Name: Anomaly: The Rochester Genre Film Festival
Start: 2026-11-11
End: 2026-11-15

Journey through 5,000 years of human creativity: from the treasures of antiquity to 21st - Century masterworks, including Monet, Rembrandt, and O’Keefe as well as contemporaries such as Kehinde Wiley and Mickalene Thomas. Located in the Neighborhood of the Arts, and considered one of the finest regional art museums in the country, the Memorial Art Gallery is known for its comprehensive, well-balanced collection and dynamic schedule of exhibitions year-round. THE STORE @ MAG is the place in Rochester to find local, hand-crafted gifts for family and friends featuring works by over 75 regional artists. In addition to exhibition space, MAG also features a range of rental spaces with in-house catering available by our on-site restaurant, Brown Hound Downtown.

Memorial Art Gallery

Established in 2006, Stacy K Floral is a women-owned business founded by Stacy K Ercan with a mission to bring joy to the community through flowers, gifts, and creative design. While delivering daily throughout Monroe County and providing event florals statewide, the Rochester storefront has evolved into a vibrant, collaborative destination. Guests can now experience a unique fusion of local brands under one roof, including the newly added Winter Swan Coffee, where you can enjoy the intoxicating aroma of freshly brewed specialty coffee nestled right among the fresh blooms.

Stacy K Floral & Winter Swan Coffee

Enter the lush rain-forest environment and walk among hundreds of brilliantly colored, free-flying tropical and native butterflies that flutter about—and may even land on you! Be sure to visit the chrysalis case and see emerging butterflies. A paved path leads guests through tropical foliage, a turtle pond, and a cascading waterfall. Take a peek at Watson, the garden’s resident panther chameleon, and watch his colorful scales change color as he adapts to the environment. Look closely and you will also notice several four-footed and fine-feathered friends, including Socrates, the garden's brightly plumaged green aracari toucan, and families of Button Quail. The butterfly population is funded in perpetuity through the generous support of Louise Woerner and Don Kollmorgen. The plants in Dancing Wings Butterfly Garden were made possible by Allyn’s Creek Garden Club.

The Strong Museum Discovery Garden

Based in Rochester, NY, the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra (RPO) has been committed to enriching and inspiring the community through the art of music since 1922. Today, the RPO presents at least 130 concerts per year, serving an estimated quarter of a million people through concerts, education and community activities throughout our region. Whether it's Beethoven, Broadway, or the Beatles- the RPO has something for everyone! Join us for a concert! rpo.org

Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra - RPO

The 9-day Rochester International Jazz Festival is one of the world’s leading jazz festivals. From legendary performers and familiar favorites to rising stars and new discoveries, this Festival navigates all genres of creative improvised music from all corners of the world and brings together unique musical sounds from many countries, and highlighting international artists' take on the only true American art form - jazz. The 9-day multi-dimensional nine-day festival is held in downtown Rochester, NY in 20 venues, all within walking distance and presents more than 1500 artists performing in 320+ shows. The festival features: Headliner Series Club Pass Series of 220+ shows, 100+ free shows and events Workshops for music students Nightly jam sessions See the full schedule and more at RochesterJazz.com

CGI Rochester International Jazz Festival

Founded in 1929, The Little Theatre is the premier cultural center for the presentation of American independent, international, and classic films — as well as music and visual arts — for the greater Rochester community. The Little has five screens, plus a café. Also, their popcorn is magic.

The Little

Have a great time with us! Cool people making award-winning craft beer in the Neighborhood of the Arts. 16 freshly made beers on tap with live music every Saturday and Sunday. We feature a large tasting room with snacks and a huge patio to enjoy the outdoors. Our flagship brand, Kind IPA is Rochester's signature craft beer. Gluten free and N/A options available, along with NYS wine and cider. Space available for large groups and events. Checkout our website for upcoming events, https://threeheadsbrewing.com/events. Bands & Shows: Get out your dancing shoes and join us for some great tunes. From yoga to private parties, we’ve always got something fun going on. Three Heads Brewing is comprised a perfect combination of talent, friendship and commitment to great beer. Each of the crew brings unique ability to the business and has a distinct background. We hope to continue to grow and always make beers you enjoy.

Three Heads Brewing

Chef Dan Martello and team find their culinary inspiration in dishes to be shared, and through this lens prepare cuisine specializing in house made pastas, dishes from our smokehouse, and vegetable preparations reflecting the best the region and seasons have to offer. Enjoy the energy of our bar and award-winning craft cocktail program, as well as our dining room with a group of friends or for a special date. Hours: Wed-Sat 5 p.m. - 2 a.m. For parties of 25-350 guests, checkout Jackrabbit Club. This spacious, 7,000 square foot space features a full on-site kitchen and flexible layout for happenings of all sorts. Jackrabbit Club is located directly adjacent to Good Luck.

Good Luck Restaurant

Hedonist Artisan Chocolates make handmade chocolate truffles in unique, innovative flavors. We use only the highest quality chocolate and fresh local ingredients. Our truffles are available individually or in beautifully packaged gift boxes.

Hedonist Artisan Chocolates

ImageOut presents and supports LGBTQ+ arts and cultural experiences showcasing films, creative works, and artists to promote awareness, foster dialogue, and build community.

ImageOut: The Rochester LGBT Film & Video Festival

Rochester, NY, is the third-largest metropolitan area in New York State, nestled along the southern shore of Lake Ontario. With a proud sports tradition, Rochester is home to iconic teams like the Rochester Red Wings (MiLB), Rochester Americans (AHL), Rochester Knighthawks (NLL), and Flower City Union (NPSL). Our vibrant sports culture thrives across all levels, from youth clubs and high schools to elite collegiate programs, creating a strong, year-round foundation for athletic excellence.

The Rochester NY Sports Commission champions Monroe County through the power of sports tourism. By attracting championships, invitationals, and tournaments across a wide range of disciplines, we help fuel the region’s economy and enhance the quality of life for residents and visitors alike. Each year, Rochester welcomes a growing roster of sporting events, showcasing our top-tier facilities, supportive community, and dedication to teamwork on and off the field.

We invite event organizers, rights holders, and sports professionals to discover why Rochester and Monroe County are ideal destinations for your next competition or tournament. Let’s play in Rochester!

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Anomaly - The Rochester Genre Film Festival, an eccentric film festival brought to life right in the heart of Rochester NY, delightfully passionate about sharing, supporting, and advocating for genre movies.  
  
We work year round to discover the best independent horror, sci-fi, fantasy, action, and truly indescribable feature-length and short films to share with our amazing audience. We showcase films during our main festival weekend, at special events year-round, and also on our bi-weekly podcast, to keep the genre film spirit alive.

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