Where: Landmark Theatre at 362 South Salina St.

How much: General admission tickets are $5 per individual (cash only) and are good for any screening. Senior citizen tickets (for those aged 60+) are $3. Seating is on a first come, first served basis.

3. Covey Theater Company presents 'Hair!'

In its Syracuse community theater debut, "Hair!" turns rock music and culture into a bridge between generations. Musical numbers include "Aquarius," "Good Morning Starshine," "I Believe in Love," "Hair" and "Let The Sunshine In."

Where: BeVard Studio Theatre at the John H. Mulroy Civic Center, Syracuse.

When: Friday and Saturday, July 10 and July 11 at 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday, July 17 and July 18 at 8 p.m.

How much: All tickets are available online or by calling 315-420-3729.

4. Sterling Renaissance Festival

The 39th annual Sterling Renaissance Festival continues this Saturday and Sunday, transporting attendees back to Warwick, England in 1585, complete with knights, jousting, royalty, turkey legs and mead. Roughly 100 shows take place each day at the festival (old and new) and 30+ actors playing the vagabonds, villagers and lords and ladies of Queen Elizabeth's court.

Where:Sterling Festival Grounds at 15385 Farden Rd., Sterling.

When: Saturdays and Sundays from July 4 to August 16, open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Each weekend has a different theme. This weekend will be "Market Place Weekend" and guests who spend $200 or more at artisan shops inside the gate will receive two tickets to return to the festival this summer.

How much: Admission is $25.95 for adults, $15.95 for children ages 5-12 and children 4 and younger are free. Buy tickets online or at the gate.

5. Finger Lakes Wine Festival

The Finger Lakes Wine Festival includes live music, cooking demos, culinary classes and wine tastings. You must be 21 or older to buy a tasting pass.

Where: Watkins Glen International at 2790 County Route 16, Watkins Glen.

When: Friday, July 10 through Sunday, July 12.

How much: Tickets range from $25-50. Buy them online.

6. St. Elias Middle Eastern Cultural Festival 2015

St. Elias Antiochian Orthodox Church hosts the 86th annual Middle Eastern Cultural Festival, which features traditional folk dance, cuisine, live music and children's activities. Chef Julie Taboulie will do a cooking demo on Sunday at 3 p.m.

Where: St. Elias Antiochian Orthodox Church at 4988 Onondaga Rd., Syracuse (Rt. 173 at Howlett Hill Road).

When: Friday, July 10 from 4 to 10 p.m., Saturday, July 11 from noon to 10 p.m. and Sunday, July 12 from noon to 6 p.m.

How much: Free and open to the public. Bring your wallet for food, drinks and shopping at the souk [souq] market.

7. Free Symphoria concert

Symphoria will perform a free summer concert in Cazenovia for anyone who wants to attend. Bring your family, friends, lawn chairs and a picnic dinner.

Can't make it? Symphoria also plays free outdoor concerts Thursday in Hamilton and Saturday in Fayetteville.

Where: Lorenzo State Historic Site at 17 Rippleton Rd., Cazenovia.

When: Friday, July 10 from 8 to 10 p.m.

How much: Free and open to the public.

8. NYS Blues Festival

The 2015 NYS Blues Festival will feature headliners Robert Randolph & the Family Band, Devon Allman and The Kingsnakes. Other performers include John Primer, Danielle Nicole Band, the Carolyn Kelly Blues Band & The Soul of Syracuse, The Swamp Drivers, Los Blancos, The Highjivers, Phil Petroff & Natural Fact, Castle Creek, Judge Gazza, Miss E, Chris Merkley, Tim Herron and Dam Dog.

Where: Clinton Square, Syracuse.

When: Friday, July 10 and Saturday, July 11.

How much: Free and open to the public.

9. 'Much Ado About Nothing'

A touring production of William Shakespeare's "Much Ado About Nothing" will stop at several parks this weekend. The Red House Arts Center presents this delightful comedy following two young lovers on a most unusual path to marriage.

Where and when: Friday, July 10 at 7 p.m. at Beard Park on Lincoln Avenue, Fayetteville. Saturday, July 11 at 2 p.m. in Rotary Park, East Main Street in Clifton Springs, and again at 7 p.m. in St. David's Episcopal Church at 14 Jamar Dr., Fayetteville. Sunday, July 12 at 2 p.m. at 20 Genesee St., Skaneateles, and again at 6 p.m. at Grage Home, 8321 Partridgeberry Dr., Baldwinsville.

How much: Free and open to the public. Bring a lawn chair.

10. Skaneateles Antique and Artisans Show and Sale

This weekend, the Skaneateles United Methodist Church will hold its 56th annual Antique and Artisans Show and Sale to benefit the church and its community outreach programs. Over 70 quality antique dealers are located inside the pavilion featuring furniture, rugs, jewelry, artwork, collectibles, sports memorabilia and more. More than 40 artisans will present a variety of crafts on the lawn. Antique appraisals by Catherine Sankey are available both days from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for a small fee. Food is catered by Doug's Fish Fry with homemade baked goods for sale as well.

Where: Austin Park & Pavillion at 1 East Austin St., Skaneateles.

Friday, July 10 and Saturday, July 11 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

How much: $6.50 for one day, $7 for two. Admission to the artisan lawn show is free. Handicap accessible. Parking is free.

11. Finger Lakes Lavender Festival

Try lavender ice cream, cookies and beverages at Lockwood Lavender Farm's 8th annual Finger Lakes Lavender Festival. The two-day event offers opportunities to pick bouquets, watch sheep shearing, make lavender wands and learn about lavender oil distillation, among other activities and presentations. No pets are allowed. Don't forget your camera.

Where: Lockwood Lavender Farm at 1682 West Lake Rd., Skaneateles.

When: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, July 11 and Sunday, July 12.

How much: Free and open to the public. Bring your wallet if you want to pick your own bouquet, purchase lavender products or participate in arts and crafts.

12. Slaughter in Syracuse

The 2015 Slaughter In Syracuse horror festival will feature a 12-hour day of independent underground horror film screenings, special guest directors in attendance and Q&A panel discussions. There will be short films playing during the dinner break and food trucks will be available.

Where: The Palace Theater at 2384 James St.

When: Saturday, July 11 from 11 a.m. to midnight.

How much: Tickets are $30 at the door to the Palace. On Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., 35 Slaughter Fest vendors will set up at the Maplewood Inn. Admission to that sale is $5.

13. GemWorld

If you think rocks rock, check out the 49th annual GemWorld, attended by more than 2,500 people last year. Nearly 60 vendors will sell minerals, gems, stones, jewelry and hobby-related tools and supplies at GemWorld 2015. There will be hands-on paleontological activities for kids, plus jewelry to make and take home.

Where: Onondaga Community College's SRC Arena at 4585 West Seneca Turnpike.

When: Saturday, July 11 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday, July 12 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

How much: Admission is $7 for adults. Children 12 and younger, and scouts in uniform, are free with an adult. Admission covers both days of the show. Look for $1-off coupons at gmss.us. Parking is free and the SRC Arena is wheelchair accessible.

14. Salt City Collect-A-Con

The Salt City Collect-a-Con returns to the F-Shed on Sunday with double the number of vendor tables as last year. There will be a Cosplay contest, retro video game tournament, Xbox One, PS4 and WiiU tournaments and tabletop gaming. DJ Silenze will provide entertainment all day and there will be a kid's activity area with a coloring contest. The con doubles as a fundraiser for Boys & Girls Clubs of Syracuse.

Where: F-Shed at 2100 Park St. in the Regional Market.

When: Sunday, July 12 from 11 a.m. until 6 p.m.

How much: Tickets are available at Larger Than Life Toys and Comics or at saltcitycollectacon.com. Resale tickets start at $7 and VIP packs start at $10, for early admission and a goodie bag, plus optional poster and T-shirt.

15. City Market

The downtown City Market features vendors with jewelry, decor, furniture, pottery, antiques and art every second Sunday until October. This Sunday, Oneida Lake Reg AACA will feature vintage cars at the market, to preview the Syracuse Nationals.

Where: West Jefferson and Walton streets (Armory Square), downtown Syracuse.

When: Sunday, July 12 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

How much: Free to attend. Bring your wallet to shop.

Check out syracuse.com/events for more to do, or leave your own suggestions in the comments below.

Katrina Tulloch writes features and entertainment stories for Syracuse.com and The Post-Standard. Contact her: Email | Twitter | Google+