November 8 & 9: Step back in time and experience the charm of 19th-century winter traditions at Genesee Country Village & Museum’s Preparing for the Holidays! Wander through the Historic Village as villagers preserve food, stitch warm garments, and ready their homes for the snowy season ahead. Enjoy captivating Indigenous storytelling inside the cozy Brooks Grove Church, and shop for one-of-a-kind, handcrafted gifts at the festive Holiday Market—just in time for your seasonal giving! Warm up with hearty eats from the Depot Restaurant or grab a hand pie and hot drink at Hosmer Taproom. Plus, spread some holiday cheer by contributing to the Thanksgiving-themed food drive supporting local families. It’s a weekend full of history, heart, and holiday spirit—only 25 minutes from downtown Rochester!

November 15 – January 5, 2026: 45 minutes / For all ages: The Planetarium's family holiday spectacular returns as our new state-of-the-art laser system and full-dome visualization system combine to create a more colorful and immersive experience than ever before. This show features your favorite holiday songs played back-to-back, from Mariah Carey to Mannheim Steamroller, choreographed with dancing laser light among the stars of the Planetarium sky.

For the first time in forever it is time for the holidays to begin! Join Queen Elsa and Princess Anna as they signify the beginning of the most wonderful time of year by lighting our Christmas tree! Accompanied by their memorable friends, Elsa and Anna invite attendees of all ages with their families to take part in this interactive event. Featuring live music, snowflake making, and photos with the Royal sisters, the excitement kicks off with Elsa using her magic to light our magnificent tree.

Join us for a lovely holiday outing! Don’t miss this exclusive holiday event at GCV&M! Our Afternoon Tea includes a selection of tea varieties, finger sandwiches, and sweet treats. This year’s teas will be set in our cozy fire-side lounge bedecked for the holidays. Enjoy your tea service, a roaring fire, and holiday shopping in the Flint Hill Store.

Dec 12-14 and 17-23: Gates open at 6pm nightly. Register for your free ticket now! Christmas at RCCM is truly a magical place…. It’s a place filled with wonder, excitement, and Christmas cheer! Christmas at RCCM consists of 4 major attractions. Plus don’t miss RCCM’s Musical Light Show Spectacular! Tens of thousands of color-changing lights animated all across the RCCM campus will leave you in awe! All FREE! Each show is about 20 minutes in duration, and each runs continuously from 6-9pm each night.

Based on the iconic animated film and beloved children’s book, Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas!, the musical features the hit songs "You're A Mean One Mr. Grinch" and "Welcome Christmas" from the original animated television special. 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. Starring Garrett Clayton as The Grinch!