When you go to the Lilac Festival this weekend, think about the master gardener who planted the namesake attractions in Highland Park.
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โRagtimeโ evokes history through rhythm and rhyme
JCC CenterStage production showcases struggles and hopes of America past and present.
Rochester misses the boat on fast-growing Great Lakes cruises
Great Lakes cruise lines will stop at more than 40 ports this summer โ but Rochester won’t be one of them.
Wampum exhibit at Ganondagan is a homecoming for history
A touring exhibit brings Haudenosaunee artifacts back to Ganondagan.
The RPO brings Verdi’s ‘Rigoletto’ to life
The performance continues a series of popular operas in concert at Kodak Hall
The Company Theatre finds a home in Temple Building, announces 2023-24 season
The Company Theatre will stage its 2023-24 season in its new permanent home: Temple Theater on Franklin Street in downtown Rochester.
Sought-after sounds at Payton Violins
A violin maker makes a home in the former CITY newsroom in NOTA.
Get out of the CITY with our camping quiz
Our camping quiz will help pair you with the perfect place to pitch a tent within a short drive of Rochester.
Call for Creatives: May Edition
Our roundup of arts grants, calls for proposals and submissions, and other items of note.
Seรกn Barna gets real in Rochester
The Philadelphia-based artist recorded his first album with indie label Kill Rock Stars at Macedon’s 1809 Studios, and will launch his tour at Radio Social on May 11.
Rochester Music Hall of Fame Awards serve up surprises
The 10th annual event brought together Fagan, Majestics, and even Eagles.
A complete guide to 54 summer (and fall) festivals
Plan out the next five months with CITYโs comprehensive list of the best festivals in the region.






