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TicketsSwing to the sounds of Sinatra and Las Vegas at Photo City Music Hall!
TicketsCelebrate 20 years of dance with BIODANCE at the Fringe Festival!
FreeExperience the iconic scores of John Williams live with the RPO!
FreeExperience the magic of The Nutcracker with Rochester City Ballet this holiday season!
FreeDiscover still life art through an ASL-guided tour at MAG!
TicketsExperience restorative yoga with immersive sound in a serene setting.
FreeExplore still life art with an ASL-guided tour at MAG!
FreeExplore the hidden meanings in everyday objects through stunning still life art.
TicketsDiscover still life art through an ASL-guided tour at MAG!
TicketsDiscover still life art through an ASL-guided tour at MAG!
TicketsExperience a musical journey from Renaissance to tango with Kenneth Kam!
FreeGet spicy with erotic tarot readings at the Fringe Festival!
FreeJoin the free street dance workshop and unleash your creativity!
FreeExperience the unique sounds of the theremin with RPO at Fringe Festival!
FreeCelebrate Aretha Franklin's legacy with the RPO's electrifying concert!
FreeExperience Metropolis with live score by Jeff Beal and the RPO!
TicketsExperience Baroque music performed by talented Eastman students and professionals.
TicketsExperience Broadway's best family moments in a captivating musical journey!
TicketsExperience stunning Baroque music performed by talented Eastman students!
FreeExplore the hidden meanings of everyday objects in still life art.
TicketsExplore art from ancient to modern in a guided tour!
FreeExperience classical masterpieces at Nazareth's Sunday Matinees!
FreeCelebrate Chuck Mangione with a soulful jazz tribute in Rochester!
FreeExperience Raiders of the Lost Ark live with the RPO's thrilling score!
FreeExperience the magic of 'It's A Wonderful Life' with live orchestral music!
FreeExperience Southern Rock like never before with the RPO!
FreeExperience the world premiere of Torke's masterpiece with RPO!
FreeExperience Tchaikovsky's brilliance at the Piano Festival with Barry Douglas!
FreeExperience Beethoven's brilliance at the Piano Festival with Jonathan Biss!
FreeExperience the brilliance of Brahms with Marc-André Hamelin at Kodak Hall!
FreeExperience Billy Joel's greatest hits like never before in a symphonic rock concert!
FreeExperience Rachmaninov's brilliance at the Piano Festival with Olga Kern!
FreeExperience Broadway's magic with RPO's Wickedly Broadway concert!
FreeExperience jazz and classical fusion with Makoto Ozone's Rhapsody in Blue!
FreeExperience the exotic sounds of Saint-Saëns with Stephen Hough!
FreeExperience The Beatles like never before with a full symphony orchestra!
FreeExperience the serene beauty of Fauré and the warmth of Brahms live!
FreeExplore mental health through the lens of standup comedy!
FreeExplore the captivating art of Anne Muntges and Mizin Shin!
TicketsExperience the life and poetry of Robert Frost in an intimate setting.
FreeExplore the hidden meanings of everyday objects in stunning still life art.
FreeExplore the captivating works of Anne Muntges and Mizin Shin at ASIS gallery!
FreeExplore the captivating art of Anne Muntges and Mizin Shin at ASIS gallery!
FreeJoin us for an insightful artist talk and reception at ASIS gallery!
TicketsUnleash your creativity in this hands-on pottery class!
TicketsExplore Rochester's vibrant murals with renowned artist Sarah Rutherford!
FreeDive into epic tales at the Homerathon 2026 reading marathon!
TicketsExperience a unique blend of bagpipes and bassoon in a lively performance!
FreeExperience cinematic storytelling through symphonic masterpieces at Kodak Hall!
FreeExperience Piazzolla's vibrant Four Seasons performed by RPO's talented musicians!
$34.75+Celebrate the season with beloved Irish musicians at Lovin' Cup!
FreeExperience the magic of How to Train Your Dragon live in concert!
FreeExperience classical masterpieces with RPO soloists at Nazareth University!
FreeExperience classical masterpieces with RPO soloists at Nazareth University!
FreeExperience the lyrical beauty of Schumann’s Cello Concerto performed by Annie Jacobs-Perkins.
FreeExperience the elegance of Mozart and the energy of Bartók live!
FreeExperience a whimsical Seussical Spring with Rochester City Ballet!
FreeExperience Schumann's symphonic journey through nature's beauty with the RPO.
FreeCelebrate creativity with Wallace & Gromit™ at The Strong!
FreeExperience Grieg’s Peer Gynt with John de Lancie in a unique performance!
FreeExperience classical masterpieces in an intimate setting with RPO soloists!
FreeExperience Dvořák’s New World Symphony at the RPO's opening night!
Experience the vibrant drag scene of the 1980s in Paris is Burning!
TicketsExperience powerful art songs by Black composers at Eastman!
TicketsJoin us to decorate a vibrant community sukkah for Sukkot!
TicketsShowcase your talent at Lovin' Cup's lively Open Mic Night!
Experience innovative performances at the RIT showcase during Rochester Fringe Festival!
Experience M. Night Shyamalan's thrilling film 'Unbreakable' at The Little Theatre!
TicketsJoin a supportive art group every Friday to unleash your creativity!
FreeExplore the evolution of medical education at this free exhibit!
TicketsMaster the art of quilling and create stunning paper designs!
TicketsCapture your memories and share your story with Stacey Freed!
TicketsMaster watercolor techniques in this comprehensive 10-week course!
FreeExplore the comedic twists of history in Good Bye Lenin screening!
FreeExplore the hidden meanings in everyday objects through still life art.
TicketsMaster the art of drawing with expert guidance at Memorial Art Gallery!
TicketsCreate beautiful and functional sculptures in this hands-on workshop!
TicketsShowcase your talent at Lovin' Cup's Open Mic Night!
TicketsMaster the art of portrait drawing at the Memorial Art Gallery!
FreeExplore the rich history of medical education at this free exhibit!
$29.63+Experience the unique blend of bagpipes and bassoon at Lovin' Cup!
TicketsExperience the vibrant ESL Rochester Fringe Festival at the MAG!
TicketsExperience the vibrant sounds of Funkyard Brass at the Rochester Fringe Festival!
$29.63+Experience the magic of Cantrip at Lovin' Cup this October!
Experience rock classics reimagined in a stunning candlelit setting!
TicketsCelebrate the holidays with a fabulous drag queen performance!
TicketsExperience the magic of Cirque Musica this holiday season!
TicketsExperience the legendary sounds of King Crimson live!
TicketsExperience the unique sounds of Glitch Video Game Band at the Fringe Festival!
TicketsJoin us for a festive Sukkot dinner and art project at JCC Rochester!
TicketsExperience the magical world of W.I.T.C.H. live at Water Street!
TicketsExperience the enchanting ballet performance of Swan Lake!
FreeUnleash your creativity at a free stop motion workshop!
TicketsEmpower yourself at the 3rd Annual Pretty in Pink Perfume Experience!
TicketsExplore art and craftsmanship at the 28th Arts & Crafts Conference!
TicketsExplore indie beauty trends at the Independent Beauty Show 2026!
TicketsCatch Pete Davidson live at the Eastman School of Music!
Explore powerful films at the Witness Palestine Film Festival!
TicketsExperience timeless hits with a vintage twist at Postmodern Jukebox!
TicketsExperience powerful poetry and live art at The Vault Cafe & Cabaret!
TicketsCelebrate 25 years of artistic talent at Artists Unlimited!
FreeUnleash your creativity at a free stop motion workshop!
TicketsIgnite your creativity at Kindled Currents this October!
FreeDive deep into creativity at the ESL Rochester Fringe Festival!
FreeExperience a captivating piano recital by student Huiping Cai!
Experience Molière's classic comedy with Sandra Oh in a fresh reimagining!
TicketsJoin us for a magical culinary adventure inspired by Hocus Pocus!
TicketsExperience the vibrant Belly Dancer Bazaar at the ESL Rochester Fringe Festival!
TicketsExperience the quirky performances at the ESL Rochester Fringe Festival!
Experience Molière's classic with Sandra Oh in a modern twist!
TicketsExperience the thrill of Dealbreaker at the ESL Rochester Fringe Festival!
TicketsCelebrate 25 years of journalism with Soup du Journalism at the Fringe Festival!
TicketsJoin comedian Jim Breuer for a night of laughter at Kodak Center!
Experience the chilling classic 'The Sixth Sense' on the big screen this Halloween!
TicketsExperience the thrill of The Vampire Circus at Kodak Center!
TicketsExperience the innovative sounds of Alarm Will Sound at Eastman!
TicketsExperience the Mivos Quartet celebrating the genius of Steve Reich!
Experience groundbreaking films at the Anomaly Film Festival 2026!
TicketsExperience the ESL Rochester Fringe Festival with Cobbs Hill Consort!
FreeCelebrate LGBTQIA+ cinema with 'Wild Nights with Emily' at the library!
TicketsExperience the powerful narratives of Black culture through music and performance.
Experience a chilling film night with M. Night Shyamalan's latest thriller!
Experience the thrill of The Vampire Circus at Kodak Center!
TicketsExperience the brilliance of Beethoven's trios performed by Kobrin, Jang & Ying.
TicketsCatch the vibrant musical 'Hairspray' at OFC Creations Theatre!
FreeCatch Alicia Guan's stunning voice at her student degree recital!
Catch the Coen Brothers' classic with a bluegrass twist on the big screen!
FreeCatch Elijah Gebers' stunning voice at his student degree recital!
TicketsUnleash your creativity at the Fabric Craft Club!
Explore the vibrant drag scene of 1980s New York at this captivating performance.
$29.63+Experience the enchanting sounds of Low Lily at Lovin' Cup!
FreeExperience the captivating sounds of the Mallet Quartet at Hatch Recital Hall!
TicketsExperience the whimsical world of BOOP! THE MUSICAL!
Experience a night of electrifying performances at HALLOWMIX!
TicketsExplore the captivating works of artist Hugo McCloud at the Memorial Art Gallery.
Join us for a festive pumpkin carving contest and Oktoberfest sausage pairing!
Unleash your creativity at the Pumpkin Carving Contest with a free pint!
Explore the dark truths of classical music with Lara St. John's powerful story.
TicketsCelebrate 25 years of Alex Sanchez's Rainbow Boys at Writers & Books!
TicketsExperience the vibrant rhythms of street dance at Versa-Style!
FreeDiscover the vibrant art of Hugo McCloud at this free gallery event!
Meet local chefs and celebrate craft brewing at Lost Borough!
Unleash your creativity at the 4th Annual Pumpkin Carving Contest!
Unleash your creativity at the 2nd Annual Pumpkin Carving Contest!
TicketsExplore the art of writing through the lens of motherhood!
TicketsJoin the Calamari Sisters for a hilarious night of contractions!
Explore the dark truths of classical music with Lara St. John's powerful story.
TicketsExperience a night of magic and entertainment with the Magic Hunks!
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Arts & Culture Events in Rochester NY
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