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Thursday, November 27th, 2025
Good morning, Syracuse. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 27th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A guide listing over 30 Christmas tree farms across Central New York counties is available for families seeking either pre-cut or cut-your-own trees—details include hours and contact information for each facility. Several farms are open this season and most will open later this week until Christmas Eve—though they are closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas days. Syracuse.com
- ➤ This weekend, Central New York will host several holiday events including a Wine and Chocolate Festival at the NYS Fairgrounds with sessions from 1 to 4 p.m. and 5 to 8 p.m., the 11th annual Syracuse Ugly Sweater 5K at Onondaga Lake Park starting at 10 a.m., festive tree lightings in Oswego and Baldwinsville, and Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles beginning at noon. A holiday market at SKY Armory in Syracuse will feature over 70 local vendors and raffle contests benefiting the Food Bank of Central New York — offering residents a chance to celebrate the season with local traditions. CNY Central
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Many Central New Yorkers prepare their Thanksgiving feast today as fire officials warn of high cooking risks. Past Cicero Fire Chief Jon Barrett advised thawing the turkey a week ahead and frying it outside—citing a past incident where indoor frying led to a house fire. WAER
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A prominent Syracuse developer is planning a high-energy data center—projected to draw up to 300 megawatts—from 120 acres in suburban Lysander and is seeking a grid connection for 2028. The project comes as the state grid faces many similar requests from energy-intensive facilities and may require upgrades for reliability. Syracuse.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Starting tomorrow at 9:00 a.m., the New York State Fair will offer a buy-one-get-one free deal on $8 admission tickets—with up to ten tickets per customer available until tickets sell out or the Cyber Monday deadline on December 1. The 2026 fair runs from August 26 through September 7, and children 12 and under and seniors 65 and older receive free admission daily. CNY Central
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ An American Farm Bureau Federation survey released November 26th shows that while the national average for a Thanksgiving dinner is about $55, prices in New York remain 20% higher—roughly $66 (a trend seen over the survey's 40-year history). Rising produce costs and labor shortages have pushed up the prices for many staples even as turkey prices drop. WAER
- ➤ With Thanksgiving near, travelers in Central New York are turning to trains and buses for a cheaper, less stressful ride—Amtrak expects record ridership while bus services may delay trips due to staffing shortages. CNY Central
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Ask Orange Alumni is a new AI-powered tool from the Syracuse University Alumni Association that helps students connect with alumni for career advice and networking — it launched on Nov. 26. The tool lets users ask questions and match with graduates for virtual or in-person guidance — building strong ties in the Orange community. Syracuse University
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, the U.S. Department of Transportation launched its Civility Campaign to urge travelers to dress more formally and behave with respect on flights. In Syracuse, opinions are split—some locals favor the call for a respectful dress code while others prefer comfort as the FAA expects a busy holiday travel season. CNY Central
- ➤ Central New York residents received nearly $84 million in refund checks from Gov. Hochul’s Inflation Refund Check program—321,000 checks were sent to the region. A few additional checks will be mailed in the coming weeks as officials review eligibility. Syracuse.com
- ➤ Today for Thanksgiving, banks, government offices, and post offices are closed while many retailers (Target, Walmart, Trader Joe’s, Aldi) shut their doors and some grocery chains like Wegmans, Tops, Price Chopper, and Nichols offer limited hours; USPS, UPS, and FedEx do not operate and Centro buses run on a holiday schedule. Municipal trash pickup is delayed with today’s collection moved to Friday and Friday’s rescheduled for Saturday. Syracuse.com
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Gingerbread Gallery Grand Opening
4-6 p.m. — Erie Canal Museum — Free entry — Celebrate the holiday season with festive gingerbread creations, cookies, cocoa, and live music.
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Live Like Liam 5K Run & Walk
8:30-10 a.m. — Jamesville-DeWitt High School — Registration required — Celebrate life and community while supporting children with special needs in honor of Liam Zoghby.
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Anime Night Before Christmas
7-11 p.m. — The Song & Dance — Ticketed event — Experience the blend of anime culture with live music, vendors, and cosplay fun.
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Syracuse City Ballet Presents The Nutcracker
2:00 – 3:30 PM — Crouse Hinds Concert Theater — Cost TBD — Enjoy the annual holiday favorite as Syracuse City Ballet brings The Nutcracker to life.
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Syracuse City Ballet's The Nutcracker
2:00 – 3:30 PM — Crouse Hinds Concert Theater — Ticket prices may vary — Experience the magic of the holiday season with the annual presentation of The Nutcracker by the Syracuse City Ballet.
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The Bog Brothers Live
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Funk 'n Waffles — Tickets starting at $13.07 — Experience a lively evening of Americana music with The Bog Brothers, a local favorite blending roots and folk styles.
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Guys and Dolls
7-10 p.m. — Redhouse Arts Center — Check website for ticket pricing — A classic musical filled with charm and wit set in New York City.
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Twelve Twenty Four: Trans-Siberian Orchestra Tribute
6-9:30 p.m. — Westcott Theater — $— Experience an electrifying holiday spectacle with the nation's original TSO tribute band featuring soaring guitars and dazzling lights.
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Christmas Candlelight Classics
7 PM — Inspiration Hall — Sold out — Experience traditional holiday favorites performed in an intimate setting with family-friendly charm.
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Open Mic Night Featuring J. Heathen
8:30-11:30 p.m. — Funk 'n Waffles — 18+ — Enjoy an evening of Americana vibes with local talents at this open mic night.
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