We are thrilled to bring back our Summer Bucket List for the 2nd year for 2024 with over 50 of our favorite Rochester summer ideas for moms. Below, you can download the Summer Bucket List Printable to hang on the fridge. You can also download our Summer Calendar Printable to help you plan your summer.
Around Rochester
- Come meet other moms at our Park Playdates this summer at splash pads and fairy door trails
- There is always something new to explore at the Strong National Museum of Play
- Cool off at the waterpark and enjoy the rides, when you visit Seabreeze Amusement Park for a day
- Check out all of the amazing animals at the Seneca Park Zoo
- Visit the Rochester Museum and Science Center for inspiration
- Learn about the stars at the Strasenburgh Planetarium
- Stroll back in time at the Genesee Country Village and Museum
- Take a train ride on weekends at the Rochester & Genesee Valley Railroad Museum
- View the breathtaking art of the Memorial Art Museum
- Visit the George Eastman Museum, the world’s oldest museum dedicated to photography
- Take in a Rochester Red Wings Game at Innovative Field
- Check out where to view Rochester’s 96-foot tall waterfall, High Falls
- Stroll through Highland Park
- Enjoy the plants and animals who live at the Lamberton Conservatory
- The Charlotte-Genesee Lighthouse is open for tours Friday through Sunday from May to October
- Explore the Erie Canal with our Erie Canal Passport
Food
- Grab some garbage plates for the family
- Stop in at a Rochester icon for some Dinosaur BBQ
- Check out the best ice cream in Rochester
- Pick up some fresh donuts
- And an iced coffee to go with it from a local coffee shop
- Try some new local food at a Food Truck Rodeo
- Visit one of these 10 chocolate makers in Rochester
- Check out where Kids Eat Free
Summer Activities
- Check out one of the many beaches along Lake Ontario
- Ride the historic Dentzel Menagerie Carousel at Ontario Beach Park
- Sink a putt at mini golf
- Have a race when you drive Go-Karts
- Visit Bristol Mountain Aerial Adventures for some high-flying fun
- Feed the fish at Powder Mills Fish Hatchery
- On a hot day, visit your favorite place for indoor fun
- Sign up for swimming lessons
- Register for Vacation Bible School
- Enroll in a local Summer Camp
Playgrounds & Libraries
- Go to one of our Top Ten Playgrounds In Rochester
- Check out a splash pad on a hot day
- Take advantage of the Library Summer Reading Program at a library near you
- Visit your local library for storytime
- Visit a library near a playground and hit up both.
Farms
- Visit a local farm for berry picking
- Check out farms with animals
- Visit the Rochester Public Market
- Get some local produce at these Farmers’ Markets
- Check out Wickham Farms for their Lavender Days & Sunflower Spectacular
Movies & Concerts
- See a movie for $5 or less with Free and Cheap Summer Movies
- Go to one of the unique movie theaters in Rochester
- Bring a blanket for outdoor summer movies & concerts
Nature
- Visit one of the 5 State Parks near Rochester
- Get moving and go on a family hike
- Take in the great outdoors and go camping as a family – 5 Tips To Start Camping With Kids
- Visit one of the many waterfalls in the area
- Check out one of the local Fairy Door Trails – can you find all of the fairy doors?
For Mom
- Get active with these local businesses in our Guide To Fitness
- Remember to have time for you with our Guide To Spas & Salons
- Check out a family-friendly winery or brewery
- Keep the romance alive with these Summer Date Night Ideas
Events
- Mark the calendar for the Summer Festivals that you want to make it to
- Attend one of the many summer cultural events happening this year in Rochester
- Check out the renowned Rochester International Jazz Festival, June 21-29
- Make plans for where to see 4th of July fireworks
- Support local artists at the Corn Hill Arts Festival, July 13-14
- Visit the Ganonandagan Indigenous Music & Arts Festival, July 27-28
- Head to the NY State Fair, Aug 22 – Sept 2
Download our Summer Bucket List Printable
Download our Summer Calendar Printable
