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Cheers to this news—Rochester has been named one of the top cities for beer in the country! In…
Civil Rights
Rochester stands as an American beacon on several fronts, but one as noteworthy as its African…
Family Vacation
Rochester rolls out the red carpet for families! We have an incredible amount of family-friendly…
Gardens
With a moniker of the “Flower City,” Rochester has an international reputation for…
Holiday
Discover a winter wonderland in Rochester, NY! With an incredible amount of holiday activities to…
Rochester Reunions
Rochester is the perfect backdrop for you next reunion—family, school, fraternal, and many…
Romantic Getaway
Grab that special someone for a romantic weekend in Rochester, NY! For couples looking for a little…
Shopping
From small boutiques to major malls, the shopping scene in Rochester has it all. Small town…
Wine & Dine
Like the city that surrounds it, the food and drink scene in Rochester, NY is in the midst of a…
Women's Rights
Visit Rochester and arrive where women’s rights took off! Rochester and the Finger Lakes are…
Rochester Blog
Discover Rochester, NY in the Finger Lakes vacation region. Explore Rochester's wide ranging culinary scene, festivals, shopping, family friendly attractions, comfortable hotels and more. You are sure to find something to love!
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Check out this roundup of special events and activities happening in the area. Festive Fun GLASS ORNAMENT FEAST November 4 - January 6 | Corning Museum of Glass SWEET CREATIONS GINGERBREAD HOUSE DISPLAY November 9 - January 5 | George Eastman Museum HOLIDAY MARKET & PREPARING FOR WINTER…
Guide To 2024 Holiday Events in Rochester, NY
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Events in Rochester
Rochester is known as "Festival City", with festivals almost every weekend from late spring through the fall. Plus, every day there is something to do - from performing arts to museum exhibits to musical recitals - and family fun!
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The third largest metro in New York State is easy to get to and even easier to get around. Rochester is the gateway to the Finger Lakes, located on the southern shore of Lake Ontario, and is within a day’s drive of one-third of the U.S. population.
Rochester Stories
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