What an incredible event held at the Rochester Public market. This is a major fundraiser for…read morefoodlink. Come and sample items from over 100 local food purveyors breweries wineries restaurants etc. If you are used to coming down to the market on Saturday, parking for this even is not bad at all. Entrance on Railroad Street had a much shorter line than the Union Street entrance. You get a tote bag, a wine glass and a tasting plate when you arrive. Wander for three hours tasting your favorite samples.. some vendors offered special discount coupons and a few places had items for sale.

This is an outdoor venue and I like to support a local cause and try new food…read more I've come a few times but you would honk they would have a better system of getting people thru the lines and maybe more space for people to walk around. Getting here early and going thru the stations of restaurants are encouraged. It's a 3.5 outta 5 Street parking or the lots

Artisan Market-Christmas in the Country is located in the Rochester Dome Arena for the ultimate…read moreholiday shopping experience, November 9th-11th, during 2018. The 3 day event featured over 200 artisans and artists from across the country, displaying and selling their unique handcrafted creations including gourmet food, wine and spirits, spa quality bath and beauty products, trendsetting jewelry, handpoured aromatic candles, eco-friendly clothing, pottery, original wall art, woodwork, home décor and holiday gift items galore. 8$ at the entrance for normal adults, 3$ I believe for children and there may have been a military discount. Music in entrance by a local grade school. Overall, you'll find pretty interesting stuff- this market I recalled had more alcohol sampling/wine artisans than most markets I have been to. So if you're into handmade or small wineyard wines, this may be a good place to pick up some. You'll find some strange food concoctions too, ranging from none back cheesecake mixes, German waffle things that basically taste mildly plasticky ensuring their boasted 1 year shelf life, sauces, dips, honeys. I thought it was a good experience- things were well made and nice, but it's not one of those creative/novelle places where one goes to discover inspiration/new trends/abstract art/and new styles. There may be some innovation in the way a method has been done, but for I would give this a 3/5 for trend/novel things. It gets a 4/5 for diversity- would have liked to see more hand work and craftmanship rather than wines/food/stencils/sports team stuff. Prices were also about 4/5- market price or matched other festivals I've frequented.

Like a trip back in time …read more The apple umpkin festival in Wyoming county has a real throw back vibe. The town truly is quaint, and very lovely in the fall season. There were plenty of vendors selling seasonal goods, crafts and antiques. There were plenty of reasonably priced pumpkins of all shapes, colors and sizes being sold as well . Just a very cute little festival that I would attend again . There were food vendors with many delicious seasonal foods to try. The apple sausage is back and said to be very good ! Amish baked goods were delicious, chowder , salt potatoes , apple cider slushes and much more . I wish there was more of a draw for children , I think there were some things for the kids, but there could be more . Overall we enjoyed the trip and the surroundings , got some great pumpkins and home decor and had some delicious fall treats ,

My first time going, I wish there was more activities then just vendors & crafts. Maybe some more…read moreactual apple and pumpkin themed things? But I loved the balloon arch display and live music! not sure why there was a trump store/vendor here. . . Kinda put an odd vibe on a cute craft fair, especially the f bombs on half the flags they had on display. In my opinion, not worth the drive from Rochester.

Looking forward to going this year to have fun and enjoy the music. The Greek life, the food…read moreeverything every year I go. I'm so appreciative to having that there

Stopped yesterday on my way home from work as I was dying for a Gyro. The festival itself is mostly…read morefood tents with Greek food, and a festival tent with dancing. I think most people go for the food and watch the dancing for a bit. The church itself is incredible to see, I was amazed at the stained glass windows, and how beautiful it is inside, definitely worth a walk through if you get the chance. The Gyro's I brought home were delicious! I know it's billed as a festival, but I only spent about a 1/2 hour there, If you like Greek food, I recommend, or do take out like me.

Best party nights in the summer. Everyone is out and for the most part it goes better than id ever…read moreexpect. Rochester needs these events. Summer is too short! If rain holds off you see many people you know & can network with. Food bands music drinking and more. Sure idiots any place you go; but overall a rare fun summer gathering party... shame its been reduced. Pathetic actually.

This event continues to impress every year! There are way more vendors than other local festivals…read moreand regional events and the location can't be beat on the canal. It's kid friendly, has food for ALL tastes and I also found it very accessible for strollers, etc.

I LOVE Fairport Canal Days! There's always awesome artists and other vendors, good food and a…read morebeautiful canal path to walk. Great way to spend a weekend with family and/or friends.

I absolutely love this Festival. I remember coming here when I was younger and enjoying the food…read moreand the events. Fast forward 20+ years, and I introduced it to my wife. It starts off with a nice pleasant drive through some really beautiful country along scenic Canandaigua Lake. We come in from the North, and since we arrive early in the morning parking is plentiful. However, there is a 10-15 minute walk to get to the center of the festival area. Along the way, you can look at the small stores selling their wares (books, records, etc.) and peruse the many garage sales that pop up along main street. When you arrive at the festival, you are hit with a three-fold attack of (1) great carnival food, (2) lots of arts and crafts vendors, and (3) live music and the cacophony of thousands of people in one space. Aside from the typical kettle corn, fried dough, and sausage sandwiches, you can feast on anything and everything that can be made with a grape... pies, cakes, cookies, cotton candy, ice cream, etc. Frankly, it is a bit overwhelming but in a wonderful way. We don't usually buy too many crafts or artwork (and if you do, be warned that you will need to carry it back to your car somehow) but we do enjoy some things that are just necessary on a day like this: Carnival Waffles (which you cannot get outside of Western NY, and asking about them will just lead to blank stares), grape pie, and lots of bottled water. Who has the best grape pie? If you read the signs, that will narrow it done but I try a new place every time and seem to enjoy them all. Grape pie tastes like blueberry + wine... yummy! There are wine vendors too, and a nearby winery offers tasting and I think tours though we have never done it. This festival takes the best things in life and combines them. Carnival food minus the weird looking carnys; beautiful New York fall scenery with lovely, sunny weather; amazing arts and crafts with plenty of useless made in China junk and dozens of yard sales thrown in, and people having fun. Just watch the bikers that try and ride down Main Street every year only to get stuck in traffic. Even then they are having a blast. The local school gets involved too with various fundraisers. Hint: when you buy food from the area next to the school, make sure you get all the ketchup you need before you go and sit down on the grassy knoll. Navigating the crowds to get the small things you forgot with your food is no fun. I cannot wait until September when I can go again!

I have a love/hate relationship with the Naples Grape Festival. On the one hand you have a great…read moreopportunity to get your hand on some of the greatest Grape pies around. On the other, crowds of people, money trap, long waits to get in and out of the village. Here's what's lacking: *Not much (good)entertainment *Everyone is selling anything and everything (junk included) *Crowded sidewalks where people stop directly in the middle without regard to the line of others behind them. *A long drive from the city Here's what I love: *Views of the lake on the drive down *Views of fall foliage *Joseph's Wayside Market *Grape pocket cookies from the church in the center of town *Jeni's Pies are the best *Plenty of (paid) parking at Hazlitt *Wine slushies from Hazlitt YUM! In the past there seemed to be more artisans, but this year it felt like there were vendors just selling anything. It felt overwhelming with so many people crammed in in the sidewalks. I'll admit it's a great walk from one end of town to the other. Make your way to the south end to check out Joseph's. If you've never been, it's worth the trip, just be prepared for people to stop in front of you without warning because they can't text and walk at the same time!

Dear Fringe Festival- you never do disappoint... especially this year.. Cirque Du Fringe Claws Up…read morewas a laugh fest full of Oooh's and Ahh's - I mean first the Spiegeltent is such a wonderful venue, second Dawn's Spiegelgarden has great selection of drinks and the vibe is always chill and creative.. I look forward to the Rochester Fringe Fest every year!!! Till next year... Claws Up!!!!

This festival truly has something for everyone! The performance art ranges from music, to plays,…read moreart exhibits, dance, acrobatics, and comedy. These events can take place all across the city of Rochester, as there are many different experiences over the course of the festival. I've seen impressive large scale performances at the fringe festival such as a performance by Bandaloop on the side of five star city bank. I've also seen modernized Shakespeare as well as Drunk Shakespeare (Shotspeare). All of these experiences were top notch. I'd highly recommend attending at least one event each year! Check out the festival schedule early to grab your tickets for headliners before they sell out!

Put on by the German-American Societies of Rochester, this little festival is always a good time…read more $5 for admission. When you walk in there is an ATM, and all of the heritage flags from the different regions of Germany. There is a big dance floor area where people can let loose and have a good time with the performers. There's a beer slide game, and a nail and hammer game. Some vendors also bring little fedoras and German flags. Giant pretzels are $11. Beers (spaten, franziskahner, etc.) is about $6 a pint, and they offer pitchers. They have German wine and blue toad hard cider as well. We also purchased food, with sauerkraut, German potato salad and bratwurst. We had a great time.