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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 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
🎨 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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Golisano Business Institute 150 Sawgrass Dr., Rochester, NY, United States
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Black History Month Celebration – RMSC
RMSC Grounds & Eisenhart Auditorium 657 East Ave., Rochester, United StatesThis 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 […]
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Black History Month Celebration – RMSC
RMSC Grounds & Eisenhart Auditorium 657 East Ave., Rochester, United StatesThis 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 […]
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Cheers 2 Us: A Paint & Sip Keepsake Affair
Island Wraps 5152 East River Rd, West Henrietta, NY, United StatesABOUT 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 […]
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Single 2 Mingle Game Nite – Island Wraps
Island Wraps 5152 East River Rd, West Henrietta, NY, United StatesFINALLY, 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 […]
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Galentine’s Day–Memorial Art Gallery
Memorial Art Gallery 500 University Ave, Rochester, United StatesJoin 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 […]
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Adult Skate Night @ Willie W Lightfoot R-Center
Willie W. Lightfoot R-Center 271 Flint St, Rochester, NY, United StatesBring 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 […]
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Women Mean Busine$$ – Annual Expo
ARTISANworks 565 Blossom Rd, Rochester, NY, United StatesPlease 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, […]
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Adult Skate Night @ Willie W Lightfoot R-Center
Willie W. Lightfoot R-Center 271 Flint St, Rochester, NY, United StatesBring 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 […]
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Rochester, NY St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Rochester, NY Rochester, NY, United StatesThe 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 […]
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Book Lover’s Bliss Book Fair – Day 1
ARTISANworks 565 Blossom Rd, Rochester, NY, United StatesRocOnly’s 3rd Annual Book Lover’s Bliss Book Fair returns for two full days of stories, small businesses, and a little literary magic at ARTISANworks. 📚 Saturday, March 14th | 12:00–4:30 […]
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Book Lover’s Bliss Book Fair – Day 2
ARTISANworks 565 Blossom Rd, Rochester, NY, United StatesRocOnly’s 3rd Annual Book Lover’s Bliss Book Fair returns for two full days of stories, small businesses, and a little literary magic at ARTISANworks. 📚 Saturday, March 14th | 12:00–4:30 […]
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Adult Skate Night @ Willie W Lightfoot R-Center
Willie W. Lightfoot R-Center 271 Flint St, Rochester, NY, United StatesBring 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 […]
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INK + ALCHEMY : BOOKS & PLANTS – THEMATA
Culver Road Armory 155 Culver Road, Rochester, NY, United StatesPlant & Book Market 🌿📚 📅 March 21 ⏰ 10 AM – 5 PM 📍 Culver Road Armory — 155 Culver Rd, Rochester Join us for a one-day indoor market […]
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Makers to the Rescue – RocOnly Events
The Old Farm Cafe & Dining Experience 3450 Winton Pl Suite 6, Rochester, NY, United StatesMakers to the Rescue is a one-day community market and fundraiser bringing together local artisans, animal lovers, and good food—all in support of Verona Street Animal Society - VSAS is […]
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Adult Skate Night @ Willie W Lightfoot R-Center
Willie W. Lightfoot R-Center 271 Flint St, Rochester, NY, United StatesBring 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 […]
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Adult Skate Night @ Willie W Lightfoot R-Center
Willie W. Lightfoot R-Center 271 Flint St, Rochester, NY, United StatesBring 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 […]
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Down to Earth Market – RocOnly Events
Memorial Art Gallery 500 University Ave, Rochester, United StatesWe’re bringing an Earth-inspired market to one of Rochester’s most iconic spaces!! RocOnly Events is partnering with Brown Hound Downtown Restaurant, located within the Memorial Art Gallery, and local artist, […]
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Adult Skate Night @ Willie W Lightfoot R-Center
Willie W. Lightfoot R-Center 271 Flint St, Rochester, NY, United StatesBring 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 […]
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Jazz Night Live – ARTISANworks
ARTISANworks 565 Blossom Rd, Rochester, NY, United StatesStep into an unforgettable evening of rhythm and refinement at A Night of Jazz Fusion in the intimate Casablanca Room at ARTISANworks, featuring the dynamic sounds of the Eastman Band […]
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The Great New York State Flea at the Public Market
The City of Rochester Public Market 280 N Union St, Rochester, NY, United StatesThe City of Rochester Public Market offers dozens of garage sales with bargains on everything from furniture to clothing; collectibles to jewelry; artwork to trinkets... all in one location! From […]
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Adult Skate Night @ Willie W Lightfoot R-Center
Willie W. Lightfoot R-Center 271 Flint St, Rochester, NY, United StatesBring 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 […]
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Independent Bookstore Day in Rochester, NY
Rochester, NY Rochester, NY, United StatesHey 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 […]
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FREE Diabetic Eye Screenings
Retina Associates of Western NY 160 Sawgrass Dr, ste 200, Rochester, NY, United StatesJoin 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 […]
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Quest Fest – Game, Shop, Escape at ARTISANworks – RocOnly Events
ARTISANworks 565 Blossom Rd, Rochester, NY, United StatesStep 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 […]
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