Essex Events

Looking for things to do in Essex? We've always got something fun brewing. See what events are coming up soon, and mark your calendar!

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Holidays in Essex
December 7, 2024
Downtown Essex
Join us as we ring in the holiday season with a tree-lighting and kids' activities!

Past Events

Browse through events Essex has hosted in the past. Many of our town happenings are annual events, and they may just come back around!

The Haunted Hamlet
October 26, 2024
The Haunted Hamlet

Get ready for the spookiest night of the year! The Haunted Hamlet returns to Main Street in Essex this October with its spine-chilling haunted house and street carnival!

Essex Day
August 3, 2024
Essex Day

Every year, the Town of Essex comes together on the first Saturday of August and celebrates our community with a town-wide yard sale and street party.

Essex Eclipse 2024
April 8, 2024
Essex Eclipse 2024

On April 8, Essex will be one of the best locations in New York state and the entire Northeast to view a once-in-a-lifetime total solar eclipse.

Clean Up Green Up
April 1, 2024
Clean Up Green Up

Help the Town emerge from the winter blues into the beauty of spring by joining us in a month-long litter cleanup project to celebrate Earth Day!

Essex Chili Cook-off
March 3, 2024
Essex Chili Cook-off

Join us for a Chili Cook-off, a community celebration of our local farms & farmers!

Photo Credit: Phil Draper
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