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Things to Do in Rochester, NY This January [BOIR Edition]

By Black Owned in Rochester

Last updated on January 9, 2026 at 01:41 am

It’s January here in Rochester, NY and if you’re anything like me you kinda just want to be bundled up in your house keeping warm. Which, is awesome. However, I know sometimes I get bored with that and need some ideas on things to do, somewhere else! That’s where this list comes in to rescue you from being bored-ish at home!

Everything will be listed in chronological order!

Let’s get started

being black in america by Our Voices Project | Black owned in Rochester

Being Black in America Discussion
When: Jan 19, 2026 3-5pm
Where: Legacy Drama House
What: Be part of this important conversation featuring perspectives from the award-winning documentary exploring personal meanings of Black identity in America. A crucial dialogue for our community
Cost: Free

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🎨 Beyond the Glass 3-Year Celebration
When: January 16, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Where: Farmhouse Table Midtown, 90 S Clinton Ave, Rochester
What: An exciting celebration featuring works from Season 3 artists! Join for an evening showcasing amazing local talent including photographers, painters, and mixed media artists.
Cost: Free
Link: https://blackownedinrochester.com/event/beyond-the-glass-3-year-celebration/

❄️ Winterfest 2026
When: January 17, 2026, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Where: Mendon Ponds Park, 95 Douglas Rd, Honeoye Falls
What: A fantastic winter celebration featuring games, food trucks, live music, demonstrations and sledding! Activities spread throughout the park’s various locations.
Cost: Free
Link: https://blackownedinrochester.com/event/winterfest/

👥 Greater Rochester MLK Jr. Community-Wide Celebration
When: January 19, 2026, 10:30 AM
Where: Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre, 26 Gibbs St, Rochester
What: Join this inspiring free community event featuring keynote speaker Rev. Courtney Clayton Jenkins. This year’s powerful theme is “From Me to We: Changing”.
Cost: Free
Link: https://blackownedinrochester.com/event/greater-rochester-martin-luther-king-jr-community-wide-celebration/

💰 2nd Annual Legacy Makers Wealth Conference
When: January 31, 2026, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Where: Rochester Educational Opportunity Center, 161 Chestnut St
What: A transformative wealth-building conference focused on “Building the Next Generation”. Join Legacy Makers’ 6th anniversary celebration of serving the Rochester community.
Cost: $65
Link: https://blackownedinrochester.com/event/2026-2nd-annual-legacy-makers-wealth-conference/

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  • Black History Month Celebration at RMSC

    Black History Month Celebration – RMSC

    Black History Month Celebration – RMSC
    RMSC Grounds & Eisenhart Auditorium 657 East Ave., Rochester, United States

    This Black History Month marks a century of Black History celebrations! Join us in commemorating local black leaders and innovators. Museum & Science Center February 7-8 11am-3pm Programs & Activities […]

    $23

  • Cheers 2 Us: A Paint & Sip Keepsake Affair

    Island Wraps 5152 East River Rd, West Henrietta, NY, United States

    ABOUT THE ARTIST Joan Cofield-Bridges is the Owner and gifted Artist of L & J Creations Hand Painted Glassware Collections. L & J Creations specializes in beautiful, one of a […]

    $89

  • Single 2 Mingle Game Nite – Island Wraps

    Island Wraps 5152 East River Rd, West Henrietta, NY, United States

    FINALLY, Let's Ditch the Apps! 🥂 Live & In-Person Singles Mixer! Tired of endless swiping? Come hang with us for a night of authentic connection, good music, positive vibes and […]

  • Galentine’s Day–Memorial Art Gallery

    Memorial Art Gallery 500 University Ave, Rochester, United States

    Join us for the best day of the year! Come celebrate yourself, your friendships, and the artwork of the Impressionists at MAG! We will have vendors from female-owned businesses, art […]

  • Women mean busine$$ annual expo

    Women Mean Busine$$ – Annual Expo

    ARTISANworks 565 Blossom Rd, Rochester, United States

    Please join us on Sunday, March 8, in celebration of International Women’s Day 🌸 The Greater Rochester Chapter of the National Organization for Women (NOW) is hosting Women Mean Business, […]

    Free

  • Rochester, NY St. Patrick’s Day Parade

    Rochester, NY Rochester, United States

    The Rochester St. Patrick’s Day Parade is a cherished annual tradition that brings the community together in a lively celebration of Irish heritage, unity, and pride. The parade begins at […]

    Free

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