Feel the joy of the holiday season in Rochester! Our guide has all the top festive events and activities. Whether you're deeply rooted in Rochester or just branching out, this guide maximizes your holiday joy.
Popular events this season include the picturesque Roc Holiday Village, where visitors can explore local vendors and enjoy seasonal treats. Another highlight is RPO's The Nutcracker, a classic ballet performance that brings the enchanting story to life with mesmerizing music and choreography. And the Holidays at the Rochester Public Market is something you definitely don't want to miss, offering a vibrant atmosphere filled with unique gifts and fresh holiday fare. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
Happy Holidays!
Top Events Events In and Around Rochester
- Corn Hill Holiday Tour of Homes
- Liberty Pole Lighting & Parade to Roc Holiday Village
- A Christmas Carol at Geva Theatre
- Geva Theatre Center's A Christmas Carol
- Roc Holiday Village
- Rochester Holiday Concert Series
- RPO's The Nutcracker with Rochester City Ballet
- Gala Holiday Pops by Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra
- Blackfriars Musical Mayhem
- Third Thursday Concert: The Twelve Days of Christmas
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Rochester Events Events
Corn Hill Holiday Tour of Homes (Rochester) • 0.3 miles
Tour of six historic homes in a charming neighborhood
Liberty Pole Lighting & Parade to Roc Holiday Village (Rochester) • 0.4 miles
Festive parade and tree lighting ceremony
A Christmas Carol at Geva Theatre (Rochester) • 0.6 miles
Rochester's beloved holiday tradition reimagined.
Geva Theatre Center's A Christmas Carol (Rochester) • 0.6 miles
Rochester's beloved holiday tradition reimagined.
Roc Holiday Village (Rochester) • 0.7 miles
Festive holiday village with free ice skating and Santa visits.
Rochester Holiday Concert Series (Rochester) • 0.7 miles
Diverse musical performances blending genres and media
RPO's The Nutcracker with Rochester City Ballet (Rochester) • 0.9 miles
25th anniversary of a beloved holiday tradition
Gala Holiday Pops by Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra (Rochester) • 0.9 miles
A beloved Rochester holiday tradition for over three decades.
Blackfriars Musical Mayhem (Rochester) • 1.3 miles
Diverse theatrical season with musicals, plays, and family events.
Third Thursday Concert: The Twelve Days of Christmas (Rochester) • 1.4 miles
Features a rare Italian Baroque Organ from the 1770s.
Rochester Holiday Bazaar (Rochester) • 1.4 miles
Over 150 exhibitors showcasing fine arts and unique crafts
The Nutcracker by Rochester Broadway Theatre League (Rochester) • 1.4 miles
Magical Christmas Ballet with international cast and opulent sets
Roc The Day Holiday Giving Extravaganza (Rochester) • 1.4 miles
24-hour online giving extravaganza for local nonprofits
Holidays at the Rochester Public Market (Rochester) • 1.5 miles
Festive holiday market with local vendors and Santa visits
Holiday Show at Lamberton Conservatory (Rochester) • 1.6 miles
Historic conservatory transformed with holiday displays
St. John's Illumination of Love Christmas Tree Lighting (Rochester) • 1.7 miles
Annual fundraiser to honor loved ones and support resident needs.
Christmas at RCCM (Gates) • 5.0 miles
Campus-wide lightshow telling the story of humanity
Brockport Winter Market (Brockport) • 16.8 miles
Local winter market with vendor information coming soon
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