Leisure and Travel Blog

While members of the LGBTQ+ community are celebrated all year long in Rochester, July is a particularly special time as the Rochester community hosts a range of Pride events. We hope that you enjoy the many events and activities planned during this

Although open all year round, summertime brings out the best in the City of Rochester Public Market. A welcomed treat for all your senses, the city-run market is bursting with incredible homegrown seasonal flavors, buzzing with excitement between

Fireworks, Parades, & More Sparks will fly across Rochester this Independence Day. This is a list of Fourth of July celebrations taking place in Rochester, NY and the Finger Lakes. No matter what corner of the region you are visiting, you will find

The Rochester Museum & Science Center has so many great offerings to help your family make the most of the summer, including the Cumming Nature Center! From guided hikes to book clubs, to summer camp and citizen science projects, you can find

The first Friday of June is declared National Doughnut Day, a “holiday” with roots dating back to World War I. This year, taking place on June 4, the day is devoted to the soft, sweet and sometimes sticky allure of the delicious doughnut. Home to a

Satisfy both your appetite and your taste for adventure this summer by embarking on a food-fueled road trip along the Upstate Eats Trail. The Upstate Eats Trail is a delicious journey connecting travelers to the iconic regional cuisine found only

Photo of Wickham Farms from Instagram user @karismatic_kim While this year’s calendar looks a bit different than years past, we still have many events and activities that you can safely enjoy this summer. This list is being updated as announcements

Rochester, NY is filled with fun activities that will have you out exploring this summer. Check out this list of 30 things to do and to add to your summer bucket list. 1. Take A Cruise On The Erie Canal Colonial Belle + Sam Patch Tour Boat 2. Hike

Photo: Montanus Photography Plan a road trip to Rochester, NY this summer and you’ll have the whole family asking, “are we there yet??” With over 75 family attractions within a one-hour drive of the city limits and a destination filled with great

New York is the second-largest apple producing state in the country with a booming hard cider industry. Crisp, tart, oaky, sweet, or dry--you’ll find a style of hard cider to suit your tastes right here in Rochester. This is a list of hard cideries