The Strong National Museum of Play is the ultimate play destination for all ages! Explore upstate New York’s largest year-round cultural attraction and experience two floors—more than a city block long—of hands-on, dynamic, interactive exhibit spaces. Discover the world's largest collection of toys, dolls, and games. Play your way through video game and pinball history, leap into the world of American comic book superheroes, and move like a playing piece on a giant game board. Enjoy a 1918 carousel; indoor, tropical butterfly garden; food court; diner; and more. Meet history’s playful side in The Strong’s three halls of fame. Go hands-on with the toys beloved by generations in the National Toy Hall of Fame; learn about toy industry luminaries such as Milton Bradley, Walt Disney, Jim Henson, and George Lucas of the Toy Industry Hall of Fame; and see how electronic games are changing the way people play, learn, and connect with each other in the World Video Game Hall of Fame. The Strong is open 362 days a year and is centrally located in Rochester, New York. Visit museumofplay.org or download The Strong Museum Guide mobile app to plan your visit today. Parking is available in the museum's garage for $5. ATM on site.

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Strong National Museum of Play - Rochester’s ultimate destination for hands-on fun and adventure for all ages

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X-Golf Pittsford is Rochester's newest golf simulator sports bar. With 8 simulators, a full bar, and a kitchen serving tasty upscale bites in a 7,000 square foot facility, X-Golf is the premier indoor golf spot in Rochester. X-Golf's state of the art indoor golf simulators offers players unparalleled accuracy and realism through a combination of camera systems, infrared lasers, impact sensors and advanced gaming software.

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Receive 30 minutes FREE when you purchase 90 minutes of play time. When booking your tee time, please book the full 2 hours.  The discount will be applied on-site at checkout.

Discover delicious handcrafted sushi and a specially selected menu of flavorful dishes from around the world.

Next Door by Wegmans

black & blue is Rochester’s favorite New American Steakhouse, serving our community for over 15 years. Elegant but unpretentious, sophisticated but approachable, b&b’s inventive design, inspired cuisine, and complete focus on gracious hospitality drives impressive crowds night after night. All of our Black Angus steaks are hand-cut and wet aged for 21-28 days exclusively for black & blue. They are seasoned in our signature house rub and broiled to our guests’ liking in a 1700° oven. black & blue is also dedicated to supplying our restaurants with the freshest seafood though our family-owned fish and seafood house in St. Petersburg, Florida. From boat to plate, our b&b family is the only one touching your fish. black & blue hosts corporate and special events for up to 40 guests. From intimate parties to lavish receptions to important business dinners, we provide our guests with an elegant setting, customized b&b menus and unparalleled hospitality for their private events. Est. 2005

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Chefs amuse at hibachi grills & craft unique rolls & platters in a modest, wood-accented locale. Pickup and delivery options available as well.

Plum Garden Japanese Restaurant

Pittsford Plaza is the retail heart of the affluent community of Pittsford, NY. The Plaza has conveniently served its community for more than 40 years, offering unique fashion, restaurants, entertainment and lifestyle concepts that cater to a wide range of customers. Fashion retailers include Carter’s, J. Crew Factory, Columbia Factory Store, Under Armour, Going, Going, Gone! by Dick’s Sporting Goods, and more. Restaurant options include Black & Blue Steak & Crab, The Cheesecake Factory, Plum Garden, Root 31 Café, Mamma G’s, and Georgio’s Pizza. Lifestyle and entertainment offerings include Pure Barre, Barnes & Noble, X-Golf and Apple Cinemas. Pittsford Plaza has evolved into a destination for sampling the finer side of living and serves as a vibrant community hub drawing customers from across the Greater Rochester region.

Pittsford Plaza

jojo is everyone’s favorite neighborhood hangout. A revival of the classic American tavern, jojo’s warm and inviting atmosphere serves up refined seasonal American cuisine from local sources. Our extensive wine offerings are approachable and fun, pairing easily with our famous wood fired pizza, baked thin and crispy in a 700° oven. Or enjoy our Happy Hour specials at the bar, Monday-Friday, and snack on some cheese & charcuterie and crispy calamari. Monday is our favorite night of the week! Join us in Pittsford for BYOB Monday - Bring Your Own Bottle - We will open and serve your own bottle of wine with no corkage fee. The bustling bar and dining room usher in a feeling of true conviviality, we welcome you to stop by for a delightful evening with friends or family. Est. 2003

Jojo Bistro & Wine Bar Pittsford

YOUR TABLE IS WAITING. Our finely tuned American Style cuisine offers a taste of what is unique to our local area. We are in the the art of rediscovering cocktails by way of fresh ingredients, unique liquor and meticulous recipes. Experience our open floor plan that highlights our one-of-a-kind view of the Erie Canal.

Erie Grill at the Del Monte Lodge, A Renaissance Hotel

A local neighborhood favorite in historical cozy digs just steps from the Erie Canal on iconic Schoen Place. Not just crepes, The Heroux Family offers progressively traditional comfort food using scratch-made ingredients the whole family will enjoy. In addition to the main dining room, this location boasts a small outdoor porch, beer/wine/cocktail service and a full coffee bar. A romantic indoor event space, The Cellar, is available for meetings and private gatherings. \*New Summer - Fall 2023\* Complimentary take out delivery service is provided for guests hanging across the street at Lock 32 Brewery.

Simply Crepes Pittsford

Pittsford Fine Art is a not for profit that brings together 23 Rochester-region artists under one roof at the four corners of historic Pittsford Village. If you appreciate original paintings and sculpture, you'll find some of the area's best-known talent showing their work in our artist-run gallery. A short drive southeast of downtown Rochester, Pittsford is home to Nazareth University, St. John Fisher University, and the renowned Oak Hill Country Club. The village offers charming eateries and shops near our gallery, all within a beautiful, walkable setting along the Erie Canal. Ample free parking makes it easy to explore. Take home a piece of original art, created and shown by local artists, to remember your visit. Gallery hours for your visit: Tuesday through Thursday, noon to 5 p.m.; (with the exception of First Fridays that are each month and open until 8 p.m.); and Saturday and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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The Village Bakery in the Village of Pittsford hearkens back to the neighborhood bakeries of the past, offering sweet pastries and cookies, savory breakfasts and lunches, and handmade artisan-style hearth baked breads. Our talented baristas offer delicious coffee drinks, organic teas, healthy smoothies and refreshing iced beverages. Gather with your family, friends and neighbors in the stylish café. Our team of artisans bake bread daily using centuries old baking methods free of preservatives, dough conditioners and stabilizers. Our breakfast pastries are also handmade in the traditional French style, using only whole ingredients, and baked fresh every morning. Village Bakery & Cafe offers catering for breakfast and lunch events. Your guests will enjoy a full range of fresh and healthy offerings at your next corporate office luncheon or celebratory baby or bridal shower. Est. 2012

Village Bakery & Cafe Pittsford

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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