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Empower FCU Amphitheater celebrates 10 season anniversary with upcoming free community celebration

The Lakeview Amphitheater in Syracuse.
WAER News file photo.
A view of the Lakeview Amphitheater in Syracuse when it was brand new.

As the Empower FCU Amphitheater celebrates it's tenth season of concerts this year, Central New Yorkers are invited to join in on the fun.

Onondaga County announced a free community celebration, with free parking, to take place on May 31 from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m.

During the event, guests will have the opportunity to walk the stage, go behind the curtains, and explore VIP lounges.

“We’re proud to be both an entertainment venue but, also a community recreational space and asset for the community," said Onondaga County Executive Ryan McMahon.

McMahon claims the venue is ranked among the top five amphitheaters in the United States.

Formerly known as the Lakeview Amphitheater, the venue has hosted over 175 shows, and welcomed more than 1.5 million guests.

"We’ve created a world class entertainment destination here in Syracuse which has resulted in a conservative estimate of over $170 million of economic impacts through 9 seasons,” County Executive McMahon said.

Several local groups and artists are scheduled to perform as the event takes place, and the venue’s official 2026 concert season begins on June 8 with Kid Cudi.

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