Here are 10 Ways to Celebrate Spring Break as a Family...
1. Family Movie Night
Spring Break Movie Deals at Regal Movie Theaters Nationwide
Mystery Movie, get ready for an entire Month of Mystery Movie Madness! Every week this month, we’ll have a brand-new mystery for you to try to solve before the big reveal on Monday at 7PM.
Family Movies Made Easy
Regal is making it easier than ever to plan a fun Saturday morning with your kids. On Saturdays, we’re showing your favorite family movies — like The Super Mario Bros. Movie or Harry Potter — for just $2 a ticket at the first showtime of the day.
Get big memories, big movies, and big value. Get tickets to Regal’s Saturday Morning Kids Flicks.
Any guest can get tickets to any standard movie on Tuesday for $5–$8. And you can try a premium format (like 4DX or IMAX) at a discount for just $5–$8 plus the format’s surcharge.
And, if you join Regal Crown Club for free, you can add savings on popcorn to your Regal Value Day savings. Regal Crown Club members get 50% off on popcorn every Tuesday.
2. VISIT A MUSEUM
Many of Rochester’s local museums have been working hard to plan exciting events for Spring Break.
Native American Eclipse Stories with Perry Ground
Saturday | March 30th, 2024
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
This storytelling session will share the beliefs, traditions of several Indigenous peoples related to the sun and eclipse events. Storyteller Perry Ground (Onondaga, Turtle Clan) will bring the stories to life through vivid descriptions, his rhythmic voice and active stage presence. These stories become ‘interactive’ as Perry is known to include audience members in the stories. Not just for children, all listeners (young and old), will find this presentation captivating, highly entertaining yet very educational.
This program is a collaboration between the Victor Farmington Library and Ganondagan. FREE - Registration is encouraged through Victor Farmington Library Location - Seneca Art & Culture Center at Ganondagan
Solar Spectacular at The Strong
Blast off into space this break week at The Strong! View one-of-a-kind outer space-themed displays, play with the planets, and remodel the space rover.
Free Admission for Kids at The Memorial Art Gallery during Spring Break
Looking for something to do during April break? Come visit MAG!
Kids under 18 receive free general museum admission (valid only with an accompanying adult ticket) Wednesday, April 3–Sunday, April 8!
Learn about art, history, and culture with the whole family!
3. GET ACTIVE
Release some energy and have fun as a family!
YMCA of Greater Rochester: Splash Week
The YMCA of Greater Rochester is proud to announce the return of Splash Week for kids and families across our Association.
Splash Week is a free water safety and basic swimming skills program for those with little or no experience. It is open to the community and YMCA of Greater Rochester members.
Many Local YMCA Branches also have extra programming for families during spring break.
Other favorite family fun activities include:
Dick's Sporting Goods House of Sport
4. GO SHOPPING -
Head out to one of our many Rochester Malls for special deals and activities. Great deals can be found at:
5. CHECK OUT OUR LOCAL MUSICIANS
Embracing the Eclipse: RPO’s Sensory-Friendly Concert
Saturday, April 6, 2024, 2:00PM
Embrace the Eclipse with your RPO before the big event! As part of our Care and Wellness Initiative, this concert on April 6 at Hochstein Performance Hall is designed to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for those with sensory sensitivities. It offers an experience tailored for music lovers who may benefit from a more relaxed and accommodating setting and may not be able to attend the RPO’s Eclipse Spectacular on April 7. In this way, music lovers of all ages and abilities can take part in this once-in-a-lifetime event in the lead-up to our area’s Total Solar Eclipse.
Tickets are free with a donation
6. GET OUTSIDE
Embrace the changing weather by spending time in nature with one of these outdoor activities.
Lamberton Conservatory in Highland Park
Historic gardens at the George Eastman Museum
Genesee Country Village & Museum
7. VISIT A LOCAL PLAYGROUND
8. HAVE A FAMILY FRIENDLY MEAL
9. VISIT YOUR LOCAL LIBRARY
10. TRY A NEW SPORT
Here are some Spring Break Camp ideas as well.
We hope you enjoy your Spring Break here in Rochester.
For more ideas, check out our website calendar, Instagram and Facebook pages.
