Rochester Community Events

Upcoming Community Events in the Greater Rochester Area

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April 2026
Independent Bookstore Day in Rochester, NY

April 25

Rochester, NY Rochester, NY, United States

Hey hey! It's that time! Calling all the bookish folks who love long strolls down the book aisles! It is independent bookstore day! Check out our local independent bookstores to […]

Free
FREE Diabetic Eye Screenings

April 25 @ 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

Retina Associates of Western NY 160 Sawgrass Dr, ste 200, Rochester, NY, United States

Join us on April 25th for RAWNY's 1st Annual "Diabetes Day" where we will be offering FREE Diabetic Eye Screenings to anyone in our community! When: Saturday, April 25th, 2026 […]

Free
Quest Fest – Game, Shop, Escape at ARTISANworks – RocOnly Events

April 25 @ 12:00 pm - 4:30 pm

ARTISANworks 565 Blossom Rd, Rochester, NY, United States

Step into another realm at Quest Fest—a fantasy-forward celebration of all things magical, mythical, and immersive. Wander the Vendor Hall, filled with sci-fi and medieval art, geeky gear, wire-wrapped elf […]

$10
50+ Speed Friending with Little Button Craft @ ARTISANworks

April 26 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

ARTISANworks 565 Blossom Rd, Rochester, NY, United States

Making friends as an adult—especially once you’re over 50—can be surprisingly difficult. That’s where Speed Friending comes in! This event at ARTISANworks is designed to make meeting new people easier […]

$20
The Food Truck Rodeo – City of Rochester Public Market

April 29 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm The Food Truck Rodeo – The Public Market of Rochester

The City of Rochester Public Market 280 N Union St, Rochester, NY, United States

Spring is here in Rochester and with it comes amazing community events! One of my favorites is the Food Truck Rodeo at the Public Market! The Food Truck Rodeo Features […]

Free
joiFUL Mother’s Day Candle Making Class – ARTISANworks

April 29 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

ARTISANworks 565 Blossom Rd, Rochester, NY, United States

🕯️ Mother’s Day Candle Class – Vintage Teacup Experience 🕯️ Celebrate Mother’s Day with a charming and creative experience at ARTISANworks! Join joiFUL for a hands-on candle-making class where you’ll […]

$45
Adult Skate Night @ Willie W Lightfoot R-Center

April 29 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Adult Skate Night @ Willie W Lightfoot R-Center

Willie W. Lightfoot R-Center 271 Flint St, Rochester, NY, United States

Bring your skates to get your roll on with your peers. You will enjoy great music and fun conversations with others while skating. Please note all exclusion dates for skate […]

Free
May 2026
Free Breast Cancer Screenings for the uninsured – FLX Cancer Services Program

May 2 @ 7:30 am - 11:30 am Free Breast Cancer Screenings for the uninsured – FLX Cancer Services Program

Elizabeth Wende Breast Care, LLC 170 Sawgrass Dr, Rochester, NY, United States

Breast Cancer Screening Breast cancer screening includes self-breast exam, clinical breast exam, and mammogram. The most current guidelines from the U.S. Preventative Services Task Force suggest women ages 50 to […]

Free
Drag Me To Brunch: ICONS – OFC Theatre Center

May 3 @ 10:30 am - 5:00 pm

The Old Farm Cafe & Dining Experience 3450 Winton Pl Suite 6, Rochester, NY, United States

OFC Creations Present Drag Me To Brunch Performance on Sunday, May 3. Doors open at 10:30am, brunch served at 11am, show starts at 12pm at OFC’s The Old Farm Café […]

$67
Adult Skate Night @ Willie W Lightfoot R-Center

May 6 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Adult Skate Night @ Willie W Lightfoot R-Center

Willie W. Lightfoot R-Center 271 Flint St, Rochester, NY, United States

Bring your skates to get your roll on with your peers. You will enjoy great music and fun conversations with others while skating. Please note all exclusion dates for skate […]

Free
Farmers’ Market – Irondequoit

May 7 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm Farmers’ Market – Irondequoit

Irondequoit Town Hall 1280 Titus Avenue, Rochester, NY, United States

Weekly Farmers' Market in Irondequoit, NY Weekly Summer Market:Thursday evenings (May 7 - October 8) from 4:00 PM to dusk. No Market on July 2. @ Columbus Way, Town Hall […]

Free
Lilac Festival – Highland Park

May 8 - May 17

Highland Park 180 Reservoir Ave, Rochester, NY, United States

ROCHESTER LILAC FESTIVAL CALENDAR OF EVENTS Friday, May 8 - Sunday, May 17 10:30 AM - 8:30 PM daily https://roclilacfest.com/festival-schedule/ General Info Festival Map Parking & Shuttle Every Day Experiences […]

Free