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Your complete guide to eating and drinking your way around a Rochester summer is here.<\/p>\n
Rochester, N.Y., and its surrounding areas are brimming with festive foodie events during the warm summer months. Anyone is bound to find a festival piquing their curiosity and tickling their tastebuds \u2014 and maybe worthy of loosening a belt a notch or two.<\/p>\n
Mark your calendar with these upcoming Rochester food and beverage summer festivals. We’ll see you there!<\/p>\n
June launches summer’s Rochester-area food and beverage festivities with a bang.<\/p>\n
This month is packed with seasonal celebrations highlighting everything from local, farm-to-table fares to first-come, first-served international treats. Rochester locals and those passing through are sure to find more than a few food events to fill their June calendars.<\/p>\n
When:<\/strong>\u00a0Early summer, typically June<\/p>\n Where:<\/strong>\u00a0Williamsville, N.Y.<\/p>\n Rock the Gates is a must-attend summer bash hosted annually\u00a0at 12 Gates Brewing Company, located in nearby Williamsville, N.Y.<\/p>\n True to its name, the day-long event marries all things rock with all things beer. Handcrafted favorites and seasonally available microbrews meet some of Monroe County’s finest rock tribute bands, including past performers playing AC\/DC, Tom Petty, Pearl Jam and more.<\/p>\n VIP tickets receive specialty access to 12 Gates’ lineup of beer releases,\u00a0including favorite seasonal brews like:<\/p>\n Learn more and\u00a0get VIP event ticket information<\/a>.<\/p>\n When:\u00a0<\/strong>Multiple summer dates beginning the first week of June<\/p>\n Where:\u00a0<\/strong>Multiple Locations<\/p>\n Four local breweries co-hosting one special summer extravaganza? That’s what treats guests during the June Brew Cruise, a day-long, multi-stop summer tour of four renowned area breweries \u2014 and the perfect way to spend a day with friends during the summer.<\/p>\n The Saturday of Brews Cruise includes stops at multiple Rochester-area and Monroe county breweries.\u00a0Past cruises featured:<\/p>\n Past tours have started at Three Heads Brewing. Check\u00a0Three Heads Brewery’s events page<\/a>\u00a0for future tour dates and times.<\/p>\n When:<\/strong>\u00a0Early or late June<\/p>\n Where:<\/strong>\u00a0Buffalo, N.Y.<\/p>\n Enjoy a day dedicated to one of the crown culinary jewels of Eastern Europe \u2014 the pierogi.<\/p>\n Area chefs will be serving up their interpretations of this famous dumpling through sweet, savory and surprising dishes, all washed down by local beer and wine vendors.<\/p>\n Each year, the Buffalo Pints + Pierogi Fest also features:<\/p>\n See ticket packages and get the\u00a0full list of food, beverage and artisan vendors<\/a>\u00a0from the city of Buffalo’s official events page.<\/p>\n When:<\/strong>\u00a0Early June, similar events hosted later in summer<\/p>\n Where:<\/strong>\u00a0Rochester, N.Y.<\/p>\n Don’t miss out on\u00a0one of western New York’s largest heritage events with this all-in-one evening dedicated to Spanish cuisine.<\/p>\n Hosted annually by Tapas 177 restaurant in Rochester,\u00a0festival attendees work their way across food and drinks arranged according to Spanish regions. The culinary tour will provide samplings of both classic Spanish dishes as well as lesser-known regional treats across four distinct Spanish provinces \u2014 Malaga, Pamplona, Bunol and Barcelona. Guests are also served Iberian-inspired cocktails prepped exclusively for the festival.<\/p>\n View the full lineup of\u00a0Tapas 177’s summer events<\/a>, then get in the spirit by sampling a bottle of\u00a0Rioja<\/a>, one of Spain’s most acclaimed wine varietals.<\/p>\n When:\u00a0<\/strong>Early or mid June<\/p>\n Where:\u00a0<\/strong>Various Rochester locations<\/p>\n Rochester Cocktail Revival is a week-long soiree into all things mixed, shaken, blended and stirred.<\/p>\n This one-of-a-kind summer event brings you closer to the art and science of craft cocktails than ever before. It’s also one of New York State’s\u00a0only festivals dedicated to cocktail mixology<\/a>, with Rochester serving as a premier destination for craft mixed beverages and top-tier mixologist talent.<\/p>\n With over 20 cocktail bars and venues participating in past years, future Rochester Cocktail Revival’s lineup doesn’t show any signs of slowing down. Attendees experience:<\/p>\n See more about the\u00a0Rochester Cocktail Revival lineup<\/a>, or check out specific RCR events with individually sold tickets.<\/p>\n When:<\/strong>\u00a0During the annual Rochester Cocktail Revival (RCR) Festival, early to mid June<\/p>\n Where:\u00a0<\/strong>Rochester, N.Y.<\/p>\n Spectacular is in the name, and spectacular is what guests can expect in one of the Rochester Cocktail Revival’s opening summer events.<\/p>\n Attendees have tasting access to over 40 spirits from local, state and national distillers, plus craft cocktail samples and full drinks made to highlight them. Solo event tickets include up to 16 free spirit samples, plus additional samples and beverages available for order at cash bars.<\/p>\n Learn more about the Spirit Tasting Spectacular plus other individual festival events that are part of the\u00a0annual Rochester Cocktail Revival<\/a>.<\/p>\n When:<\/strong>\u00a0Amidst late spring oyster season, late May to early June<\/p>\n Where:\u00a0<\/strong>Niagara Falls, Ontario<\/p>\n New York State’s great lake and coastal shores are no stranger to shellfishing \u2014 and neither are its neighbors to the north.<\/p>\n Making it out to Niagara Falls’ annual Oyster Fest is worth the trek to experience the expert oyster shucking competition alone. Enjoy heaps of fresh-shucked oysters, explore local wineries, spirits and craft brewery and taste additional seafood vendors, plus bring the whole family for themed arts, crafts, musical entertainment, games and more.<\/p>\n Admission is free for children 10 and under. Learn more\u00a0about Oyster Fest Niagara<\/a>, then prep for your Canadian adventure with a bottle of\u00a0premium Canadian whiskey<\/a>, great on the rocks for a balmy summer evening.<\/p>\n When:\u00a0<\/strong>During the annual Rochester Cocktail Revival (RCR) Festival, early to mid June<\/p>\n Where:\u00a0<\/strong>Rochester, N.Y.<\/p>\n The Bar Room Battle Royale is a signature event of the renowned\u00a0annual Rochester Cocktail Revival festival.<\/p>\n Its name doesn’t mislead. Watch as some of the nation’s best mixologists square off in cocktail-making competitions \u2014 with only one claiming the title of supreme mixological master.<\/p>\n Past tickets to the Bar Room Battle Royale included:<\/p>\n Find\u00a0this year’s Battle Royale date and time<\/a>\u00a0on their website \u2014 it’s been known to sell out.<\/p>\n When:<\/strong>\u00a0Mid June<\/p>\n Where:<\/strong>\u00a0Rochester, N.Y.<\/p>\n A day filled with cheese? Washed down with cold, crisp ciders? That’s what guests are in for at Cheese the Day, the Blue Toad Hard Cider’s seasonal food and cider-pairing event. We don’t think anyone leaves disappointed.<\/p>\n Try a hand-curated assortment of Blue Toad Hard Ciders always picked to complement the flavors of a range of locally sourced cheeses and cheese recipes. Both sweet and savory items are served, showcasing how cider beverages pair with this favorite charcuterie-board staple.<\/p>\n For tickets and more information, visit the\u00a0Blue Toad Hard Cider NY’s event page<\/a>.<\/p>\n When:\u00a0<\/strong>Late June<\/p>\n Where:<\/strong>\u00a0Rochester, N.Y.<\/p>\n Two classic cocktails get their day in the spotlight at the annual Rochester Martini & Mimosa Fest.<\/p>\n Enjoy as over six Rochester-area restaurants serve up their takes on the mimosa and the martini, the beloved beverage of brunch and dinner at local brasseries. The two provide a signature beverage-festival experience, with martinis’ silky, signature sips washed down with a mimosa’s light, sweet and sugary finish.<\/p>\n Past delights at the Martini & Mimosa Fest featured:<\/p>\n Tickets for this one tend to sell fast, with discounted group packages available for group rates.<\/p>\n When:\u00a0<\/strong>Multiple dates and tour times beginning in June<\/p>\n Where:<\/strong>\u00a0Pittsford, N.Y.<\/p>\n The A-List Canal Crawl is not your typical bar hop. In fact, the event showcases far more than a few beverage samples at a handful of bars, instead giving guests exclusive access to the dining, shopping and entertainment venues that make up the heart downtown Pittsford.<\/p>\n Local guides host groups of up to 30 across pre-planned stops, with games, raffles and other entertainment at each location. Stops along the Crawl are diverse, allowing attendees to sample:<\/p>\n Grab your friends and\u00a0book a spot on a tour<\/a>\u00a0this summer.<\/p>\n When:\u00a0<\/strong>Late June, similar food truck events occur later in the summer<\/p>\n Where:\u00a0<\/strong>Buffalo, N.Y.<\/p>\n This specialty craft food event puts a world of cuisine at your fingertips.<\/p>\n Ethnic food truck vendors from around western New York will be setting up shop at\u00a0the International Institute of Buffalo, bringing their fryers, broilers, griddles and grills to present a feast of international proportions. Slotted food trucks include fare from the Middle East, Mediterranean regions, African cuisines and even The Great Aussie Bite celebrating food from down under.<\/p>\n Past general admission tickets have included two complimentary beverages of beer, soda or water.<\/p>\n July keeps the summer festivals sizzling in Rochester with a slate of food and drink events of its own.<\/p>\n When:\u00a0<\/strong>Second weekend of July<\/p>\n Where:\u00a0<\/strong>Watkins Glen, N.Y.<\/p>\n The Finger Lakes Wine Festival is a must-experience event for any professed wine lover.<\/p>\n One of the largest wine celebrations in the state and in all of New England, Finger Lakes Wine Festival is dedicated to all things New York wine. Over 80 wineries and vendors set up shop and serve pours from their cellars, plus host cooking demonstrations, winemaking seminars, curated tastings, competitions and more.<\/p>\n In addition to the exploration of all things wine and winemaking, the annual Finger Lakes Wine Festival features:<\/p>\n Learn more about the\u00a0annual Finger Lakes Wine Festival<\/a>, then get in the spirit by\u00a0exploring New York wine regions and types<\/a>. Details on Rochester-area transportation packages to the festival are available, as well as information regarding both on and off-premise event lodging.<\/p>\n When:<\/strong>\u00a0Mid July annually<\/p>\n Where:<\/strong>\u00a0Perry, N.Y.<\/p>\n Learn the secrets of eating seasonally at this local Rochester festival gem, A Taste of Summer.<\/p>\n A Taste of Summer brings together over 10 area restaurants, breweries and wineries every year\u00a0to showcase specialty dishes and drinks using only seasonal, local ingredients. Attendees enjoy food, beverages and nibbles prepped by renowned establishments like:<\/p>\n Pre-sale tickets are typically available at discount rates. Tickets are used day-of in place of cash or credit to purchase dishes. The standard event rate is three tickets for one dish. See more details on the\u00a0Perry Chalk Art Festival event lineup<\/a>.<\/p>\n When:<\/strong>\u00a0Inaugural event in mid July, other O.P.P. dates throughout the year<\/p>\n Where:<\/strong>\u00a0Avon, N.Y.<\/p>\n While you’re in a hop state of mind from June’s brewery festivities and parties, make your way to the Rising Storm Brewing Company over in Avon. The award-winning brewery is opening its doors to commemorate all the beer-brewing talent in the area with a festival completely dedicated to other breweries \u2014 that is, “other people’s pints.” Get the name now?<\/p>\n With over a dozen breweries on its yearly docket,\u00a0the O.P.P. Festival is a one-stop night to soak in local craft beers. Taste beer flights and full pours, plus sample local food vendors while live musical entertainment plays on stage.<\/p>\n Get more information on\u00a0Rising Storm Brewing Company’s summer events<\/a>.<\/p>\n When:\u00a0<\/strong>Mid July<\/p>\n Where:\u00a0<\/strong>Syracuse, N.Y.<\/p>\n The annual Empire Brewfest\u00a0is a homage to all things craft beer \u2014 and more than worthy of the pilgrimage to Syracuse.<\/p>\n After all, it has “Empire,” in the name for a reason. One of the largest brewery festivals in summer, Empire Brewfest hosts well over 200 breweries and brewery representatives offering everything from their classic pours to brand-new, limited edition summer brews.<\/p>\n Choose from several ticket packages.\u00a0VIP tickets over the years have been upgraded to include amenities like:<\/p>\n Find the full lineup<\/a>\u00a0of Brewfest events, breweries, food vendors and more on their event page.<\/p>\n When:<\/strong>\u00a0Mid to late July<\/p>\n Where:<\/strong>\u00a0Geneva, N.Y.<\/p>\n Cool-climate wine<\/a>\u00a0lovers rejoice, this summer festival is made for you!<\/p>\n The FLXcursion Grand Tasting is a traveling series bringing international cool-region wine producers to cities near you.\u00a0Past Grand Tasting vendors hail from Oregon, Washington State and Michigan, plus Austria, Germany, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and more.<\/p>\n Taste classic to cutting-edge cool-region red and white varietals from a host of vineyards, hearing their origin stories told by the very people who cultivate the grapes.\u00a0Information on\u00a0standard and VIP tickets<\/a>\u00a0is available here.<\/p>\n When:<\/strong>\u00a0Late July or early August annually<\/p>\n Where:<\/strong>\u00a0Odessa, N.Y.<\/p>\n Summer festivals are a prime time to get your cheese fix on, with few places better to do so than the annual Finger Lakes Cheese Festival.<\/p>\n Showcasing the area’s rich and diverse cheesemaking scene, this family-friendly event is a day-long celebration of all things dairy. Taste dozens of cheese varieties, snack on cheese dishes, watch live cooking demos and attend cheese-wine-beer-cider pairing sessions. The kids will have fun exploring the event venue’s creamery, taking hayride tours of the farm and playing cheese-themed games.<\/p>\n The Finger Lakes Cheese Festival has traditionally also showcased the best of local:<\/p>\n Order tickets<\/a>\u00a0on the official Finger Lakes Wine Country events calendar.<\/p>\n When:<\/strong>\u00a0Late July<\/p>\n Where:\u00a0<\/strong>Hornell, N.Y.<\/p>\n Many regions around the world have their version of the boil dinner. Here in Rochester and Monroe County, we like ours with fresh clams, mussels and lobster, served with summery sides of locally farmed potatoes, corn on the cob and steaming-hot biscuits just pulled from the oven and smothered in butter.<\/p>\n That’s precisely what you’ll find on the menu of Wild Brute Winery’s Low Country Boil, a festive evening for food connoisseurs\u00a0looking for a taste of true New England summer cooking. Additional menu items include crab legs, smoked sausage and homemade seasonal desserts, all served hot and fresh like they would be in your own backyard.<\/p>\n Past meal tickets have included a complimentary glass of champagne.\u00a0Contact Wild Brute Winery<\/a>\u00a0for ticket prices and group packages.<\/p>\n Rochester’s food and beverage festivals aren’t over yet. Cap off the summer with these foodie celebrations in and around Monroe County all throughout August.<\/p>\n When:\u00a0<\/strong>Multiple Wednesdays throughout August and into fall<\/p>\n Where:\u00a0<\/strong>Aurora, N.Y.<\/p>\n 1833 Kitchen and Bar at the Aurora Inn serves up a unique, summer-long tasting series with one goal \u2014 showcase the diverse range of local wineries, breweries and distilleries that make up the thriving beverage scene here in western New York.<\/p>\n Best of all? Tastings are free \u2014 no tickets or advanced reservations required. Simply stop in on select Wednesdays throughout the summer months, sit down for the featured tasting, then enjoy live music, related food specials or a full dinner spread.<\/p>\n When:\u00a0<\/strong>First or second weekend of August<\/p>\n Where:<\/strong>\u00a0Syracuse, N.Y.<\/p>\n Wine and cheese may be the perennial pairing, but don’t go kicking beer to the curb just yet. The Strathmore Beer & Cheese Festival proves sample after sample, vendor after vendor, just how much these two belong together.<\/p>\n Each year, the event explores\u00a0dozens of artisan cheeses from local and national cheesemakers alike, alongside featured craft beers and ciders. Charcuterie plates and other cheese-inspired fares will also be available during this day-long fest.<\/p>\n All ticket packages contain various amounts of cheese, charcuterie and beverage samples. Find\u00a0ticket package details<\/a>\u00a0and purchasing instructions\u00a0on their event page.<\/p>\n When:<\/strong>\u00a0Peak corn harvest season in Northeast NY, August through September<\/p>\n Where:\u00a0<\/strong>Sanborn, N.Y.<\/p>\n August is peak corn season in New York State. Long Cliff Vineyard & Winery embraces the harvest in style with their annual Old Fashion Corn Roast, a complete, appetizer-to-dessert ensemble dedicated to sweet corn and all that goes well with it.<\/p>\n Typical event tickets include three personalized wine samples, a full beverage of your choice and dinner that’s featured locally sourced fare such as:<\/p>\n See\u00a0Long Cliff Vineyard & Winery’s website<\/a>\u00a0for details.<\/p>\n When:\u00a0<\/strong>Mid August<\/p>\n Where:\u00a0<\/strong>Geneva, N.Y.<\/p>\n Enjoy an upscale farm-to-table meal and sip\u00a0local Finger Lakes wines<\/a>\u00a0while supporting the Smith Opera House, all during in this annual food-centered festive fundraiser hosted at the Smith Center for Performing Arts.<\/p>\n Silk and Tassel brings award-winning, distinguished chefs from western New York to prepare a multi-course, gourmet dinner using only seasonal and sustainable foods.\u00a0Event proceeds go directly to the Smith Center for Performing Arts.\u00a0Donors will sit at a long, communal table, sharing in food and conversation \u2014 all for a good cause.<\/p>\n See the chefs and vendors taking part in Silk and Tassel, then\u00a0learn about the\u00a0Smith Center for the Arts’ additional summer series<\/a>.<\/p>\n When:\u00a0<\/strong>Labor Day weekend annually<\/p>\n Where:\u00a0<\/strong>Buffalo, N.Y.<\/p>\n There’s no better way to cap a summer of western New York food and wine festivals than attending the creme de la creme celebration of them all, the National Buffalo Wing Festival.<\/p>\n Consistently drawing 50,000 to 60,000 visitors a year, the two-day long homage to Buffalo’s famous fried chicken fare and is conveniently held only a few hours from Rochester. This packed festival is a must for every foodie to check off their bucket list, featuring:<\/p>\n VIP Party Deck tickets are typically available for a “Best Seat in the House” all-inclusive festival experience. All other general event tickets are available day-of at the gates, no pre-sale. Get all the details in their\u00a0full festival guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n Pro tip:<\/em>\u00a0Interested in bringing buffalo hot wing-wine pairings home? Stick with\u00a0sweeter, low-alcohol wines like\u00a0Gew\u00fcrztraminers<\/a>,\u00a0Garnachas<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0zinfandels<\/a>. Their juicy, bright but mellow flavors won’t fight against your plate of bold buffalo hot wings, letting you enjoy the nuances of each.<\/p>\n Whether you want\u00a0the right wine for a summer meal<\/a>\u00a0or a one-stop resource for\u00a0wine and beverage happenings<\/a>\u00a0near and far, Marketview Liquor can help.<\/p>\n We house one of the area’s largest selections of local, national and international wines.\u00a0Browse our wine catalog<\/a>, then order online for quick and convenient home delivery. Or pick up your order in-store to also explore our wide\u00a0selection of liquors<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Your complete guide to eating and drinking your way around a Rochester summer is here. Rochester, N.Y., and its surrounding areas are brimming with festive foodie events during the warm summer months. 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3. Buffalo Pints + Pierogi Fest<\/h2>\n
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4. Spanish Street Festival<\/h2>\n
5. Rochester Cocktail Revival (RCR)<\/h2>\n
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6. Spirit Tasting Spectacular<\/h2>\n
7. Oyster Fest<\/h2>\n
9. Bar Room Battle Royale<\/h2>\n
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10. Cheese the Day<\/h2>\n
11. Rochester Martini & Mimosa Fest<\/h2>\n
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12. A-List Canal Crawl<\/h2>\n
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13. Eat the World! Food Truck Party<\/h2>\n
July Food and Wine Festivals<\/h2>\n
1. Finger Lakes Wine Festival<\/h2>\n
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2. A Taste of Summer at Perry Chalk Art Festival<\/h2>\n
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3. O.P.P. (Other People’s Pints) Festival<\/h2>\n
4. Empire Brewfest<\/h2>\n
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5. FLXcursion Grand Tasting<\/h2>\n
6. Finger Lakes Cheese Festival<\/h2>\n
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7. Low Country Boil<\/h2>\n
August Rochester-Area Food Festivals<\/h2>\n
1. 1833 Kitchen & Bar’s Taste of Summer Series<\/h2>\n
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3. Annual Old Fashioned Corn Roast<\/h2>\n
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4. Silk and Tassel<\/h2>\n
5. National Buffalo Wing Festival<\/h2>\n
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Bring Rochester’s Best Food and Drink Festivals to Your Home<\/h2>\n
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