Name: Eastman Presents Chris Thile and Aoife O'Donovan: Wassail!
Start: 2026-12-04
End: 2026-12-04

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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Celebrate the holiday season in bluegrass style with GRAMMY Award–winning singer-songwriter Aoife O'Donovan (Crooked Still, I’m With Her, A Prairie Home Companion) and MacArthur Fellow and mandolinist Chris Thile (Punch Brothers, Nickel Creek, Live from Here) as they illuminate treasured holiday songs with spellbinding harmonies and joyful musicality. Featuring fresh arrangements of beloved classics, lively stories, and good cheer in abundance, Wassail! is a warm invitation to gather, sing, and revel in the glow of the holidays.  
  
“There was an undeniable chemistry in the way they played together—Thile and O’Donovan’s near-perfect vocal blend...and the playful complexity of their music...”  
  
— Atwood Journal

Eastman Presents Chris Thile and Aoife O'Donovan: Wassail!

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Eastman Presents Chris Thile and Aoife O'Donovan: Wassail!

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