# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Chapman Days
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 21 Aug, 2026 at 09:00 am – Sun, 23 Aug, 2026 at 04:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Step back in time where the Indian River meets our streets!
Join us for Chapman Days, as we celebrate the resilient spirit of Theresa-from the roar of the High Falls that powered our early mills to the birthplace of world-renowned inventor and entrepreneur, W.D. Chapman; internationally famous for his Chapman lures!
Nostalgic Theresa will be on full display with hometown fun all weekend long!
**Want to learn about the history of Chapman and his historic building? Stop by Snacks in a Cup on Friday, Saturday or Sunday morning at 10 am for a quick tour and chat about one of Theresa's most iconic figures! 😉

EVENT DAYS! LOCATIONS! TIMES!

*FRIDAY, AUGUST 21st*
—COMMUNITY YARD SALES begin at 9 am
—THERESA YOUTH COMMISSION KIDS’ ONLINE FISHING DERBY begins! 
All you have to do to enter is be 15 years old or younger, go fishing, catch a fish and snap a pic of your awesome catch. Then post it in the comment section of the Theresa Youth Commission’s facebook page that refers to the kids online derby. Good luck and tight lines! 🎣 🐠 

DOWNTOWN      5-9pm
—Block Party featuring Hot Kogan!🎶 Sponsored by Bacon’s Tavern!
Bring your dancing shoes!🎶 💃 🕺 

*SATURDAY, AUGUST 22nd*
—Community Yard Sales Continue 🪧 

DOWNTOWN     10-4pm
—CRAFT MARKET at Jenn’s Gifts on Main St. (Over 20 vendors) including James Pond’s food truck, The Dirty Banana and local young entrepreneur favorite, Jax Snax!
—CLASSIC CAR SHOW sponsored by Checkered Flag Auto on Upper Main St. 
—CHAPMAN ERA LOOK ALIKE CONTEST begins at Snacks in a Cup (Formerly Jezi’s) on Commercial St. Every participant gets a FREE FRUIT WATER DRINK!
*Awards and Prizes*😉
—SOAP BOX DERBY sponsored by Ludlow Racing at 3pm on 🚗 Commercial St. Check out our FB page for rules and participant waiver. Pre-Registration, $15; Day of, $20. Waivers can be dropped off at The Snacks in a Cup on Commercial St.
*Awards and Prizes*😉

THERESA RECREATION CENTER 11-3
—PETTING ZOO sponsored by The Passing Wasp Farm for our animal lovers!!🐐 
—ICE CREAM SOCIAL, Family GAMES, DUNKING BOOTH, Chalk Drawings  Fun and More…brought to you by the Theresa Progress Group and the Theresa Youth Commission 🍦⚽️ 🎶 
—KIDS’ ONLINE FISHING DERBY  *Winners Announced* during our event at the Theresa Memorial Park and Playground — we will draw 3 names to win a $25 gift card! 🎣 

THERESA FIREHALL   11-1 pm
—CHICKEN BBQ $15 - until gone! 🍗  
by the Theresa Volunteer Fire Department
—CHECK OUT the FIRE TRUCKS AND LEARN ABOUT FIRE SAFETY
🚒  🚒  🚒 

CHAPMAN BOAT LAUNCH ON THE RIVER (Mill St.)    7pm
—FIDDLERS at the Summer House
🎶 🎻🎻🎶
—The Radioactive Quacken GLOW in the DARK RUBBER DUCK RACE at DUSK!
Sponsored by The Wandering Kayak! Register at The Lighthousein Theresa on Commercial; The Theresa Free Library on Main; or The Snacks in a Cup on Commercial St!
*Awards and Prizes*😉

*SUNDAY, AUGUST 23rd*
—COMMUNITY YARD SALES— last day

DOWNTOWN      10-4pm
—CRAFT MARKET at Jenn’s Gifts on Main St.
—GEL BALL FUN ( games like paint ball, but without the pain, stains and mess) Sponsored by Gel Ball Fun and Cook’s Plumbing, Heating and Hardware! 10-3pm at 205 Commercial St., Jeff’s Lot. Tons of fun and Prizes to be won!!😉
—CHALK the WALK EVENT (pick up chalk and goodie bags at Jenn’s Gifts on Main or the Lighthouse on Commercial St. and decorate the town!
—FROG HOPPING CONTEST at Hey Bob’s on Main St. at 1pm!  Register your Froggy at noon day of!🐸 
*Awards and Prizes*😉
—CHAPMAN ERA LOOK ALIKE CONTEST continues at Snacks in a Cup (Formerly Jezi’s) on Commercial…Winners announced at 2pm!
—CAR SHOW and LOUD EXHAUST CONTEST sponsored by Checkered Flag Auto on upper Main St. 1:30-3:30 🚙 
*Awards and Prizes*😉

Thank you for spending your weekend with us!! 
We truly appreciate the community love and support!! 
Huge shout out to all of our sponsors, organizers and to LaFave, White & McGivern for their generous donation of $250! And to our awesome Village and Town workers and Leaders!! Our local advertisers; Better Farm Radio at  88.5; Froggy 97; Tunes 92.5; Channel 7 News; The Watertown Daily Times; and to all those that shared and promoted this amazing event!❤️🥰
Need more info, please call 315-778-4939
See you next year!😉
Sincerely,
~Greater Indian River Coalition~
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/theresa/chapman-days/200030124081804
- **Event Categories**: car-shows, contests, kids, business, sports, parties, trips-adventures, entertainment
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 262

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Theresa
- **state**: NY
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Theresa, New York
- **lat**: 44.2175
- **long**: -75.80636
- **full address**: Theresa, New York, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Chapman Days being held?
  - **A:** Chapman Days takes place on Fri, 21 Aug, 2026 at 09:00 am to Sun, 23 Aug, 2026 at 04:00 pm at Theresa, New York, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Chapman Days?
  - **A:** Chapman Days is organized by Greater Indian River Coalition.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Chapman Days is ideal for car enthusiasts, auto fans, and anyone passionate about classic, exotic, or custom vehicles. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Theresa, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 260+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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