Rochester Community Events

Upcoming Community Events in the Greater Rochester Area

Thank you for checking out this calendar! This calendar is populated with events that are submitted by the listing owners or events that we at Black Owned in Rochester discover.

Because we can’t share events we don’t know about, we’d love your help!

Submit events that you know of at this link here Submit an Upcoming Event and we will follow up personally with you to connect!

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  • Fairport Canal Days

    1 fairport village landing 1 Fairport Village Landing, Fairport, NY, United States

    Canal Days 2026 Fairport Canal Days has a no pet policy. Thank you. One of the most popular arts festivals in New York State, Fairport Canal Days fun starts on […]

    Free
  • Rochester Deaf Festival

    Rochester Deaf Festival

    Genesee Valley Park 8 moore road, rochester, NY, United States

    The Rochester Deaf Festival is a community-wide celebration honoring Deaf culture, American Sign Language, and Deaf pride. The event will feature live entertainment and performances, local Deaf-owned and Deaf-friendly vendors, […]

    Free

  • 4th Annual Northfield Common Creator Fest

    Northfield Common 37 Schoen Pl, Pittsford, NY, United States

    The 4th Annual Northfield Common Creators Fest takes place Saturday, June 13th from 11AM–4PM, right by the canal in Pittsford and just steps from Schoen Place. This outdoor festival brings […]

    Free

  • Sip, Stretch & Shop – Wellness Market

    20 Deep Winery 187 Mendon Ionia Rd, Honeoye Falls, NY, United States

    A full day centered around movement, fresh air, and feeling good—set right at the vineyard. The Sip, Stretch & Shop wellness market at 20 Deep Winery brings together a lineup […]

    Free

  • corn hill arts festival

    Corn Hill Arts Festival

    Corn Hill Corn Hill, Rochester, NY, United States

    2026 Festival Hours Saturday, July 11th • 10am-6pm Sunday, July 12th • 10am-5pm Join us! The Corn Hill Neighbors Association Board of Directors is pleased to announce that this year's […]

    Free

  • South Wedge Festival

    South Wedge South Ave, Rochester, United States

    The mission of South Wedge Fest is to bring the community together to celebrate the uniqueness of the South Wedge while having fun. You will have the chance to visit […]

    Free

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72 Listings

Beauty & Spa Services

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58 Listings

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14 Listings

Education & Training

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49 Listings

Event Planning & Services

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Fitness & Instruction
6 Listings

Fitness & Instruction

Rochester's fitness scene includes Black-owned trainers, gyms, and studios that are serious about results – this category is where you find them. Whether you're searching black personal trainers near me, black owned gyms near me, or fitness centers in Rochester NY, this page connects you directly to Black-owned fitness businesses serving Rochester and Monroe County. Personal training is the heart of this category. If you've been searching "personal trainer Rochester NY," "fitness trainer Rochester NY," or "personal fitness trainers Rochester NY," you'll find Black personal trainers in Rochester NY offering one-on-one coaching, group sessions, and programming built around your actual goals. Trainers here serve the broader area too like Penfield, Henrietta, Greece, Irondequoit, and Brighton, so location isn't an excuse. For gyms and fitness centers, browse Black owned gyms in Rochester that go beyond the basics, boutique studios offering strength training, boxing classes, martial arts, and group fitness in environments built by and for this community. If you've searched black owned boxing gym near me or black owned fitness classes near me, those searches belong here. Yoga, pilates, and mindful movement round out the category with Black owned yoga studios, Black pilates instructors, and Black yoga classes near me – including options specifically for Black women who want instructors that reflect their experience. Women's fitness is well-represented too, from women's only gyms in Rochester NY to Black female personal trainers near me who specialize in training women with intention. Browse the listings below, pick your trainer or studio, and put your fitness investment into a Black-owned business that's rooted in Rochester.
Food & Drink
71 Listings

Food & Drink

Black-owned food and drink eateries in Rochester, NY, Monroe County, NY and the Greater Rochester Area. <a href="https://blackownedinrochester.com/listing-category/restaurants-rochester-ny/">to connect with Black owned restaurants click here</a>
Health & Medical Services
39 Listings

Health & Medical Services

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Home Services
12 Listings

Home Services

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4 Listings

Hotels & Travel Services

Black owned travel services and lodging in Rochester, NY, the Greater Rochester Area, and Monroe County, NY
Local Services
36 Listings

Local Services

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Mass Media Outlets
5 Listings

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Nightlife
4 Listings

Nightlife

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10 Listings

Real Estate Services

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42 Listings

Shopping & Gifts

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