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GENEVA FAMILY YMCA

For a better us.

For a better us.For a better us.For a better us.

WELCOME TO SUMMERFEST '26

Planning has begun!

We're already planning SUMMERFEST '26 - one of the region's largest two-day summer fun festivals! already gaining amazing support from local businesses, community partners and the City of Geneva!

Sponsorship are already coming in...

Thank you to : MASSA CONSTRUCTION, BARRETT MARINE, GRATEFUL DENTAL, WEGMANS, PORTS CAFE, PEDULLA'S LIQUOR STORE, 


Now engaging volunteers

If you, your family, or your civic organization are interested in making one of the region's largest summer events a success, please reach out to Bill Grego, Festival Director, at billgrecojr58@gmail.com

Welcoming sponsors

The success of SUMMERFEST relies on charitable and corporate support of firms of all sizes. Browse our honor role from 2025 below to see who invests in SUMMERFEST, then email billgrecojr58@gmail.com 

Thank you to our generous sponsors for 2026!

    Fun for All on July 17 and 18, 2026

    Free and Fun for All

    Free and Fun for All

    Free and Fun for All

    Geneva’s biggest FREE-entry, two-day family festival is back — and bigger than ever!

    Get ready for new exciting events, live music, amazing food, and family-affordable fun — all with FREE admission, just the way Summerfest has always been.

    . . .

    ✨n addition to great food, live entertainment, fireworks and games for the little ones, we host the Community Connection Zone where area not-for-profit agencies will help individuals and families learn about services, programs, and in some cases, employment!


    Save the Date

    Free and Fun for All

    Free and Fun for All

    🌟 Friday, July 17 @ 4-10pm

    Kick off Summerfest with an unforgettable night of music featuring The Bob Greco Band, followed by a spectacular fireworks show at 9:45 PM — the perfect ending to an exciting first day!

    . . .

    🚛 Saturday, July 18 @ 1-10pm

    Our fan-favorite Touch-A-Truck event returns — bigger and better than ever!

    . . .

    Enjoy a full day of fun with local bands, special performances, and nonstop entertainment on our Center Stage.

    Bring the Family

    Free and Fun for All

    Bring the Family

    🎶 What to Expect

    • Live Music
    • Games & Family Attractions
    • Great Food & Ice Cream
    • Basket Raffle
    • Huge Prize Booth
    • Special Events
    • And surprises you won’t want to miss!

    . . .

    🤝 Get Involved

    Summerfest happens because of amazing community support — and we need your help!

    • Join our Committee
    • Volunteer
    • Become a Sponsor

    Your support helps us continue this incredible community tradition.

    📧 Contact: Bill Greco at billgrecojr58@gmail.com or Todd Freelove at director@genevafamilyymca.org 


    RECAP : SUMMERFEST 2025

    FRIDAY, JULY 11 | 4–10 PM

    SUNDAY, JULY 13 | 11 AM–4 PM

    SATURDAY, JULY 12 | 1–10 PM

    The Bob Greco Band Live on our Center Stage

    Fireworks Show, Delicious Food, Haunted Maze, Games & Raffles

    SATURDAY, JULY 12 | 1–10 PM

    SUNDAY, JULY 13 | 11 AM–4 PM

    SATURDAY, JULY 12 | 1–10 PM

    Center Stage Comes Alive

    Amazing local talent all day long!

    Touch-a-Truck from 2–4 PM

    Mercy Flight Helicopter landing 

    Dos Locos takes the stage from 7:30–9:30 PM

    SUNDAY, JULY 13 | 11 AM–4 PM

    SUNDAY, JULY 13 | 11 AM–4 PM

    Don’t miss our Chicken BBQ!

    Pre-order now and save:

    2 Dinners for $25 – Pre-sale only

    New Prizes to the Basket Raffle

    More Raffles

    Even More Raffles

    Touch-a-Truck: 2 PM – 4 PM

    Get ready for an exciting new addition to our Touch-a-Truck event this Saturday…

    The NY STATE POLICE UTV is rolling in! Come check it out up close, meet the officers, and snap some awesome pics. You won’t want to miss this!


    Saturday, July 12th

    Touch-a-Truck: 2 PM – 4 PM

    Be there when the action rolls in!

    Support Geneva Family YMCA's Mission

    Volunteers Needed!

    Love having fun? Enjoy working with amazing people?

    Then come be part of something incredible — join the Summerfest team! Whether you’re helping with games, food, raffles, or just bringing the energy, we’d love to have you.

    It’s your chance to make great memories, and enjoy the festival in a whole new way!

    Call the Geneva YMCA at 315-789-1616 and ask for David Michaels or Todd Freelove to sign up! 

    Just Added

    Get ready for an exciting new addition to our Touch-a-Truck event this Saturday…

    The NY STATE POLICE UTV is rolling in! Come check it out up close, meet the officers, and snap some awesome pics. You won’t want to miss this!


    Saturday, July 12th

    Touch-a-Truck: 2 PM – 4 PM

    Be there when the action rolls in!

    There's a lot to SUMMERFEST '25!

    Live Music and other entertainment!

    Live Music and other entertainment!

    Live music is just one of the attractions at SUMMERFEST '25. The Bob Greco Band will play from 7:00 - 9:15 Friday evening, and other celebrity surprises will entertain us on Friday and Saturday - - all free and open to the public!


    Stay in touch with the growing list of attractions and opportunities in the Finger Lakes Times, and on Facebook!

    FOLLOW SUMMERFEST '25 ON FACEBOOK

    Dos Locos Live on the Center Stage!

    Live Music and other entertainment!

    Catch the high-energy sounds of Doc Locos on Saturday, July 12th, right after the Firefighters Parade!


    After the parade rolls through, and the party will continue with amazing food, cold drinks, and non-stop entertainment, including Doc Locos performing on Summerfest’s Center Stage!

    Sunday Chicken Barbeque!

    Also, new for '25, Alex's Kitchen is hosting a benefit Chicken Barbeque on Sunday starting at noon!


    Whether you're in town for Ironman 70.3 Musselman or just looking to add a day to the fun you enjoyed at SUMMERFEST '25, this tasty option is a great solution for you and your family!


    Enjoy it under the tent, or take it home and enjoy! $15 per meal, or two for $25. Tickets on sale now!

    BUY CHICKEN BBQ TICKETS

    HUGE Fireworks Display

    Volunteer as a Game Captain!

    After The Bob Greco Band rocks the stage, the local chapter of American Legion will proudly march our nation’s flag up Exchange Street and present it with honor. We will then read the names of all our veterans from our community who have passed in the past year, in a moving tribute to their service and sacrifice.


    At 9:45 Friday night, prepare yourself for the biggest, most spectacular fireworks show Geneva has ever seen, proudly sponsored by UR Finger Lakes Health. 


    Launched high above Seneca Lake, while South Exchange Street is closed to traffic, SUMMERFEST goers will enjoy a great view, and patriotic music. 



    FREE Shuttle Service!

    Volunteer as a Game Captain!

    Volunteer as a Game Captain!

    Experience Summerfest 2025 without the hassle of parking downtown! Thanks to Boys & Girls Club of Geneva, we’re pleased to offer FREE OFF-SITE PARKING AND SHUTTLE SERVICE to SUMMERFEST from Finger Lakes Community College (Geneva Campus), 63 Pulteney St.


    Friday, July 11 – 6 PM till after the fireworks

    Saturday, July 12 – 2 PM till 10 PM


    Thank you Geneva Boys & Girls Club, and Finger Lakes Community College for you support of SUMMERFEST '25!

    Volunteer as a Game Captain!

    Volunteer as a Game Captain!

    Volunteer as a Game Captain!

    Volunteers are needed for 3-hour shifts Friday, July 11 @ 3:30 PM to 10:00 PM, Saturday, July 12 @ 1:00 PM to 10:00 PM. 


    Just bring yourself, your friends and your energy, smiles, and helping hands, to a game booth or other attraction, and we take care of everything else! It’s fun and easy way to help make SUUMMERFEST a success! (Please note that volunteers under 16 must be in the company of an adult).


    BONUS FUN: At our volunteer thank-you party, we’ll crown the Game Booth that raised the most money with a special trophy and ultimate bragging rights! Contact Bill Greco at billgrecojr58@gmail.com  to be part of the fun!

    Summer Means Fried Dough!

    We all Scream for Ice Cream

    Summer Means Fried Dough!

    Enjoy this and other iconic carnival foods in the Food Tent on Friday and Saturday at Summerfest 2025! 


    Donated by Mark’s Pizzeria of Geneva, this hot, fresh summer classic, dusted with powdered sugar, is the perfect festival snack!

    $7 Combo Plates

    We all Scream for Ice Cream

    Summer Means Fried Dough!

    Choose from a Hamburger, Hot Dog, or Chicken Fingers combo platter – each served with French Fries and a Pepsi! 


    We're also offering Fried Pickles, Sausage with Peppers & Onions, and a mouthwatering Philly Cheesesteak! 

    We all Scream for Ice Cream

    We all Scream for Ice Cream

    We all Scream for Ice Cream

     We All Scream for Ice Cream!


    Stop by our Ice Cream Booth, located just inside the Rec Center! Proudly sponsored by Peppy’s Ice Cream of Geneva, we’re serving up cups of delicious vanilla, chocolate and twist (Vanilla & Chocolate).

    Two awesome Selfie Stations!

    Hawaiian Getaway – Snap a sunny selfie in front of our tropical island backdrop! Bright colors, palm trees, and summer vibes await.


    Haunted Maze Madness – Strike a spooky pose near the entrance of our Haunted Maze. It’s eerie, exciting, and totally Insta-worthy!


    Whether you’re smiling in the sun or spooked in the shadows, don’t forget to tag your photos with #SummerfestGeneva so we can see your amazing moments!


    Grab your friends, strike a pose, and let the fun begin!

    Live Demonstrations both days!

    Get ready to be blown away as incredible local performers light up the stage all weekend long! From high-energy dance crews to powerhouse vocalists and everything in between, you’ll be amazed at the unforgettable talent right here in our own community.


    This is your all-access pass to hometown entertainment at its finest – and it’s all happening live at Summerfest!


    Want to perform? We’re almost full, but a few spots are still open! If you or your group would like to take the stage, contact Festival Director Bill Greco ASAP to grab your chance to shine.

    A full lineup of performance times will be posted right here soon — stay tuned and don’t miss a minute of the action!

    Live Demo's Saturday Line up!!

      LIVE on our Center Stage Saturday, July 12th!

    Get ready for an afternoon of amazing local talent as the Geneva Theatre Group brings the stage to life!


    5:00 PM – A musical taste of Little Shop of Horrors


    5:20 PM – A magical mini production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream


    5:30 PM – A special 30-minute show by the Nancy Curvin Playground Players


    Grab some food, sip on something cold, and kick back while you enjoy Broadway-style fun right here at Summerfest!

    New Games and Old Favorites!

    Adults: Head over to the Beer Booth and test your luck with our Over/Under Challenge or show off your skills in the Golf Challenge—can you land the winning shot?

    Kids: We’ve got over a dozen brand-new games where you can win tickets for the Prize Booth! Try your arm at the Football Toss or Baseball Toss, take aim with the Troll Toss, or go on a digging adventure in Dino Dig! And just wait ‘til you see the awesome new prizes coming to the Prize Booth this year! We’ll be posting sneak peeks right here soon—stay tuned!

    Cam's Pizza

     Stop at our food booth both Days Fri and Sat for a Huge slice of Fresh piping hot Pizza  always a Huge Favorite


    Sponsored by Cams Pizza

    New for '25!

    Touch - A - Truck

     Our Touch-A-Truck event on Saturday July 12th from 2 till 4 


    It keeps getting bigger... 

    Geneva Fire Trucks 

    FL Ambulance 

    NYSEG 

    DPW Truck 

    Geneva Police Cruiser

    Sheriff's K-9 Unit

    Mercy Flight Helicopter (Landing est. 1:30PM)


    New emergency vehicles and displays are being added weekly

    The excitement is building!

    RAFFLES - Get ready for one of the most exciting parts of SUMMERFEST '25 - our Basket Booth!  Take a chance to win a brand new recliner generously donated by Lynch Furniture of Geneva! But that's just the beginning...


    We've got dozens of themed baskets packed with amazing goodies and standalone items you won't want to miss.  From fun and festive to useful and unique, there's something for everyone!


    Stop by the Basket Booth and get your tickets in-drawings will be held on Saturday, July 12th at 9:30PM.  You do NOT need to be present to win-but you do need to enter, so make sure you check it out!

    Summerfest 2025 Entertainment Lineup!

    Join us in the Rec Center and at Center Stage under the food tent for two days of nonstop fun!

    Friday, July 11

    5–6 PM – Martial Arts Demo near the Community Connection Zone

         By Master Micah Ehler owner of Hwa Rang Kwan New York

    6:30–9:15 PM – Live Music: Bob Greco Band

    9:20 PM – Flag presentation by the American Legion

    9:30 PM – Honoring veterans who passed this year

    9:45 PM – Fireworks Show with Patriotic Music

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    Saturday, July 12

    2–4 PM – Fire trucks, NYSEG truck, making FREE Hula Hoops for kids

    4:00PM – 5 Dimensions in Dance

    5:00PM – Geneva Theater Guild with three lives performances.  

    7:00 PM – Geneva Firefighters Parade

    8pm -9:30 PM 

    Right after the parade – Live Music: Doc Locos

    9:30 PM – 50/50 Raffle

    9:40 PM – Basket Raffle Drawings


    Want to perform?

    We still have a few open stage slots!

    Contact Bill Greco at billgrecojr58@gmail.com

    Thank you to our Premium Sponsors!

    Platinum Sponsor

    Platinum Sponsor

    Massa Construction's Leadership Gift is key to the success of this year's SUMMERFEST!

    Major Sponsor

    Platinum Sponsor

    Thank you, Finger Lakes Health, for your significant support!

    Major Sponsor



    Thank you, Brenda and Dave Rickey Foundation, for your significant support!

    Major Sponsor

    Thank you, Wegmans Food & Pharmacy for your significant support!

    Premier Sponsor

    Thank you, Geneva Club Beverage for your support!

    Premier Sponsor

    Thank you, Lyons National Bank, for your support!

    Premier Sponsor

    Thank you, Casella Waste, for your support!

    Premier Sponsor

    Thank you, Prindle Family Dentistry, for your support!

    Premier Sponsor

    Premier Sponsor

    Thank you, Jim and JC, for your support of SUMMERFEST!

    Thank you Game Booth Sponsors

    Bank of the Finger Lakes

    Barrett Marine

    Community Bank

    Friendly Ford

    FLX Home Solutions

    Grateful Dental of Geneva

    Ports Cafe

    Valvetech, Inc.

    VINIFERA

    wellnow

    Xylem

    Game Booth Sponsorships

    Learn more about Game Booth Sponsorship Opportunities in the downloadable guide below.


    Game booth sponsorship is an attractive way to connect with individuals and families during a highly visible community event.

    Thank you Community Sponsors

    Amberdocks

    Elderlee, Inc.

    Geneva Eye Care Center

    Geneva Womans Club

    Terry Haskins + Family

    Troy Quigley | Howard Hanna Realty

    Knights of Columbus, Geneva

    Littlejohn + Barbi Orthodontics

    Pedulla's Liquor Store

    Mike Roulan, Attorney at Law

    Seneca Foods

    Sons and Daughters of Italy, Geneva

    Palmisano-Mull Funeral Home LLC

    Seneca Stag Brewing Co.

    Bagels ~ Cakes

    Sunset Bowl

    McGuigan & Bero

    Geneva American Legion




    Five Star Bank




    AJ's Brave Hearts




    De Vaney-Bennett Funeral Home

    De Vaney-Bennett Funeral Home



    Thank you Community Sponsors

    Geneva-Ark Lodge 33

    Community Sponsorships

    Learn more about Community Sponsorship in the downloadable guide below. It's a cost-effective option for supporting SUMMERFEST '25 while positioning your brand in front of individuals and families on a busy summer weekend in downtown Geneva. 

    Thank you In-Kind Sponsors

    Cam's Pizzeria

    Mark's Pizza

    Peppy's Ice Cream

    Geneva Boys + Girls Club

    Geneva Boys + Girls Club

    Geneva Boys + Girls Club

    Geneva Boys + Girls Club

    Nardozzi Companies

    Geneva Boys + Girls Club

    Nardozzi Companies

    Lynch Furniture

    Geneva Boys + Girls Club

    Nardozzi Companies

    Phelps Sungas

    FLX Movers

    The UPS Store, Geneva

    The UPS Store, Geneva

    The UPS Store, Geneva

    Thank you In-Kind Sponsors

    Helpful Documents

    Summerfest '25 Initial Media Release 05 02 25 (pdf)

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    Summerfest '25 Sponsorship Opportunities (pdf)

    Download

    Summerfest '25 Shareable Printable FLTimes Ad (pdf)

    Download

    Summerfest '25 Community Connection Not-for-Profit Sign-up Form (png)

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