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Weekend top picks: Steve Hackett at the State Theatre, Newark Valley Apple Harvest Festival, and more

Weekend top picks: Steve Hackett at the State Theatre, Newark Valley Apple Harvest Festival, and more

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

Gunpoets at South Hill Cider/Golden Hour Music Series:

This Friday, October 3rd at 5:30 p.m., join South Hill Cider for an evening of music and cider at Gunpoets at South Hill Cider. A renowned local band that blends hip-hop, reggae, and rock into their energetic performances, enjoy a beverage during the show. Find more information here.

Cancer Resource Center Walkathon & 5k:

On Saturday, October 4th at 9:00 a.m., rally together with over 500 people to support the mission of the Cancer Resource Center. Walk or run starting at the Kiwanis Pavilion at Cass Park to help raise funds that go directly to the Cancer Resource Center’s services. Find more information here.

Steve Hackett – Genesis Greats, Lamb Highlights & Solo North American Tour 2025:

At the State Theatre this Saturday, October 4th, Steve Hackett will celebrate the 50th anniversary of The Lamb Lies Down On Broadway by performing a selection of highlights from this iconic Genesis album. Doors open at 7:00 p.m., find more information here.

44th Annual Newark Valley Apple Festival:

On October 4th and 5th, attend the 44th annual Newark Valley Apple Festival at the area’s only living history museum. There will be all-day live music, an artisans’ marketplace, a historic encampment, an apple dessert contest, kids’ activities, and more. Find more information here.

Cat Video Fest 2025:

Cat Video Fest returns to Cornell Cinema this weekend on Saturday, October 4th and Sunday, October 5th. Presented by Oscilloscope Laboratories, this annual family-friendly festival is a compilation reel of cat videos culled from countless hours of unique submissions and sourced animations, music videos, and classic internet powerhouses. Find more information here.

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