Downtown Penn Yan

04/26/2026

Polish it up, fire it up, and bring it downtown! It’s time to show off what you’ve been building in your garage.

This is your invitation to come show your car at this year’s Cruisin’ Night on Friday, June 5 from 4 to 8 pm in downtown Penn Yan.

Pre-register for $20 and roll in with perks:
-Welcome bag for every driver
-Commemorative t-shirt for the first 100 registrants

Day-of registration available on-site for $30.

We’ve got a fun-filled evening planned for all:

-Live music with the Decades Band and Unparallel Band
-Food trucks serving everything from comfort classics to sweet treats
-Kids’ zone hosted by Mozaic
-Restaurant specials all across downtown

To be part of the lineup, register
-through the following link: https://givebutter.com/cruisin-night-copy-q5gpmz
-on our website downtownbusinesscouncilpy.com,
-or sign up in person at the Nest Egg.

Thank you for supporting local and helping Penn Yan thrive!



📸 Riley Earl Films

03/07/2026

Congratulations to this year’s Wing Walk Winner in our closest contest ever—Parker’s Grille and Restaurant! Thank you to all of the participating restaurants and participants for a super fun day celebrating Penn Yan.

Save the date for next year’s Wing Walk-March 6, 2027!

03/05/2026

We’re so excited for this year’s Wing Walk we can taste it! But no need to wait for that, these restaurants have fantastic wings all year round, right here in downtown Penn Yan. Who do you think will win the 2026 title?

The contenders:

➡️ The Liberty Restaurant
➡️ Parker’s Grille and Tap house
➡️ The Keuka Restaurant
➡️ Penn Yan Elks #1722
➡️ Silverbird Woodfired
➡️ The Mustang Pub
➡️ The Tavern Restaurant
➡️ Laurentide Beer Company

Let us know your prediction in the comments below! 🍀 🐓

02/23/2026

Congratulations, Karen Rogers! 🎉

You and a guest are headed to the Wing Walk on March 7!

We’ve been blown away by the response to our giveaways — thank you to everyone who entered, commented, and shared the excitement with us. This community always shows up, and we’re so grateful ❤️

Didn’t win this time? Don’t worry — there’s one more chance!

Tune in to WFLR Radio on Wednesday, March 4 at 9 AM for our final Wing Walk ticket giveaway of the year!

And remember — you don’t have to wait for Wing Walk to enjoy great food. You can grab delicious wings year-round at our amazing participating locations anytime. 🍗

We can’t wait to celebrate a flavorful day with our local businesses and community. Thanks for being part of the fun — and stay tuned for more downtown events ahead!

By popular demand, we're doing another Wing Walk ticket giveaway! 🔥

The response to our last giveaway was so much fun that we’re doing it again — and giving away TWO MORE Wing Walk tickets for March 7!

How to enter:

✔️ Make sure you like and follow Downtown Penn Yan on Facebook

✔️ Comment on this post to enter

Enter on both Facebook and Instagram for two chances to win!

This time we want to know… Drums or flats?

The giveaway runs this weekend--February 19 to February 22.

Let's hear it for our awesome locally owned businesses that make Wing Walk such a fun and flavorful community event, and offer up tasty wings in Downtown Penn Yan all year long:

• The Liberty Restaurant
• Mustang Pub
• Parker's Grille
• The Keuka Restaurant
• Silverbird Woodfired
• Tavern Restaurant
• Elks Lodge (BPOE #1722)
• Laurentide Brewing Company

Tag a friend you’d bring along (optional 😉)

Photo credit: Yates County Chamber of Commerce

Must be 21+. Local pickup. This giveaway is not affiliated with Facebook or Instagram.

02/20/2026

By popular demand, we're doing another Wing Walk ticket giveaway! 🔥

The response to our last giveaway was so much fun that we’re doing it again — and giving away TWO MORE Wing Walk tickets for March 7!

How to enter:

✔️ Make sure you like and follow Downtown Penn Yan on Facebook

✔️ Comment on this post to enter

Enter on both Facebook and Instagram for two chances to win!

This time we want to know… Drums or flats?

The giveaway runs this weekend--February 19 to February 22.

Let's hear it for our awesome locally owned businesses that make Wing Walk such a fun and flavorful community event, and offer up tasty wings in Downtown Penn Yan all year long:

• The Liberty Restaurant
• Mustang Pub
• Parker's Grille
• The Keuka Restaurant
• Silverbird Woodfired
• Tavern Restaurant
• Elks Lodge (BPOE #1722)
• Laurentide Brewing Company

Tag a friend you’d bring along (optional 😉)

Photo credit: Yates County Chamber of Commerce

Must be 21+. Local pickup. This giveaway is not affiliated with Facebook or Instagram.

02/18/2026

We have a winner!

Congratulations to Michelle Morris — you’re headed to the Wing Walk on March 7! 🍗🔥

Thank you to everyone who entered, commented, and shared the excitement with us. We loved seeing all the mild vs. hot vs. spicy opinions! 🌶️

A big thank-you to our amazing local businesses who help make events like this possible and keep our downtown vibrant. ❤️

Didn't win this time? Stay posted...another giveaway drops soon!

🔥 Wing Walk Ticket Giveaway! 🔥

We’re giving away TWO Wing Walk tickets for the upcoming event on March 7!

To enter:
✔️ Like and follow Downtown Penn Yan on Facebook
✔️ Comment on this post

👉 Enter on both Facebook and Instagram for two chances to win!

Are you mild, hot, or spicy? 🌶️ Let us know in the comments!

The giveaway runs Feb 10–Feb 17.

We’re so grateful for our participating local businesses and can’t wait to enjoy a flavorful day together! ❤️

Participating locations:
• The Liberty Restaurant
• Mustang Pub
• Parker's Grille
• The Keuka Restaurant
• Silverbird Woodfired
• Tavern Restaurant
• Elks Lodge (BPOE #1722)
• Laurentide Brewing Company

Tag a friend you’d bring (optional 😉)

Photo credit: Yates County Chamber of Commerce 🙏

This giveaway is not affiliated with Facebook or Instagram.

02/12/2026

Join us for the FFA Candy Crawl this Saturday (Valentine’s Day) from 1–4 PM in downtown Penn Yan! 💘

Purchase a custom Candy Crawl tin and visit participating businesses to collect handmade candies created by our FFA students. Along the way, keep an eye out for hidden FFA emblems — decipher the secret phrase in your passport and turn it in for a chance to win a Downtown Gift Basket filled with local goodies!

This year’s crawl features favorites like peppermint patties, peanut butter balls, freeze-dried treats, chocolate classics, and more. There’s something for every sweet tooth!

Participating businesses:

1. Dave Boyd Music - (new address), now 111 Main Street
2. The Potters' Gallery 9 Main
3. Parker's Grille & Tap House 11 Main
4. Milly's Pantry 19 Main
5. Pinckney Hardware 24 Main
6. Long's Cards & Books 115 Main
7. The Nest Egg 125 Main
8. Coles Furniture 123 Main
9. Arts Center of Yates County 127 Main
10. Keuka Candy Emporium 131 Main
11. Hoban's Spirits - (new address), now 100 E. Main
12. Once Again Shoppe 100 E. Elm (new this year)
13. Plants on Main 17 Main (new this year)
14. Judd's Suds 5 E. Main (new this year)
15. Silverbird Wood Fired 133 E. Elm (new this year)
16. Cam's NY Pizzeria 25 Main
17. Keuka Restaurant 12 E. Main
18. Care Net 162 Main St.

Tins are limited and selling quickly. Register through the FFA and secure yours soon!

Come enjoy a sweet afternoon downtown while supporting our FFA students and local businesses!

02/10/2026

🔥 Wing Walk Ticket Giveaway! 🔥

We’re giving away TWO Wing Walk tickets for the upcoming event on March 7!

To enter:
✔️ Like and follow Downtown Penn Yan on Facebook
✔️ Comment on this post

👉 Enter on both Facebook and Instagram for two chances to win!

Are you mild, hot, or spicy? 🌶️ Let us know in the comments!

The giveaway runs Feb 10–Feb 17.

We’re so grateful for our participating local businesses and can’t wait to enjoy a flavorful day together! ❤️

Participating locations:
• The Liberty Restaurant
• Mustang Pub
• Parker's Grille
• The Keuka Restaurant
• Silverbird Woodfired
• Tavern Restaurant
• Elks Lodge (BPOE #1722)
• Laurentide Brewing Company

Tag a friend you’d bring (optional 😉)

Photo credit: Yates County Chamber of Commerce 🙏

This giveaway is not affiliated with Facebook or Instagram.

02/05/2026

Wing Walk tickets are officially sold out! Thank you. We look forward to a good time!

Tips for a Successful Wing Walk:

Please note your registration location and note that passes will not be issued until NOON promptly! You are welcome to arrive early to start the fun!

Please note the suggested route from your registration location. Each venue can only accommodate a certain number in order for it to continue to be a safe fun event.

Have fun!

By Downtown Business Council of Penn Yan Inc

02/01/2026

Friendly date reminders from our Wing Walk chickens:

• Wednesday, February 4 | 7 PM
🎟️ Wing Walk tickets go on sale!
We’ll share the ticket link soon—be sure you’re following so you don’t miss it.

• Friday, February 6 | 5–7 PM
🌶️ Chilly Chili Cookoff
We’re raffling two sets of two Wing Walk tickets—stop by for your chance to win!

• Saturday, February 14 | 1–4 PM
🍬 Candy Crawl

Stay warm, sweet, and spicy with us over the next few weeks!

01/27/2026

We’re excited to announce that we’ll be raffling two sets of two tickets to this year’s Wing Walk at the Chilly Chili Cook off!

Come out to the Keuka Candy Emporium February 6 to warm up and taste chilis for your chance to win the opportunity to attend this always sold out event! 🎟️🐔