Free things to do this weekend in and around Rochester

Exciting Free Events from Friday, July 4 to Sunday, July 6, 2025

Parents, get ready for a weekend packed with wonderful free activities your kids will adore! Start off by exploring the Pokémon Meet and Swap hosted by Brighton Memorial Library, where young fans can connect, trade cards, and share their love for Pokémon on July 6th from 1pm to 2pm. Nearby, families can enjoy the vibrant scenes at Millennium Park, which features activities like Wiggleworms at 10am, Story Time at 11am, and music at 1pm, offering a fun-filled day for younger children amid scenic outdoor settings. For animal lovers, Lincoln Park Zoo provides a great spot to watch and learn about exotic creatures, all for free. Meanwhile, Navy Pier offers an exciting Cirque Shanghai show at 2pm on Thursday, followed by the Children’s Museum opening its doors free from 5pm to 8pm, perfect for an inspiring artistic experience. Lastly, North Avenue Beach is an ideal destination for a picnic and a day in the sun with your little ones.

Also to brighten your weekend, Da Book Joint invites families to their Books and Brunch for Kids event tomorrow at noon, blending storytime with tasty bites. Winston Plaza’s Kid-A-Palooza Free Family Fun on Saturday afternoon offers interactive games and activities perfect for all ages. For a creative outlet, check out the Artseed Pop-up Artmaking Workshop for Kids held on Thursday, where children can craft and paint to their hearts’ content. Lastly, don’t miss out on the FREE Storytime LIVE event with Clifford in Lincoln Park on Saturday morning, a magical chance for kids to dive into beloved stories with live performance flair.