There’s so much to do and see during Festival Season! Here are some ideas to get you and your family off to a great start. Many of these festivals take place locally in the Greater Rochester area. So don’t miss out on family-fun and excitement!
Summer Fairs & Festivals
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ST. RITA’S ANNUAL FIESTA – June 3-4
Family-oriented event: Rain or Shine! Delicious Food, Kids’ Attractions, Inflatables, Raffle, and on Saturday, a 5K and 10K Race: 8:30am. Friday: 5-10pm. Sat: 2-10pm St. Rita Church, 1008 Maple Drive, Webster. 671-1100. www.saintritawebster.org
ROCHESTER GREEK FESTIVAL – June 2-5
Opa! Live entertainment, dancing, traditional Greek food, children’s activities and church tours. 11am-11pm. Greek Orthodox Church of the Annunciation, 962 East Ave, Rochester., 244-3377. www.rochestergreekfestival.org
MENDON FIRE DEPARTMENT CARNIVAL – June 2-4
Rides, games, food, live music, BBQ dinners on Thurs and Fri, Fireworks on Thurs, huge parade at 6:30pm Sat. Presented by the Mendon Volunteer Firefighters. 1-5pm The Mendon Fire Department Firemen’s Field, 101 Mendon Ionia Road, Mendon. 585-624-1738. www.mendonfd.org
SULFUR SPRINGS FESTIVAL – JUNE 3-4
Features arts & crafts, live musical acts, games and activities for kids, lots of food, a parade at 6pm on Saturday evening, and much more. Friday: 4-8pm Saturday: 9am-9pm. Main Street, Downtown Clifton Springs, NY. www.sulphurspringsfestival.com
FAIRPORT CANAL DAYS – JUNE 3-5
Chicken BBQ on Friday, 4:30-9pm. Arts and crafts festival with a variety of artisans, food vendors, children’s activities and live music. Wine, chocolate and cheese tasting on Saturday and Sunday. Sat 10-6pm, Sun 10-5pm Main Street, Fairport along the Erie Canal. www.fairportcanaldays.com
HAMLIN WHEEL FEST – JUNE 4
Great music, entertainment and family fun! Food and crafts. Lots of activities for kids. Swap Meet, Silent Auction. Crafts from 10am – 6pm. Festival through 10pm. Hamlin Fireman’s Field, 1521 Lake Rd. (Rte. 19), Hamlin. www.hamlinny.org
THE FAST & THE FURRIEST 2015 – JUNE 4
Annual road races, dog walk, and pet festival to help raise funds and awareness for Rochester Animal Services. Live music, exhibitors, vendors and a variety of activities. Don’t miss the pet contests, 10K & 5K races, and clinics. 7am – 2pm. Verona Street Animal Society, 184 Verona St., Rochester, 727-2533. www.cityofrochester.gov
19TH WARD COMMUNITY SQUARE FAIR – JUNE 4
Food, crafts, music, kids’ games, clowns and more. Pancake Breakfast: 8:30-10am, Lunch Grill: 10am ‘til the food is gone, Parade: 11am, Booths open 10am-4:30pm. 8am-4:30pm. Aberdeen Square Park (Aberdeen & Post Avenue), Rochester. www.19wca.org
FINGER LAKES PLEIN AIRE COMPETITION & FESTIVAL – JUNE 7-12
Fabulous outdoor painting competition! Watch 45 talented artists from across the country paint the beauty of Canandaigua & the Finger Lakes region. Thursday & Friday all day. Quick Draw Competition & Community Paint Out Competition for cash prizes. Awards to follow each event. Sat 9:30-11:30am & 1-3pm. Downtown Canandaigua. Exhibition & Sale Sun 12-4pm. Sonnenberg Gardens Carriage House, 151 Charlotte St, Canandaigua. 394-0030. www.fingerlakespleinair.com
ANNUAL ALBION STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL – JUNE 10-11
A festival full of fun, food, handmade crafts, activities, a Saturday morning parade and an afternoon turtle race, not to mention strawberries galore. Fri: 11am-9pm, Sat: 10am-8pm. Court House Square, Main St (Route 98), Albion. 589-7727. www.albionstrawberryfestival.com
ANNUAL ALLENTOWN OUTDOOR ART FESTIVAL – JUNE 11-12
Enjoy the beauty of Buffalo’s weather in June, the charm and uniqueness of the Allentown area and the quality of the art and crafts presented by over 400 juried exhibitors. 11am-6pm. Allentown Historic Preservation District, Buffalo. www.allentownartfestival.com
KEUKA ARTS FESTIVAL – JUNE 11-12
This fine art and skilled craft show is held annually, only a few blocks from downtown Penn Yan. The event is free and will feature live entertainment and activities for families. 10am-5pm. Penn Yan Keuka Lake Outlet Trail, Penn Yan. 315-531-9232. www.keukaartsfestival.com
STREET MACHINES OF ROCHESTER OUTDOOR AUTO SHOW – JUNE 12
Antiques, classics, street machines, race cars, modified trucks, street rods and motorcycles, street vendors, food, entertainment and much more. 9am-4pm. Badgerow Park, 1120 Latta Rd., Greece. www.streetmachinesofrochester.com
BLOSSOM FESTIVAL – JUNE 12
Traditional German Festival featuring German food, beverages and entertainment. 11am-7pm. Admission: $5 donation (children 16 & under free). Camp Lima, 375 Pond Road, Lima (Factory Hollow Rd. South, off Routes 5&20, between Lima and West Bloomfield – follow signs). 880-8239.
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WAR OF 1812 & JANE AUSTEN WEEKEND – JUNE 18-19
The historic village comes to life with re-enactors portraying shopkeepers, housewives, merchants and soldiers amidst the sounds of fifes and drums; cannons and muskets; and Austen-era music and dancing. 10am-4pm. Free with admission. Genesee Country Village & Museum, 1410 Flint Hill Rd., Mumford. 538-6822. www.gcv.org
ROCHESTER INTERNATIONAL JAZZ FESTIVAL – JUNE 24-JULY 2
Celebrate the 15th edition of the Xerox Rochester International Jazz Festival, featuring 1200 musicians gathered from around the world to perform in more than 250 concerts! Area High School Bands perform also. 4:30-11pm. Downtown Rochester. www.rochesterjazz.com
CELTIC FAIRE – JUNE 25
The Celts in Western New York played a major role in shaping the history of the Genesee Country. Come celebrate the culture, history and traditions of the Scots and Irish through music, dance and authentic food. Bring your lawn chair and camera. 10am-4pm. Included with admission. Genesee Country Village & Museum, 1410 Flint Hill Rd., Mumford. 538-6822. www.gcv.org
ANNUAL CHERRY FESTIVAL – JUNE 25-26.
Enjoy cherry picking, wine, live music, food, arts and crafts vendors, children’s games, hay rides, and fun for the whole family. 9:30am-6pm. Varick Winery & Vineyard, 5102 State Route 89, Romulus. 315-549-8797. www.varickwinery.com .
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