Event
Fri, Nov 6 · 6–9 pm
Funtastic Glow Night
Friday and Saturday evening trampoline sessions with the lights down and glow lighting on.
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Updated November 5, 2026
Things to do with kids in Rochester this weekend
Every family event we track around Rochester from Friday to Sunday, day by day: library programs, holiday events, shows, festivals and free fun. Tap any event for times, ages, price and directions.
This weekend: Nov 6–8
Friday, Nov 6 3 events
Event
Event
Fri, Nov 6 · During library hours
Children's Room Scavenger Hunt at Pittsford Library
Find the hidden characters around the Children's Room. An easy free stop on Election Day or Veterans Day.
Event
Fri, Nov 6 · 7:05 pm
Amerks Youth Hockey Night
A home game against the Hartford Wolf Pack that celebrates local youth hockey players and teams.
Saturday, Nov 7 13 events
Event
Sat, Nov 7 · 6–9 pm
Funtastic Glow Night
Friday and Saturday evening trampoline sessions with the lights down and glow lighting on.
Event
Sat, Nov 7 · 3:15 pm / 8:00 pm / 2:15 pm
Laser Stranger Things
A 57-minute laser show set to music from the Stranger Things soundtrack, a hit with tweens and teens. Contains flashing lights; late shows are for ages 5+.
Event
Sat, Nov 7 · 9:30–10:00 am
Baby Storytime at Fairport Library
Stories, rhymes and songs for babies up to 24 months, followed by open play with the library's toys.
Event
Sat, Nov 7 · During library hours
Children's Room Scavenger Hunt at Pittsford Library
Find the hidden characters around the Children's Room. An easy free stop on Election Day or Veterans Day.
Event
Sat, Nov 7 · 2:00–3:30 pm
Author Visit: Shauna J. Grant at Penfield Library
The Mimi and Baby-Sitters Little Sister graphic novel cartoonist talks about her books and signs copies; every child who attends gets a free book. Aimed at grades K–5, seats are limited.
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.
Event
Sat, Nov 7 · 10:30–11:30 am
Fire Safety with the Pittsford Fire Department
Pittsford firefighters talk home fire safety and show kids their gear. All ages.
Event
Sat, Nov 7 · 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–12:00 pm & 1:00–2:30 pm
LEGO Building Workshop: Mini Arcade
Local LEGO club builders walk participants step by step through a miniature arcade cabinet to take home. Tickets required.
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.
Event
Sat, Nov 7 · 11:00 am–3:00 pm
National Toy Hall of Fame Celebration
A weekend celebrating this year's Toy Hall of Fame inductees, with a cardboard and Lincoln Logs construction zone, slime play, an American Girl activity and a Nutcracker preview performance.
Event
Sat, Nov 7 · 1:00–3:00 pm
Robot Revelry (Perinton)
The Fairport Robotics Team brings robots and STEM activity booths for all ages. Free, but enroll everyone in the family who's coming.
Event
Monthly, through Nov 7
Stars with Carl
A monthly live sky show run on the planetarium's original 1968 Carl Zeiss star projector. A nice pick for space-curious kids and teens.
Sunday, Nov 8 5 events
Event
Sun, Nov 8 · During library hours
Children's Room Scavenger Hunt at Pittsford Library
Find the hidden characters around the Children's Room. An easy free stop on Election Day or Veterans Day.
Event
Sun, Nov 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
Sun, Nov 8 · 11:00 am–3:00 pm
National Toy Hall of Fame Celebration
A weekend celebrating this year's Toy Hall of Fame inductees, with a cardboard and Lincoln Logs construction zone, slime play, an American Girl activity and a Nutcracker preview performance.
Event
Sun, Nov 8 · 10:00 AM or 12:30 PM
Sugar Plum Fairy Tea Party
Rochester City Ballet dancers perform a short Nutcracker retelling, then kids meet the Sugar Plum Fairy and do holiday crafts with cocoa and treats. It sells out most years, so book early.
Event
Sun, Nov 8 · 10:30 am
Wild Walk: Rockin' Rocks
A guided hike of up to 3 miles looking at unusual rocks on the property and the ice-age story they tell. Best for kids 7 and up.
Running all weekend light shows, exhibits and seasonal events
Event
Select days, midday shows
Moon Joy: To the Moon with Artemis II
A family-friendly 45-minute dome show that follows the Artemis II crew around the Moon and ends with a tour of tonight's Rochester sky. Showings listed through Dec 5.
Event
Select nights; most games 7:05 pm, some weekend 3:05/5:05 pm
Rochester Americans Home Games
AHL hockey downtown. Home dates in the window: Oct 30, Nov 4 (ASL Night), 6, 13, 14, 27, Dec 5, 16, 18, 19, 21, 27 and Jan 2. Sensory kits are available at every game.
Event
School-year club; contact Central Library for practice times, through Dec 31
Central Library Esports Club
The Central Library runs a scholastic esports team for middle and high schoolers, with team spots open during the school year. Teen Central on the 2nd floor also has a gaming area.
Event
Most days; theme changes weekly, through Nov 29
Play Lab Drop-In Crafts
Weekly-changing hands-on projects in the Play Lab, with November themes like story-in-the-stars writing, rocket launch pads, alien collages and sci-fi puppets.
Event
Nov 7 – Jan 3 · Museum open days
Sweet Creations Gingerbread Display
Dozens of gingerbread creations, plus wreath and tabletop-tree displays, fill the Eastman mansion for the holidays.
Next weekend: Nov 13–15
Friday, Nov 13 4 events
Event
Fri, Nov 13 · 6–9 pm
Funtastic Glow Night
Friday and Saturday evening trampoline sessions with the lights down and glow lighting on.
Event
Fri, Nov 13 · See website (hours not yet posted)
Canandaigua Christkindl Market
A German-style Christmas market on the Granger Homestead grounds that kicks off the season in Canandaigua. Past years have run free shuttles from nearby lots, so check parking before you go.
Event
Fri, Nov 13 · Wed & Sun 1–5 pm; Thu–Fri 1–7 pm; Sat 11 am–5 pm
Granger Homestead Festival of Trees
More than a hundred decorated trees and wreaths, some made by student groups and families, fill the historic homestead.
Event
Fri, Nov 13 · 10:15–11:00 am (some 11:30 am)
KinderZoo
Themed toddler classes (ages 18 months–3) with crafts, games and an animal visit. November themes are frogs and water; December covers tortoises and animal homes. Registration required.
Saturday, Nov 14 7 events
Event
Sat, Nov 14 · 6–9 pm
Funtastic Glow Night
Friday and Saturday evening trampoline sessions with the lights down and glow lighting on.
Event
Sat, Nov 14 · 9:30–10:00 am
Baby Storytime at Fairport Library
Stories, rhymes and songs for babies up to 24 months, followed by open play with the library's toys.
Event
Sat, Nov 14 · See website (hours not yet posted)
Canandaigua Christkindl Market
A German-style Christmas market on the Granger Homestead grounds that kicks off the season in Canandaigua. Past years have run free shuttles from nearby lots, so check parking before you go.
Event
Sat, Nov 14 · Wed & Sun 1–5 pm; Thu–Fri 1–7 pm; Sat 11 am–5 pm
Granger Homestead Festival of Trees
More than a hundred decorated trees and wreaths, some made by student groups and families, fill the historic homestead.
Event
Sat, Nov 14 · 10:15–11:00 am (some 11:30 am)
KinderZoo
Themed toddler classes (ages 18 months–3) with crafts, games and an animal visit. November themes are frogs and water; December covers tortoises and animal homes. Registration required.
Event
Sat, Nov 14 · 11:00 am–3:00 pm
Native American Heritage Month Celebration
A day of activities at The Strong marking Native American Heritage Month.
Event
Sat, Nov 14 · 10:00 am–12:00 pm
Storytime Under the Stars at the Planetarium
Local author-illustrator Scott Gibala-Broxholm reads Are You Out There? with the pictures projected on the dome, then signs books in the lobby.
Sunday, Nov 15 5 events
Event
Sun, Nov 15 · See website (hours not yet posted)
Canandaigua Christkindl Market
A German-style Christmas market on the Granger Homestead grounds that kicks off the season in Canandaigua. Past years have run free shuttles from nearby lots, so check parking before you go.
Event
Sun, Nov 15 · Wed & Sun 1–5 pm; Thu–Fri 1–7 pm; Sat 11 am–5 pm
Granger Homestead Festival of Trees
More than a hundred decorated trees and wreaths, some made by student groups and families, fill the historic homestead.
Event
Sun, Nov 15 · 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
Glass Fusing Family Workshop: 3D Gingerbread House
Families design a glass gingerbread house together, and the studio fires it in the kiln for pickup within two weeks. Ages 5 and up with an adult; no experience needed and snacks are included.
Event
Sun, Nov 15 · 9:30 am–3:00 pm
Recycle Rally
A hands-on day of recycling and sustainability activities around the zoo. A separate Recycle Rally drop-off is listed for Nov 14.
Event
Sun, Nov 15
Shoott Mini Photo Sessions at Fairport Canal
Shoott's 30-minute outdoor mini sessions with a local photographer. Booking is free with no sitting fee; you pay only for the photos you choose, from $25 each, with no minimum.
Running all weekend light shows, exhibits and seasonal events
Event
Select days, midday shows
Moon Joy: To the Moon with Artemis II
A family-friendly 45-minute dome show that follows the Artemis II crew around the Moon and ends with a tour of tonight's Rochester sky. Showings listed through Dec 5.
Event
Select nights; most games 7:05 pm, some weekend 3:05/5:05 pm
Rochester Americans Home Games
AHL hockey downtown. Home dates in the window: Oct 30, Nov 4 (ASL Night), 6, 13, 14, 27, Dec 5, 16, 18, 19, 21, 27 and Jan 2. Sensory kits are available at every game.
Event
School-year club; contact Central Library for practice times, through Dec 31
Central Library Esports Club
The Central Library runs a scholastic esports team for middle and high schoolers, with team spots open during the school year. Teen Central on the 2nd floor also has a gaming area.
Event
Most days; theme changes weekly, through Nov 29
Play Lab Drop-In Crafts
Weekly-changing hands-on projects in the Play Lab, with November themes like story-in-the-stars writing, rocket launch pads, alien collages and sci-fi puppets.
Event
Nov 7 – Jan 3 · Museum open days
Sweet Creations Gingerbread Display
Dozens of gingerbread creations, plus wreath and tabletop-tree displays, fill the Eastman mansion for the holidays.
Event
Nov 14 – Jan 3
Holiday Laser Show
The planetarium's family holiday spectacular pairs seasonal music with lasers and full-dome visuals; evening shows after 6 pm are for ages 5 and up.
In two weeks: Nov 20–22
Friday, Nov 20 6 events
Event
Fri, Nov 20 · 6–9 pm
Funtastic Glow Night
Friday and Saturday evening trampoline sessions with the lights down and glow lighting on.
Event
Fri, Nov 20 · Wed & Sun 1–5 pm; Thu–Fri 1–7 pm; Sat 11 am–5 pm
Granger Homestead Festival of Trees
More than a hundred decorated trees and wreaths, some made by student groups and families, fill the historic homestead.
Event
Fri, Nov 20 · 10:15–11:00 am (some 11:30 am)
KinderZoo
Themed toddler classes (ages 18 months–3) with crafts, games and an animal visit. November themes are frogs and water; December covers tortoises and animal homes. Registration required.
Event
Fri, Nov 20 · Thu–Sat 7:30 PM; Sun 2:00 PM (Fri is ASL-interpreted)
Open Road Theatre: A Christmas Carol
A small, non-musical take on the Dickens story, framed by four kids who lure Scrooge into an old theater. Better suited to tweens and teens who can sit through a straight play.
Event
Fri, Nov 20 · 10:00–10:30 am
Nutcracker Story Time at Pittsford Library
Dancers from the Ballet of New York Arts Collective read The Nutcracker, show a few ballet steps and stay for photos.
Event
Fri, Nov 20 · Fri 4–8 PM; Sat 10 AM–5 PM; Sun 10 AM–4 PM
RMSC Holiday Bazaar
More than 150 artists and crafters fill the museum galleries, and your ticket also gets you into the museum. Kids 12 and under are free, so you can shop a bit and then let them loose in the exhibits.
Saturday, Nov 21 11 events
Event
Sat, Nov 21 · 6–9 pm
Funtastic Glow Night
Friday and Saturday evening trampoline sessions with the lights down and glow lighting on.
Event
Sat, Nov 21 · 3:15 pm / 8:00 pm / 2:15 pm
Laser Stranger Things
A 57-minute laser show set to music from the Stranger Things soundtrack, a hit with tweens and teens. Contains flashing lights; late shows are for ages 5+.
Event
Sat, Nov 21 · 9:30–10:00 am
Baby Storytime at Fairport Library
Stories, rhymes and songs for babies up to 24 months, followed by open play with the library's toys.
Event
Sat, Nov 21 · Wed & Sun 1–5 pm; Thu–Fri 1–7 pm; Sat 11 am–5 pm
Granger Homestead Festival of Trees
More than a hundred decorated trees and wreaths, some made by student groups and families, fill the historic homestead.
Event
Sat, Nov 21 · 10:15–11:00 am (some 11:30 am)
KinderZoo
Themed toddler classes (ages 18 months–3) with crafts, games and an animal visit. November themes are frogs and water; December covers tortoises and animal homes. Registration required.
Event
Sat, Nov 21 · Thu–Sat 7:30 PM; Sun 2:00 PM (Fri is ASL-interpreted)
Open Road Theatre: A Christmas Carol
A small, non-musical take on the Dickens story, framed by four kids who lure Scrooge into an old theater. Better suited to tweens and teens who can sit through a straight play.
Event
Sat, Nov 21 · Fri 4–8 PM; Sat 10 AM–5 PM; Sun 10 AM–4 PM
RMSC Holiday Bazaar
More than 150 artists and crafters fill the museum galleries, and your ticket also gets you into the museum. Kids 12 and under are free, so you can shop a bit and then let them loose in the exhibits.
Event
Sat, Nov 21 · 10:00 am–3:00 pm
Holiday Mini Sessions at Woody Acres Tree Farm
Christmas tree farm mini sessions by Optimum Influence Media, with a rain date of Sat Nov 28. The page says both that walk-ins are welcome and that it is appointment-only, so book ahead to be safe.
Event
Sat, Nov 21 · 11:00 am–3:00 pm
In Another Galaxy
A sci-fi weekend with costumed 501st Legion characters, drawing lessons, a scavenger hunt and a Saturday talk by the author of Mickey7.
Event
Sat, Nov 21 · Daytime (check site)
Maker Faire Rochester
A big hands-on show of robots, games, crafts and STEM demos from 100+ local makers. Great rainy-day outing for curious kids.
Event
Sat, Nov 21 · 10:00–11:00 am
Santa's Welcome Parade at Eastview Mall
Santa arrives at the Sundial entrance (#2) at 10 and leads a parade through the mall with the Fairport Fire Department Band, ending at the carousel. He's in his chair for visits from 11.
Sunday, Nov 22 6 events
Event
Sun, Nov 22 · Wed & Sun 1–5 pm; Thu–Fri 1–7 pm; Sat 11 am–5 pm
Granger Homestead Festival of Trees
More than a hundred decorated trees and wreaths, some made by student groups and families, fill the historic homestead.
Event
Sun, Nov 22 · Thu–Sat 7:30 PM; Sun 2:00 PM (Fri is ASL-interpreted)
Open Road Theatre: A Christmas Carol
A small, non-musical take on the Dickens story, framed by four kids who lure Scrooge into an old theater. Better suited to tweens and teens who can sit through a straight play.
Event
Sun, Nov 22 · Fri 4–8 PM; Sat 10 AM–5 PM; Sun 10 AM–4 PM
RMSC Holiday Bazaar
More than 150 artists and crafters fill the museum galleries, and your ticket also gets you into the museum. Kids 12 and under are free, so you can shop a bit and then let them loose in the exhibits.
Event
Sun, Nov 22 · 11:00 am–3:00 pm
In Another Galaxy
A sci-fi weekend with costumed 501st Legion characters, drawing lessons, a scavenger hunt and a Saturday talk by the author of Mickey7.
Event
Sun, Nov 22 · 3:30–4:45 pm
Holiday Art Workshop (Pittsford Rec)
A holiday art class for ages 6–12 at the Pittsford Community Center. Register through Pittsford Rec.
Event
Sun, Nov 22
Shoott Mini Photo Sessions at Corbett's Glen
Shoott's 30-minute outdoor mini sessions with a local photographer. Booking is free with no sitting fee; you pay only for the photos you choose, from $25 each, with no minimum.
Running all weekend light shows, exhibits and seasonal events
Event
Select days, midday shows
Moon Joy: To the Moon with Artemis II
A family-friendly 45-minute dome show that follows the Artemis II crew around the Moon and ends with a tour of tonight's Rochester sky. Showings listed through Dec 5.
Event
Select nights; most games 7:05 pm, some weekend 3:05/5:05 pm
Rochester Americans Home Games
AHL hockey downtown. Home dates in the window: Oct 30, Nov 4 (ASL Night), 6, 13, 14, 27, Dec 5, 16, 18, 19, 21, 27 and Jan 2. Sensory kits are available at every game.
Event
School-year club; contact Central Library for practice times, through Dec 31
Central Library Esports Club
The Central Library runs a scholastic esports team for middle and high schoolers, with team spots open during the school year. Teen Central on the 2nd floor also has a gaming area.
Event
Most days; theme changes weekly, through Nov 29
Play Lab Drop-In Crafts
Weekly-changing hands-on projects in the Play Lab, with November themes like story-in-the-stars writing, rocket launch pads, alien collages and sci-fi puppets.
Event
Nov 7 – Jan 3 · Museum open days
Sweet Creations Gingerbread Display
Dozens of gingerbread creations, plus wreath and tabletop-tree displays, fill the Eastman mansion for the holidays.
Event
Nov 14 – Jan 3
Holiday Laser Show
The planetarium's family holiday spectacular pairs seasonal music with lasers and full-dome visuals; evening shows after 6 pm are for ages 5 and up.
Event
Nov 21 – Dec 24 · Daily Nov 21–Dec 24
Visit Santa at Eastview Mall
Santa's set is up from Nov 21 through Christmas Eve. Booking a slot online saves standing in line, and the early-booking code is good for visits on or before Dec 11.
Event
Daily Nov 21–Dec 24, through Dec 24
Visit Santa at The Mall at Greece Ridge
Santa is in Center Court from Nov 21 through Christmas Eve. Reservations are optional (walk-ups welcome when possible); book a time at whereissanta.com/mall/0043.
Cold or rainy? Indoor picks open all weekend
Indoor play
Open regularly · Pittsford
Bounce Hopper
New York's largest indoor inflatable playground, across from Pittsford Plaza: bounce houses, obstacle courses, a 30-foot slide and a toddler area for ages 1–12.
Indoor play
Open regularly · Rochester
Ontario Play & Cafe
Screen-free indoor play for kids 10 and under, with a water table, foam blocks and a climber, plus an on-site café.
Trampolines & active
Open regularly · Victor
Funtastic Adventure Park
Trampolines and a Gel Blaster arena for big kids, plus a separate KidZone with slides and a ball pit for toddlers and kids under 48 inches. Attached to Eastview Mall.
Indoor play
Open regularly · Rochester
Roc City Circus
Community circus-arts school with aerial, juggling and acrobatics classes.
Indoor play
Open regularly · Rochester
Dice Versa
Rochester's board game lounge, where one cover charge buys unlimited time with a big library of games. Good for families with school-age kids and teen hangouts.
Museums & attractions
Open regularly · Rochester
The Strong National Museum of Play
A huge museum devoted to play, with hands-on zones for little kids plus classic and modern video game exhibits that keep tweens and teens busy. Fridays and Saturdays it stays open until 8pm.
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