Bands on the Bricks
The Market's signature free summer live music series
One of Rochester's most popular free concert series, Bands on the Bricks brings the City of Rochester Public Market to the evening set with national-act and local live music on five consecutive Friday nights in July and August. Food and drink vendors will be there to complete your night!
Stay tuned to this page for the 2025 dates and music lineup!
Visit Bands on the Bricks website
Rules, regulations, and tips for attendees
Shows start at 6 p.m., gates open 5:30 p.m.
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- No shoes, no shirts, no entry.
- All bags are subject to search.
- No smoking under vendor sheds, or close enough to the sheds that smoke can get underneath.
- No pets.
- No bicycles inside the event gates (but we encourage you to ride your bike to the events).
- No skateboards or in-line skates.
- Attendees can bring in one sealed bottle of water per person (no other food or beverages).
- No drones.
- Seating is limited so consider a folding chair!
Vendor Information and Application
Stay tuned to this page for the 2025 Bands on the Bricks application for food and merchandise vendors!
Questions?
For more information call the Market office at 585-428-6907 or email pmarket@cityofrochester.gov.
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