Bands on the Bricks
The Market's signature free summer live music series
2025 dates
Bands on the Bricks takes place Fridays from 6 - 10 p.m.
- July 11
- July 18
- July 25
- August 1
- August 8
- August 15
One of Rochester's most popular free live music series, Bands on the Bricks brings the City of Rochester Public Market to the evening set with national acts and favorite local bands on consecutive Friday nights in July and August. Food and drink vendors will be there to complete your night!
Bands on the Bricks is proudly co-produced by the Market and several community partners.
Check back soon for the 2025 musical lineup!
Visit the official Bands on the Bricks Site
Rules, regulations, and tips for attendees
- Shows start at 6 p.m., gates open 5:30 p.m.
- 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, bring a folding chair!
Food and merchandise vendor information and applications
Bands on the Bricks welcomes applications from vendors that offer food and merchandise at the events! Click below for the information and application packet:
Bands on the Bricks 2025 application
Questions?
For more information, call the Market office at 585-428-6907 or email pmarket@cityofrochester.gov.