As temperatures drop and snowflakes swirl in the air, thoughts turn to hot chocolate, holiday shopping and ice skating. Thankfully, the Roc Holiday Village is back for its fifth year, bringing all that holiday magic, fun, and more to the Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Park at Manhattan Square…
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Black-Owned is Good for Rochester. From wine bars, bakeries, revolutionary coffee-brands to trendy restaurants – there are many Black-owned businesses that serve the Rochester community, and many great opportunities to support Black entrepreneurship. Check out this roundup of some of the…
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Photo Credit: Renée Veniskey It will be 3 minutes and 38 seconds unlike you’ve ever experienced before, or will again. The Great North American Solar Eclipse is happening April 8, 2024, and Rochester, NY is in the path of totality. At 3:20pm that day in Rochester, the world will be light, and…
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Rochester is a golfing destination goldmine for everyone from the beginner to the professional golfer—in fact, its courses are so renowned that the city is hosting the PGA Championship again in May 2023! From the Rochester Golf Trail to our special “Stay & Play” packages, there are several reasons…
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Rochester is simply overflowing with places to dine, drink, and play. Whether you’re looking for an elegant dining experience, classic cuisine paired with craft cocktails, or a fun, light-hearted atmosphere, a date night is in your future at these local favorites. Upscale Dining Black & Blue Black…
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Whether you’re looking for a casual, trendy spot to grab a bite to eat with the family, or an upscale brunch experience, there are breakfast options for everyone in Rochester! Brown Hound Downtown Located inside of the Rochester Memorial Art Gallery, Brown Hound is the perfect place to spend a…
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Many of us will agree that the holiday season doesn’t start until lights are shining around town, and thankfully Rochester has been gearing up and is ready to begin celebrating! For a complete list of holiday happenings in Rochester, check out our Guide to 2022 Holiday Events blog. Soon enough…
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There are seemingly endless places to explore in Rochester, but that doesn’t have to mean breaking the bank. Check out this list of free things to do around Monroe County and start planning your next excursion! Nature & The Outdoors Sunken Garden, Highland Park The Sunken Garden of Highland Park…
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From ales and IPAs to stouts and sours, Rochester, NY loves beer. And we have a bunch of awesome breweries to help quench that thirst. But don’t just take our word for it. Matador Network called Rochester the “best city for beer in the northeast” and Smarter Asset ranked us on the list for best…
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Rochester is a great place for people to find nature intermingled within and near the city. With tons of hiking, biking, beautiful outdoor scenery, and parks, Rochester has no shortage of adventure in and around the area. Check out all the outdoor experiences you can have close by! Hiking Although…
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