The best things to do in Rochester, NY this weekend (October 23-25, 2026) include Halloween at the Rochester Public Market, trick-or-treating in the historic village at Genesee Country Village & Museum in Mumford, NY, and the RPO Piano Festival concert at Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre. Sunday adds free Halloween events in Pittsford, NY, and the forecast calls for sunshine all three days.
By the NORCHAR Real Estate team, Rochester, NY - updated October 21, 2026
Weather outlook: As of the morning of October 21, the National Weather Service forecast for Rochester shows sunny skies Friday through Sunday, with highs of 53 (Friday), 60 (Saturday) and 66 (Sunday), and a chilly Friday night near 32.
Key takeaways
- Halloween at the Market is free on Sunday, October 25, 4:30-7 p.m., at the Rochester Public Market, 280 N. Union St.
- Genesee Country Village & Museum in Mumford, NY hosts Trick-or-Treat Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
- This is the final weekend of Stokoe Farms Harvest Fest in Scottsville, NY (season ends October 25).
What's happening Friday?
Stayin' Alive: One Night of the Bee Gees - Kodak Center, Rochester, NY. Friday, October 23, 7:30 p.m. (doors 6:30 p.m.). $ (tickets via Ticketmaster).
A tribute show covering Bee Gees hits and ballads. Details
What's happening Saturday?
RPO Piano Festival: Douglas Plays Tchaikovsky - Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre, Rochester, NY. Saturday, October 24, 7:30 p.m. $.
The Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra, led by Andreas Delfs, joins pianist Barry Douglas for Tchaikovsky's Piano Concerto No. 1. Details
What's happening Sunday?
Family Halloween Fest - Spiegel Pittsford Community Center, 35 Lincoln Ave., Pittsford, NY. Sunday, October 25, noon-2 p.m. Free with one canned good per person for the Pittsford Food Cupboard.
Come in costume for Halloween activities; no registration needed. Details
orKIDStra: Spooktacular Sounds - Hochstein Performance Hall, Rochester, NY. Sunday, October 25, 2-3:30 p.m. (craft time at 1 p.m.). $.
The RPO's Halloween concert for young listeners features gentle, not-too-scary music, and costumes are welcome. Details
Spooky Sanctuary Scavenger Hunt - Burroughs Audubon Wildlife Sanctuary, 301 Railroad Mills Rd., Pittsford, NY. Sunday, October 25, 3-5 p.m. Free.
A costumed trail walk with a scavenger hunt, nature contests, story time and crafts. Children must come with an adult. Details
Halloween at the Market - Rochester Public Market, 280 N. Union St., Rochester, NY. Sunday, October 25, 4:30-7 p.m. Free.
The City of Rochester's yearly Sunday-before-Halloween event, with trick-or-treating at vendor sheds hosted by community groups and performances. Details
Haunted Stroll - Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansion State Historic Park, 250 Gibson St., Canandaigua, NY. Sunday, October 25, 5:30-8:30 p.m. (gates close at 8). $10 general, $5 ages 3-15, under 3 free.
Walk the gardens after dark and meet costumed witches, goblins and ghouls. Rain or shine; online presale ends October 24. Details
What's on all weekend?
Trick-or-Treat at Genesee Country Village & Museum - 1410 Flint Hill Rd., Mumford, NY. Saturday and Sunday, October 24-25, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. $ (ticketed).
Trick-or-treat your way through the museum's historic village by day. Details
Spirits of the Past: A Walk in the Dark - Genesee Country Village & Museum, Mumford, NY. Friday-Sunday, October 23-25, tours between 5 and 9 p.m. $ (advance online tickets only).
A 75-minute candlelit walking tour mixing local history with Edgar Allan Poe tales. Not recommended for young children. Details
Stokoe Farms Harvest Fest - 656 South Rd., Scottsville, NY. Final weekend; the season runs through October 25. $ (buy online for best pricing).
Hayrides, pumpkins, a corn maze, a petting zoo and the Candy Cannon at 4:30 p.m. Check the farm calendar for hours. Details
What can you do in Rochester this weekend if it rains?
Rain isn't in the forecast, but the indoor picks are the Bee Gees tribute at Kodak Center on Friday, the RPO Piano Festival on Saturday and orKIDStra at Hochstein on Sunday. Halloween at the Market and the Sonnenberg Haunted Stroll both run rain or shine.
What should Rochester homeowners do this weekend?
With Friday night forecast near freezing, it's a good weekend to disconnect garden hoses, shut off and drain outdoor faucets, and clear the first wave of fallen leaves from gutters.
Curious what homes are selling for? See our fall 2026 Rochester housing market update or browse Pittsford, NY homes for sale.
Frequently asked questions
What free things are there to do in Rochester this weekend?
Halloween at the Market at the Rochester Public Market is free on Sunday, October 25, from 4:30 to 7 p.m. In Pittsford, NY, the Spooky Sanctuary Scavenger Hunt at Burroughs Audubon is free from 3 to 5 p.m., and the Family Halloween Fest asks only for one canned good per person.
What's happening in Rochester this weekend if it rains?
Indoor options include Stayin' Alive: One Night of the Bee Gees at Kodak Center on Friday at 7:30 p.m., the RPO Piano Festival at Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre on Saturday at 7:30 p.m., and orKIDStra: Spooktacular Sounds at Hochstein Performance Hall on Sunday at 2 p.m.
Where can you trick-or-treat near Rochester this weekend?
Genesee Country Village & Museum in Mumford, NY hosts Trick-or-Treat on Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. On Sunday evening, community groups hand out treats at Halloween at the Market at the Rochester Public Market from 4:30 to 7 p.m.
What will the weather be in Rochester this weekend?
As of October 21, 2026, the National Weather Service forecast shows sunny skies Friday through Sunday, with highs of 53 on Friday, 60 on Saturday and 66 on Sunday. Friday night is expected to drop to about 32.
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Event details can change - please check with organizers before you go.