Roc Holiday Village

What makes this event special

Free ice skating and rentals, Santa's Workshop, craft activities, music and a festive downtown market. This is a holiday festival experience in Rochester, New York, with a published program for families.

What families can expect

• Rochester's downtown village offers free skating and skate rentals as well as Santa's Workshop.
• Seasonal craft activities, music and a market support a flexible family outing.
• Some specialty experiences and performances require separate paid reservations.

Date, venue and practical planning

When: Nov 27, 2026 – Dec 20, 2026. Where: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Park, Rochester. Admission: Free admission; some ticketed activities. Suggested audience: All ages.

Runs on selected dates November 27–December 20; program schedules differ by day.

A parent-friendly way to enjoy it

Combine a free activity with one planned treat; check skating capacity and reserve paid programs in advance.

Before booking or traveling

Select dates November 27–December 20; free programming and optional paid experiences. Event programs, timed entries and availability can change. The event organizer's page is the source of truth for admission, current opening times and accessibility details. This guide was researched on 2026-10-29.

Explore the area

Make the most of the outing with more things to do with kids in Rochester, or browse the New York kids events calendar for other dates.