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Press Releases


News releases from Visit Rochester and our member organizations keep travel journalists informed on the latest tourism and hospitality news in Rochester.

Geva Theatre Center presents SYLVIA

The adult urban comedy by A R. Gurney begins January 10. All star cast includes Jennifer Cody, Hunter Foster, Dee Hoty and John Scherer. Geva Theatre Center presents Sylvia, an adult urban comedy with…

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Two-Story Beer Keg Tree Returns to Genesee Brewery

Limited Edition Bourbon Barrel-Aged Imperial Black IPA was Tapped as Keg Tree Shined Bright The Genesee Brewery, New York State's oldest brewery, recently resurrected and illuminated its popular beer keg tree, marking the third year for the holiday tradition…

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The Nitrate Picture Show returns to the George Eastman Museum in 2017

The 3rd Nitrate Picture Show will return tothe George Eastman Museum May 5–7, 2017 Passes for the Festival of Film Conservation on sale beginning December 12 The George Eastman Museum will present the 3rd Nitrate Picture Show this spring. The festival will be held May 5–7, 2017 at the Dryden Theatre, the George Eastman Museum’s historic venue for film exhibition in Rochester, NY…

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2016 National Toy Hall of Fame Inductees

Three new toys were inducted into the National Toy Hall of Fame at The Strong Museum in Rochester, NY last week. This annual tradition captures hearts and minds not just across Rochester, but around…

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24th ImageOut Film Festival Underway

The 24th annual ImageOut Film Festival, New York State’s largest LGBT film festival 2016 program lineup is underway, running Oct.6 to 16. Featured will be 75 films from 22 countries screened over 11…

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