Summit 2026 Pre-/Post-FAMs
New York State partners have planned some amazing FAM adventures for Summit 2026 Operator attendees.
REGISTRATION FOR THE FAM TOURS IS OPEN!
Contacts for questions:
| Wine, Water & Wonders of New York State Heather Bagshaw bagshawh@warrencountyny.gov |
Visit Buffalo Meredith Walsh walsh@visitbuffaloniagara.com |
Comedy Center/Chautauqua Elizabeth Galleazzo egaleazzo@comedycenter.org |
Policies:
Minimum of 2 participants for FAM to operate
Maximum of 1 person per company per FAM
These tours will fill quickly!
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Details: Max attendees - 6
Dates: Feb. 4 - 8, 2026
Flights/Departure: Fly into JFK with enough time to board the AirTrain at 3:30 PM
Return: Return to Seneca by 2:00 PM on 2/8
Lodging: 1 night Hudson Valley, 1 night Ulster County, 1 night Watkins Glen, 1 night Rochester
Overview: Discover the beauty, flavors, and culture of New York State on this exclusive Wine, Water & Wonders winter familiarization tour.
Description: Arriving at JFK on February 4, you’ll begin with an overnight stay in the Hudson Valley, where farm-to-table dining, artisanal shopping, and cultural gems like Storm King Art Center and West Point meet the stunning winter landscapes of Ulster and Orange counties. Continue north to the Finger Lakes, home to more than 400 wineries, scenic lakeside trails, frozen waterfalls, and vibrant cities. This immersive journey blends history, nature, cuisine, and winter magic—perfect for building unforgettable itineraries for your travelers.
Details: Max attendees - 12
Dates: Feb. 12-14, 2026
Depart: Depart Seneca on 2/12 at 11:00 AM.
Return: Return to Buffalo/Niagara Airport by12:30 PM on 2/14
Lodging: 1 night Buffalo, 1 night Jamestown
Overview: Experience the best of Western New York State —from Buffalo’s fun, creative, and cultural city to exploring the beautiful Chautauqua County and Jamestown, New York, just 60 minutes south of Buffalo.
What kind of place is Buffalo, NY? It’s fun, historical, delicious, outdoorsy, sports-loving, diverse, and creative. It’s home to remarkable art and music and architecture. And did we mention it’s an easy, welcoming, and affordable place to visit? If this sounds unexpectedly great, that’s because that’s exactly what Buffalo is. We’re proud to say that the people, places and moments that shape Buffalo make for great stories, and we’re excited to share them with you.
Then come and explore beautiful Chautauqua County and Jamestown, New York, just 60 minutes south of Buffalo. You’ll visit Chautauqua Institution, where this thriving community offers visitors the opportunity to find intellectual and spiritual growth and renewal. Lucille Ball’s hometown of Jamestown honors the legacy of “The First Couple of Comedy” with the Lucille Ball Desi Arnaz Museum and the National Comedy Center, the official cultural institution of the US dedicated to presenting the vital story of comedy. And so much more!