Fun Things

Long-standing chain of bowling alleys featuring casual grub & pitchers, leagues & party events.

ARTISANworks is a vibrant, self-funded nonprofit art space and premier event venue in Rochester, NY. Packed with immersive galleries, eclectic art, and unforgettable exhibits, we offer a one-of-a-kind destination for art lovers and visitors of all ages. Our unique, art-filled environment is also available for private events, corporate events, weddings, fundraisers, holiday parties, and community gatherings, with full-service support to bring every celebration to life. We rely on the generous support of members, donors, and collectors who help sustain our mission through artwork, memorabilia, and venue rentals. Discover, explore, and host your next event at ARTISANworks-where creativity inspires every experience.

Retail Art Gallery with New artists monthly. We also have a full bar and a kitchen. Indoor and Outdoor seating.

Ready for your next amazing night out? Join us at Bad Axe Throwing Rochester and let our expert coaches teach you the sport of axe throwing. Our location is the ultimate flexible event space, perfect for energetic birthday parties, impactful corporate team building, or just casual drop-ins. Our dynamic venue easily adapts to your needs, providing the ideal setup for celebration and collaboration. Add a great beer, wine, and canned cocktail menu to the mix, and there's no better place to throw, laugh, and have a great time! Book now and make your next night out one to remember!

The largest indoor rock climbing gym in Rochester, NY! The gym features bouldering, top rope, lead climbing across numerous routes and problems. With walls reaching up to 12 meters high, climbers can experience everything from technical boulder problems to challenging lead routes.

Lighthouse built in 1822, with a 40-ft. tower & a lantern room with views, plus museum displays.

640 W Ridge Rd

The 500-seat Dryden Theatre is the premier exhibition space for the art of cinema as championed and interpreted by the George Eastman Museum. Presenting film screenings six times a week, the Dryden is devoted to showing all films in their original formats, thus honoring and reproducing their historical—and aesthetically supreme—modes of exhibition. It is one of the very few theaters in the world equipped for the projection of original nitrate film that also makes nitrate film screenings part of its regular program.

14 S Goodman St

GTFO Escape Rooms is the premier entertainment location for any Rochestarian looking for an exciting challenge. Our rooms are the perfect activity for a group looking to put your problem solving skills to the test. Can you Get The Fork Out?

World's foremost museum of photography & cinema located on the historic estate of George Eastman, the pioneer of popular photography.

210 York St

We are a 12 lane Bowling Center/ Neighborhood Bar with 6 lanes on the ground floor as well as the bar. The 2nd floor has 6 lanes perfect for private parties. We offer a full bar with 18 Draft beer lines featuring many of our excellent local breweries. Our hours are Monday- Saturday from 5pm-close. Kitchen closes at 10pm. Last lanes given out at 10pm. Actual closing time will depend on business after this and will be between 10:30-Midnight We are strictly 21 and over after 9pm with ID. We accept NY Mobile ID, but no other pictures of ID.

A visit to the Memorial Art Gallery (MAG) is a journey through more than 5,000 years of art history. From the relics of antiquity to works in the vanguard of contemporary movements, MAG offers a panorama of the world’s art. Our 14-acre campus is a spectacular public art space that is a popular destination for Rochesterians and out-of-town visitors alike. MAG’s permanent collection of more than 12,000 objects has been called “the best balanced in the state outside of metropolitan New York City.” In addition to its collection, the museum offers a year-round schedule of temporary exhibitions, lectures, concerts, tours, and family activities.

Our goal is to promote a knowledge of the rich military-history belonging to the city of Rochester and the surrounding areas. Our collection and library includes artifacts and material from all eras of the military history of the United States and is open to the general public free of charge. Use the Second Yellow Door at the far east end of the building

Fun and educational Play center for children

284 Chestnut St

We are Rochester’s hub for lifelong science learning. Come experience the thrill of invention and innovation through hands-on exploration at the RMSC Museum & Science Center, by hitting the 6 miles of idyllic trail at the RMSC Cumming Nature Center, or discovering the wonders of our universe at the RMSC Strasenburgh Planetarium. Discovery and wonder await you around every turn!

The Ramon Santiago and Frank Argento Studios offer modern, contemporary and traditional original art, prints and boutique gifts. Located in the trendy Park Central District of Park Avenue in Rochester, New York. Please be advised that are public hours are open by Appointment Only.

A Game Truck video game party is a party in a box! Loaded with video game consoles and a massive library of video games, a game theater pulls up to your home, school, or church. You and your guests step inside to experience the ultimate party

Rochester Contemporary Art Center (RoCo) is a venue for the exchange of ideas and a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) that was founded in 1977. As a center for thoughtful contemporary art, RoCo provides unique encounters for audiences and extraordinary opportunities for artists.

The Rochester Model Railroad Club is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to the preservation, expansion, and education of railroading, both model and full size. Our membership is given the opportunity to pursue, advance, and enjoy the railroading hobby. We are engaged in the construction of a large (2,400 square feet) HO scale layout. Our Seneca Valley Lines is loosely based on the operations and geography of the Lehigh Valley Railroad in the 1950's. Visitors are generally welcome on any Monday evening from 7-9PM (except major holidays), but there is no guarantee that trains will be running. Please let us know you'll be visiting a few days in advance. New members are always welcome.

The National Susan B. Anthony Museum & House in Rochester, NY was the home of the legendary American civil rights leader, and the site of her famous arrest for voting in 1872. This home was the headquarters of the National American Woman Suffrage Association when she was its president. This is also where she died in 1906 at age 86, following her "Failure is Impossible" speech in Baltimore. Please, come see us in person to learn more about this great reformer and the many programs we offer to inspire others to change the world for the better. It's an incredible and inspiring story that you just don't want to miss.

780 Joseph Ave

Discover Rochester's premier escape room adventure at The Great Escape Room! Engage in immersive, award-winning experiences designed to challenge your problem-solving skills. Perfect for family outings, birthdays, and corporate team-building events. Choose from exciting themes like "Infirmary: Surgical Crisis" or "Rob the Mob: Break-In at Bubba's." Located at 1150 University Avenue Bldg 5, Suite 12A, Rochester, we offer an unforgettable adventure for everyone. Book your thrilling escape room experience today!

4785 Lake Ave

The Strong is a highly interactive, collections-based museum devoted to the history and exploration of play. It is one of the largest history museums in the United States and one of the leading museums serving families.