New Nightlife Entertainment in CNY
If you're looking for live music and new ideas for fun things to do this weekend, head to Turning Stone's Exit 33 nightclubs
Ever spend all week looking forward to the weekend only to have Friday finally roll around and wonder how to spend it? You've worked hard for it, why not get out and have some fun?
We've rounded up some ideas for you, from live local bands playing this weekend to some affordable date night restaurants to some sizzling nightlife events happening all in one thrilling destination - Exit 33 at Turning Stone, CNY's most awarded resort. Let's take a look.
Let's dance - local bands playing this weekend
Cool country, classic rock and date night lounges near Syracuse and Utica
Tin Rooster | The country music capital of Central NY
Country, blues, brews and bar bites are served up every Friday and Saturday night at Tin Rooster, Turning Stone's lively, all-American country bar. Get your best boots on and meet your friends on the dance floor.
Catch the best live country music this weekend with DJs getting the party warmed up at 9:00pm and local bands taking the stage at 10:30pm. Regular acts include favorites like Country Justice, Steven Cali, the Beadle Brothers, Liam Coleman, Tom Nitti and more.
Be sure to catch Tin Rooster's "Nashville Stops" concert series featuring live country music artists from Nashville, TN who know how to bring down the house like Thirty 6 Red, Matt Rodgers, Alec MacGillivray, Derek Joseph and the Zac Brown Tribute Band.
The Gig | CNY's home of live rock music
Let's turn up the energy this weekend with a smokin' guitar, some wicked drums and the kind of music that will have you out of your seat and in on the fun. If you're looking for a fun place to spend the night with your group of friends, The Gig is the place to be. Friday and Saturday nights at The Gig, CNY's favorite rock bands take to the stage to help you kick your weekend up a notch.
Regular acts include Neon Rocks, Showtime, Nine Deez Nite, Gridley Paige and other popular CNY bands. Looking for an affordable night out? Get in on The Gig's $15 pizza "Pie and Pitcher" special from 9:00pm - 10:00pm, one of the area's best nightlife deals.
Turquoise Tiger | Live music and a stylish night on the town
Inspired by 1940s film noir, this sexy, Gatsby-style cocktail lounge knows how to turn on the glam. Hello, date night. Add some expertly crafted cocktails, specially selected wines and live music beginning at 9:30pm and you've got a memorable evening in the making.
Turquoise Tiger is open Friday and Saturday evenings from 9:00pm to 2:00am. As one of Central New York's favorite date night lounges, this Exit 33 hot spot regularly plays host to local live music ranging from R&B to retro soul, disco to pop. Catch local bands this weekend with popular acts like Last Left, Sydney Irving and the Mojo, Manage a Soul, Rhythm Pilots and more.
NOW OPEN for a limited time only: Crescent Courtyard Bar | Cocktails and live music under the stars
There's nothing like the fresh air on a summer evening when the sun begins to crest the horizon and the stars are making their nightly debut. What a perfect time to be at Crescent Courtyard, Exit 33's open-air bar and lounge at Turning Stone Resort Casino. This intimate, inviting space is the perfect place to enjoy a drink or nightcap or meet up with friends before a night of gaming.
Crescent Courtyard opens at 8:00pm Friday and Saturday night, weather permitting. Select evenings, catch local musicians like the Beadle Brothers Duo or award-winning Nashville artist Anthony Orio Unplugged. Orio's unique style blends country swagger with Philly soul and is always a crowd favorite. Get here early for the best seats for these popular events.
Get ready for a howl-o-good-time coming this fall
Central NY's favorite adult Halloween event is back
Halloween is a favorite event at Turning Stone, and this year promises to be even better. Make plans now to spend the night with your group of friends for a frightfully good time, with festive specials throughout the resort.
Upstate Tavern's wickedly delicious boozy Halloween milkshakes will begin haunting the menu through October 31. If the spirit moves you, try your hand at our popular Halloween Bingo. Or spend Halloween weekend with one of CNY's best tribute bands: Ozzmosis: The Ozzy Osbourne Show at The Showroom concert hall at Turning Stone. Tickets are on sale now.
Get updates on our Halloween Event as more details are announced on Instagram and Facebook.