Rochester
Morning News
Thursday, May 7th, 2026
Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 7th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Officials and Visit Rochester unveiled plans on May 6 for the America 250 Celebration (a free event spotlighting local history and baseball) which will be held at ESL Ballpark on July 12. Residents can join in to honor America’s heritage this summer. ABC 13
- ➤ Rochester will host its 24th annual Dachshund Parade on Saturday, May 9 from 10 to noon at Washington Square Park & parade co-chair Alan Frost, with his dog Archie leading the procession. ABC 13
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Blackfriars Theatre is ending its season with a production of the Tony Award-winning musical Parade that recounts the 1913 trial of Leo Frank. The play will run from May 8 to 24 at Blackfriars Theatre. ABC 13
- ➤ Chris Lopez celebrated Cinco de Mayo by visiting local favorite Neno's Gourmet Mexican Street Food (642 Monroe Avenue) on May 5, marking a festive nod to the holiday. FOX Rochester
- ➤ The I'm Still Standing summit for women will celebrate strength, faith and resilience as host Tamesha Beckford and guest speaker Lauren Coe prepared details at ARC Rochester on Wednesday. The expo will be held Sunday, May 17 at Village Gate Square — an inspiring event aimed at empowering local women. ABC 13
- ➤ On Saturday, June 6 and Sunday, June 7, the Landmark Society of Western New York will host its annual House+Garden Tour in Charlotte Lakeside. Visitors will explore curated homes, gardens, the Charlotte-Genesee Lighthouse, and Dentzel Menagerie Carousel from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with general admission at $38. News 10
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ During Nurses Week from May 6 to 12, select restaurants like Chick-fil-A, Dunkin’ and Chipotle offer free food + discounts to healthcare workers in Rochester; offers require valid ID and vary by location, so workers should check with venues for details. Democrat & Chronicle
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Molly V's Homemade Ice Cream in Victor is processing 182 customer flavor ideas in its second contest. Judges will choose four finalists, and customers are set to vote for the winning flavor in June & the winner will receive a year of free ice cream. Democrat & Chronicle
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Big Jay Oakerson Concert
9:00 PM — Comedy @ The Carlson — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of laughs with comedian Big Jay Oakerson.
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Step Off Competition Reunion
2-5 p.m. — East High School — Kids 2 and Under Free, Kids 3-12 $15 — Celebrate the reunion of step competition participants with performances and community spirit.
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Mother Goose by Rochester City Ballet
2-3 p.m. — The Hochstein School — Ticketed event — Experience classic fairytales come to life through Ravel’s whimsical music and ballet performance.
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Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra: Broadway In Hollywood
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Eastman Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a musical journey from Broadway to Hollywood with your RPO featuring hits from iconic stage-to-screen sensations.
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Don McLean Concert
7:30-11:30 p.m. — West Herr Auditorium Theatre / RBTL — Ticket prices vary — Experience the timeless music of a GRAMMY Award-winning legend known for 'American Pie'.
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Toddler Time at Winton Library
11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. — Winton Branch Library — Free entry — An engaging hour of songs, rhymes, and stories to boost early literacy for toddlers.
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Cupid's Boomerang: Infrared Radiation Orchestra
8:00 p.m. — Bug Jar — Tickets starting at $12.30 — Experience an electrifying night of music with Cupid's Boomerang and Infrared Radiation Orchestra.
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Rochester Philharmonic Youth Orchestra: Spring Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Eastman Theatre — Pay-what-you-want — Experience the RPYO's final concert of the season featuring young talent and community support.
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Ismael Loutfi Live
7:30-9 p.m. — Kodak Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant energy of Ismael Loutfi's performance.
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RHVCC Cars & BBQ
5 p.m. — Big Daddy BBQ & Lounge — Free entry — Enjoy a classic car show, tasty BBQ, and live jazz music in a vibrant atmosphere.
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~ Carl Jung
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