Welcome to the beautiful Finger Lakes Region of New York! There is plenty to explore while you’re in the area. From wineries and breweries, to restaurants and hiking, make the most of your time here while celebrating Caitlin and Mike.
September 5, 2025 | Watkins Glen Grand Prix Festival
Starting around Noon in Downtown Watkins Glen. You don’t have to be a car enthusiast to enjoy this festival. The Grand Prix Festival is Watkins Glen’s largest event, boasting hundreds of vintage cars, vendors, music, food, and booze.
Hike Watkins Glen State Park — (welcomes an average of
1.2 million visitors each year)
Explore the lakefront and Pier House —maybe book a sail
on the True Love Schooner where Caitlin and Mike were engaged!
J.R.Dill Wine Bar and Ivy Lane Flowers — Co-Owned by
Mike’s cousin!
The Seneca Lodge — Iconic, retro bar and restaurant with
lodging
For more ideas, visit www.explorewatkinsglen.com
Monaco's Coffee: Specialty coffee shop
Geneva Disc Golf Course
Kindred Fare: Popular restaurant with an incredible bar and wine list
Anorah Restaurant & Bar: Eclectic new restaurant
Ports Cafe: Local favorite
Finger Lakes Welcome Center and Gift Shop
If you need to do any last minute shopping, hit the Waterloo Premium Outlet Mall
For more ideas, visit https://flxchamber.com/
There are over 100 craft beverage stops along Seneca Lake to enjoy. Below are a few favorites:
Boundary Breaks Vineyard
Standing Stone Vineyards
Atwater Vineyards (a favorite of Mike & Caitlin!)
Forge Cellars
Grist Iron Brewing Co. (Includes a restaurant)
Two Goats Brewing
Lucky Hare Brewing Co. (Includes Babe’s Burgers)
Finger Lakes Distilling
Finger Lakes Cider House (food, u-pick flowers, craft cider)
Brewery Ardennes
Hermann J. Wiemer Vineyard
Lakewood Vineyards (a favorite of Mike & Caitlin!)
Barnstormer Winery
Seneca Lake Brewing & the Beerocracy
Keuka Outlet Trail in Penn Yan
Watkins Glen State Park
Finger Lakes National Forest
Taughannock Falls in Ithaca
Anchor Inn & Tiki Bar - Rent a pontoon boat or jetski!
Swimming at Lodi State Park