Rochester, NY is filled with fun activities that will have you out exploring this summer. Check out this list of things to do and to add to your summer bucket list. 1. TAKE A CRUISE ON THE ERIE CANAL OR THE GENESEE RIVER Colonial Belle | Sam Patch Tour Boat | The Riverie 2. HIKE A NATURE TRAIL…
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The CGI Rochester International Jazz Festival (RIJF) returns for its 20th Edition June 23 to July 1, 2023. With nine days filled with amazing music, we've pulled together a guide with the must-knows for getting around Rochester's top music event. Music + More Did you know? RIJF is presented in…
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The 2023 Rochester Cocktail Revival, New York State's only weeklong festival celebrating craft cocktail culture, is back for its tenth year. Rochester boasts a booming scene of cocktail bars and top-tier mixology talent. Each year, 20+ cocktail bars in the downtown area take part in RCR, showcasing…
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Summer brings out the best Rochester, NY has to offer. With picture perfect weather and festival season in full swing, there’s plenty to do around Rochester this June! We've pulled together the following list of just some of the limitless activities and events you won't want to miss when you…
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Rochester, NY is known for its active festival scene, all year round. Here, there's something for everyone: food trucks, local art, live music, and more. Jump start your first visit to a Rochester festival by assessing these options below: Rochester Lilac Festival | May 12-21, 2023 The largest free…
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Celebrate the spring season with festivals and events that take advantage of all the beauty, culture, and fun that Rochester and the Finger Lakes regions have to offer. We've pulled together the following list of top events and activities you don't want to miss when you #VisitROC this May. Windows-…
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Photo: The Spa at Woodcliff No matter how you plan to celebrate this year, be sure to check out the following round up of Mother's Day activities that will be sure to make for a special day for that special someone in your life. MOTHER'S DAY ACTIVITIES & GIFT IDEAS Rochester Lilac Festival Spend…
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The Rochester Lilac Festival is the largest free festival of its kind in North America. The more than 500,000 visitors who attend the festival each year not only get to experience over 500 varieties of lilacs and all the natural beauty of Highland Park, but also live music, incredible food, drinks…
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There are limitless ways to enjoy your visit in Rochester, NY for the PGA Championship. Read on for our list of things to do during your stay and start adding these activities to your trip itinerary. 1. Go out to Eat Refuel after a day on the course at one of our mouth-watering local restaurants…
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Rochester-based breweries won big at the 2023 New York State Craft Beer Competition. Genesee Brew House, who took home three awards throughout the evening received the Governor’s Excelsior Cup, the award that honors the best in show, for their Helles beer. They also won best traditional light…
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