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Information for how media and press professionals can work with the City of Rochester's Bureau of Communications.

The City of Rochester is committed to ensuring that our community can safely enjoy City parks, trails, athletic fields, courts, shelters, and lodges. While parks are free and open to the public, the permitting guidelines below ensure that our public spaces remain accessible, safe, and enjoyable for everyone.

Reservations for City lodges, shelters, parks, green spaces, athletic fields & courts.

Held annually in Highland Park, a historic landscape designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, the festival showcases more than 500 varieties of lilacs in full bloom, drawing visitors from across the country.

This event is an electrifying celebration of Latin music and culture.

Party in the Park is Rochester’s outdoor summer concert series, bringing live music and good vibes to the heart of downtown.

The Office of Special Events showcases the vitality of Rochester by hosting, sponsoring, or permitting events that enhance a strong sense of community and attract visitors. The city permits over 500 annual events with well over 1.5 million people attending them.

Rochester's summer calendar is filled with vibrant events that celebrate the city's diverse culture and musical heritage.

The Flower City Feeling Good Guided Bike Rides program offers a fun, active way to explore Rochester’s scenic trails, parks, and neighborhoods.

Every year, the City of Rochester Public Market hosts 40 days of free-admission special events, in addition to the regular year-round shopping days!

Major special events taking place on City-owned parks, streets, and other public spaces.