As one of Rochester's favorite summer arts festivals, the Annual Corn Hill Arts Festival features over 350 original arts and craftspeople set over nine streets in the historic Corn Hill neighborhood. Visitors can stroll and shop, relax in one of two beer and wine gardens and listen to music from one of four stages. Family friendly, the Corn Hill Arts Festival features the Annual Fairy Houses Tour, the LEGO® Creations by ROCLUG Exhibit, bounce houses and more! There's also food trucks galore and all your favorite festival foods.
Here are five things you won't want to miss during the Annual Corn Hill Arts Festival this July 12 & 13, 2025.
The Artists & Emerging Artist Expo
The artists are at the heart of the Corn Hill Arts Festival! 350+ artists fall within the following categories: consumable crafts; jewelry; mixed media and other; painting, drawings, and graphics; photography; pottery and ceramics; sculpture and glass; textile, weaving, and leather; woodworking.
The Emerging Artist Expo gives up-and-coming artists the opportunity to exhibit and sell their creations. The Corn Hill Neighbors Association initiated this event to support blossoming artists and give them a “real-life” experience in a festival setting. A number of newer artists participate in this event from neighboring high schools, colleges and the community at large.
Family Festival Fun
Families will enjoy the Community & Family Fun Area located right within the food court and main stage area, with many free and low-cost activities that will provide entertainment for kids of all ages.
A major highlight of the festival is the annual Fairy House Tour—inspired by Tracy Kane’s Fairy Houses book series. The tour allows kids to explore several creatively designed, miniature fairy houses, as well as meet a real wish-granting fairy with pixie dust.
Additional family activities include:
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Bounce Houses
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Chalk Art
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Clowns
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LEGO Creations by ROCLUG
Live Music
The Corn Hill Arts Festival has a wide variety of free concerts, with 20+ performances over the weekend. Visitors are sure to find something the whole family can enjoy. Major performances at this year’s event include: Carlton Wilcox, Singing River, Jerry Falzone and Liar's Moon, and Todd East and Casino Royale!
Check out the full 2025 entertainment line-up here.
Beer & Wine Gardens
A variety of products from local breweries, wineries, distilleries, and cideries will be available for purchase in the 21+ Beer & Wine Gardens.
For more information on the Annual Corn Hill Arts Festival, visit the festival's website here. Discover other festivals you won’t want to miss in Rochester this year here. Don't forget to share your photos with us using #VisitROC and #CornHillArtsFest.
