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10 Free Summer Activities in Rochester

By Kelly Zaryk, Publisher and Editor of Macaroni Kid Eastside of Rochester June 5, 2024

Looking for family fun around the Eastside of Rochester that doesn't break the budget? 

Try one of these 10 fun things to do with the kids in or near Rochester. 

1.  Splash Pads๐Ÿ’ฆ:

2.  Attend an outdoor concert๐ŸŽถ and/or Movie๐ŸŽฅ :

3.  Visit a Museum for FREE

Borrow a Museum Pass from your local library branch and visit one of many local museums and attractions for free with your family. 

Find details on your local library site. 

4.  Catch those fish๐ŸŽฃ 

Check out a full list here

5.  Read, Read, Read!

Sign up for a summer reading program and make it a weekly outing to choose books. Kids can also participate in Barnes & Noble's summer reading challenge and earn a FREE book. LIBRARY ๐Ÿ“š 

6.  Play!

Visit a new-to-you park or playground this summer.

7.  Visit the Animals

Local spots found here

8.  Take a Hike ๐Ÿฅพ 

Plan a family hike - check out our Hike Guide

9.  Free Carousel ๐ŸŽ rides on Tuesdays and Wildlife Rockstars on Wednesdays at Eastview Mall during Summer Break!

10.  Bring the littles to at Long Acre Farms 

ABC Preschool Club

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You'll find most of these ideas on our daily calendar. Sign up (it's also FREE!) and we'll send you a reminder of what's happening once a week.