APRIL 4
KINDER ZOO
Families can visit Seneca Park Zoo for fun and educational activities for young kids. “Beneficial Bugs” for children eighteen months to three years of age runs from 10:15 a.m.–11 a.m. “Safari Time” for children three years to five years of age runs from 11:30 a.m.–12:15 p.m. These events also run at the same times on April 8 and 12. Tickets available for purchase on the website.
10:15 a.m.–12:15 p.m.
Seneca Park Zoo
2222 St Paul St., Rochester
336-7200
APRIL 6
SENSORY SUNDAY
Sensory Sunday at the RMSC is an opportunity for people of all ages with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Sensory Processing Disorder, or other developmental disabilities to access a more sensory-friendly experience at the RMSC Museum & Science Center! Features will include dimmed lighting of fluorescent bulbs, social stories emailed ahead of time, designated quiet areas, and sensory-friendly activities. Pay-what-you-can registration required, available on website.
9:30–11 a.m.
Rochester Museum and Science Center
657 East Ave., Rochester
271-4320
APRIL 11
FAMILY TREK IN THE TWILIGHT
Family Trek in the Twilight offers guests a unique opportunity to experience the Zoo after hours! This special evening event includes a pizza dinner, an animal presentation, games, and a guided twilight tour of the zoo, providing a chance to see it in a whole new light.
5:45–9:30 p.m. Tickets available for purchase on the website.
Seneca Park Zoo
2222 St Paul St., Rochester
336-7200
APRIL 12–18
SPRING BREAK: SPACE WEEK
It’s Space Week at the RMSC! Celebrate all things celestial, create your own galaxy, learn about astronauts, and experience out-of-this-world activities. Tickets available for purchase on the website.
Rochester Museum and Science Center
657 East Ave., Rochester
271-4320
APRIL 13
BONNY BUNNY’S EASTER ADVENTURE BRUNCH
Follow Bonny Bunny, an excitable young rabbit, as she searches to retrieve her lost bonnet and, with the help of her new friend Farmer McGregor, journey home to her mother for the Easter celebration. This heartfelt and interactive tale includes music by John Denver, Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Dolly Parton, The Carpenters and Fleetwood Mac. Children will enjoy following and interacting with the story, dancing to the Bunny Hop, and a meet and greet with the Easter Bunny. Ticket price includes the show and the brunch—please note that the brunch will be a pre-set buffet, not OFC’s normal menu. Suggested for young ones ages three to eight years old. Tickets are by reserved seating.
10:30 a.m.
Old Farm Cafe
3450 Winton Pl., Rochester
667-0954
MAY 9-18
ROCHESTER LILAC FESTIVAL
This is year 127 of the Rochester Lilac Festival, the largest free festival of its kind. Held in Highland Park, a Frederick Law Olmstead–designed park, the Rochester Lilac Festival attracts more than a half a million visitors from all over the world annually. The event traditionally begins on Mother’s Day weekend each May. No registration required.
Highland Park
180 Reservoir Ave., Rochester
753-7270
MAY 10–11
MOTHER’S DAY WEEKEND BRUNCH TRAIN RIDE
Celebrate Mom for all she does with a fun train adventure and good food. Enjoy a relaxing train ride to Currier’s station where Catered Creations will serve a delicious brunch. Tickets available for purchase on the website.
11 a.m.–2 p.m.
278 Main St., Arcade
492-3100
MAY 18
GOIN’ DOWN THE BAYOU BRUNCH
Guest will enjoy a yummy brunch cooked up by princess Tiana. All of Tiana’s friends will be at this bayou brunch. The celebration will begin with guests taking their seats throughout the enchanted farmyard until the brunch buffet is served. There will be live musical performances by Tiana and her friends including a sing-a-long. Attendees are encouraged to dress up in their favorite royal costume.
10:30 a.m.
Old Farm Cafe
3450 Winton Pl., Rochester
667-0954
JUNE 7
ROYAL PRINCESS TRAIN
This is a fun railroad adventure with three beloved princesses. The train ride will begin with royal introductions followed by some storytelling. Guests will get the chance to take pictures with all the princesses and even enjoy a live musical performance. Princesses of all ages are welcome to join in on the fun.
1 p.m.
Arcade & Attica Railroad
278 Main St., Arcade
492-3100
JUNE 7–8
CANAL DAYS
Fairport Canal Days will celebrate its forty-eighth year as one of the premier juried art festivals in the Northeast, alongside the scenic village on the historic Erie Canal. This festival kicks off Friday night with a chicken BBQ event and live music. The art festival runs for two days and features 150 art vendors, dozens of food vendors and a KidZone. No registration required.
10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Erie Canal
Downtown Fairport
JUNE 17–22
BACK TO THE FUTURE: THE MUSICAL
Back to the Future, the beloved cinematic classic, is now a Broadway musical with its destination set for Rochester in 2025. This show includes original music by Alan Silvestri and Glen Ballard, alongside hit songs from the movie. Tickets available for purchase on the website. Tuesday–Friday: 7:30 p.m., Saturday: 2 p.m. & 8 p.m., and Sunday: 1 p.m. & 6:30 p.m.
West Herr Auditorium Theatre
885 E. Main St., Rochester
222-5000
This article originally appeared in the Spring 2025 issue of (585) Kids.
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