All Ages | Beyond the Nest (Rochester)

Mill Art Center and Gallery

Mill Art Center & Gallery provides an environment in which the community can express and develop their artistic abilities through instruction, observation and interaction with professional artists. Our unique blend of classroom studios and professional gallery exhibition space encourages students to immerse themselves in art, with inspiration from instructors and the art that surrounds them. Children and teen classes follow the public school calendar.
at the historic Lower Mill 61 North Main St.
Honeoye Falls , NY , 14472 42° 57' 21.5748" N, 77° 35' 19.4784" W
Mill Art Center & Gallery, North Main Street, Honeoye Falls, NY, USA

Porter Farms

4th-generation, family-operated organic vegetable farm in Elba, NY (Genesee County). Certified organic by NOFA-NY since 1990. Large and small CSA shares available for pickup in Rochester & Buffalo.
4911 Edgerton Rd. PO Box 416
Elba , NY , 14058
Phone: (585) 757-6823
43° 3' 46.044" N, 78° 9' 16.9416" W

Stokoe Farms

There is a reason readers continually vote Stokoe Farms as their favorite area farm. Summer Events, their ever-popular Harvest Fest in the fall, and the magic of their Christmas Tree Season means there is something for the whole family! Hours vary, see StokoeFarms.com for a detailed calendar.
656 South Road
Scottsville , NY , 14546
Phone: (585) 889-0770
42° 59' 35.466" N, 77° 46' 20.7624" W

Genesee Country Village & Museum

Only 25 minutes from downtown Rochester, spark your curiosity at Genesee Country Village & Museum - New York State's largest living history museum! Explore our 19th-century Historic Village, our John L. Wehle Gallery, and our Nature Center with 5+ miles of nature trails. Explore special events, daily historic happenings, kids camps, workshops, and more at www.gcv.org.
1410 Flint Hill Road PO Box 310
Mumford , NY , 14511
Phone: (585) 538-6822
42° 59' 33.594" N, 77° 52' 48.4284" W
Genesee Country Village & Museum, 1410 Flint Hill Road, Mumford, NY 14511, United States

Rochester Museum & Science Center (RMSC)

Immerse yourself in the incredible world of science, history, space, and nature. Follow your curiosity from the depths of our lakes to the edge of the universe. Participate in classes, camps and events for all ages. All at the RMSC Museum & Science Center, the RMSC Strasenburgh Planetarium, and the RMSC Cumming Nature Center.
657 East Avenue
Rochester , NY , 14607
Phone: 585.271.4320
43° 8' 59.5068" N, 77° 35' 22.632" W
RMSC (Rochester Museum & Science Center), 657 East Avenue, Rochester, NY 14607, USA

OFC Creations Theatre Center / Old Farm Cafe

The new OFC Creations Theatre Center (3450 Winton Pl, Rochester, NY 14623), opened in July 2020, is a multi-purpose arts center focused on youth theater education and performances, mounting professional plays and musicals, hosting community events, presenting out-of-town entertainers, and providing much-needed performance space to local arts groups. The center offers classes in acting, singing, and dancing; school field trips and tours; community events; and theater camps during summer and school. OFC runs ROC Summer Theatre Experience: The largest theatre summer camp program in upstate NY.
3450 Winton Place
Rochester , NY , 14623
Phone: 585-667-0954
43° 5' 50.3196" N, 77° 34' 42.9564" W
OFC Creations Theatre Center, 3450 Winton Place, Rochester, NY 14623, USA

Eastman Community Music School

We are a community music school bringing classical and jazz private lessons, group classes, and ensemble experiences to musicians aged 4 months to 99!
26 Gibbs Street
Rochester , NY , 14604
Phone: (585) 274-1400
43° 9' 28.1124" N, 77° 36' 3.708" W
26 Gibbs Street, Rochester, NY 14604, United States

The Hochstein School

Providing excellent music and dance instruction to anyone who is interested – regardless of age, level of skill, background, or ability to pay. Year-round classes and summer camps in music, dance, and other aspects of the arts for toddlers through adults. We aim to nurture and inspire each individual, and to welcome all to our community.
50 N. Plymouth Ave
Rochester , NY , 14614
Phone: (585) 454-4596
43° 9' 21.24" N, 77° 36' 56.5596" W
The Hochstein School, 50 N Plymouth Ave, Rochester, NY 14614, USA

Seneca Park Zoo

Seneca Park Zoo inspires our community to connect, care for, and conserve wildlife and wild places. Situated on 15.5 acres along the Genesee River, the Zoo is a gem among Greater Rochester’s family attractions.
2222 St. Paul Street
Rochester , NY , 14621
Phone: 585-336-7200
43° 11' 48.7356" N, 77° 37' 2.8704" W
Seneca Park Zoo, 2222 St Paul St, Rochester, NY 14621, USA

RocVentures Climbing Gym

RocVentures is Rochester’s longest operating indoor climbing gym, offering top roping, bouldering, lead climbing, and ropes challenges. With rental gear and starter classes for beginners, affordable memberships for regulars, and special events for our robust community, RocVentures is a space for climbers of all levels.
1044 University Ave.
Rochester , NY , 14607
Phone: (585) 442-5462
43° 9' 14.3064" N, 77° 34' 23.7972" W
RocVentures Climbing, University Avenue, Rochester, NY, USA

YMCA of Greater Rochester

The YMCA of Greater Rochester is a place where individuals and families from all walks of life are welcome and where they may learn, grow, and thrive together. Our branches offer swimming, sports, wellness classes, child care, and much more. Join our family today!
Multiple locations throughout
Rochester , NY , 14624 43° 5' 59.604" N, 77° 45' 32.868" W
Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC), Brooks Avenue, Rochester, NY, USA

Bach to Rock Penfield Music School

Bach to Rock Penfield is a locally owned music school in Penfield, NY, offering lessons for all ages and skill levels in the Rochester area. We provide private and virtual lessons for all instruments, early childhood classes, band and glee club opportunities, music camps, DJ lessons, music production courses, and MUSE—a program for aspiring singer-songwriters. We also offer on-site homeschooling programs, birthday parties, and more!
2160 Penfield Road Suite 1
Penfield , NY , 14526
Phone: 5853643766
43° 7' 54.9084" N, 77° 26' 34.7676" W
Bach to Rock Penfield, Penfield Road, Penfield, NY, USA

Tim Hortons Iceplex

Tim Hortons Iceplex is western New York's largest multi-sport participatory facility that offers a wide range of programs, activities and special events including public ice skating year round! We offer various ice skating activities, field trips, group outings and much more! Come see us, we're more than just ice!
2700 Brighton-Henrietta Townline Road
Rochester , NY , 14623
Phone: 585-424-4625
43° 5' 15.4068" N, 77° 38' 6.72" W

G and S Orchards

G and S Orchards is a 150-acre real working, full-time family-owned fruit and vegetable farm that specializes in growing high-quality fruit and vegetables with exceptional flavor. Fruits and vegetables grown on the farm are available through the Retail Farm Stand, You Pick, and CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) shares. G and S Orchards offers farm fresh produce spring through fall available at the farm stand. G and S Orchards' mission is to operate a diverse, self-sufficient and profitable farm by growing and marketing the highest quality produce. Gary and Stephanie strive to maintain fair and reasonable pricing as well as provide a positive and educational experience for their customers.
825 Atlantic Avenue (Route 286)
Walworth , NY , 14568
Phone: (315) 524-3823
43° 9' 55.5876" N, 77° 20' 18.5928" W

Louis S. Wolk Jewish Community Center of Greater Rochester

The JCC is a vibrant community center with a two-floor fitness facility, family pool, lap pool, and outdoor splash pool, 300-seat theater, and an array of programs and services for all ages. The JCC is the place for total wellness and provides sports and fitness programs, wellness services, early childhood education, before & after school care, summer camps, Jewish life, and adult learning programs. The JCC is open and welcoming to ALL in the community.
1200 Edgewood Avenue
Rochester , NY , 14618
Phone: 585-461-2000
43° 5' 46.2768" N, 77° 33' 57.0852" W

Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra (RPO)

Since its founding by George Eastman in 1922, the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra has been committed to enriching and inspiring our community through the art of music! Each year, your RPO provides the greater Rochester area with exceptional, engaging performances to enrich and inspire. Each season is crafted to create a diverse mix of education programs, progressive performances that blend genres, and showcase talented musicians.
255 East Avenue LL02
Rochester , NY , 14604
Phone: 585-454-2100
43° 9' 25.0668" N, 77° 36' 13.5" W
Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra - Patron Services Center, 255 East Avenue, Rochester, NY 14604, United States

RCCM International

Christian Church on Lyell Road in Gates. Pastor is Steven Galvano.
3177 Lyell Rd
Rochester , NY , 14606
Phone: 585.247.4444
43° 9' 48.5568" N, 77° 42' 46.9188" W
Rochester Christian Church Ministries, 3177 Lyell Rd, Rochester, NY 14606, USA

Rochester Americans Ice Hockey (Amerks)

Professional ice hockey team competing in the North Division of the American Hockey League - Top development team of the Buffalo Sabres of the National Hockey League. Play at Blue Cross Arena October through April.
Blue Cross Arena One War Memorial Square
Rochester , NY , 14614
Phone: 585.454.5335. ext: 3005
43° 9' 15.426" N, 77° 36' 41.4288" W
Blue Cross Arena, War Memorial Square, Rochester, NY 14614, USA

Greece Athena Performing Arts

Greece Athena Theatre is a performing arts center located on Long Pond Road in Rochester, NY. Our newly renovated theater features more spacious seating including balcony seats. Our performances and performers have been recognized for many awards over the years including the Rochester Broadway Theatre League Stars of Tomorrow. Attending a musical or theatrical play is truly a magical and extraordinary experience. Our performances are always changing, so check back often!
Greece Athena Performing Arts Center 800 Long Pond Road
Rochester , NY , 14612 43° 14' 42.0252" N, 77° 41' 35.1672" W
Greece Athena High School, Long Pond Road, Rochester, NY, USA

Dance Connection - Rochester, NY

Happy Kids Since 1987! We inspire students to dance, have fun, and make new friends. Our dance school provides quality dance education in a supportive, non-competitive environment, believing that dance is for everyone. Children can enjoy tap, ballet, jazz, hip hop, modern, musical theatre, African, tumbling, and much more! Adults can also join in with classes like Hip Hop, African, Modern, Ballet, Tap, and Jazz. Come see why our students are always smiling!
1385 Empire Blvd
Rochester , NY , 14609
Phone: 585-654-7654
43° 10' 23.4012" N, 77° 31' 1.9128" W
Dance Connection, Empire Boulevard, Rochester, NY, USA

DICK'S House of Sport at Eastview Mall

DICK'S House of Sport is a leading omni-channel sporting goods retailer offering an extensive assortment of authentic, high-quality sports equipment, apparel, footwear and accessories. Eastview Mall location in Victor, NY.
200 Eastview Mall
Victor , NY , 14564
Phone: (585) 282-0000
43° 1' 50.6064" N, 77° 26' 37.8348" W
DICK'S House of Sport, Eastview Mall, Victor, NY, USA

CountryMax Stores

Does your child love animals? Then CountryMax is the perfect place to celebrate. You choose the event. We make it memorable. Kids’ birthday parties. Dog birthday parties. Small Pet Meet & Greet parties. Breyer® Horse painting parties. Even DIY Backyard Fun Kit parties, where kids can make their bird house, bird feeder or other crafts.
Rochester/Buffalo Area
. , NY , 14564
Phone: 585-924-4850
42° 58' 49.1628" N, 77° 25' 12.792" W

Imagine RIT: Creativity + Innovation Festival

The Imagine RIT: Creativity and Innovation Festival is the university’s signature event, a showcase that displays the ingenuity of students, faculty and staff. Imagine RIT will be held in-person on Saturday, April 29th. Discover multimedia presentations, exhibits, demonstrations, research projects, performing arts, and more in-person all online at rit.edu/imagine!
1 Lomb Memorial Drive
Rochester , NY , 14623
Phone: 585-475-4733
43° 5' 2.3352" N, 77° 40' 28.3512" W
Rochester Institute of Technology, 1 Lomb Memorial Drive, Rochester, NY 14623, USA

Montezuma Audubon Center

The Montezuma Audubon Center (MAC), located in Savannah, NY, is a state-owned facility operated through a cooperative agreement between the New York State DEC and the National Audubon Society. The MAC houses a large exhibit area, classroom, nature store, office area, auditorium, and a meeting room. Its 198 acres features five different types of habitat, two restored freshwater marshes, a one-mile hiking trail, and an all-access observation platform.
2295 State Route 89
Savannah , NY , 13146
Phone: 315.365.3588
43° 5' 31.056" N, 76° 45' 53.6904" W
Montezuma Audubon Center, 2295 State Route 89, Savannah, NY 13146, USA

Eastman School of Music - Concert Office

Concert Information - many concerts open to the Rochester community are free and family-friendly.
26 Gibbs Street
Rochester , NY , 14604
Phone: (585) 274-1109
43° 9' 28.1124" N, 77° 36' 3.708" W
Eastman School of Music, Gibbs Street, Rochester, NY, USA

George Eastman Museum

The George Eastman Museum is located in Rochester, New York, on the estate of George Eastman, the pioneer of popular photography and motion picture film. Founded in 1947 as an independent nonprofit institution, it is the world’s oldest photography museum and one of the oldest film archives. The museum holds unparalleled collections—encompassing several million objects—in the fields of photography, cinema, and photographic and cinematographic technology, and photographically illustrated books.
900 East Avenue
Rochester , NY , 14607
Phone: 5853274800
43° 9' 10.008" N, 77° 34' 48.4356" W
George Eastman Museum, 900 East Avenue, Rochester, NY 14607, USA

Writers & Books

Located in the Neighborhood of the Arts, Writers & Books offers innovative programs for creative readers and writers aged 5-95!
740 University Ave
Rochester , NY , 14607
Phone: 585-473-2590 x107
43° 9' 19.8648" N, 77° 34' 58.1088" W
Writers & Books, 740 University Ave, Rochester, NY 14607, USA

The Riedman Fish Hatchery at Powder Mills Park

The Riedman Fish Hatchery at Powder Mills Park is open year-round, offering a unique opportunity to observe brown and rainbow trout species at different stages of development. A popular destination for families, the hatchery provides an engaging and educational experience for visitors of all ages. Knowledgeable staff are on duty Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and most weekends from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., ready to share insights about the fish and hatchery operations. Plus, visitors can even feed the fish, making for a fun and interactive experience!
115 Park Road
Pittsford , NY , 14534
Phone: 585-678-9791
43° 2' 49.5384" N, 77° 28' 37.11" W
Riedman Fish Hatchery, Park Road, Pittsford, NY, USA

Rochester Contemporary Art Center (RoCo), 137 East Ave, Rochester, NY 14604, United States

Location:

137 East Ave.
Rochester, NY, 14604
United States

Phone:

585-461-2222

*FREE* International Call for Art - 6x6

Dates: 
04/04/2026
Time: 
12pm- 5pm Wednesday through Sunday, and 12pm-9pm on Fridays

Location:

PO BOX 1898
McDonough, GA, 30253
United States

Location:

PO BOX 1898
McDonough, GA, 30253
United States

2026 Day of the Dead 1M, 5K, 10K, 13.1, 26.2

Dates: 
10/03/2026
11/01/2026
11/07/2026
Time: 
10:00am

National Park Service, 1849 C St NW, Washington D.C., DC 20240, United States

Organization:

National Park Service

Location:

1849 C St NW
Washington, DC, 20240
United States

Phone:

202-208-6843

2026 Free Entrance Days in the National Parks

Dates: 
02/16/2026
05/25/2026
06/14/2026
Time: 
See website for details.

Location:

PO BOX 1898
McDonough, GA, 30253
United States

2026 Full Armor of God 1M, 5K, 10K, 13.1, 26.2

Dates: 
02/28/2026
03/28/2026
04/25/2026
Time: 
9:00AM