Rochester
Morning News
Tuesday, March 31st, 2026
Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 31st of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Wegmans shoppers can donate extra cash or round up their bill at checkout to support the United Way’s annual Scan Campaign today in Rochester — helping over 1,200 nonprofits serve families across six Western New York counties. The effort aids households struggling to make ends meet. ABC 13
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Visitors learned how maple syrup and sugar were made during the Maple Syrup Festival held on March 29 at Genesee Country Village & Museum in Mumford; they explored a 19th-century village, saw tree-tapping demonstrations, and sampled treats made from boiled sap. Democrat & Chronicle
- ➤ Strong Museum of Play transforms into a superhero headquarters for Superhero Spring Break with a pop-up by the American Dairy Association. The event runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily through April 5. ABC 13
- ➤ Blackfriars Theatre in Rochester revealed its 77th season lineup at a press conference on Monday, Mar. 30. The season features seven productions beginning Sept. 10 and ending May 30, 2027, with a Summer Intensive production of Urinetown: The Musical from July 31 to Aug. 9. ABC 13
- ➤ Rochester's Black Heritage committee will host a Black Heritage Gala on Saturday, April 11 from 5 to 11:30 p.m. at Riverside Convention Center to celebrate African-American leadership & heritage. FOX Rochester
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in New York are rising as higher crude-oil costs and increased spring travel push rates toward $4, with Rochester at $3.95 on March 30. Consumers may see further increases as supply tightens and demand grows. Democrat & Chronicle
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Rochester Regional Health announced that Leslie Wong M.D. will be chief clinical officer effective April 1 after Robert Mayo M.D. retires as chief medical officer tomorrow. Wong will oversee clinical operations and graduate medical education as part of a planned leadership transition. Rochester Beacon
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Vote for Section V's Girls Sports Athlete of the Week for March 23-29 with polling open until 8:00 p.m. Wednesday while the winner will be announced via Instagram Thursday morning (candidates include Grace Beach, Kendall Buttles, Bailey Cooper, Emma Johnson, Molly McJury, Lucy Whipple and Maddie Whitford). Democrat & Chronicle
- ➤ Local sports fans can vote for the Faber Builders Boys Sports Athlete of the Week from Section V — covering games from March 23 to 29 — with voting open until 8 p.m. Wednesday and the winner announced on Instagram Thursday morning. Democrat & Chronicle
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Easter Buffet Celebration
12-5 p.m. — Fedele's Brook House — $65 — Enjoy a delicious buffet featuring carved meats and homemade desserts with the family this Easter.
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Bat Out Of Hell The Musical
7:30-10:30 p.m. — West Herr Auditorium Theatre / RBTL — Tickets available — Experience the rock opera journey inspired by Jim Steinman's iconic music.
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Outside Voices at the ADK-GVC Chapter Meeting
6:30-8:30 p.m. — RMSC (Rochester Museum & Science Center) — Free entry — Discover tips on hiking and canoeing from expert enthusiasts at this engaging community event.
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2026 PBA New York Classic
1-3 p.m. — ABC Gates Bowl — Spectator passes available — Witness the top bowlers vie for championship glory in Rochester.
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Tempest Concert
8 PM – 12 AM — Lovin' Cup — $25 — Experience the vibrant fusion of folk rock and world music from the renowned band Tempest.
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Annual Bird of Prey Days Festival
Various times — Braddock Bay Park — $5 suggested donation for adults, kids free — Experience an exciting weekend of raptor education and conservation activities for all ages.
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Georgia Swarm at Rochester Knighthawks
3-6 p.m. — Blue Cross Arena — Cost info not provided — Celebrate Native American Heritage Night while enjoying a thrilling lacrosse match.
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Walter Trout Performance
7-9 p.m. — Fanatics Pub — Tickets required — Experience an evening of soulful blues with Walter Trout.
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A Beautiful Noise Tour
7:30-10:30 p.m. — West Herr Auditorium Theatre / RBTL — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of A Beautiful Noise live in Rochester.
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Rochester NY Coffee & Chocolate Festival
10 AM – 6 PM — Joseph A. Floreano Rochester Riverside Convention Center — Cost TBD — Sample a variety of coffee roasts and indulge in chocolate-inspired sweets from local vendors.
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