Things to Do near Rochester, NY

Series of seasonal markets featuring local produce, baked goods, crafts, plants, food trucks, and artisan vendors.

Recurring open-air artisan market with dozens of vendors selling self-made goods, art, textiles, and more, often with entertainment.

Regular art and craft markets with vendors, food, and entertainment in Rochester.

Seasonal farm harvest festival with activities, vendors, and family events near Rochester.

Family-friendly fall community celebration in downtown Canandaigua with pumpkin decorating, costume parade, petting zoo, performances, and activities.

Craft beverage festival with 25+ brands, 50+ pours, live music, and artisan vendors at Hotel Canandaigua.

Holiday-focused craft and vendor fairs with local makers and goods.

Holiday craft market for local artisans in Rochester.

Multi-day artisan and craft shopping event featuring handcrafted goods, jewelry, art, and more.

Juried annual holiday arts and crafts sale with over 150 exhibitors offering ceramics, jewelry, woodwork, and more.

Juried holiday arts and crafts sale with over 150 exhibitors at the Rochester Museum & Science Center.

Large holiday festival and shopping village with vendors, ice skating, food, and family activities in downtown Rochester.

Curated holiday artisan markets in Rochester featuring independent makers and local goods.

Long-running Rochester holiday market tradition with dozens of vendors selling trees, wreaths, decorations, specialty foods, crafts, and seasonal items; includes Santa visits and carriage rides.

Themed indoor flea markets and vendor events in Rochester with $50 booths for artists, makers, and small businesses.

Holiday-focused vendor market in downtown Rochester.

Holiday market with local produce, crafts, and goods in the Rochester area.

Rochester's annual holiday festival with shopping village, ice skating, Santa visits, food trucks, and vendors in a festive atmosphere.

Community holiday craft show.

Annual holiday craft and vendor event accepting applications for 2026.

Downtown Rochester holiday market with vendors and seasonal goods.

Winter craft vendor event in Rochester.

Multi-day art and craft market showcasing local artists, artisans, and creative entrepreneurs with handmade products.

Pop culture, comic, toy, and collectibles expo with exhibitor and artist alley vendor tables.

Wedding industry expo at the Riverside Convention Center featuring vendors for bridal, gifts, and related CPG products.

Wine, spirits, and food sampling event with vendors and entertainment.

Large spring festival with juried artists, craftspeople, small businesses, food vendors, and entertainment in Highland Park.

Weekly Sunday open-air artisan marketplace with crafts, fine art, flea items, and food booths in downtown Rochester.

Curated market focused on books, bookish handmade items, and boutique goods with vendor booths.

Curated market for books, bookish handmade items, and boutique goods in Pittsford.

Annual outdoor juried arts festival in historic neighborhood featuring fine art, crafts, food, and entertainment.

Annual county fair with livestock shows, entertainment, vendors, and exhibitor hall in Canandaigua; vendor spaces available inside and outside.

Juried fine arts and crafts festival on the grounds of the Memorial Art Gallery.

A large 3-day fine art festival with over 250 artist vendors, food, and entertainment attracting around 50,000 patrons.

Annual showcase of 200+ local artists and makers with food trucks and live music.

Nationally recognized artisan holiday market with exclusive handmade holiday creations from artists.