Events

Oneonta World of Learning's playhouse at 167 Youngs Road, Oneonta, hosts Open Play and special events throughout the year.

Find an Owl Event

Come play with OWL! You can check out all upcoming OWL events in the calendar below. We also share events on our Facebook page and via EventBrite, so be sure to follow us there to be notified when new events are announced.

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Upcoming Events

Dig Dirt Day

June 24th, 2026

OWL is pairing up with Hartwick College and SUNY Oneonta's Archaeological Field School to present Dig Dirt Day! Tickets are required for the scheduled tours of the active archaeological dig site as the field school investigates camp sites dating from the Late Archaic period (c. 3000-1000 BCE). All other activities (of which there will be plenty!) are free and open to the public.

In addition to the Dig Dirt Day activities presented by OWL, visitors are welcomed to enjoy Pine Lake's amenities, including boating, fishing (please bring your own rod/reel), access to the game room, hiking trails, campfires and (s'mores). Restrooms and water bottle filling stations are available.

**TICKETS ARE REQUIRED FOR THE DIG SITE TOUR. All other activities are free. Donations always gladly accepted.

Click Here For Dig Dirt Day Tickets

Creative Acting Class

For Budding actors entering grades K-6

Sing, dance, imagine, explore, create and learn artful discipline

Wednesdays, 10 - 11 am: July 1 - 29

Performance: Wednesday, July 29

Instructor Karen Butler offers five 60-minute classes for 12 children, ages 5-12, with a public performance as the finale. Creative Acting Class is a useful tool for encouraging positive and complex behavior with others. Children learn to take direction, tune into their body language, and work well with others. The class will encourage empathy and spark imagination, creating strong bonds with others and thereby strengthening our relationships in the community. Ms. Butler will provide the props and equipment and will be assisted by Rachel Rissberger. The cost of the class will be $25 per student.

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Annual Events

OWL's Paintfest

Paintfest is an annual event hosted by the Oneonta World of Learning (OWL) that celebrates creativity and community engagement through art and science. Paintfest invites participants of all ages to explore their artistic talents and enjoy a day filled with painting activities, workshops, and demonstrations. Local non-profits, families, and community members come together to express themselves and foster a love for the arts in a fun, collaborative atmosphere. The event not only promotes artistic expression but also supports OWL’s mission of enhancing early childhood development through creative play and learning experiences.

Please take a look at our Paintfest Website!

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Ice cream Social

Ice Cream Social is a wonderful event that attracts people from all across the area. Children and adults have the opportunity to listen to live music, fun activities and ice cream!