Nationals car show in May 2023.
Last year’s Syracuse Nationals had an economic impact of more than $19 million, Galaxy Media said, citing Tourism Economics and Visit Syracuse. It also raised more than $85,000 for local charities.
Pre-sale tickets, show-car registrations, and camping registrations are currently available at SyracuseNationals.com or by calling (800) 753-3978.