Hotel and Dining Happenings
Experience the perfect balance of relaxation and culinary delights in Ithaca, NY. Unwind with rejuvenating yoga sessions or indulge in the delectable dining scene, offering a specialty menu and nourishing experiences for mind and body.
Holidays at Taughannock
The Inn at Taughannock Falls is always delighted to welcome you and your family for holiday celebrations. Throughout the year this elegant and warm space hosts a variety of holiday celebrations including Easter and Mother's Day brunches and our most popular dining experience of all, our Thanksgiving Day Dinner Service. Each holiday features uniquely crafted menus with seasonal favorites and special touches. Many of these celebrations feature custom items for children. Our staff welcomes you with open arms, and invites you to book with us today.
Mother's Day Brunch
Mother's Day Brunch offers the most picturesque setting for celebrating the special person in your life who has cared for you and helped you chart your course. Our menu is crafted with sweetness and charm, and features dishes selected for their hints of home and memory. The estate is alive in May, and you should plan to spend time together on the deck overlooking Cayuga Lake, or in the garden among the fire features and flower beds. Enjoy a mimosa, take a picture, or just enjoy time together. Brunch will be held from 11AM-2PM on May 10th, 2026. We encourage you to call for bookings and instructions.
Commencement Weekend
Commencement weekend is an especially important and vital event, with students stepping out into the world and on to their next adventures. The Inn at Taughannock Falls is pleased to offer specialty dining menus on the weekends of Ithaca College and Cornell University commencement ceremonies. Additionally, the Enchantment Garden hosts a large-scale celebration opportunity during Cornell Graduation weekend for large parties or groups looking to celebrate together.
Ithaca College & Cornell University Restaurant Experience
The Inn Restaurant sets a radiant stage for celebrations and the making of forever memories. Housed in a Gilded Age era style mansion, this stunning restaurant offers 180 degree window views of Cayuga Lake, Taughannock Falls State Park, and the Finger Lakes Wine vistas beyond. Each commencement season we offer reservations for our prix fixe menu experience which combines decadent, multi-course menus with fresh and fun ingredients specially sourced for Ithaca College and Cornell University graduation weekends. We encourage guests to inquire with our front desk team for full details.
Cornell University Garden Experience
The Enchantment Garden opens it's doors for Cornell Commencement Weekend like no other venue in the area. This beautiful acre garden will feature extravagant dinner and brunch buffets in it's majestic Sailcloth tented main patio, while other intimate spaces in the garden offer beautiful backdrops of Cayuga Lake and the surrounding valley for photos and gathering. Our multiple fire features, including our two-story outdoor fireplace, offer cozy seating areas for groups to relax before or after dining. We look forward to hosting your families and graduates!
Independence Day Party
The Inn at Taughannock Falls is delighted to be bringing back it's famous Independence Day celebration for 2026! While many of the details are still being dreamed and hoped about - we will update this page when we begin to have final information! Thank you to everyone that celebrated with us in 2025! We will see you next year!
Tuesdays @ Taughannock
We're delighted to announce "Tuesdays @ Taughannock" will begin it's fourth season on June 2, 2026 with another exciting live music line-up. Join us in the Enchantment Garden to grab a burger and beer (or Finger Lakes Wine) for $20.00. Our acre garden is wired with cutting-edge lighting and sound systems and multiple outdoor fire features, making it the perfect summer hangout spot for casual dining and socializing with friends.