Kids Activities in the Rochester New York Area | Kids Out and About Rochester

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Bone-Chilling Tales by Candlelight at Hull Family Homestead

Enter the shadowy world of 19th century literature at the historic Hull Family Home and Farmstead. Follow a candlit path through the historic site as actors bring haunting tales, eerie characters, and timeless stories to life. Tours are about 60 minutes long and are not recommended for kids under 12.
Dates: 
10/16/2026
10/17/2026
Every 30 minutes from 6 - 7:30 pm
Location: 
Hull Family Home & Farmstead, 5976 Genesee St, Lancaster, NY 14086, USA
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Clouds of Creativity Wednesday Class at Ladybugs Play

Wednesdays: Clouds of Creativity arts and crafts classes are tailored to preschoolers and early elementary children. Each class features a new theme, craft, story time, and playtime. Parents/guardians accompany their children while they create alongside peers and enjoy the indoor play space. The first hour is for crafting and story time, and the last 30 minutes is for enjoying the indoor play space at Ladybugs Play in Fairport. 
Dates: 
10/14/2026
10/21/2026
10/28/2026
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Location: 
Ladybugs Play, Whitney Road West, Fairport, NY, USA
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REGISTER TODAY for Spooky Science Day on Oct 24!

Come join the University of Rochester for our annual Spooky Science Day event!  Every year, several clubs on campus set up demos, activities, and crafts that are geared toward getting kids interested in STEM.  This year we plan to have balloon rocket races, astronomy activities, tesla coils, electricity experiments, robotic arms, marshmallow tower challenges, a plasma cannon, oozing solutions, a haunted house, and plenty of other fun items, including free candy and other goodies!  This year, the event will be held on Saturday, October 24th from 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM at 480 Intercampus Dr, Rochester, NY. 
Dates: 
10/24/2026
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Location: 
480 Intercampus Drive, Rochester, NY, USA
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