Events

So much to do...! 

Rochester is known as "Festival City," with festivals almost every weekend from late spring through the fall.  Plus, everyday there is something to do-from performing arts to museum exhibits to musical recitals-and of course, if it's Rochester-there's plenty of PLAY! Be sure to check the calendar for daily activities.

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06/28/2009 - 07/04/2009

Featured Events

City of Rochester July 4th fireworks and 175th Fanfare

  • Date(s): 07/04/2009 - 07/04/2009
  • Times: 10 PM to 10:30 PM
  • Location: Downtown
  • Phone: (585) 428-5990

Join Mayor Robert J. Duffy, Conductor Jeff Tyzik and the Rochester Philharmonic POPS orechestr, as Rochester pays an unforgettable tribute to this favorite American holiday and the city's 175th birthday.

Ongoing Events

Live Music

  • Date(s): 08/28/2008 - 12/31/2009
  • Recurring weekly on Thursday
  • Times: 8pm-11pm
  • Location: 175 N. Water St
  • Contact: Ted
  • Phone: 232-6090
  • Admission: Free

Check our web site or call 232.6090 to find out who's playing.

Artisan Works features the Evolution of Ross Rider’s Wooden Model A Ford

  • Date(s): 11/07/2008 - 01/01/2010
  • Recurring weekly on Sunday, Friday, Saturday
  • Times: Friday and Saturday, 11am - 6pm; Sunday 12pm-5pm
  • Location: Artisan Works, 565 Blossom Rd. Ste L
  • Contact: Victoria Benz, Executive Director
  • Phone: (585) 288-7170
  • Admission: $12 Adults, $8 Students and Seniors, members free

For over a decade, Artisan Works resident woodworker Ross Rider has masterfully engineered and carved sculptures that immortalize everyday objects. Rider’s sculptural tributes compare the intricate architecture of the carved work to the industrially manufactured. His latest project, a Model A Ford, is situated at the “Highway Entrance” of the building, next to the real truck. Viewers can observe Mr. Rider diligently sanding and installing wooden nuts, bolts, and automotive parts during public hours. Exhibit is ongoing; projected completion in 2010.

Horizons Restaurant Fabulous Sunday Brunch

  • Date(s): 01/04/2009 - 12/27/2009
  • Recurring weekly on Sunday
  • Times: 11:30am - 2:00pm
  • Location: Woodcliff Hotel & Spa - 199 Woodcliff Drive
  • Contact: Richard Reynolds
  • Phone: (585) 248-4818
  • Admission: None

Horizons Restaurant Fabulous Sunday Brunch features music of pianist Bill Slater.

First and Last: Arts and Crafts

  • Date(s): 04/03/2009(No End Date)
  • Recurring monthly on the 1st Friday
  • Times: The first and last weekend of every month; Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 5pm to 10pm.
  • Location: Spot Coffee, 200 East Avenue
  • Contact: Becky Krenzer
  • Admission: free

Come experience handmade art and crafts by local artists and artisans, the first and last weekend of every month at Spot Coffee. Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 5pm to 10pm. Each weekend provides a substantial assortment of crafts including art on paper, handcrafted purses and accessories, jewelry, ceramics, clothing, and the list goes on.

American Heritage Tour

  • Date(s): 04/14/2009 - 12/31/2009
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: 11 AM
  • Location: Washington Square Park
  • Contact: Vessy Jivkova
  • Phone: (585) 461-8336
  • Admission: $15;$12 for persons over 55 and students

Walking tour of historic Rochester. On the map of the tour are Frederick Douglass' Office, Civil War Memorial, marker of first film negative, mansions of George Eastman and telegraph tycoon, Hiram Sibley, Susan B Anthony, sites associated with Bogart's family, Ingrid Bergman and Cab Calloway.

Freedom Trail Tour

  • Date(s): 04/14/2009 - 12/31/2009
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: 10AM
  • Location: Washington Square
  • Contact: Vessy Jivkova
  • Phone: (585) 461-8336
  • Admission: $15;$12 for persons over 55 and students

Walking tour with local tour guide and costume performer Vessy Jivkova. In the footsteps of Frederick Douglass - famous abolitionist and US minister; Harriet Jacobs - author of "Incidents of a Life of a Slave Girl"; Anna Douglass and Helen Pitts Douglass - spouses of the famed journalist; Austin Steward - author of "22 Years Slave, 40 Years Free Man"; Hester Jeffry - African Women's organizer and Mechanics Institute student, and entertainer Cab Calloway.

"Wild Ocean" Giant-Screen Film

  • Date(s): 04/17/2009 - 09/27/2009
  • Recurring weekly on Sunday, Friday, Saturday
  • Times: See show times at www.rmsc.org
  • Location: RMSC Strasenburgh Planetarium, 657 East Ave.
  • Contact: Debra Jacobson
  • Phone: (585) 697-1944
  • Admission: $10 adults, $9 seniors/college students, $8 ages 3–18

Witness the unbelievable feeding frenzy that takes place each year as billions of sardines migrate up the KwaZulu-Natal Coast of South Africa. Experience spectacular breaching whales, feeding sharks, diving sea birds and more, up close on the giant screen.

"Eyes on Earth" Exhibition

  • Date(s): 05/02/2009 - 09/07/2009
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: 9am–5pm weekdays and Saturdays. 11am–5pm Sundays and holidays
  • Location: Rochester Museum & Science Center, 657 East Avenue
  • Contact: Debra Jacobson
  • Phone: (585) 697-1944
  • Admission: $10 adults, $9 seniors/college students, $8 ages 3–18

The satellites of NASA's Earth Observing System (EOS) constantly scan our planet to gather information for scientists. Discover what EOS satellites are watching and how they do it in this fun, hands-on exhibition.

Guided Walking Tours of Mount Hope Cemetery

  • Date(s): 05/02/2009 - 10/31/2009
  • Recurring weekly on Sunday, Saturday
  • Times: Saturdays at 1pm. Sundays at 2pm and 2:30pm
  • Location: Mount Hope Cemetery, 791 Mt. Hope Avenue
  • Contact: Friends of Mount Hope
  • Phone: (585) 461-3494
  • Admission: Free

Take a guided tour of America's first municipal Victorian cemetery. Visit the graves of celebrated Rochester history-makers Susan B. Anthony, Frederick Douglass, and others. Find out about Mount Hope's geology, horticulture, art, sculpture, and more in a two-hour walking tour. Return to the cemetery gatehouse for lemonade and cookies!

Maira Kalman: The Elements of Style

  • Date(s): 05/02/2009 - 08/02/2009
  • Recurring weekly on Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
  • Times: Museum Hours
  • Location: Memorial Art Gallery
  • Phone: (585) 276-8900
  • Admission: Museum Admission

Don't miss the opening of this exhibition that features more than 50 original illustrations for a new edition of the classic writer's handbook. Donate your used copy of The Elements of Style to the Memorial Art Gallery and receive free admission to the exhibition.

Favorites from the Contemporary Glass Collection Exhibition

  • Date(s): 05/11/2009 - 01/01/2010
  • Recurring every week day
  • Times: 9am - 5pm Daily (Summer extended hours 9am-8pm 5/22/09 - 9/7/09)
  • Location: Corning Museum of Glass, One Museum Way
  • Contact: Corning Museum of Glass
  • Phone: (800) 732-6845
  • Admission: . Included in Museum admission; $12.50 for adults, kids and teens 19 and under are free.

Changing Exhibitions Gallery Discover (or rediscover!) some of our most popular contemporary works. Evening Dress with Shawl by Karen LaMonte, Red Pyramid by Stanislav Libenský and Jaroslava Brychtová, and Untitled (White) by Josiah McElheny are just a few of the favorites from the Contemporary Glass Collection highlighted in this special exhibition.

"Masters of Studio Glass: Richard Craig Meitner" Exhibition

  • Date(s): 05/12/2009 - 10/18/2009
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: 9am - 5pm daily (Summer Extended Hours 9am till 8pm 5/22/09 - 9/7/09)
  • Location: Corning Museum of Glass, One Museum Way
  • Contact: Corning Museum of Glass
  • Phone: (800) 732-6845
  • Admission: Included in Museum admission; $12.50 for adults, kids and teens 19 and under are free.

West Bridge The intellectual, poetic, and always changing work of the American artist Richard Craig Meitner reflects a variety of influences and ideas, from Japanese textiles and Italian painting and applied arts to science and the natural world. The varied glass surfaces of his quixotic objects often incorporate assorted materials such as rust, enamel, bronze, tile, paint, and print. Meitner revels in unusual juxtapositions of forms and ideas, and in the intersections between art and science.

Twilight Tours of Mount Hope Cemetery

  • Date(s): 05/14/2009 - 08/06/2009
  • Recurring weekly on Thursday
  • Times: 7pm
  • Location: Mount Hope Cemetery, 791 Mt. Hope Ave.
  • Contact: Friends of Mount Hope
  • Phone: (585) 461-3494
  • Admission: $4

Take a guided walking tour of historic Mount Hope Cemetery at a particularly beautiful time of day. Hear fascinating stories of famous and infamous Rochesterians, and learn how Victorian attitudes toward life and death are reflected in the art and sculpture of 19th century gravestones. Tours last approximately 90 minutes, followed by lemonade and cookies at the cemetery gatehouse.

Voices of Contemporary Glass: The Heineman Collection" Exhibition

  • Date(s): 05/16/2009 - 01/03/2010
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: 9am - 5pm Daily (Summer Extended Hours 9ma till 8pm 5/22 - 9/7)
  • Location: Corning Museum of Glass, One Museum Way
  • Contact: Corning Museum of Glass
  • Phone: (800) 732-6845
  • Admission: Included in Museum admission; $12.50 for adults, kids and teens 19 and under are free.

Changing Exhibitions Gallery Explore international studio glass through the Heineman collection, which showcases more than 240 important works by 87 international artists, including Dale Chihuly, Stanislav Libensky and Jaroslava Brychtová, Harvey K. Littleton, Klaus Moje, and Toots Zynsky. The exhibition focuses on the “voices” of individual artists.

"Heart Stampin,' Crucible Bustin,' Pipebendin': Inside Studio Glass" Exhibit

  • Date(s): 05/18/2009 - 10/16/2009
  • Recurring weekly on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
  • Times: 9am - 5pm Monday - Friday
  • Location: Corning Museum of Glass, One Museum Way
  • Contact: Corning Museum of Glass
  • Phone: (800) 732-6845
  • Admission: Free

Rakow Research Library Enjoy a display of posters, photographs, drawings, and ephemera from the Studio Glass movement. See photographs of the 1962 Toledo Workshop and the University of Wisconsin/Madison 1964 workshop, both important events in launching the Studio Glass movement. Also on view are design drawings by Dale Chihuly and Stanislav Libenský, a number of artists’ works on paper, posters from American studio glass conferences, and more.

Not a Cornfield

  • Date(s): 05/30/2009 - 07/12/2009
  • Recurring weekly on Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
  • Times: All day
  • Location: George Eastman House 900 East Ave
  • Phone: (585) 271-3361
  • Admission: $10 for adults; $8 for senior citizens (60 and older); $6 for students; $4 for children (5-12); and free for children 4 and under and museum members

A photography and video installation capturing the transformation of a 32-acre brownfield in the historic center of Los Angeles into a cornfield for one agricultural cycle between May 2005 and May 2006. This project — which involved 1,500 truckloads of clean dirt and 1 million corn seeds — was created by artist Lauren Bon to bring forth questions surrounding the nature of urban public spaces and convey redemption and hope. The artwork was a visually stunning environmental action and a relational initiative that generated a social and cultural hub. It was also an experiment in project-based philanthropy that irrigated the future site of a new state park. The exhibition is a product of the Metabolic Studio, a direct charitable activity of the Annenberg Foundation.

Videotopia

  • Date(s): 05/30/2009 - 11/01/2009
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: Museum Hours
  • Location: Strong National Museum of Play
  • Phone: (585) 263-2700
  • Admission: $10 adults, $9 seniors, $8 children (2-15), Members and children under 2 free.

Grab a joystick and jump right into the action at a completely hands-on exhibit that lets you relive the thrillof playing the very first arcade video games whie exploring their art, science, and history. This international tour exhibit--the largest and most comprehensive of its type--features more than 100 restored and new arcade video games--from Pac-Man to Donkey Kong to Space Invaders and Tetris. Produced by teh Electronics Conservancy, Inc. Strong National Musuem of Play.

From Bloomers to Bikinis

  • Date(s): 06/02/2009 - 09/06/2009
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: Mon-Sat: 9-5 Sun 10-5
  • Location: Glenn H. Curtiss Museum
  • Phone: (607) 569-2160
  • Admission: $7.50 Adults/ $6 Seniors/ $4.50 (ages 7-18)/ Children under 6 free.

Men's and women's bathing suits spanning the Victorian and Edwardian Era to the mod swinging Seventies.  The exhibit features over 30 suits and a wide variety of accessories in styles representing the first eighty years of the 20th century. Highlights include a few suits made popular by celebrities such as silent film starlet Annette Kellerman, Dorothy Lamour, Bridget Bardot, and the legendary Marilyn Monroe. The exhibit is from the collection of Lorraine Loomis-Konig.

Concerts by the Shore

  • Date(s): 06/03/2009 - 08/26/2009
  • Recurring weekly on Wednesday
  • Times: 7-9 PM
  • Location: Ontario Beach Park, Lake and Beach Avenues
  • Phone: (585) 865-3320
  • Admission: Free

All ages will enjoy these free evening concerts along with the cool breezes off Lake Ontario. Co-Sponsored by Wegmans and the Ontario Beach Program Committee.

Foodlink Farmers' Market

  • Date(s): 06/10/2009 - 09/30/2009
  • Recurring weekly on Wednesday
  • Times: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Location: Washington Square Park, 181 South Clinton Avenue along St. Marys Place in downtown Rochester
  • Contact: Heather M. Knauf
  • Phone: (585) 328-3380
  • Admission: Free

Every Wednesday, begining June 10th, until September 30th, 2009. Come enjoy fresh, local produce and goods featuring fruits, greens, vegetables, honey, baked goods, nuts, flowers, and more! New this year, hot vended foods from Freshwise Kitchen and live music every week! We accept WIC and EBT. Please contact Foodlink with any questions.

Nature as Artifice: New Dutch Landscape in Photography and Video Art

  • Date(s): 06/14/2009 - 08/16/2009
  • Recurring weekly on Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
  • Times: Museum Hours
  • Location: George Eastman House 900 East Ave
  • Phone: (585) 271-3361
  • Admission: $10 for adults; $8 for senior citizens (60 and older); $6 for students; $4 for children (5-12); and free for children 4 and under and museum members

Nature as Artifice: New Dutch Landscape in Photography and Video Art evokes an immediate mental picture of the idyllic agrarian landscape rooted in the tradition of Dutch landscape painting, but today the Netherlands is known for its planned, manipulated landscape and nature. Since the end of the 1980s, a number of Dutch photographers and filmmakers have been taking exactly this artificial character of the Dutch landscape and nature as their point of departure. This exhibition, curated by Maartje van den Heuvel, presents work by several contemporary photographers. Nature as Artifice is made possible through generous support from the Mondriaan Foundation.

New Topographics: Photographs of a Man-altered Landscape

  • Date(s): 06/14/2009 - 09/27/2009
  • Recurring weekly on Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
  • Times: Museum Hours
  • Location: George Eastman House 900 East Ave
  • Phone: (585) 271-3361
  • Admission: $10 for adults; $8 for senior citizens (60 and older); $6 for students; $4 for children (5-12); and free for children 4 and under and museum members

The exhibit, first presented in 1975 at George Eastman House, signaled the emergence of a new approach to landscape photography. As evidence of its influence, it is considered the second most-cited photography exhibition in history. A new version of this seminal exhibition, organized for international tour with the Center for Creative Photography at the University of Arizona, will re-examine more than 100 works from the 1975 show, as well as some 30 prints and books by other relevant artists to provide additional historical and contemporary context.

6x6x2009

  • Date(s): 06/18/2009 - 07/12/2009
  • Recurring weekly on Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
  • Times: 1-5 pm
  • Location: Rochester Contemporary Art Center 137 East Avenue Rochester NY 14604
  • Contact: Rochester contemporary Art Center
  • Phone: (585) 461-2222
  • Admission: $1

6x6x2009 Don't miss the visual art event of the summer! Over 3,050 original works of art are on sale right now, all $20 each! These artworks have been submitted to Rochester Contemporary Art Center from all over the world including 17 countries, 36 states, and 4 species! come visit us at Rochester Contemporary Art Center for the exhibition of the season! All sales benefit the programming and operations of Rochester Contemporary Art Center.

Jackson Square Concerts "Friday Night In The Square"

  • Date(s): 06/19/2009 - 08/28/2009
  • Recurring weekly on Friday
  • Times: 7-9 pm
  • Location: Alleyways Off Jackson & Center Streets, Downtown Batavia
  • Phone: (585) 344-0900
  • Admission: Free

Jackson Square Concert Series, "Friday Night In The Square", starting June 19th - August 28th, 7-9 pm, Alleyways Off Jackson & Center Streets - Downtown Batavia. 10 Great Concerts Featuring: The Formula (Italian), Ghost Riders (Country), Craig Wilkins (Country), Sierra & Friends (Variety), Westside Blues Band (Blues), Red Creek (Classic Rock), OHMS Band (Rock), The Flying Sideburns (Rock), Penny Whiskey (Celtic/folk) and Jacks Civiletto(Singing Sinatra). Food and Refreshments Available. Bring Your Own Seating. Rain Days In Batavia City Centre (former Genesee Country Mall on Main Street) For A Schedule Vist www:downtownbataviany.com. This event is brought to you by: Batavia Business Improvement District (585-344-0900)

Downtown Batavia Public Market

  • Date(s): 06/25/2009 - 09/10/2009
  • Recurring weekly on Thursday
  • Times: 9am - 3pm
  • Location: Corner Ellicott (Rte 63) and Center Streets
  • Contact: BID Office
  • Phone: (585) 344-0900
  • Admission: FREE

Experience the Downtown Batavia Public Market, Open Every Thursday, June 25th thru September 10th. Fresh Vegetables, Fruit, Baked Goods, Specialty BBQ Sauce and Popcorn, Flowers, Crafts and lots more.

Long Ago But Not Forgotten- The War Of 1812

  • Date(s): 06/27/2009 - 07/04/2009
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Location: Genesee Country Village & Msueum
  • Contact: Lisa Buda
  • Phone: 585-538-6822 ext218
  • Admission: $15 adult $9 children under 16 Free to Unemployed with proof

The War of 1812 is recalled and honored at Genesee Country Village & Museum. A battle re-enactment and authentic encampment will highlight these perilous times in the new nation. Threatened by British expansionism, the young Republic of the United States sought to defend its borders and shores from incursion by British regulars and numerous battles were fought, most notably at New Orleans, Black Rock, near present day Buffalo, Sackets Harbor New York and Plattsburgh, New York.  Soldiers from across the state gave their lives to preserve the new nation and many are buried in cemeteries throughout the area. The entire weekend at Genesee Country Village & Museum will be devoted to the encampment, skirmishes and activities that recall those harrowing days when the United States was young. A children’s militia will be formed and kids can learn to march and handle a musket just as the veterans did. A re-enactment of the refugee retreat from Black Rock will be staged and demonstrations and activities will be held both days in the Historic Village. Experience the lifeways of early New Yorker’s through children’s games, camp cooking, and from costumed village residents and soldiers. The bicentennial of the War Of 1812 is rapidly approaching, take the family out to the country and learn about New York’s forgotten heroes. Individuals that are currently collecting unemployment benefits are encouraged to bring their families out for a visit on us. Anyone collecting benefits having either a debit card or other form of official proof of unemployment eligibility is our guest along with three of their family members. Museum restaurants will be open and admission includes the Genesee Nature Center and the John L. Wehle Art Gallery.

Summer Photo Fun Workshop for Kids

  • Date(s): 06/29/2009 - 08/28/2009
  • Recurring weekly on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
  • Times: 9 am to 1:30 pm
  • Location: George Eastman House 900 East Ave
  • Phone: Call 585-271-3361 ext. 232
  • Admission: $120 non members. $110 members. Registration is required.

Young photographers (ages 7-12) will discover their talent behind the lens with this expanded variety of week-long-photography-based camps. The camps, featuring a variety of themes and activities, run through Aug. 28. Cameras are provided.

Buffalo Bills Training Camp

  • Date(s): 07/01/2009 - 07/31/2009
  • Recurring daily
  • Location: St. John Fisher College
  • Phone: 800-441-5942 (hotline)

Check out the Bills in action! Watch the team as they get ready for the 2009 season during summer training camp.

High Falls Laser Light Show

  • Date(s): 07/02/2009 - 09/05/2009
  • Recurring weekly on Thursday, Friday, Saturday
  • Times: 10:00-10:20
  • Location: High Falls District
  • Admission: free

Laser light show focuses on historical figures such as Susan B. Anthony, and Frederick Douglass, as well as favorites in sports, music and the arts. All shows will be projected onto the wall of the Genesee River gorge.

Downtown Historical Walking Tour

  • Date(s): 07/04/2009 - 10/10/2009
  • Recurring weekly on Saturday
  • Times: 11:30 am
  • Location: TBA
  • Contact: Peter Hahn
  • Phone: 442-8299
  • Admission: $15 per person or 2 for $25

Historical walking tour of downtown Rochester. Approximately 2hours in length. Call for reservations to Peter at 585-442-8299.

Glorious 4th!

  • Date(s): 07/04/2009 - 07/04/2009
  • Times: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Location: Genesee Country Village & Museum
  • Contact: Lisa Buda
  • Phone: 585-538-6822 ext218
  • Admission: $15 adult $9 children

INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION- NEW CITIZENS SWORN IN! Festivities will last throughout the day and include; a parade, concerts, and a naturalization ceremony to welcome new citizens and picnics galore. Each year dozens of new citizens are sworn in at the Museum as a part of the celebration of freedom and nationhood. Our parade will showcase three different era's in our regions history.  Itinerant musicians and dignitaries will be on hand to help create the atmosphere of an old fashioned, traditional Independence Day Celebration. On site restaurants will be open and picnic space is available. A reading of the Declaration of Independence from the steps of the Town Hall a traditional element of the Independence Day observance will take place at 1:30p.m. Join the town’s lady base ball players in a game. See if you can hit a homerun off of “Miss Molly” and round the bases and win a victory for the “Visitors”. If you're looking to kindle the patriotic spirit in your children or grandchildren, Genesee Country Village is the place to spend the day.

Independence Day Celebration!

  • Date(s): 07/04/2009 - 07/04/2009
  • Times: 9:00 pm
  • Location: Main Street Bridge near Convention Center
  • Contact: RPO Box Office
  • Phone: (585) 454-2100
  • Admission: Free

The Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra returns home for the summer - help us kick it off with our first Independence Day celebration downtown. Principal Pops Conductor Jeff Tyzik conducts The Star-Spangled Banner, Liberty Bell March, I'm a Yankee Doodle Dandy, and other favorites! The concert starts at 9:00 pm, with fireworks at approximately 10:00 pm. Additional pre-concert musical performances TBA.

Independence Day Guied Tour

  • Date(s): 07/04/2009 - 07/05/2009
  • Recurring daily
  • Times: 11AM
  • Location: Washington Square Park. Court Street and Clinton Avenue
  • Contact: Vessy Jivkova
  • Phone: (585) 461-8336
  • Admission: $15;$12 for persons over 55 and students

Independence Day walking guided tour visits historic sites and people who created and lead to prosperity this nation. Included in the tour are Abigail Adams - President Adam's wife, suffragist President Abraham Lincoln and his association with Frederick Douglass, President Hayes' visit to Rochester and opening of the Civil War Monument, Hiram Sibley - associate of State Secretary, William Seward and T. Roosevelt FD Roosevelt's campaign marker site.

July 4th Fireworks Cruises on the Genesee River

  • Date(s): 07/04/2009 - 07/04/2009
  • Times: 8:30pm to 11pm
  • Location: Starts at Staybridge Suites on the Genesee River (Genesee St.)
  • Phone: (585) 262-5661
  • Admission: $75

A unique opportunity to watch Rochester's fireworks display from a boat on the Genesee River. Both the Sam Patch tour boat and Mary Jemison boat will offer special public cruises on the Genesee River. Passengers will literally be right under the fireworks! Both boats will feature a special menu catered by Lorraine's and an open bar. Both cruises sold out last year so call ahead!  The Mary Jemison is docked at Corn Hill Landing and offers daily lunch cruises in downtown Rochester as well as 2pm cruises, please call ahead. The Sam Patch also offers daily cruises at Schoen Place in Pittsford.

July Fourth Fireworks Cruise on the Mary Jemison and Sam Patch Boats

  • Date(s): 07/04/2009 - 07/04/2009
  • Times: 8:30 - 11 pm
  • Location: Departing from Staybridge Suites at Brooks Landing
  • Contact: Corn Hill Navigation
  • Phone: (585) 262-5661
  • Admission: $75 per person

Enjoy a spectacular view of Rochester’s July 4th downtown fireworks display from the decks of the historic Mary Jemison boat or Sam Patch packet boat. Both boats offer special 2-1/2 hour cruises on Independence Day, from 8:30-11pm, departing from the Staybridge Suites at Brooks Landing. Tickets cost $75 per person and include an open bar and All American Hors D’ouerves. For reservations please call (585) 262 – 5661 or email sampatchbooth@gmail.com or info@samandmary.org!

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