Chautauqua Institution 150th Anniversary Season

The 2024 Chautauqua Institution season runs from June 22 to August 25.

Chautauqua Institution is your one-stop, vacation-experience destination. And this summer, we're celebrating our 150th anniversary season! Looking for a concert in a one-of-a-kind, open-air amphitheater? We have dozens of shows, all summer long, and this year's lineup is more spectacular than ever in honor of our milestone year.

Seeking to enjoy a signature cocktail or tasty bite with a view of Chautauqua Lake? The porch at the Athenaeum Hotel or the lakeside bar at 3 Taps is ready to greet you with unmatched ambiance and service, ensuring your celebration of our 150th year is truly special. Want to take a class in wine tasting, ceramics, or photography? We offer those experiences and many more, combining our rich history with modern interests to make your visit unforgettable. In addition to our exciting entertainment and hands-on activities, we also present world-class speakers, preachers, and artists to inspire and enlighten you.

For those seeking athletic pursuits, Chautauqua boasts highly-rated golf, tennis, pickleball, and sailing facilities. And, of course, our picturesque lakeside National Historic District campus features lush gardens, inviting green spaces, and expressions of every era of American architecture dating to the late 1800s providing a backdrop like no other.

Join us during our nine-week summer season of artistic, educational, interfaith, and recreational programming, made even more special by the celebration of our 150th anniversary. Or plan a visit during our quieter — but still stunning — spring, fall, and winter seasons. Come see why Chautauqua was and continues to be a cherished destination for generations of travelers.