ENTERTAINMENT 2024

Paper Mill Island is the place to be for a memorable summer experience.

The Baldwinsville Center for the Arts has curated a lineup for this summer season that is set to dazzle residents and visitors alike. The entertainment extends beyond concerts, with the Baldwinsville Center for the Arts hosting a variety of arts events ensuring that there's something for everyone to enjoy.

The season kicks off with the Dirty Doves and Modafferi guaranteeing a night of diverse musical enjoyment and an unforgettable experience that blends genres and generations. Paper Mill Island is not just a venue; it's a cultural hub where every performance is an invitation to celebrate the joy of music and community. Whether you're a local or just passing through, the 2024 Summer Entertainment Season at Paper Mill Island is an enchanting escape into a world of artistic expression and communal celebration.

The entertainment extends beyond concerts, with the Baldwinsville Center for the Arts hosting a variety of events including Shakespeare in the Park, food truck gatherings, and orchestral performances. The community will come together to enjoy the arts in all forms, from the dramatic flair of "Hamlet" to the harmonious melodies of the Exit 11 and Elden Elementary Orchestra. As the weeks unfold, the amphitheater will see a diverse selection of local and regional bands, a festival day of SHAKES-BEER and a 3-day theatrical performance of a family favorite, "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown."





The Baldwinsville Center for the Arts is a non-profit, non-governmental, volunteer organization dedicated to engaging the greater Baldwinsville community with the rich value of the arts in all its forms. This summer 2024, the Center is providing the Baldwinsville community with 12 FREE arts events on Paper Mill Island and 4 ticketed events. Your ticket purchases fund all the events scheduled this season. The events including this year's JULY 4th FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR on Paper Mill Island are NOT PAID with village tax dollars but through the generous support of our sponsors and are completely staffed with volunteers.

Amber Fly and Fondu

July 13th starting at 5pm - FREE ADMISSION

Welcome to the ultimate showdown between Amber Fly and Fondu! Get ready to rock out with this Boston-based Punk Band and then groove to the funky disco sound of Fondu. Join us at the Baldwinsville Amphitheater on Paper Mill Island for a night of epic performances. Don't miss out on this electrifying event that will have you dancing all night long!

Food Trucks will be on hand so grab a little dinner and have a great time!


THIS IS A RAIN OR SHINE EVENT, so come prepared and BRING A CHAIR!

SHAKES-BEER and Other Comedy

Saturday, July 20th 1pm-9pm

Welcome to Shakes-Beer & Other Comedy! Get ready for a day of laughter and fun at the Baldwinsville Amphitheater Paper Mill Island.
Join us for a unique blend of Shakespearean comedy and delicious craft beer from Baldwinsville's own, WT BREWS just as Shakespeare intended. Relax, drink-up and enjoy a series of hilarious scenes from the bard and other comedic performances.

While you're here enjoy the food from Ippoliti's Food Truck and Carvel. Don't miss out on this one-of-a-kind event and of course, the beer - grab your tickets now!


THIS IS A RAIN OR SHINE EVENT, so come prepared and BRING A CHAIR!

Maria DeSantis Orchestra

Saturday, July 27th 7pm - 9pm

As the sun begins to set over the tranquil waters of the Seneca River, the stage of the Baldwinsville Amphitheater Paper Mill Island will come alive on Saturday, July 27th with an unforgettable evening of live music by the talented musicians of the Maria DeSantis Orchestra. This in person event promises to be a night filled with beautiful melodies and energetic tunes. Don't miss out on this opportunity to enjoy a live orchestra in a stunning outdoor setting. Get your tickets now and come dance the night away!





THIS IS A RAIN OR SHINE EVENT, so come prepared and BRING A CHAIR!

REGGAE FESTIVAL

Saturday, August 3rd 1pm - 9:30pm

Welcome to the **Reggae Festival** at Baldwinsville Amphitheater Paper Mill Island! Get ready to groove to the rhythm of reggae music with some amazing artists including the HARBOR BOYS 2:30pm - 4pm, PAT TATO and the BAKED POTATOES 4:15pm - 5:45pm, ELEPHANTS DANCING 6:30pm- 7:30pm, and JESS NOVAK BAND 7:45pm to Close. Join us for a day filled with good vibes, delicious food, and great company. Don't miss out on this incredible event that will have you dancing all day long. See you there!

THIS IS A RAIN OR SHINE EVENT, so come prepared and BRING A CHAIR!

HOMEBREWED COMEDY

Saturday, August 10th, 7pm - 9pm

Get ready for a night filled with laughter with HOMEBREWED COMEDY at the Baldwinsville Amphitheater Paper Mill Island. Join us for a hilarious in-person comedy event that will have you rolling in your seats. Sit back, relax, and enjoy a night of top-notch stand-up comedy from talented comedians. Don't miss out on this evening of fun and entertainment.

Grab your friends, partake from delicious craft beers from Baldwinsville's own, WT BREWS, and come on down to Paper Mill Island for a night you won't forget!

THIS IS A RAIN OR SHINE EVENT, so come prepared and BRING A CHAIR!

FOOD TRUCK & MUSIC THURSDAYS

Every Thursday through August 5pm-8pm

Paper Mill Island in Baldwinsville, New York, transforms into a vibrant hub of flavors and melodies every Thursday, as the Food & Music Truck Thursdays bring the community together. Imagine the scene: a picturesque island setting where the air is filled with the aroma of gourmet street food and the sounds of live music drifting across the water. From the sizzling grills of food trucks to the strumming guitars of local bands, this event promises a feast for the senses. It's a place where friends and families gather, sharing bites and stories, basking in the summer evening glow.