LITTLE FALLS — The 35th annual Canal Celebration is set to take place Monday through Sunday, Aug. 8-14, with events scheduled throughout Little Falls. This year’s festival is in full swing with the theme, “Welcome Back!”

The week-long event represents the community’s recognition of the spirit and heritage that makes Little Falls a unique place in the Mohawk Valley.

Over the years, there have been dedicated volunteers that have helped make Canal Celebration a success. One such community member was Roger Stock who will always be remembered by for his hard work in many things such as coordinating the annual car show which returns again this year in Burke (Western) Park. Roger’s wife, Pat, was always at his side including planning this festival. Roger’s legacy lives on through his family, and Pat continues to oversee the car show and parade. This year, Canal Celebration honors the Stock family by naming Pat Stock as the 2022 Grand Marshall.

This year’s celebration introduces new features including an Eastern Park Expo on Saturday afternoon which will include a waterslide, R4K chalk obstacle course, kids activities/games with Connect Community Schools, a DJ, and a non-profit agency expo.

Also new is the Feldmeier Family Kayak Challenge and Rock City Reels hosting an outdoor movie in the park. Vintage Baseball returns to Vet’s Park as well for those who want to step back in time to enjoy the rules and attire from the early 19th century.

True to its roots, Canal Celebration will hold its annual downtown parade, and several classics return including the Freedom Run 10K & 2-mile, Sheriff Chris Farber Kids Run, huge fireworks show and community picnic, Chicks Along the Canal, Rotary golf tournament, car show, live outdoor music throughout the city, and much more.

A full event schedule will be available on the ‘Little Falls Canal Celebration’ Facebook page and online at mylittlefalls.com and littlefallsny.com with locations and times for the many programs.