Good morning, Rochester.

This weekend, Rochester will host several events including the Pride Parade and Festival at Highland Park on Saturday starting at 11 a.m. and Pride celebrations at Water Street Music Hall and a free film screening at The Little Theatre on Friday, while downtown Canandaigua hosts the Art & Music Festival from Friday to Sunday—offering art demos, live music, and vendor displays—and additional local events like the Hemlock Little World’s Fair through Saturday plus a Flea Market Mashup on Sunday.

The Rochester Pride Parade and Festival will take place on Saturday—beginning at 11 a.m.—as the parade moves from South Ave and Science Parkway to Highland Park with a festival offering food trucks, drinks, games and live music until 6 p.m.

Rebecca Bryant Novak, a first-year doctoral student with a full scholarship at Eastman School of Music, was expelled after raising concerns about a professor’s hostile behavior and alleged sexual harassment without due process.

The Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression sent a letter on June 18—urging her reinstatement as the University of Rochester said it would review the case by the end of July while she files a human rights complaint and considers hiring an attorney.

Since Abdullahi Muya was found dead in the Highland Park Reservoir in February 2024, city crews have installed new infrared cameras, a dedicated security patrol, and trimmed trees at Highland Park and Cobbs Hill—staff are also being trained and the gates are being upgraded to further prevent unauthorized access.

The state’s Department of Transportation is working to fix an electrical issue that has turned off the northside navigation lights under the Irondequoit Bay Bridge while the southside lights keep working—DOT advised boaters to be careful until the lights are restored.

Golisano Children’s Hospital celebrated 10 years of its pediatric tower on Thursday with patients, families, and hospital leaders marking over 30,000 surgeries and expanded care, and officials announced plans for a dedicated pediatric emergency department—adding a new chapter in care—while the event ended at 5:30 p.m.

Shoreline Half Marathon & 5K

7:00 a.m. — Hamlin Beach State Park — Registration required — Race along the beautiful shoreline with options for both half marathon and 5K.

Jungle Jog 2025

8:00-10:30 a.m. — Seneca Park Zoo — Registration required — Join a fun 5K run or walk through the scenic Seneca Park in Rochester.

The Swell Season Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — Kodak Center — Last-minute tickets available — Catch the soulful sounds of The Swell Season in a vibrant setting.

Melvin Seals and JGB Concert

5-6:30 p.m. — Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Park at Manhattan Square — Free entry — Experience an evening of high-spirited jam band music featuring Melvin Seals and Dogs in a Pile.

Elite Basketball Camp

9 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Gates Chili Central School District — Check event page for pricing — An inclusive camp aimed at building skills and confidence in young athletes.

Legion Baseball Centennial Championship

9 a.m. — Rochester Institute of Technology — Admission details pending — Catch the excitement of New York's top amateur baseball teams competing in a historic tournament.

Roc Artists Open Market

10 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Innovation Square — Free entry — Discover local artisans, delicious food, live music, and engaging activities every Sunday in Rochester.

Training Camp

9:45 AM – 1:45 PM — St. John Fisher University — Check website for price — Experience NFL training with a clear bag policy for all attendees.

Completely Unchained (Van Halen Tribute) featuring Alyssa Trahan

5-10 p.m. — Barnard Banquet Hall — Cost not specified — Rock out with Completely Unchained, the ultimate Van Halen tribute, and hometown star Alyssa Trahan for an unforgettable night of music.

Rochester District Amateur Championship

All day — Cobblestone Creek Country Club — Entry fees apply — Compete in a rigorous 72-hole stroke play championship with a chance to make the cut.