Live performances

Huckleberry Swamp

Nature preserve located off Route 104: For the preservation of bird and wildlife integrity and conservation of the land they depend on.

Catchpole Road

North Rose , NY

Phone: 585-249-9232

43° 10' 22.5336" N, 76° 55' 36.3072" W

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There is a reason readers continually vote Stokoe Farms as their favorite area farm. Summer Events, their ever-popular Harvest Fest in the fall, and the magic of their Christmas Tree Season means there is something for the whole family! Hours vary, see StokoeFarms.com for a detailed calendar. BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND - for 2 weekends only this August, Dino ROAR! Help Stokoe Farms capture the escaped Dinosaurs. Life-sized dinosaurs, some of your favorite farm activities, petting zoo and more! August 19-20 and 25-27. StokoeFarms.com for details.

656 South Road

Scottsville , NY , 14546

Phone: (585) 889-0770

42° 59' 35.466" N, 77° 46' 20.7624" W

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Genesee Country Village & Museum

Only 25 minutes from downtown Rochester, spark your curiosity at Genesee Country Village & Museum - New York State's largest living history museum! Explore our 19th-century Historic Village, our John L. Wehle Gallery, and our Nature Center with 5+ miles of nature trails. Explore special events, daily historic happenings, kids camps, workshops, and more at www.gcv.org.

1410 Flint Hill Road PO Box 310

Mumford , NY , 14511

Phone: (585) 538-6822

42° 59' 33.594" N, 77° 52' 48.4284" W

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Rochester Museum & Science Center (RMSC)

Immerse yourself in the incredible world of science, history, space, and nature. Follow your curiosity from the depths of our lakes to the edge of the universe. Participate in classes, camps and events for all ages. All at the RMSC Museum & Science Center, the RMSC Strasenburgh Planetarium, and the RMSC Cumming Nature Center.

657 East Avenue

Rochester , NY , 14607

Phone: 585.271.4320

43° 8' 59.5068" N, 77° 35' 22.632" W

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Stages (A Magical Journey Thru Stages)

Rochester, NY's not-for-profit youth theatre company at the West Herr Performing Arts Center. Offers 8 annual full-scale theater productions for performers in grades 1 - 12, classes, summer camps, and more!

875 East Main Street, Suite 380 West Herr Performing Arts Center

Rochester , NY , 14605

Phone: 585-935-7173

43° 9' 37.8036" N, 77° 35' 19.0572" W

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The Strong

Visit the Ultimate Play Destination: The Strong is a highly interactive, collections-based museum devoted to the history and exploration of play. Voted a top place to take kids in Rochester by KOAA readers.

One Manhattan Square

Rochester , NY , 14607

Phone: 585-263-2700

43° 9' 9.8784" N, 77° 36' 2.5524" W

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OFC Creations Theatre Center / Old Farm Cafe

OFC Creations (Opportunities For Creativity) continues to enhance the arts throughout the Rochester area for all ages. Through shows, unique events, and educational classes - OFC is committed to giving back to our next generation. In summer 2020, OFC opened a brand new theatre in Brighton, the OFC Creations Theatre Center. The new OFC Creations Theatre Center (3450 Winton Pl, Rochester, NY 14623), opened in July 2020, is a multi-purpose arts center focused on youth theater education and performances, mounting professional plays and musicals, hosting community events, presenting out-of-town entertainers, and providing much-needed performance space to local arts groups. The center offers classes in acting, singing, and dancing; school field trips and tours; community events; and theater camps during summer and school. OFC runs ROC Summer Theatre Experience: The largest theatre summer camp program in upstate NY.

3450 Winton Place

Rochester , NY , 14623

Phone: 585-667-0954

43° 5' 50.3196" N, 77° 34' 42.9564" W

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The Hochstein School

Providing excellent music and dance instruction to anyone who is interested – regardless of age, level of skill, background, or ability to pay. Year-round classes and summer camps in music, dance, and other aspects of the arts for toddlers through adults. We aim to nurture and inspire each individual, and to welcome all to our community.

50 N. Plymouth Ave

Rochester , NY , 14614

Phone: (585) 454-4596

43° 9' 21.24" N, 77° 36' 56.5596" W

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TYKEs (Theatre Young Kids Enjoy)

Inspiring families with best-loved fairy tales, favorite bedtime stories and children’s books... all seen through the magic of live theatre.

1200 Edgewood Avenue

Rochester , NY , 14618

Phone: 585-461-2000

43° 5' 46.2768" N, 77° 33' 57.0852" W

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Seneca Park Zoo

Seneca Park Zoo inspires our community to connect, care for, and conserve wildlife and wild places. Situated on 15.5 acres along the Genesee River, the Zoo is a gem among Greater Rochester’s family attractions.

2222 St. Paul Street

Rochester , NY , 14621

Phone: 585-336-7200

43° 11' 48.7356" N, 77° 37' 2.8704" W

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Eastman Community Music School

We are a community music school bringing classical and jazz private lessons, group classes, and ensemble experiences to musicians aged 4 months to 99!

26 Gibbs Street

Rochester , NY , 14604

Phone: (585) 274-1400

43° 9' 28.1124" N, 77° 36' 3.708" W

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Eastman School of Music - Concert Office

Concert Information - many concerts open to the Rochester community are free and family-friendly.

26 Gibbs Street

Rochester , NY , 14604

Phone: (585) 274-1109

43° 9' 28.1124" N, 77° 36' 3.708" W

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Spotlight Theatre Arts

Theatre Arts Education for kids and teens. Private Lessons: Piano, Voice, Theater, Dance, Ukulele and Audition Prep. Skill-building classes. Live-Learning Productions (learning every aspect of musical theatre from audition to performance). A full season of plays.

3 Railroad St

Fairport , NY , 14450

Phone: 585-305-4767

43° 6' 12.5928" N, 77° 26' 26.538" W

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Allendale Columbia School

A leading independent, diverse, co-ed school that prepares students 18 months through grade 12 for the world they will inherit. Our school is a thriving, diverse community of learners who engage locally and internationally to create opportunities to design, imagine, learn, and make a positive impact. Contact us to schedule a time to visit our 33-acre campus located at 519 Allens Creek Road in Pittsford.

519 Allens Creek Road

Rochester , NY , 14618

Phone: 585-641-5344

43° 7' 3.4428" N, 77° 32' 19.6008" W

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Bach to Rock Penfield Music School

Bach to Rock Penfield is a locally owned music school in Penfield, NY, offering lessons for all ages and skill levels in the Rochester area. We provide private and virtual lessons for all instruments, early childhood classes, band and glee club opportunities, music camps, DJ lessons, music production courses, and MUSE—a program for aspiring singer-songwriters. We also offer on-site homeschooling programs, birthday parties, and more!

2160 Penfield Road Suite 1

Penfield , NY , 14526

Phone: 5853643766

43° 7' 54.9084" N, 77° 26' 34.7676" W

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Rochester Philharmonic Youth Orchestra

Symphony orchestra composed of young musicians in grades eight through twelve from schools throughout the greater Rochester area. In association with the Eastman Community Music School, the hub of musical brilliance since 1970.

108 East Avenue

Rochester , NY , 14604

Phone: 4547311 x224

43° 9' 25.6032" N, 77° 36' 5.0688" W

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Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra (RPO)

Since its founding by George Eastman in 1922, the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra has been committed to enriching and inspiring our community through the art of music! Each year, your RPO provides the greater Rochester area with exceptional, engaging performances to enrich and inspire. Each season is crafted to create a diverse mix of education programs, progressive performances that blend genres, and showcase talented musicians.

255 East Avenue LL02

Rochester , NY , 14604

Phone: 585-454-2100

43° 9' 25.0668" N, 77° 36' 13.5" W

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La Danse Workshop

Join our growing dance family! We offer classes in jazz, tap, ballet, acrobatics, hip hop, lyrical, modern, Irish, and musical theater. Classes are available at our Hilton and Spencerport studios for ages 2 to adult.

67 Lyell Avenue

Spencerport , NY , 14559

Phone: 352-9540

43° 11' 17.4732" N, 77° 47' 34.2888" W

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Rochester Children’s Book Festival

Western New York's incredible annual one-day children's book festival is held in November each year. This festival attracts prominent children's authors from around the US.

RACWI Rochester Area Children's Writers and Illustrators

Rochester , NY , 14634 43° 12' 19.4328" N, 77° 40' 2.2368" W

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Pittsford Musicals

A community theatre organization committed to excellence in theatrical productions. A non-profit corporation since 1968, remains dedicated to a three-fold purpose: to provide an opportunity for adults in the community to participate in amateur musical theater, to provide entertainment for the local community and to award scholarships to Pittsford and other area high school students wishing to pursue studies in theater/creative arts.

P.O. Box 363

Pittsford , NY , 14534

Phone: 585-586-1500

43° 5' 26.2284" N, 77° 30' 53.9892" W

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Golden Link Folk Singing Society

The Golden Link Folk Singing Society has been the driving force behind bringing excellent folk, roots, blues, bluegrass, and other acoustic-oriented music to the Rochester, NY area for over 45 years. Founded in 1971, the Golden Link Folk Singing Society is dedicated to presenting, promoting, and preserving folk music in the Rochester area. Golden Link is a volunteer-operated and member-supported 501(c)3 not-for-profit arts, cultural, and educational organization.

PO Box 92398

Rochester , NY , 14692

Phone: (585) 857-9265

43° 5' 7.89" N, 77° 35' 51.936" W

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Kanack School of Musical Artistry

The Kanack School of Musical Artistry, founded in 1995 by Alice Kanack, is a thriving hub for creativity and musical excellence. Inspired by her collaboration with Dr. Shinichi Suzuki, Alice developed the Creative Ability Development Method (CAD), teaching students to improvise and unlock their creative potential. Serving over 400 students with a team of 20 educators, the school offers private lessons in violin, viola, cello, guitar, piano, voice, mandolin, banjo, ukelele, and drums, alongside free group classes in improvisation, orchestras, and more. With summer camps, concerts, guest artists, and a vibrant community, the Kanack School nurtures musicians of all ages to achieve artistry and joy through music.

2077 South Clinton Ave

Rochester , NY , 14618

Phone: (585) 244-6910

43° 7' 6.8988" N, 77° 35' 46.7016" W

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Corn Hill Arts Festival

Annual Arts festival in July...Corn Hill section of downtown Rochester near the Genesee River. Over 400 artists, typically 200,000 visitors. Head to http://cornhillartsfestival.com for the latest details.

S. Plymouth Ave. and Troup St, S. Fitzhugh Street Corn Hill Neighbors Association

Rochester , NY , 14608

Phone: 585.262.3142

43° 9' 2.7324" N, 77° 36' 42.9696" W

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Kodak Center

Kodak Center is a public gathering place for entertainment, conferences and events. The Rochester, NY facility houses the Kodak Center Theater, Kodak Visitor Center (open to the public M-F 9am-5pm), the Challenger Learning Center of Greater Rochester, and 400,000 square feet of space available to rent. Our art-deco main stage, Kodak Center Theater was built in 1958 and has 1,968 comfortable seats. It services a variety of programming, including national touring concerts, comedy, family shows, musicals, theatricals, lectures/seminars, general sessions and private receptions. Event info and tickets are available on our website and the Kodak Center Box Office (M-F 10am-2pm).

200 W. Ridge Rd.

Rochester , NY , 14615

Phone: 585-254-0181

43° 11' 48.714" N, 77° 37' 49.3716" W

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Fort Hill Performing Arts Center

Fort Hill Performing Arts Center, a (501(c)(3) corporation, is dedicated to presenting world-class performances in music, dance, theater, and the arts. With ongoing support from the community, Fort Hill provides a nurturing, vibrant home for arts and culture in the Finger Lakes region.

20 Fort Hill Avenue

Canandaigua , NY , 14424

Phone: 585-412-6043

42° 53' 43.4724" N, 77° 17' 8.7252" W

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Dance Connection - Rochester, NY

Happy Kids Since 1987! We inspire students to dance, have fun, and make new friends. Our dance school provides quality dance education in a supportive, non-competitive environment, believing that dance is for everyone. Children can enjoy tap, ballet, jazz, hip hop, modern, musical theatre, African, tumbling, and much more! Adults can also join in with classes like Hip Hop, African, Modern, Ballet, Tap, and Jazz. Come see why our students are always smiling!

1385 Empire Blvd

Rochester , NY , 14609

Phone: 585-654-7654

43° 10' 23.4012" N, 77° 31' 1.9128" W

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Rochester Rhapsody Chorus

Rochester Rhapsody is an inspiring women's acappella chorus, performing regularly throughout the greater Rochester area. With a diverse repertoire spanning genres and eras, we captivate audiences with our blend of harmonies and commitment to musical excellence. We are more than just singers; we are storytellers who strive to touch hearts through our music. Rochester Rhapsody welcomes women singers to visit a Monday night rehearsal!

139 Winton Road S.

Rochester , NY , 14610 43° 8' 31.9308" N, 77° 33' 29.5092" W

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The Theater At Innovation Square

The Theater At Innovation Square is Rochester's center for Performing Arts and Community Engagement. Located between GEVA Theatre and the Eastman Kodak Theatre, just two blocks from the Strong National Museum of Play, The Theater will support local organizations and programming for all Rochesterians.

131 Chestnut Street

Rochester , NY , 14604 43° 9' 16.5924" N, 77° 36' 12.8844" W

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Imagine RIT: Creativity + Innovation Festival

The Imagine RIT: Creativity and Innovation Festival is the university’s signature event, a showcase that displays the ingenuity of students, faculty and staff. Imagine RIT will be held in-person on Saturday, April 29th. Discover multimedia presentations, exhibits, demonstrations, research projects, performing arts, and more in-person all online at rit.edu/imagine!

1 Lomb Memorial Drive

Rochester , NY , 14623

Phone: 585-475-4733

43° 5' 2.3352" N, 77° 40' 28.3512" W

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Rochester City Ballet

The mission of Rochester City Ballet is to create inspiring, entertaining and educational experiences through the art of dance while providing the highest level of artistic and technical excellence. From classical to contemporary … cutting edge to theatrical … Rochester City Ballet is an eclectic and versatile company that offers something for everyone.

1326 University Ave

Rochester , NY , 14607

Phone: 585-461-5850

43° 9' 4.1184" N, 77° 34' 1.9812" W

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Writers & Books

Located in the Neighborhood of the Arts, Writers & Books offers innovative programs for creative readers and writers aged 5-95!

740 University Ave

Rochester , NY , 14607

Phone: 585-473-2590 x107

43° 9' 19.8648" N, 77° 34' 58.1088" W

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Perry Chalk Art Festival

Join us for a day of fun at the Perry Chalk Art Festival! Watch trained artists create pastel masterpieces, cheer teens competing for chalking prizes, and let youngsters chalk to their heart's content while you enjoy the live music, ample shopping opportunities and food trucks!

46 North Main Street

Perry , NY , 14530

Phone: (585) 237-5375

42° 43' 2.0388" N, 78° 0' 10.8576" W

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Island Wraps

Caribbean and American Cuisine. We do custom menus. Our meals are made with the highest quality products and care. All meats & vegetables are Gluten Free; No additives or preservatives.

5152 E. River Rd. #105

West Henrietta , NY , 14586

Phone: 5854040178

43° 2' 25.422" N, 77° 41' 45.3192" W

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Colonial Belle

Family friendly tour boat located in Fairport, NY on the historic waters of the Erie Canal. The Colonial Belle is the largest tour boat operating on the historic Erie Canal. Our vessel is U.S. Coast Guard certified to carry 149 passengers with a fully accessible enclosed lower deck and an upper open-air deck. The enclosed first deck offers comfortable seating, a full-service bar and two restrooms. The upper deck provides seating, scenic viewing and the experience of "ducking down" for low bridges. Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Narrated Lock Cruises, Event Cruises, School Field Trip Cruises & Private Charters available. Cruising season: mid-May through October

400 Packett's Landing

Fairport , NY , 14450

Phone: (585) 223-9470

43° 6' 2.646" N, 77° 26' 26.7216" W

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Levine Center to End Hate

The Levine Center to End Hate seeks to unite the Greater Rochester community in overcoming hate through education, dialogue and positive action. Affiliated with the Jewish Federation of Greater Rochester. The Jewish Federation of Greater Rochester continues to welcome, respect and value the participation of all people, including interfaith families, people of all abilities, religious practices, backgrounds, sexual orientation, gender identity, race and socio-economic status.

(585) 461-0490

Rochester , NY , 14607

Phone: (585) 461-0490

43° 9' 14.5368" N, 77° 35' 34.3824" W

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Aquarium of Niagara

With our community and our partners, we celebrate our natural wonders and inspire people to make a difference for aquatic life. We are a destination of choice where all are welcome and motivated to join as a driving force for aquatic life.

701 Whirlpool Street

Niagara Falls , NY , 14301

Phone: (716) 285-3575

43° 5' 39.516" N, 79° 3' 36.4968" W

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Williamson-Pultneyville Historical Society

The Williamson-Pultneyville Historical Society (W-PHS) house will open for the season on Friday, Saturday and Sunday afternoons, from 1:00-4:00pm. Exhibits include artifacts about the shipping history of the area. The house also features the War of 1812 Peace Garden on its grounds. Historic Gates Hall (https://www.historicgateshall.org/) which proudly bears the designation as the oldest, continuously active small community theatre in the United States, and is also a multi-use community venue available for private functions, is located within walking distance and is operated by W-PHS. Check the website for special events! Founded in 1964, the Williamson-Pultneyville Historical Society is a 501(c)(3) all volunteer not-for-profit organization chartered by the State of New York Board of Regents and is situated in historic Pultneyville, just 25 minutes east of Rochester.

4130 Mill Street

Pultneyville , NY , 14538

Phone: 315-589-9892

43° 16' 48.3312" N, 77° 11' 5.4276" W

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CenterStage Theatre at the JCC

CenterStage began in 1977 as the volunteer theatre company at the Rochester Jewish Community Center. Under the leadership of Artistic Director Ralph Meranto since 2005, CenterStage is now a professional theatre utilizing the finest local actors, directors, and designers to present a 5-show subscription series of plays and musicals.

1200 Edgewood Avenue

Rochester , NY , 14618

Phone: (585) 461-2000

43° 5' 46.2768" N, 77° 33' 57.0852" W

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