Rochester, NY Events

Rochester Young Professionals Networking Events

Thu, Apr 23, 2026 – Fri, Apr 23, 2027

Rochester Young Professionals hosts a variety of events designed to foster career growth, skill-building, and professional networking opportunities for young professionals in the Greater Rochester area. Events include engaging panels, discussions, casual meetups, and workshops focused on professional development and community engagement.

Finger Lakes Chamber Music Festival 2026

Fri, Jun 26, 2026 – Fri, Jul 24, 2026

Experience chamber music at Hunt Country Vineyards in Branchport with performances of Schubert, Beethoven and more. The festival supports artistic development with free shows over three dates, featuring premieres and classical masterpieces. Ideal for music professionals and chamber music enthusiasts.

2026 USGAA Midwest Finals

Sat, Jul 25, 2026

The Midwest GAA hosts a regional championship for Hurling, Gaelic Football, Ladies Football, and Camogie, serving as a pivotal qualifying event for the national USGAA Finals. This event attracts sports professionals and offers networking opportunities in the sports and events industry.

ROCExplorer Challenge Scavenger Hunt

Tue, Jul 28, 2026

Fun educational team-building event in downtown Rochester. Bring your office or community team to find clues, explore downtown sights, and celebrate key business and community leaders. An afternoon full of fun, learning, and ROCExploration designed for professional networking and team building.

Monthly Organizing Meeting - Rochester Python Meetup

Tue, Jul 28, 2026

For too long there has been shroud of mystery on the inner workings of the RocPy organization! We invite fellow members to join us for our monthly organizer's meeting. Enjoy food, drink, and help plan the upcoming meetings of RocPy. This group thrives on the attendance and support of its members! Usually held every 4th Tuesday of the month.

Start Making Sense: A Tribute to Talking Heads and The Dip

Thu, Jul 30, 2026

Join fellow professionals at Party in the Park for a night of live tribute music to Talking Heads and The Dip, perfect for networking and enjoying local culture in Rochester, NY.

JJ Grey & Mofro and The Wood Brothers Concert

Sat, Aug 1, 2026

Attend an evening concert featuring JJ Grey & Mofro and The Wood Brothers at The Perinton Amphitheater. A great setting for professional networking and enjoying live music in Fairport, NY.

Smash Mouth and Sophistafunk Concert

Thu, Aug 6, 2026

Network with other professionals while enjoying live music performed by Smash Mouth and Sophistafunk at Party in the Park, Rochester, NY.

Business Before Hours Networking at Lawley

Fri, Aug 7, 2026

Casual networking event to build working relationships among members while highlighting Lawley, an independent insurance and employee benefits firm.

Monthly Social Lunch - August 2026

Fri, Aug 7, 2026

It's been hard keeping up with everybody since in-person events had to stop and winter is literally coming, so let's set aside an hour per month on the first Friday to just talk about whatever.

Greater ROC Young Professionals' Conference

Wed, Aug 12, 2026

The annual Greater ROC Young Professionals' Conference unites leaders aged 21 to 40 from across the Greater Rochester region for professional development, networking, and career growth. This conference empowers young leaders, amplifies community impact, and provides a platform for the next generation's voice.

Blackberry Smoke Concert

Thu, Aug 13, 2026

Enjoy an opportunity to network with adult professionals while listening to Blackberry Smoke live at Party in the Park, Rochester, NY.

Hoochenanny Festival

Fri, Aug 14, 2026 – Sun, Aug 16, 2026

National music headliners meet world-class whiskey at this festival in Center Park West in Fairport, NY. Live music will be presented on two outdoor stages, and whiskey experiences will be hosted in a large custom-built tent, combining entertainment and industry networking opportunities.

Monthly Organizing Meeting - Rochester Python Meetup

Tue, Aug 25, 2026

For too long there has been shroud of mystery on the inner workings of the RocPy organization! We invite fellow members to join us for our monthly organizer's meeting. Enjoy food, drink, and help plan the upcoming meetings of RocPy. This group thrives on the attendance and support of its members! Usually held every 4th Tuesday of the month.

Clothesline Arts Festival 2026

Sat, Aug 29, 2026

The M&T Bank Clothesline Arts Festival, hosted by the Memorial Art Gallery on August 29-30, 2026, is Rochester’s longest-running celebration of the arts. This two-day open-air exhibition features over 300 juried artists with a festival pass that includes museum admission. It is ideal for professionals in the arts, culture, and creative industries to network and explore new opportunities.

Monthly Social Lunch - September 2026

Fri, Sep 4, 2026

It's been hard keeping up with everybody since in-person events had to stop and winter is literally coming, so let's set aside an hour per month on the first Friday to just talk about whatever.

Greater Rochester Chamber Inclusive Leadership Award

Wed, Sep 16, 2026

Event celebrating organizations that excel in cultivating inclusive workplaces that foster respect, collaboration, and opportunity. Recognizes leadership in creating positive and inclusive work cultures that drive success and economic growth in the Greater Rochester community.

Over the Edge Rappelling Event

Thu, Sep 17, 2026

Participate in the inaugural Over the Edge Rappelling Fundraiser at Hyatt Regency Rochester. Challenge yourself by rappelling down one of Rochester’s tallest buildings while supporting The Arc of Monroe. More details to come!

Upcoming events

Rochester Young Professionals Networking Events

Finger Lakes Chamber Music Festival 2026

2026 USGAA Midwest Finals

ROCExplorer Challenge Scavenger Hunt

Monthly Organizing Meeting - Rochester Python Meetup

Start Making Sense: A Tribute to Talking Heads and The Dip

JJ Grey & Mofro and The Wood Brothers Concert

Smash Mouth and Sophistafunk Concert

Business Before Hours Networking at Lawley

Monthly Social Lunch - August 2026

Greater ROC Young Professionals' Conference

Blackberry Smoke Concert

Hoochenanny Festival

Monthly Organizing Meeting - Rochester Python Meetup

Clothesline Arts Festival 2026

Monthly Social Lunch - September 2026

Greater Rochester Chamber Inclusive Leadership Award

Over the Edge Rappelling Event