Things to do this weekend in and around Rochester
Friendly fun in Rochester for May 1-3, 2026
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Friday, May 1, 2026
Kick off your weekend with an exclusive treasure hunt at the Antiques & Artisans Show Preview Party from 5:30-8:30 pm at Genesee Country Village & Museum, where families can snag unique finds and get free entry for Saturday's main event! Music lovers will adore the free performance of Eastman Philharmonia and Eastman-Rochester Chorus presenting Mendelssohn's Elijah at 7:30 PM in Kodak Hall. Nature enthusiasts can join a delightful wildflower walk, Early Spring Wildflowers: Field Trip to Breese Park in Henrietta, spotting spring beauties and bluebells from 10:30am-12:30pm. For a dose of laughter and creativity, catch the Stages of the Game Improv Student Showcase at 7pm, featuring improv games and performances perfect for kids interested in comedy.
Saturday, May 2, 2026
Art and culture shine at the Antiques & Artisans Show from 10 am-4 pm at Genesee Country Village & Museum, where you can browse 19th-century treasures and local crafts with the whole family. Young climbers will scale new heights with Guided Climbing at RocVentures Climbing Gym in various sessions, perfect for first-timers to build confidence and have a blast. Families seeking adventure can enjoy Safari Tours at Hidden Valley Animal Adventure, taking an open-air tour through 63 acres to view and feed exotic animals like camels, zebras, and llamas. For young space explorers, the Astronaut - Where Science Meets Space exhibit at RMSC offers hands-on cosmic challenges, simulating zero-gravity and rocket launches through May 3 only!
Sunday, May 3, 2026
Theater magic awaits with 9 to 5 The Musical Jr at OFC Creations Theatre Center in varying showtimes, a fun adaptation full of empowerment and tunes for all ages. Families can also enjoy another opportunity to visit Safari Tours at Hidden Valley Animal Adventure, where the adventure continues with open-air tours and the chance to pet and feed smaller, friendly animals in their Small Animal Adventure area.