# Thanksgiving Events & Things to Do in Rochester 2026 - **Subtitle**: Celebrate Thanksgiving 2026 in Rochester with festive dinners, family activities, parades, Turkey Trots, brunches, holiday markets, volunteer events, and seasonal celebrations. Discover the best Thanksgiving events and book your tickets online. - **Category**: Thanksgiving - **Type**: other ## Audience - **Followers**: 36k+ - **Recent Followers**: - **Avatar 1**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/c7488f80-1783-11ee-9ff9-234f7d65f501-rimg-w200-h200-gmir.jpg - **Avatar 2**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/c8519580-a808-11f0-b78f-c9aef12fa09e-rimg-w200-h200-dc161416-gmir - **Avatar 3**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/3dd81a9f91e1084562d985d72cc8f397b74c710ed9374059210ccfc401a47fd8-rimg-w200-h200-dcd3d6db-gmir?v=1760193604 ## About Celebrate Thanksgiving [YEAR] in Rochester with festive dinners, brunches, buffets, Turkey Trots, parades, family-friendly activities, Friendsgiving parties, holiday markets, volunteer opportunities, food drives, cruises, and seasonal events. Whether you're planning a traditional Thanksgiving feast or looking for unique things to do, discover the best Thanksgiving events happening in Rochester. ## Thanksgiving Events in Rochester - **Event Name**: THE FEAST Thanksgiving Day Run/Walk - **Description**: Get ready for your Thanksgiving feast by running or walking 2 or 5 miles along the river in Rochester. The race starts outside the Blue Cross Arena and ventures towards the University of Rochester campus. This out-and-back course is flat, fast, and fun fo - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 23 - **Date**: Thu Nov 26 2026 at 08:30 am (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/rochester/the-feast-thanksgiving-day-run-walk/200029774275659 - **Venue**: Blue Cross Arena at the Rochester War Memorial - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy8yMjdiNDBjMWJkNzVjMmU3ZDg2Y2ZmZTY5ZmE0MjlkYzQyYTg0Yzc4MzhhOWViYWJhODU1YjUwMGIxZjI1M2NkLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kYzU4NTg2OC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NzUzNTQzNQ.avif - **Categories**: kids, sports, workshops - **Event Name**: Friendsgiving at Abilene: A Benefit for the Homeless - **Description**: Friendsgiving returns with an all new lineup! The Travis Prinzi Band presents a night of stomp-n-holler music, with John Dady, Matthew Blue, Big Blue House, 14 Frets, Colin Hart, and a big string band finish with Badger & the Bantams. Admission: $15 o - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 39 - **Date**: Sat Nov 21 2026 at 08:00 pm – Sat Nov 21 2026 at 11:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/rochester/friendsgiving-at-abilene-a-benefit-for-the-homeless/200030603167538 - **Venue**: Abilene Bar and Lounge - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy8wYzE1Y2Q0ZDQyODM2ZTY3Zjg3ODUwMGVkZDEyOGUxYWU1MWUwYzQzODE2Y2M0NTM2ODIxMzg2Zjk0N2EzNTkwLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDE2MDAtZGM2ODY4MTgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODc0NTgxNzg.avif - **Categories**: thanksgiving, music, entertainment, nonprofit, contests - **Event Name**: Holiday Sparklers - **Description**: Join us for a fun night and try some delicious bubblies that will add a nice touch of elegance to your festivities.About this EventIt’s that time of year again! The holidays are quickly approaching, and that means some s - **Date**: Wed Nov 18 2026 at 06:00 pm – Wed Nov 18 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/rochester/holiday-sparklers/100001999182723342 - **Venue**: Marketview Liquor - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvNTRhY2U4ZjlkOTk5NjBlZGFiMTVlMWI5Y2NhZmRjZDhjOGU5ZjcxNWRhMzdiYmJhY2EwMjBhMjI2NjJiYzk2Yy1yaW1nLXcxMjAwLWg4MDAtZGMxODE4MTgtZ21pci5qcGc_dj0xNzg4MDk1NzY3.avif - **Price**: USD 75 - **Categories**: holiday, thanksgiving - **Event Name**: Cookie Decorating: Thankgiving - **Description**: Get ready for Thanksgiving with a fun, hands-on cookie decorating class! Learn decorating and piping techniques before creating a dozen festive cookies inspired by the holiday, featuring seasonal colors and classic Thanksgiving designs. The class begins w - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 5 - **Date**: Mon Nov 23 2026 at 06:00 pm – Mon Nov 23 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/rochester/cookie-decorating-thankgiving/200030588207515 - **Venue**: Radio Social - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy8zN2FlMmFjZWQyMzZiOGMwOTM5MTY2NDJjMDAwNDMxOTcwNjM0OTQ0NGQ3NzAxZjYwOTM2Y2ZjYWE3ZTU4N2NhLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2Y4ZjhmOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4Nzk2NDc1Mw.avif - **Categories**: Workshops - **Event Name**: Scott James & Cryss Marie LIVE at Salvatore's Saloon (Henrietta, NY) - **Description**: Scott James & Cryss Marie bring you your favorite cover tunes while you reconnect with family and friends on this Thanksgiving Eve. The night to make memories and reminisce! See you there! - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 6 - **Date**: Wed Nov 25 2026 at 07:00 pm – Wed Nov 25 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/rochester/scott-james-and-cryss-marie-live-at-salvatores-saloon-henrietta-ny/200030003560133 - **Venue**: 352 Jefferson Road, Rochester,NY - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy9kNmEwNjEzNTU4NTA1MjVlOGJmMTdmMmU5NWY5MzljNDExZDQyMzY5ZGE4YWIxYjY0YjUyYjk2ODgwYjg1YWIzLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDE1NTMtZGNmOGY4ZjgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODgzMDQyOTc.avif - **Categories**: thanksgiving ## Trending Events in Rochester - **Event Name**: Rochester Scavenger Hunt For Couples - SHOW LOVE (Date Night!!) - **Description**: CITY LOVE SCAVENGER HUNT Date For Couples (Self-Guided) Enjoy your city scavenger hunt with fun digital activities along the way!About this Eventhttps://youtu.be/-2gjHn9I0_cCITY LOVE SCAVENGER HUNT FOR COUPLES - **Venue**: Recommended scavenger starting point or other city spot of your choice! (YOU MUST USE PDF TICKETS EMAILED FOR EVENT- NO MOBILE APP OR QR CODES ACCEPTED) - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/45f75f1a0cd4c5530623c74e48affbad238c33be2d39dad03d4b540408432f72-rimg-w1200-h660-dc171816-gmir.jpg?v=1758613360 - **Event Name**: Rochester R&B Festival: Keith Sweat - **Venue**: Blue Cross Arena - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/8cd8b3d0-a03c-11f1-a9b6-5f3c34d9259b-rimg-w1080-h1080-dc080808-gmir.jpg?v=1787631734 - **Event Name**: David Cross - **Venue**: Comedy at The Carlson - Main Showroom - **Event Name**: Doug Benson at Comedy at The Carlson - **Venue**: Comedy at The Carlson - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/fa74adc0-94b8-11f1-8024-43018c8ac4af-rimg-w1080-h1080-dc080808-gmir.jpg?v=1786365765 - **Event Name**: Ben Folds & The Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra - **Description**: Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra tickets 🎟️ Experience the thrill of live entertainment with Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra! Whether it's a night out with friends or a moment you've waited for, this is your time to be part of something special. - **Venue**: Kodak Hall at Eastman Theater - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/8161170d6664d851bcf45bfcd8bea99caa36ea8712a9f0467321a8d3f29c412e-rimg-w420-h248-dc182818-gmir?v=1788046712 - **Event Name**: John Crist at Mayo Civic Center Auditorium - **Venue**: Mayo Civic Center Auditorium - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/19b92a60-a578-11f1-8990-5d04d231a2dd-rimg-w1200-h514-dc080808-gmir.jpg?v=1788207084 - **Event Name**: Charlie Berens at Mayo Civic Center Arena - **Venue**: Mayo Civic Center Arena - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/1456a070-a50f-11f1-8345-8160f1306c66-rimg-w1080-h1080-dc080818-gmir.jpg?v=1788161986 - **Event Name**: 2026 Art & Apples Festival® Official - **Description**: 🚨 ONLY 2 VENDOR SPOTS LEFT! 🚨 Interested in being a vendor? Contact us directly (please do not use Facebook Messenger due to scammers). 📱 Text (Preferred): (814) 388-9451 📧 Email: vfapply@gmail.com Since 1965, the Art & Apples Festival® has transf - **Venue**: Rochester Municipal Park - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/4bb4153f3dbd7591f915f14055dce694762f5f95c09361eddb6c96ece42964d7-rimg-w1200-h676-dc151914-gmir?v=1781625633 - **Event Name**: Brad Williams - **Venue**: Kodak Center Theater - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/1d64eb50-a0f9-11f1-8382-27c8b4f8dbac-rimg-w1080-h1080-dc181828-gmir.jpg?v=1787712734 ## Browse Thanksgiving Events by Date - [Thanksgiving Events Today in Rochester](https://allevents.in/rochester/thanksgiving--today) - [Thanksgiving Events This Weekend in Rochester](https://allevents.in/rochester/thanksgiving--this-weekend) - [Thanksgiving Events in September in Rochester](https://allevents.in/rochester/thanksgiving--september) - [Thanksgiving Events in October in Rochester](https://allevents.in/rochester/thanksgiving--october) ## FAQs - **Q**: What are the top Thanksgiving events in Rochester? - **A:** THE FEAST Thanksgiving Day Run/Walk (Thu Nov 26 2026 at 08:30 am at Blue Cross Arena at the Rochester War Memorial), Friendsgiving at Abilene: A Benefit for the Homeless (Sat Nov 21 2026 at 08:00 pm at Abilene Bar and Lounge), Holiday Sparklers (Wed Nov 18 2026 at 06:00 pm at Marketview Liquor), Cookie Decorating: Thankgiving (Mon Nov 23 2026 at 06:00 pm at Radio Social), Scott James & Cryss Marie LIVE at Salvatore's Saloon (Henrietta, NY) (Wed Nov 25 2026 at 07:00 pm at 352 Jefferson Road, Rochester,NY). - **Q**: How can I find Thanksgiving events in Rochester? - **A:** You can discover upcoming Thanksgiving events in Rochester on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests. - **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Thanksgiving events in Rochester? - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets. - **Q**: What are the popular venues for Thanksgiving events in Rochester? - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Thanksgiving events in Rochester include Blue Cross Arena at the Rochester War Memorial, Abilene Bar and Lounge, Marketview Liquor. - **Q**: What is the price range for Thanksgiving events in Rochester? - **A:** Prices for Thanksgiving events in Rochester range from USD 75 to USD 75. Many events also offer free entry. - **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Thanksgiving events in Rochester? - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Thanksgiving events in Rochester include Medved Running and Walking Outfitters, The Travis Prinzi Band, Marketview Liquor. - **Q**: Are there any online Thanksgiving events available? - **A:** Yes, many Thanksgiving events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere. - **Q**: How can I get notified about new Thanksgiving events in Rochester? - **A:** Follow the Thanksgiving category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Thanksgiving events are listed in Rochester. ## Category Banner - **Banner Image**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/c1/aafb181006497780b7ed4a41765e22/Thanks-giving.jpg ## Explore Events in Nearby Cities - [Thanksgiving in Webster](https://allevents.in/webster/thanksgiving) - [Events in Brighton](https://allevents.in/brighton-ny) - [Events in Irondequoit](https://allevents.in/irondequoit) - [Events in North Gates](https://allevents.in/north-gates) - [Events in Greece](https://allevents.in/greece) - [Events in Pittsford](https://allevents.in/pittsford-ny) - [Events in Henrietta](https://allevents.in/henrietta-ny) - [Events in East Rochester](https://allevents.in/east-rochester-ny) - [Events in Penfield](https://allevents.in/penfield-ny)