Name: MAG’s Birthday Bash
Start: 2026-10-09
End: 2026-10-09

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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MAG’s Birthday Bash

Friday, October 9, 5:00 pm–8:00 pm

Included with museum admission

What better way to celebrate a birthday than with art, cake, and cocktails?

As MAG turns 113, come enjoy Second Friday festivities, including a custom cake from Get Caked (served while it lasts!), grabbing a cocktail from the bar in the Vanden Brul Pavilion, mini-tours of the collection with Lauren Tagliaferro (5:30 pm and 6:30 pm), and checking out [*Desire and Abundance: American Culture and the Still Life*](https://mag.rochester.edu/exhibitions/desire-and-abundance/), [*Fischli & Weiss: The Way Things Go*](https://mag.rochester.edu/exhibitions/fischli-weiss/), and [*Hugo McCloud: to everything there is a season*](https://mag.rochester.edu/exhibitions/hugo-mccloud/).

Don’t forget to check out The Store @ MAG for great art (and MAG merch!) to take home. Did we also mention that admission is half-price on Second Fridays?

MAG’s Birthday Bash

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MAG’s Birthday Bash

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