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Weekend top picks: Ithaca is Books Festival, Oktoberfest, and more

Weekend top picks: Ithaca is Books Festival, Oktoberfest, and more

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(607NewsNow) — Looking for something to do this weekend? Try these top picks for fun activities in the area:

Ithaca Peace Festival:

This weekend from 9/12 to 9/14, the 2025 Ithaca Peace Festival sponsored by St. Catherine of Siena parish will take place. The festival will combine educational presentations about peace making with music, dancing, delicious food, and fun activities for children. Find more information here.

Ithaca is Books Festival:

Running from 9/11 through 9/14, The Ithaca Is Books Festival brings together community members of all ages and backgrounds to celebrate the power, joy, and beauty of books and reading. The festival showcases 15-20 literary and author events, including a book fair and events for children. Find more information here.

Oktoberfest at Liquid State Brewing Co.:

This Saturday, 9/13 at 2:00 p.m., join Liquid State for their 8th annual Oktoberfest. Enjoy the release of their Seasonal Fesbier, contests and prizes, music, German Cuisine by Silo, and more. Find more information here.

33rd Annual Founder’s Day Concert:

At Dewitt Park this Sunday, 9/14 at 2:00 p.m., Ithaca College musicians in the concert band and wind ensemble will offer a free performance to celebrate the College’s partnership with Ithaca since 1892. Find more information here.

Reproductive Rights Film Festival:

Cinemapolis will be hosting a Reproductive Rights Film Festival, featuring 11 films, 7 screenings over 5 days, the winners of the inaugural Short Shorts film competition, and virtual panels. In person events at Cinemapolis will take place this Saturday, 9/13, and Sunday, 9/14. Find more information and additional dates here.

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