FEATURED EVENTS

Christmas at RCCM 2024: FREE FAMILY FUN at Rochester's Greatest Indoor Christmas Spectacular!

Christmas at RCCM is truly a magical place—a place filled with wonder, excitement, and Christmas cheer! It features thrilling rides, heartwarming attractions, and unforgettable family fun that are sure to become a holiday tradition for your family. Attractions include Miracle, our 4D motion ride; Raffadali’s Great Adventure; and IllumiNATIONS, our campus-wide light show spectacular. All the attractions at Christmas at RCCM are free of charge and open to the public. Don’t miss this extraordinary event that guests have called “Amazing,” “Spectacular,” and “Not to be missed,” while the Democrat & Chronicle says, “The Christmas Story goes Disney.”

Dates:

12/13/2024

12/14/2024

12/15/2024

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Organization:

RCCM International

Location:

3177 Lyell Rd

Rochester, NY, 14606

United States

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Phone:

585.247.4444

Stages presents The Prom (School Edition) Dec 13-15, 2024

Friday, Dec 13 - Sunday, Dec 15: Four eccentric Broadway stars are in desperate need of a new stage. So when they hear that trouble is brewing around a small-town prom, they know that it’s time to put a spotlight on the issue…and themselves. The town’s parents want to keep the high school dance on the straight and narrow—but when one student just wants to bring her girlfriend to prom, the entire town has a date with destiny. On a mission to transform lives, Broadway’s brassiest join forces with a courageous girl and the town’s citizens and the result is love that brings them all together. Performed by talented students in grades 8-12 from all over the Rochester area and beyond. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased at mjtstages.org.

Dates:

12/13/2024

12/14/2024

12/15/2024

Friday, December 13 at 7:30 PM; Saturday, December 14 at 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM; Sunday, December 15 at 2:00 PM

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Organization:

Stages (A Magical Journey Thru Stages)

Location:

875 East Main Street, Suite 380 West Herr Performing Arts Center

Rochester, NY, 14605

United States

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Phone:

585-935-7173

Liberty Pole Lighting 2024 & Parade to Roc Holiday Village

Start the holiday season with a joyful family tradition in downtown Rochester! On Saturday, December 7, 2024, gather at 5 p.m. for the annual Liberty Pole Lighting and Parade to the Roc Holiday Village, sponsored by MVP Health Care. The celebration kicks off with Santa, elves, and costumed friends welcoming everyone as Prime Time Brass plays festive tunes to set the mood. After the lighting ceremony, a family-friendly parade leads to the Roc Holiday Village at Dr. MLK Jr. Park. Enjoy free Santa visits until 8 p.m., ice skating with free rentals (bring your own if possible), unique artisan gifts, delicious food, and photo ops! Kids can join in on fun crafts, and free parking is available at Mortimer Street Garage. Pets are kindly discouraged.

Dates:

12/07/2024

5pm

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Organization:

City of Rochester, NY

Location:

City Hall 30 Church St.

Rochester, NY, 14614

United States

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Phone:

Osipovitch

All Aboard Santa's Wonderland Express!

The Wonderland Express Train Ride this year features six runs daily on our heated, vintage train. You and your family get to enjoy a round-trip train excursion to Curriers Station (the halfway point), which is our North Pole. Children receive a wish list from Santa’s elf to complete during their journey. Once you arrive at the North Pole, there are tons of activities for the whole family to enjoy, including jumping on the lil’ elf sleigh, taking a family photo in Santa’s sleigh, mailing the wish-list, visiting the Elf House, and so much more! Of course, everyone gets a chance to visit Santa in his house with virtually no waiting line.

Dates:

12/06/2024

12/07/2024

12/08/2024

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Arcade and Attica Railroad

Location:

278 Main St.

Arcade, NY, 14009

United States

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Phone:

585-492-3100

Living Nativity at Kelkenberg Farm of Clarence

Join Kelkenberg Farm and St. Paul Lutheran Church for a live telling of the Christmas Story like you've never seen before! Guests will drive through several stops, and watch as the shepherds, angels, animals, and other parts of the living nativity make their way to Bethlehem.

Dates:

12/06/2024

12/07/2024

4:30pm-8pm

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Organization:

Kelkenberg Farm of Clarence

Location:

9270 Wolcott Rd.

Clarence Center, NY, 14032

United States

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Phone:

716-741-4862

Gingerbread House Decorating Workshop at Greece Baptist Church

You bring the creativity. We'll provide all the decorations. Join us for our Gingerbread House Decorating Workshop.

Dates:

12/14/2024

10:00am

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Organization:

Greece Baptist Church

Location:

1230 Long Pond Road

Rochester, NY, 14626

United States

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Phone:

585-225-6160

Pirate Toy Fund's holiday toy drive week 2024: Nov 29 - Dec 7 - How to donate

The Pirate Toy Fund's main holiday toy drive is November 29 - December 7. Drop off a new, unwrapped toy so that a needy child in our area can benefit at the holidays and through the year. Go shopping with your kids and ask them to pick out a toy they know another child in our community would love. Then drop off the NEW, UNWRAPPED TOYS at any area Wegmans locations, Kinecta Federal Credit Union, Eastview Mall, Marketplace Mall, the Mall at Greece Ridge, or Mark's Pizzeria. ...and feel great that you're helping other kids in our area at the time they most need comfort and joy. Please help us raise the 25,000 toys we need by December 7 to ensure that local kids can be supplied with toys year-round. And then join us for the Big Reveal at the Strong Museum the afternoon of Saturday. December 7 to find out if we were successful!

Dates:

12/04/2024

12/05/2024

12/06/2024

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all day

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Organization:

Pirate Toy Fund

Location:

1453 East Main Street

Rochester, NY, 14609

United States

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Phone:

585-271-5519

A Magical Christmas Adventure at Hidden Valley

Get Ready for a Magical Christmas Adventure as Santa and Mrs. Claus bring holiday wonder to Hidden Valley. Decorated in Christmas splendor, The Lodge will host Santa’s Wonderland where you’ll decorate cookies, write letters to the North Pole, take holiday photos and more before boarding your trolley for a journey through Hidden Valley’s Mystical Forest. There you’ll see herds of bison and elk, Randy the camel, llamas, and blackbelly sheep roaming the wintery terrain. Upon your return, pet and feed a variety of live animals in open-air stalls. Five dates only: November 29, 30, December. 1, 7, & 8. Reservations Required. Visit our website for details. Allow 3 hours for the full adventure.

Dates:

12/07/2024

12/08/2024

9am-5pm

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Organization:

Hidden Valley Animal Adventure

Location:

2887 Royce Rd.

Varysburg, NY, 14167

United States

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Phone:

585-535-4100.

Buffalo Philharmonic Presents the Jingle Bell Jam!!

TICKETS ON SALE NOW! A family tradition of festive frivolity, Santa helping conduct the orchestra, and a seasonal souvenir for kids! You definitely don't want to miss this child-friendly holiday favorite! This is a magical, must-see experience for the entire family! Gather your loved ones for a celebration that captures the wonder and excitement of the season, all set to the enchanting backdrop of live orchestral music.

Dates:

12/15/2024

12 and 4 pm

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Organization:

Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra

Location:

786 Delaware Avenue

Buffalo, NY, 14209

United States

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Phone:

716-885-5000

Christmas Around The World In Buffalo

Experience the World of Christmas with 50 + Christmas Trees decorated as they are around the world. Plus themed trees based on what is unique to our community. Shop with local vendors, sip on themed holiday drinks, and enjoy cultural food-dine-in/takeout. Engage with other cultural organizations. Participate in raffles and more. Check for a full holiday schedule of unique theme days with holiday music from different cultures and performances. Plus checkout when there will be an opportunity to meet with Santa. Christmas Around the World in Buffalo will be open every Friday 5 to 9 PM. Saturday: 11 AM to 9 PM, Sunday: 10 AM to 5 PM. November 29th to January 5th EXCEPT DECEMBER 8TH-Christmas Around the World in Buffalo will be closed.

Dates:

12/06/2024

12/07/2024

12/13/2024

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Fridays: 5 to 9 pm; Saturdays: 11 am to 9 pm; Sundays: 10 am to 5 pm

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Organization:

Saint Stanislaus Bishop & Martyr Church

Location:

389 Peckham St.

Buffalo, NY, 14206

United States

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Phone:

(716) 854-5510

Eastman School of Music Presents “Elf in Concert”

Nobody spreads Christmas cheer quite like Buddy the Elf! This holiday season, CineConcerts and Warner Bros. Themed Entertainment announce a once-in-a-lifetime concert event: “Elf in Concert,” bringing the timeless, holiday classic to Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre on Saturday, December 14 at 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM.

Dates:

12/14/2024

2:00 PM & 7:00 PM

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Location:

Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre

60 Gibbs St.

Rochester, NY, 14604

United States

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Phone:

(585) 274-1109

GRCSG Gluten Free Breakfast with Santa

Join us on Saturday, December 7th, for a festive Gluten-Free Breakfast with Santa! Enjoy a delicious breakfast of King Arthur gluten-free pancakes, scrambled eggs, and sausage, all gluten-free, dairy-free, and nut-free. Each ticket includes a tasty chocolate crinkle ("Kringle") cookie from Donna Marie’s Gluten Free Bakery, plus coffee, hot chocolate (not dairy-free), and juice. Bring the whole family to meet Santa and make some magical holiday memories!

Dates:

12/07/2024

9am and 10:30am seatings

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Location:

Genesee Valley Henrietta Moose Lodge 2290

5375 W. Henrietta Rd

West Henrietta, NY, 14586

United States

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Choose and cut Christmas trees at Franke Farms in Marion

We are a Christmas tree farm offering Choose and Cut Christmas trees, pre-cut trees, wreaths, and a country Christmas market.

Dates:

12/06/2024

12/07/2024

12/08/2024

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9am-5pm

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Organization:

Franke Farms LLC

Location:

4514 Eddy Ridge Road 3700 Boss Road (Choose & Cut)

Marion, NY, 14505

United States

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Phone:

315-986-1349

Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical

Discover the magic of Dr. Seuss’ classic holiday tale as it comes to life on stage.Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical is the record-setting Broadway holiday sensation which features the hit songs “You’re A Mean One Mr. Grinch” and “Welcome Christmas” from the original animated special. The Grinch discovers there’s more to Christmas than he bargained for in this heart-warming holiday classic. Max the Dog narrates as the mean and scheming Grinch, whose heart is “two sizes too small,” decides to steal Christmas away from the Holiday loving Whos. Magnificent sets and costumes inspired by Dr. Seuss’ original illustrations help transport audiences to the whimsical world of Whoville and helps remind us of the true meaning of the holiday season. Don’t miss what The New York Times calls “AN EXTRAORDINARY PERFORMANCE! 100 times better than any bedtime story.”

Dates:

12/04/2024

12/05/2024

12/06/2024

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Organization:

Rochester Broadway Theatre League (RBTL) - West Herr Auditorium Theatre

Location:

West Herr Auditorium Theatre 885 East Main Street

Rochester, NY, 14605

United States

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Phone:

(585) 222-5000

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