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The 65th Annual Pultneyville Homecoming Community Celebration – July 19th
July 19, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join us for a day of tradition, history, and community spirit in the charming hamlet of Pultneyville, NY!
Date: Saturday, July 19th, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Pultneyville, NY (various locations, see details below)
Get ready for a bustling day of fun, friends, and celebration as we mark the 65th Annual Pultneyville Homecoming! There’s truly something for everyone to enjoy.
Kick Off Your Day
- Early Morning Zumba Gold Class: Complimentary at Gates Hall (start your day energized!)
- NYS Craft Beer Sale: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM on the grounds of Historic Gates Hall (4107 Lake Road). Proceeds from generously donated products by Raise A Glass Foundation benefit Historic Gates Hall as it approaches its 200th birthday in December 2025!
Fun & Festivities by the Lake
Enjoy cool lake breezes along the southern shore of Lake Ontario with a full afternoon of activities!
- Kids’ Fun Run
- Parade: Kicks off at 3:00 PM
- Afternoon Car Show
- Live Music & Games
- Picnicking & Face Painting: In Centennial Park
- Adult Beverage Tasting Tent
- Delicious Food Available for Purchase
- Baked Food Sale: Benefitting Pines Peace
- Pearl’s Pie Stand: Slices and whole pies available (helps defray homecoming expenses!)
Dive into History: “Power to the Pebble”
Explore Pultneyville’s rich heritage with complimentary historical experiences, including our 2025 “Power to the Pebble” Homecoming theme:
- Gates Hall Open House: Complimentary, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
- Historical Society Exhibits: At the W-PHS house, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
- Guided Walking Tour: Of the hamlet, starting at 1:30 PM
- Special Presentation: “Cobblestone Masonry” by Gene Bavis
- Time: 4:30 PM (after the parade)
- Location: Air-conditioned Historic Gates Hall (4107 Lake Road, Pultneyville)
- About the Program: Noted speaker and historian, Gene Bavis, will present on the three eras of cobblestone construction. This fascinating program will feature close-ups of unique local structures, celebrating the ingenious use of materials from both field and shore. Did you know Wayne County boasts more cobblestone structures than any other county in the world? Don’t miss this unique insight into our shared heritage!
While all historical experiences are free and open to the public, donations are always gratefully accepted.
Event Details & What to Bring
Pultneyville Homecoming is proudly sponsored by the Williamson-Pultneyville Historical Society and a host of dedicated community volunteers.
- Attendees are encouraged to bring: Lawn chairs and a well-filled picnic basket.
- Food Options: Alternatively, delicious food items will be available for purchase on-site.