Sip & Stroll
It’s a Refreshing, Relaxing, and Really Fun Way to Spend an Afternoon Strolling Downtown Canandaigua!
Breweries & Wineries | Mouthwatering Small Bites | Mocktails & Spirits | Passport to be Entered to WIN $500 in Downtown Gift Certificates to Enjoy Some Local Shopping!
Tickets will go on sale soon. There will be a limited supply. Keep an eye out!
Illuminate Light Parade
Illuminate Canandaigua Light Parade with Santa’s arrival at Commons Park and the Tree-lighting Ceremony all beginning at 6:00 PM.
Kick off the holiday season with a dazzling display of holiday lights as Downtown Canandaigua Illuminates the night. Enjoy a spectacular procession of illuminated floats, fire trucks, antique cars, and local organizations. The parade begins at City Hall bringing Santa, his elves, and loads of holiday cheer. The traditional Tree Lighting Ceremony will immediately follow the parade at the Commons Park. Enjoy caroling, food, and fun as we Light Up Canandaigua!
Live Music by the Michael Yacci Trio at The Central on Main
A local favorite playing mix of pop, rock, soul, guaranteed to get you on your feet.
Butterfly & Bloom Auction
Bid and take home any of the 4-foot hand-painted butterflies from the Butterfly & Bloom Trail.
Sip & Stroll
It’s a Refreshing, Relaxing, and Really Fun Way to Spend an Afternoon Strolling Downtown Canandaigua!
Breweries & Wineries | Mouthwatering Small Bites | Mocktails & Spirits | Passport to be Entered to WIN $500 in Downtown Gift Certificates to Enjoy Some Local Shopping!
Tickets on sale NOW! While supplies last.
Blues & Brews at The Central on Main
Featuring...
Joe Beard (supported by Swam Road Jukes )- Rochester's legendary blues guitarist and vocalist
Soul Hammer - a playful hard edge twist on rock & blues
The Movers - a cohesive force of Blues, driven by soul
Back to School Bash & Family Night Out at The Central on Main
Music by Charismatic Entertainment, Games & More!
Bunny Bonanza by REPCO Wildlife Encounters
Live Music by 6 Feet Apart at The Central on Main
🎤 Youth Performance Spotlight | 6:00–6:45 PM
Start the night with a powerful set from Girls Rock! Rochester. This nonprofit helps girls and LGBTQ+ youth build confidence through music, performance, and creativity. Come support these inspiring young musicians as they take the stage and rock out!
🎸 Headlining Band: 6 Feet Apart Band | 7:00–9:00 PM
6 Feet Apart Band is a locally popular, 8-piece Funky Soul Dance Cover Party Band formed during the pandemic—and they’ve been igniting dance floors ever since! With over 200 years of combined professional musical experience, this powerhouse group delivers tight grooves, infectious energy, and nonstop fun.
Craft Bev Fest
Presented by ROC/FLX Craft Beverage Trail…
Craft Bev Fest - August 28th from 5-8pm …An Exclusive VIP Ticketed Experience from 4-5pm...
Specialized tastings, a collectible glass, a passport to the ROC/FLX Craft Beverage Trail (value $250), Meet the Makers, chances to WIN in drawings and giveaways. Tickets $25 in advance. General admission from 5-8pm. Live Music by the Swooners Quartet from 6-8 pm, with high-energy, top-tier talent, and a performance that will leave you wanting more!
(Rain date September 11th)
Live Music by North 42 at The Central on Main
A Canandaigua-based trio with lead vocalist from Flint Creek, that ranges from country to classics that will have you out of your seat and dancing to the beat of the fiddle.
Plant BINGO at The Central on Main
Come join in BINGO for FREE at the Central on Main and WIN plants! Bring your friends and family for a great time. Stay for some live music afterward.
Live Music by Covers Exposed at The Central on Main
A 9-piece "cover" band with a rockin' 3-piece horn section, in the Finger Lakes and western NY.
Live Music by Kyle Alan Anderson Band at The Central on Main
Rochester-based and Country Recording Artists, the Kyle Alan Anderson Band, will be bringing both originals and covers to keep the evening going.
Plant BINGO at The Central on Main
Come join in BINGO for FREE at the Central on Main and WIN plants! Bring your friends and family for a great time. Stay for some live music afterward.
Live Music by The Breakfast Club at The Central on Main
🎸 Youth Performance Spotlight | 6:00–6:45 PM
Kick off the evening with live music from ROC Star Academy! These young bands are coached by professional musicians and perform all around Rochester. From lessons to summer camps, ROC Star helps kids learn from the pros and take the stage with confidence.
🎤 Headlining Band: The Breakfast Club | 7:00–9:00 PM
Get ready for a blast from the past with The Breakfast Club! This high-energy 80s tribute band plays all your favorite hits—from Bon Jovi and Madonna to Prince and Whitney Houston. It’s a fun, feel-good show you won’t want to miss!
Sponsored by Simply Crepes and Garber Randall Cadillac
Plant BINGO at The Central on Main
due to extreme heat…today’s (7/24) plant bingo sponsored by Rockcastle Floristhas been moved inside just down the street at acquilano wine cellars (3:30-5pm). Live music by covers exposed has been postponed until August 14th.
37th Annual Art & Music Festival
For 36 years, visitors have been attracted to Historic Downtown Canandaigua for the annual art festival that takes place on the historic sidewalks of Downtown Main Street. This free family-friendly event showcases more than 150 juried artists in many different mediums. Over the years, the festival has grown, adding demonstrations, The Golden Palette Trail, and hot local music acts.
Each year, our festival brings new artists in almost every category, including ceramics, pottery, jewelry, woodworking, fiber, glass, photography, and gourmet foods.
Musical acts will play on the Maxion Stage in the Commons Park all three days of the festival. Performances range from Bluegrass, Blues, Rock & Roll to Jazz, and singer-songwriter Acoustics that feature incredible talent from the Upstate New York region.
Finger Lakes Rail Experience
Departing from Canandaigua, these vintage train excursions will offer a one-of-a-kind way to explore the Finger Lakes region in style this summer.
Complete with restored 1940s-era passenger cars from the Golden Era of railroading, these trains will offer memorable views and unforgettable experiences for passengers of all ages. Visit https://www.flxrailexperience.com for more information.
4th of July Parade
Come celebrate our nation’s birth in Downtown Canandaigua! Our annual 4th of July Parade brings the community together to celebrate independence with service members, floats, local organizations, live music, special guests, and more in a parade from the top of Main Street at City Hall through the business district.
Plant BINGO & Live Music at the Central on Main by "Old Hippies"
Come Enjoy Live Music, Great Food & Drinks!

George Hayes & The Invisible Men at Commons Park
Enjoy the upbeat music of George Hayes & The Invisible Men on Maxion Stage at the Commons Park.
Sip & Stroll
Spend a relaxing and fun afternoon strolling the Historic Streets in Downtown Canandaigua. Enjoy hand-crafted beverages and tasty small bites at multiple locations. From local brews and wines to memorable mocktails, bring your friends for a passport experience that takes you to multiple stops and enters you into a chance to WIN up to $500 in Downtown Gift Certificates…Discover unique gift shops, galleries, breweries, wineries, and restaurants along the way!
Central on Main Opening
The Central on Main is an outdoor community gathering place where once seated, you may order take-out food from many of our fabulous restaurants within Historic Downtown Canandaigua and have your food delivered right to your table. Downtown Canandaigua’s outdoor dining venue is open from May-October. Order a drink at the Beer & Wine Garden and enjoy live music.
Canandaigua in Bloom
Finger Lakes Authors and Readers Experience (FLARE), presents to you, Words in Bloom. Stop by the Plein Air Bookstore at Central on Main, a showcase of books set in the Finger Lakes or written by authors from the region. Stroll around to meet the authors, browse available books to purchase from multiple genres, and get autographs. Have fun with the Author Garden Scavenger Hunt and enter to win prizes. Bring the kids for storytime with a special meet and greet. Also planned are free sessions of poetry reading and a poetry writing workshop as well as an information session on writing and publishing.
Seeds Mill Street Farmers Market Opening
Discover a wide variety of the season's best, including quality fruits and vegetables, meats and eggs, and beautiful vibrant flowers. You'll also find a delicious assortment of locally produced gourmet foods such as sauces, specialty mustards, jams, pickles, maple products, honey, and baked goods. The Canandaigua Farmers Market runs every Saturday from June thru October from 9 am to 12 pm and is located under the Mills Street Pavilion in Downtown Canandaigua.
International Festival and Vintage & Classic Euro Car Celebration
Stroll through Historic Downtown Canandaigua and dine at all of the incredible international restaurants. Enjoy classic and vintage cars manufactured prior to 1999 cruise down Main Street and line up on display.
Live cultural performances and music will be held on Maxion Stage at the Commons Park including Irish Dancers, African Drumming, Chinese painting, and so much more.
Participate in International Passport and BINGO to participating businesses and win prizes.