The Corn Hill Arts Festival is an annual celebration of creativity, culture, and community in Rochester, NY's historic Corn Hill neighborhood. Since its inception in 1969, this cherished event has become a vibrant showcase of artistic talent, featuring over 300 artists, live performances across four stages, and activities for all ages. With its blend of fine art, music, and neighborhood charm, the festival brings together thousands of visitors each year, fostering community connections and enriching Rochester's cultural landscape!

Oatka Festival in LeRoy: July 18 & 19, 2026: Each year the Oatka Festival, held on the banks of the scenic Oatka Creek, starts off with a gala musical parade. Many local churches and organizations provide the food choices and the continuous entertainment is family oriented. Another highlight of the Festival is the arts and crafts show overlooking the scenic Oatka Creek. Festival Site Open 10am-5pm both days. Parade at 11am on Saturday, Car Show at 11am on Sunday, Duck Derby at 5pm on Sunday. Please remember that pets, skateboards and bikes are not allowed on the festival site.

Saturday, July 25 & Sunday, July 26, 2026, 10:00 am - 4 pm: An expo for the ages! Explore what was brand new, cutting edge, and mind-blowing in America’s first hundred years, who came and went through the Genesee Valley, the shift from craft to commerce, and innovation’s impact on everyday life.

Tour of one of the only working 19th-century breweries in the United States. Hear our costumed interpreters talk about harvesting and processing hops. Stop by our historic kitchens to taste 19th-century food with recipes that include ale and learn how families might have used hops medicinally.

Right next door to the Rush Fall Festival, Saturday, September 19, the New York Museum of Transportation and the Rochester & Genesee Valley Railroad Museum will be offering a rare treat: ride a vintage trolley car and transfer to a real freight train for a rare and unique experience. The only place in the country with two rail museums connected by a ride! Trolleys depart throughout the day, and the fare is $15 per person, free to kids age 4 and under.