Water & Wine Weekly • Penn Yan, New York • July 13-19, 2026 • Issue 7


Experience Timeless Elegance

Every July, the southern shore of Keuka Lake transforms into a celebration of craftsmanship, history, and Finger Lakes charm as the Wine Country Classic Boat Show returns to Depot Park in beautiful Hammondsport, New York. This beloved annual tradition brings together antique and classic wooden boats, passionate collectors, and visitors looking to experience one of the region’s most picturesque summer events.

Whether you’re captivated by vintage wooden boats, scenic lake views, or exceptional Finger Lakes wines, this annual event offers the perfect combination of all three. Get yourself to Hammondsport on Saturday July 18th, and click here to read the full story…

Raise a Glass Beyond the Vine

The Finger Lakes Region is famous for award-winning Rieslings and breathtaking vineyard views, but every now and then it’s worth stepping away from the wine trail to discover another handcrafted beverage. Nestled along the eastern shore of Keuka Lake, Krookid Leyk Distillery offers visitors an authentic experience with spirits that perfectly complements a day exploring the region.

Whether you’re a whiskey enthusiast, a gin lover, or simply looking to try something new, Krookid Leyk offers a refreshing addition to the Finger Lakes beverage scene. Stop in for boozy coffees, creative cocktails, refreshing mocktails and more! Click here to read all about it…



Weekly Events List

8am-12pm • Green Doctors Farmer’s Market • Lake Street Plaza

8am-4:30pm • Farmer’s Market & More • The Windmill Farm & Craft Market 

8:30am • Yoga on the Porch with Emily Stenta • Sunny Point with the Arts Center

9am • Breakfast Club Pottery Series with Linda LaRock • Sunny Point with the Arts Center

9am-1pm • Farmer's Market • Yates County Office Building

9:30am • Paddleboard Yoga • Saunders Finger Lakes Museum

10am-3pm • Chicken BBQ • Oak Hill

10am-4pm • Wine Country Classic Boat Show • Depot Park, Hammondsport

10am-5pm • Pretzel & Wine Pairing • Fulkerson Winer

11am • Pilates Pop-Up• Abandon Brewery

11am-2pm • Brunch • Main Deck

11am-4:30pm • Tabora Cookie & Wine Pairings • Tabora Farm & Winery

11:30am-2:30pm • Nate Michaels • The Windmill Farm & Craft Market

1pm • Family Fun Pottery Session with Linda LaRock • Sunny Point with the Arts Center

2-6pm • Concert - Little River Band • Point of the Bluff Vineyards

3-6pm • Live Music by Naive Melody • Abandon Brewing

3-10pm • Wellness Festival - Yoga, Live Music, Community, Sunset Celebration • Lincoln Hill Farms

5pm • Sunset Serenity Pottery Session with Linda LaRock • Sunny Point with the Arts Center

5-8pm • Farm Dinner Series • Dean Lane Dining

5-8pm • Live Music by Mystic Twangers • Laurentide Beer Company

5-8pm • Live Music by Lost Rebels Band • Seneca Stag Brewing

6-9pm • Music and Wine Series - StarGroove • Keuka Spring Vineyards

7-8pm • Rock N’ Bowl • Brock’s Bowl & Pizzeria

7:30-10:30pm • Live Music with Real News • The Showboat

10pm-1am • DJ TBA • The Switz


Thank you for reading another issue of Water & Wine Weekly! I hope you get out and about this week, visit the local wineries, breweries, distilleries. Shop Main Street. Try some paddling on the water!

Claudia

Curating your experience in Penn Yan, New York

Claudia Milroy

Thank you for stopping by! I hope you stay awhile and come back often. I started the weekly newsletter and this website for tourists and locals alike. I once was a tourist (over a decade ago) and now I’m a local, living here, working here, raising a family here! And I sure do love it!

Naturally I first fell in love with the rolling hills and cool lake breezes. But as I returned again and again, for a different season and different reason, Penn Yan stuck with me. I recall first it was the hint of grape when you drive by a vineyard and then the caramelized, roasted air that wafted down Main Street from Birkett Mills. Visit after visit my husband and I hit all the tourists stops because of my curiosity. Full disclosure - my husband was raised in Penn Yan and he knew all the ins and outs of the area to woo me! Travel & history nerd here! So, through our years of dating and early years of marriage (p.s. we got married in the Finger Lakes!) we would visit family, friends, and our favorite spots. Then the day came when our son was just 6 months old and we decided it was time to move to Penn Yan! Now 10 years later I’m here to share my love of this place with you!

I hope you enjoy this, I hope you take away some cool and fun inspiration for your next adventure. If you're planning a trip, please don’t hesitate to reach out - I’d love to personalize an experience or a 7 day itinerary for you.

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