Event
Sat, Nov 7
Fall Colors Mini Sessions at Tinker Nature Park
Candid family mini sessions with Lori and Erin Photography among the fall colors at Tinker Nature Park. Book a slot online in advance.
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Thu, Nov 26 · Kids' run 8:30 AM; 5-mile 9:00 AM; 2-mile run/walk 9:20 AM
Kids' Half-Mile Fun Run at The Feast Thanksgiving Day Run
Rochester's big downtown Thanksgiving morning race has a free half-mile run for kids 10 and under before the grown-ups head out. It's an easy way to get the wiggles out before the turkey.
- When
- Thu, Nov 26
- Times
- Kids' run 8:30 AM; 5-mile 9:00 AM; 2-mile run/walk 9:20 AM
- Ages
- Toddlers, Kids
- Price
- Free for kids 10 & under
- Setting
- Outdoor
- Where
- Blue Cross Arena (start), 100 Exchange Blvd, Rochester, NY 14614
More holiday events
Event
Event
Sat–Sun Nov 7–8 · 10 am–3 pm
Holiday Market & Preparing for Winter
Shop handmade gifts at the museum's holiday market, then wander the historic village to see how 19th-century families got ready for winter.
Event
Sat, Nov 7 · 10:30 AM step-off
Monroe County Veterans Day Parade
The county's Veterans Day parade steps off the Saturday before Veterans Day. Bring a flag and let the kids wave to the veterans as they go by.
Dates confirmed November 5, 2026 from the organizer (source). Plans change, so check before you go.
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