Introduction
Looking for fun, affordable, and family-friendly things to do this summer around Rochester and Monroe County? Whether you’re a lifelong local or planning a family visit, Summer 2025 is packed with activities that spark creativity, adventure, and connection. From scenic cruises and festivals to free museum days and unique experiences like alpaca yoga—this guide has something for everyone.
Family Adventures & Cruises
Puzzling Adventures Scavenger Hunt
📍 Rochester, NY
📅 Daily | ⏰ 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
💵 $39.95 per team ($10 EVENTPASS discount available)
🔗 Start your scavenger hunt
Erie Canal Lock 32 Cruise on Sam Patch
📍 Pittsford, NY
📅 May 11 – Oct 31, 2025 | ⏰ 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM
💵 $30 Adults, $25 Students, Kids under 3 Free
🔗 Tour info
Riverie Canal Cruises
📍 Downtown Rochester
📅 May 22 – Oct 31, 2025 | ⏰ 11:30 AM – 6:00 PM
💵 Prices vary by age and discounts available
🔗 View schedule
Birding Cruises & Unlocking the Past Series
📍 Riverie & Sam Patch
📅 Select dates June–October
⏰ Mornings & Afternoons
💵 $25–$35 depending on event and age
🔗 Cruise listings
🎨 Fitness, Arts & Learning
Alpaca Yoga
📍 Lazy Acre Alpacas, Bloomfield
📅 Tuesdays & Saturdays | ⏰ 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
💵 $20
🔗 Join a session
Art & Story Stroll – Spring Package
📍 Memorial Art Gallery
📅 May 23 – June 13 | ⏰ Fridays 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
💵 Free for kids, $70 for adults
🔗 More details
Intro to Climbing, Family Nights & Kids Belay
📍 RocVentures & Central Rock Gym
📅 Weekly sessions available
💵 Starting at $30
🔗 Try climbing
🎶 Music, Festivals & Community Events
Roc 6.19 Jazz Festival
📍 Highland Park
📅 June 1 | ⏰ 1:00 PM – 8:00 PM
💵 Free
🔗 Event info
Movies With a Downtown View
📍 Downtown Rochester
📅 June 13, July 18, August 29 | ⏰ 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
💵 Free
🔗 Watch under the stars
Harborfest at Ontario Beach
📍 Charlotte, Rochester
📅 June 20–22
💵 Free
🔗 Festival schedule
ADK Outdoor Expo
📍 Mendon Ponds Park
📅 June 14 | ⏰ 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
💵 Free
🔗 Explore outdoors
Egyptian Festival & Juneteenth Celebration
📍 West Henrietta & The Strong Museum
📅 June 6–7 & June 14
💵 Free
🔗 Festival info, Juneteenth details
🍽️ Food Trucks, Markets & Special Events
Live Music & Food Trucks at 20 Deep Winery
📍 Honeoye Falls
📅 Fridays | ⏰ 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM
💵 Free
🔗 See line-up
Let’s ROC Market at College Town
📍 College Town, Rochester
📅 June 14 | ⏰ 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
💵 Free
🔗 Browse vendors
Firefly Fridays at Genesee Country Village
📍 Mumford, NY
📅 Fridays in June | ⏰ 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
💵 $13–$15
🔗 Visit the village
Father’s Day Fun – BBQs & Car Show
📍 Honeoye Falls & Canandaigua
📅 June 15
💵 Varies
🔗 Sonnenberg Garden
🌟 Bonus Freebies & Deals
Amazon Free Afternoons at RMSC
📍 Rochester Museum & Science Center
📅 June 4, July 2, August 6 | ⏰ 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
💵 Free
🔗 Visit RMSC
Roc 6.19 5K Run/Walk
📍 Genesee Valley Park
📅 June 19 | ⏰ 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
💵 $13.50 Virtual / $28.50 Day Of
🔗 Register here
