Celebrating 25 years of service to community.

Erie Canal Celebrates 200 Years

A brief overview of events and activities in our community -

  • Town of Perinton hosts a celebration for all ages at Perinton Park - Sunday, September 28 from 1-4pm Food trucks, music, games, history of the Erie Canal & More!

  • Flotilla including the Erie Canal Boat Seneca Chief arriving from Pittsford - Sunday, September 28. At approximately 3pm the Flotilla will pass by Perinton Park!

  • Erie Canal Boat Seneca Chief public tours - Sunday, September 28 4-7pm and Monday, September 29 11am-6pm - Sponsored by Big Ditch Brewing - tastings available of their Long Haul Honey Lager.

    Activities for all ages — Seneca Chief Boat and Buffalo Maritime Center Merchandise will be available in the village.

  • Dedication of Tom Grasso Memorial Park-let and Christening of the Tom Grasso Tug Boat - Monday 29 at 11am - North bank in the village

  • Erie Canal Boat Seneca Chief departs - Tuesday, September 30 at 9am

    Boat will be docked on the North side of the canal behind the Box Factory - 6 N Main Street, Fairport, NY. Parking available throughout the village - MAP

About the Partnership

The Partnership, established in 2000, is an independent, multi-disciplinary organization of volunteers who provide an array of professional services to the Fairport/Perinton community. In 2011 the organization transitioned from being a quasi-governmental entity to private, non-profit status (501c3) with the formation of the Fairport Partnership for a Better Community and its fundraising affiliate, the Fairport Foundation. In 2016, the organization rebranded as the Fairport Perinton Partnership, reflective of the increasing activities within the Town of Perinton.

Who are the Partners in the Partnership?

The Partnership’s clients include the Fairport Perinton Merchants Association (FPMA), Fairport Municipal Commission (Fairport Electric), Town of Perinton, and Fairport Foundation. The Fairport Foundation is a separate outreach entity that contributes back to the Fairport & Perinton Community.

What Does the Partnership Do?

With four areas of focus, Design, Organization, Promotions, Economic Vitality, we actively plan for Fairport and Perinton’s future and promote its present.

Partnership Mission, vision and Values

Our Vision 

To be New York State’s premier canal town with a thriving community for residents, businesses and visitors    

Our Mission

Promote Fairport-Perinton via a network of dedicated ambassadors and passionate volunteers, furthering our deep heritage of community through events, economic development and environmental enhancement   

Our Values 

- Community Spirit - Volunteerism - Knowledge & Dependability - Local Business & Community History -

 - Open & Honest Communication - Compassion, Dignity & Respect -