Since 1993, Gateways Music Festival has been unwavering in its commitment to the ongoing project of equity for Black people, recognizing that this work is far from complete. Gateways challenges and disrupts the historical use of art to perpetuate racial hierarchies by celebrating and amplifying the contributions of Black classical musicians and sustaining this community of artists and its rich tradition. By providing a platform for Black classical artists, Gateways not only showcases their talent but also redefines cultural and aesthetic narratives, using art to foster a more just, inclusive world.
- April 20-26, 2025 at Various Locations
- Hotels: Hyatt Regency Rochester
- Attendees: 120
Join hundreds of college students and young adults for a weekend of passionate worship, dynamic teaching and life-changing ministry! This high energy event is one of the largest of its kind in the Northeast, drawing students from dozens of universities and churches. BASIC stands for Brothers and Sisters in Christ and is a Non-Profit Organization serving local churches to reach college students.
- April 4-6, 2025 at Hyatt Regency Rochester
- Hotels: Hyatt Regency Rochester
- Attendees: 400
Representative Assembly Convention – NYS United Teachers
New York State United Teachers (NYSUT) is made of nearly 700,000 people who work in, or are retired from, New York's schools, colleges, and healthcare facilities. They are comprised of classroom teachers, college and university faculty and professional staff, school bus drivers, custodians, secretaries, cafeteria workers, teacher assistants and aides, nurses and healthcare technicians. NYSUT is dedicated to improving not only working conditions, but also their professions. NYSUT is united in a common commitment to improve the quality of education and healthcare for the people of New York.
- April 29 – May 4, 2025 at Joseph A. Floreano Rochester Riverside Convention Center
- Hotels: Hyatt Regency Rochester, Best Western Rochester Marketplace Inn, Courtyard Rochester Downtown, DoubleTree by Hilton – Rochester, Fairfield Inn South:RIT/Business Park, Hampton Inn & Suites Rochester Downtown, Hilton Garden Inn Rochester Downtown, Holiday Inn & Suites Rochester Marketplace, Holiday Inn Express Rochester - University Area, Holiday Inn Express- Greece, Home2 Suites by Hilton Rochester, Homewood Suites by Hilton Rochester-Greece, Homewood Suites by Hilton Rochester/Henrietta, Residence Inn Rochester Henrietta, Rochester Airport Marriott, Spark by Hilton Rochester University Area, The Strathallan Hotel, a DoubleTree by Hilton
- Attendees: 2500
National Collegiate Women's Bowling Championships Regionals
The 2025 NCAA Women’s Bowling Regional Championships will be hosted at Bowl a Roll on April 2-6. The regions’ top 4 teams will compete to move onto Nationals.
- April 2-6, 2025 at Bowl a Roll
- Hotels: Fairfield Inn by Marriott Rochester Airport, DoubleTree by Hilton – Rochester
- Attendees: 200
Finger Lakes Adult Hockey Tournament
The Finger Lakes Adult Hockey Tournament is an annual event that raises funds to benefit BreakthroughT1D.org, formerly JDRF (Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation). This two-day tournament will be filled with great food, drinks, silent auctions and a 50/50 raffle. Enjoy a frosty cold adult beverage (21+), grab a meal and listen to bands though out the weekend!
- April 25-27 at Tim Horton’s Iceplex
- Hotels: Best Western Rochester Marketplace Inn, Holiday Inn Express Rochester - University Area, Rochester Airport Marriott
- Attendees: 400
NYS Wetlands Forum Annual Conference and Meeting
New York State Wetlands Forum (NYSWF) is a non-advocacy organization comprised of individuals and groups with diverse backgrounds, interests and viewpoints regarding wetlands and their science, use and management. Its purpose is to improve communication among people interested in wetlands; call attention to and objectively discuss local, statewide, regional, national and global wetland issues as they relate to New York State; improve its members' knowledge and understanding of wetlands, and make available information about wetlands to its members and the general public.
- April 21-23, 2015 at Hyatt Regency Rochester
- Hotels: Hyatt Regency Rochester
- Attendees: 300
2025 Rochester Regional Health System Flower City Challenge
Ready to race into Spring? The 2025 Rochester Regional Health System Flower City Challenge is taking place, Sunday, April 27th, in-person or virtually at Parcel 5 in Downtown Rochester. This event offers a Half Marathon (13.1 Miles) & 5K (3.1 Miles), plus a Kids 1/2 Mile. There is also a Virtual 5K and Half Marathon offering for those who can't make it on race day! Enjoy a common start/finish, and a post-race party with an Athletic Village.
- April 27, 2025 in Downtown Rochester
- Attendees: 3500
