I had the opportunity to work this festival and I had a blast. Super hot but beautiful day at Cobbs…read morehill. So many food trucks to choose from and great drink options ( our beer was the best lol) The entire festival was organized and well run. Loved the theme outside bar, it was Alice in wonderland. Lots of hanging cards and just a great outdoor vibe in a comfortable Lounge... nice clean air conditioner bathrooms too!

2022 festival was a bust! There was no shade anywhere and the space felt cramped. The vendors felt…read morelike they were all on top of each other. The stage was in the middle of everything making it tough to watch since people were constantly walking through people. Everything was crowded and there wasn't any space designated to just chill. It felt like everyone was trapped in a relentlessly sunny corral. Hopefully in the future they'll consider some seating or at least including shaded areas.

What an incredible event held at the Rochester Public market. This is a major fundraiser for…read morefoodlink. Come and sample items from over 100 local food purveyors breweries wineries restaurants etc. If you are used to coming down to the market on Saturday, parking for this even is not bad at all. Entrance on Railroad Street had a much shorter line than the Union Street entrance. You get a tote bag, a wine glass and a tasting plate when you arrive. Wander for three hours tasting your favorite samples.. some vendors offered special discount coupons and a few places had items for sale.

This is an outdoor venue and I like to support a local cause and try new food…read more I've come a few times but you would honk they would have a better system of getting people thru the lines and maybe more space for people to walk around. Getting here early and going thru the stations of restaurants are encouraged. It's a 3.5 outta 5 Street parking or the lots

Took some out of town friends that have never been before, they definitely expected more art…read moretents...however it seemed like it was the normal amount to me. Lots of bight photographs and artists with their home made items. Mixed in with local food vendors and food trucks...so many choices and samples galore. Local radio stations with sign ups for prizes and giveaways. The people watching is the best, so much entertainment ...grab some food and sit back and enjoy! If you don't fill like the street food is your thing most of the restaurants on Park ave have outside seating too. I like to go every year for a nice walk and to check out the local artists all in one area.

It's not as exciting as it could be. The food is mainly generic and overpriced and doesn't even…read moreseem to be local. The places that are local are less overpriced. There is less food than I expected. The art and other products available to buy are okay, but only a few places stood out as actually interesting among lots of generic stuff. Meanwhile, it turns the neighborhood into a zoo with lots of parties with beer pong on lawns and no parking anywhere. I'm told this is a big event, but I wasn't all that impressed with it. Seemed like any street fair anywhere, and nothing special, unfortunately.

Wonderful vendors. Spaced out well. You can easily spend a few hours there without feeling crowded…read moreor rushed.

The weather did not cooperate. It was hot, but this Arts Festival is impressive. It covers 5 city…read moreblocks with many vendors selling their craft pieces, paintings, scented candles, copper garden ornaments, wooden hand-carved household items, and many more. There are food trucks with a wide variety of choices. It is the largest Art Festival I have visited. Quite impressive. I hope the vendors did well in their sales.

So many options of food!! Live music, (iron smoke was playing)bounce house for kids, drinks for…read moreadults! One big circle of vendors, sampling food as you walk your way back to the start :) Had a grilled cheese with apple and bacon from Cheese and confused, it's like a grown up version of my childhood! They don't skip on the bacon! Stingray sushi fusion was really good, I tried the spicy crap... Will be going here for dinner at some point! Really enjoyed la petit poutine... Went with the small traditional.... Just so much food to try!!!! Only downfall is the parking.... No real order or anyone directing.... Just keep hunting for a spot or be prepared to walk!

The Wayne County Fair makes for a fun evening out. Not a fair you can spend the whole day due to…read morethe size but we spent a few hours out of the house taking in the attractions. Plenty of rides and games available. Local businesses had information booths you could visit and connect with. We also enjoyed the 4H area where all of the animals were on display. The day we came judging had been completed and we were able to see the prize winners. The food vendor selection was your typical fair findings. We enjoyed the birdland popcorn chicken bucket. Huge portion for $10 dollars. We mainly visited for a special fair tasting event: tastes of Wayne county which cost an additional $15 to enjoy. You receive a tasting cup and you could visit as many vendor tables as you like within the closed off area. We ended up purchasing some delicious locally grown popcorn and you could see many attendees leaving with vendor goods.

20 dollars to park !!! cant do anything why have a concert if u cant afford the drinks and food now…read morepay to park!!! screw you wayne county pig department

One of if not the best Beer Festival in Rochester! You do need a ticket for this event, ** tip** go…read morefor the VIP ticket.. you get in early before the crowds and so no waits for those tasty samples! So worth it!! With so many breweries represented it can be overweening, take your time sampling... there are dump buckets throughout if you don't like something. Always a great event to sample so new beers or seasonal ones. This is where I was first introduced to the beers of Moreals and a wine slushy. There are also food vendors, make sure to grab some food too. Some of the brewery highlights for me: Brooklyn ROC Galaxy Singlecut Troegs Jack Abbys Threeheads Stoneyard K2 BigDitch Other Half Always a great event!

Wow, my new favorite Rochester festival! The Expo is the highlight of Rochester Real Beer Week and…read moreis hosted all along Gregory Street in the South Wedge. I attended their third annual event this past Saturday and I'm so glad I didn't miss it again. First off, you get unlimited tastings from a selection of 80+ craft beers. Lots of local breweries and some imports, too. My favorites were Oskar Blues Chardonnay Barrel Aged Pilsner, Stillwater Artisanal Cellar Door Wheat Ale brewed with White Sage, and the Petrus Aged Red (tart cherry beer from Belgium). I only started tasting at 8:30 though (it runs 6-10pm) and some that came highly recommended by friends were already sold out. The crowd was very different from the average free festival crowd (this one costs $45-$65/ticket or $10 for DDs). Lots of hipsters in their 20s-30s and only a few staggering drunks. I saw a lot of people I knew from different areas of life. Beer can be a uniting beverage. Besides the beer tastings they had several food trucks, lots of cigars (not my thing), merchandise, live music, and street performers. I followed the soul band Shine to Tap and Mallet after the festival and danced/ate there for the remainder of the night. Tips: take your time, don't finish something you don't like (they have buckets for this), and come hungry/thirsty. Beer is filling and the food trucks are plentiful. Also go early to get the best selection.

Best event at the lilac festival hands down! Two different sessions to choose from 12-4 and…read more4:30-8:30. Great mix of local and national breweries, a few ciders and craft spirits! Hardly any lines or waiting at each table. Just a few food options, Lovin Cup and trader joes were good. It's nice that they fill up your tasting glass and you can keep going back. Bathrooms onsite, just outside the tent. Some of my favorites: Black button Disterlery- rootbeer and cream so damn good! ROC- whoopass was the best beer here! Singlecut Stoneyard Lagunitas Swiftwater Ithaca K2 Overall this is a well organized event that look forward to every year.

I had no idea the Lilac Festival had something like this for those 21 and older. My boyfriend and I…read moreattended the wine expo. We felt the beer expo was a little expensive. Mahbe next year. It was nice to see the different NY wineries and even private businesses sell their items. We tried so many different wines and food. One of our favorite stops was a shoppe that stuffs pepperoni with different kinds of cheese. We got a free glass for attending!