Events in Rochester today

Walk in for a brief energy tune-up designed for convenience and ease. No appointment is needed, and sessions aim to clear energetic blocks, sharpen clarity, and help you feel balanced and centered. The space includes three treatment stations separated by privacy dividers to create a comfortable setting. It is a good introduction for first-time participants and a helpful reset for anyone familiar with this work. Guided by Denise McGrath of Restore Alignment Energies, sessions are intended to get energy flowing within minutes. The cost is $50, payable by cash, check, or Venmo.

Pick-your-own flower hours are back at Nooney Farm, where guests can clip fresh blooms directly from the Big Field. Bring pruning shears if you have them, or borrow a pair on site. A bucket helps keep stems fresh, and water will be available. Most flowers are priced at $1 per stem, with dahlias at $2. Payments are accepted by cash, credit card, or Venmo.

Players gather for open-format Commander games, matching up with others for friendly battles. This ongoing series provides a chance to play MtG Commander with new and familiar opponents.

At Jimmy’s Jazz & Blues Club, Americana and roots artist Jackie Greene showcases the range that has defined his career, shifting from tender, piano-led songs to searing blues guitar. A seasoned touring musician, he has held the lead guitar role with The Black Crowes and helped drive Trigger Hippy alongside Joan Osborne. He also frequently performs with Phil Lesh & Friends and collaborates with Gov’t Mule and Tedeschi Trucks Band. Whether fronting his own high-energy shows or guiding collaborative tribute projects, he celebrates and advances the spirit of American roots music. Guests can make an evening of it with dinner service that begins when doors open, typically two hours before the music starts. Full table service is available from ticketed seats, and the wine and spirits program has earned Wine Spectator recognition for four consecutive years from 2023 through 2026. Dining is available before the show or throughout the performance.

Family Value Night at Bowl-O-Rama packs bowling, food, and games into one straightforward package. For $19.95 per person, each guest gets two hours of candlepin bowling with shoe rental, plus a large slice of pizza and a fountain soda. The arcade adds even more to do between frames, and the mix suits families, friend groups, date nights, or after-school plans when you want budget-friendly fun and an easy meal.

Spend an evening immersed in Pokemon fun in the game room. The focus is the Trading Card Game, but fans of every stripe are welcome to hang out, play casual matches, trade cards, or enter a paid tournament. Those who stay through the conclusion receive a Play Pokemon prize pack, while supplies last. A Standard format tournament is available. Entry costs the same as one Pokemon pack, and all entry fees are combined into a prize pool that is awarded as store credit based on final standings. Bring a deck that meets Standard rules. This family friendly gathering welcomes players from age 8 through adults. Attendees under 16 must remain with a parent or guardian for the entire event. Minors may trade cards only with in person parental permission, and staff can help review trades for fairness. Jetpack Megastore in-store events aim to build community and encourage play. Event pricing is often below typical market value, may change at any time, and is available only with active participation. Players who sign up and then drop will be disqualified from future events. Leaving before the end makes participants ineligible for bonuses, promos, prizes, or additional product. These policies are firmly enforced to support fair and enjoyable in-store play, and signing up can take a spot someone else hoped to use.

Under the Oak is a summertime concert series set between the flower fields at Kittery Land Trust headquarters. The music continues in any weather, unfolding beneath the oak tree on clear evenings or moving into the greenhouse if it rains. Guests are welcome to bring a chair or blanket, pack a picnic, and settle in for a relaxed night. A $10 suggested donation per person is appreciated, and kids attend for free. Fox & Roy, a harmony-rich duo from southern Maine, share heartfelt interpretations of folk, soul, blues, and Americana favorites spanning the 50s through today. Their partnership began over a decade ago while working together at The Black Birch in Kittery, and their set features familiar songs delivered with a warm, gentle touch. Listeners may recognize connections to the indie folk and soul band Foxglove, as well as projects like Old Hat Stringband and The Hazel Project. They perform throughout the Seacoast of Maine and New Hampshire, and sometimes expand to a trio with a friend on pedal steel, mandolin, or guitar, depending on the show. During the concert, the farm’s vibrant fields open for pick-your-own flowers, offering a hands-on way to connect with the landscape and bring a little of it home. Proceeds support Kittery Land Trust’s work at Nooney Farm, helping care for the land, broaden educational opportunities, and address food insecurity. It is a relaxed evening of music and blooms that also strengthens the community it celebrates.

Revo Casino & Social House Dover hosts a weekly trivia night that is easy to take part in and welcoming to teams. Friends can team up for a casual competition and settle in for an evening at the venue. Entertainment is booked by Massive Entertainment Group.

Send off summer at Jellystone Park Lakes Region with a tropical-style luau featuring island-inspired entertainment and games for every age. Show off your creativity in a decorated golf cart contest, then roll into a parade of the colorful entries. Enjoy easygoing island vibes with family and friends. Activities are offered only for the week.

Sing your favorite songs or cheer on the performers at a casual karaoke gathering at Lilac Club Casino. The atmosphere welcomes both first‑timers and seasoned singers. Entertainment is coordinated by Massive Entertainment Group.

Magic: The Gathering takes center stage with Casual Friday Magic and a Friday Night Magic draft. Casual play features Commander games and chances to try out decks, with a casual group that enjoys playing, people to learn from, and plenty to watch. The draft is organized. Players pick up packs, head to the game room, and wait for instructions from the TO before drafting begins. Draft prizes are WOTC promo packs. Pricing may change depending on the set being drafted, so check with the clerk for details.

Renowned rock and blues guitarist Gary Hoey takes the stage at Jimmy’s Jazz & Blues Club on the tour behind his album Avalanche. Recognized by Guitar Player Magazine among the top 100 guitarists, he rose to fame when his instrumental version of Hocus Pocus became one of the most-played rock tracks of the year and reached the Billboard Top 5. A celebrated instrumentalist and film composer, his soundtrack work includes projects for Walt Disney, ESPN, and the surf favorite Endless Summer II. He has shared bills with Jeff Beck, Brian May, and Joe Bonamassa, and also performs as the guitarist for the Lou Gramm All Stars. For this show, he appears with his son, guitarist Ian Hoey, delivering a blend of new material and classic favorites. Enhance the night with table service from your seat, available before and throughout the performance. No reservations are required, and the wine and spirits program has earned repeated recognition from Wine Spectator.

Radio Roulette is back at Revo Casino in Dover, NH with a set made for dancing.

This PG-13 screening features the filmed original Broadway production of Hamilton, captured live at the Richard Rodgers Theater on Broadway in June 2016. The musical traces the life of Alexander Hamilton through a modern lens, powered by a score that blends hip hop, jazz, R&B, and show tunes. The film brings viewers close to the stage, offering an up-close view of a production that helped reshape contemporary theater and left a lasting mark on culture, politics, and education. Presented as part of the Wentworth-Douglass Hospital Movie Night Series.

This gathering features Dungeons & Dragons alongside other tabletop roleplaying games. Sessions usually include two or three D&D Adventurers League tables plus an additional table for a non D&D RPG, and there is no fee to participate. Registration is managed through a D&D Adventurers League Facebook group, with seats assigned on a first come, first served basis and priority for GM volunteers. For questions, email the game organizer at 00alactus00@gmail.com.

This Rochester drop off event makes it easy to recycle working room air conditioners and dehumidifiers while earning a $50 incentive for each unit. Eligible residential customers served by an NHSaves utility partner may participate, with a limit of two room air conditioners and two dehumidifiers per account. Commercial accounts are not eligible. To participate, complete the online rebate form ahead of time to receive a confirmation code, then bring the code and your working units to the event staff. If you cannot apply online, a printed rebate form is available and can be brought along. Filling out the form in advance helps the process go more smoothly, and staff can also accommodate those who were unable to pre apply. After verification at the event, a $50 per unit recycling rebate will be mailed within six to eight weeks.

A waterfront outdoor venue features food and drinks with no cover charge. The event will go on regardless of the weather, taking place outside when conditions allow and moving indoors if needed.

Preservation Hall Jazz Band brings the ever-evolving spirit of New Orleans to the stage, celebrating a living tradition carried forward for over six decades. The ensemble reflects the city’s role as a meeting place for global sounds and cultures, honoring its heritage while propelling the music into the present. Their album So It Is showcases this momentum, tracing a musical line from Afro-Cuban roots through kinship with the Afrobeat of Fela Kuti and the fiery explorations of Pharoah Sanders and John Coltrane, then linking to trailblazing artists they have encountered on major festival stages from Coachella to Newport. Along the way they have performed alongside legends such as Stevie Wonder, Elvis Costello, and the Grateful Dead as well as modern headliners including Beck, The Foo Fighters, My Morning Jacket, and the Black Keys. Presented with support from Music Series sponsors McFarland Hyundia, Raka Creative, and 92.5 The River.

OverTone takes the stage at the Moose for a live performance.

Annie leads a 60 minute vinyasa class for all levels at Corner Point Brewing Company, followed by a beer. The cost is $20 and includes a beer. Bring your own yoga mat, and blocks if you like to use them. To sign up, email Annie at anniecannonacu@gmail.com.

New and younger players can explore Dungeons & Dragons in a welcoming series led by Anthony. Learn the essentials of building characters, practicing roleplay, and casting spells, with the opening session dedicated to creating your first hero. If you miss the first week, pre-generated characters are available so you can jump in without delay. Sessions run twice a month and are designed for easy drop in or drop out participation. Entry is $5, and space is limited to six players. Contact the organizer or sign up in store to reserve a spot.

At The Press Room, Johnny Mullenax teams up with Dave Hunter & The Seven Hundred for an evening of boundary-blurring roots music. Mullenax fuses bluegrass, country, and groove into a lively, genre-crossing sound. A Tulsa native raised in a musical family, he picked up guitar at five and has chased new ideas ever since, from festival adventures to playing in a live hip hop backing band. His influences range from AC/DC and The Ramones to John Coltrane and Parliament, and his guiding principle is to explore different styles rather than stick to just one. Dave Hunter & The Seven Hundred, based along the Maine and New Hampshire seacoast, bring a punchy mix of alt-country, roots-rock, and amped-up Americana. The lineup features lead singer, guitarist, and songwriter Dave Hunter with Chris Kelly on guitar and vocals, Steve Barlock on bass and vocals, and Joe Welsh on drums and vocals. Their debut LP, Tamp That Fever Down, includes songs such as It Made the Greatest Sound, Chicken Little’s Bones, Leaving Westbrook, Hey, Gina, and Got a Favor. This all-ages show has tickets priced at $15 in advance and $20 on the day of the event.

Bowl-O-Rama Family Fun Center celebrates seven decades of candlepin bowling and family fun with a daylong anniversary event featuring retro pricing and giveaways. Games are 70 cents and shoe rentals are 70 cents, with prizes available throughout the celebration. It honors years of memories and a longstanding community tradition.

Dungeons & Dragons at Diversions is hosted by private groups that welcome both new and experienced players to join ongoing adventures. Sessions typically offer a pre-teen kids table and an adult table. The adult table requires a free sign-up with limited space, and a confirmed sign-up guarantees a seat for that session. The kids table is walk-in, first come first served, with limited seating and no guarantee of availability. These games are not coordinated or managed by Diversions staff. Parking options nearby include a free lot about a five minute walk away, a garage that charges $1 per hour about six minutes away, and a lot directly behind the store priced at $2 per hour for the first three hours, then $5 per hour for each additional hour.

Enjoy relaxed MTG Commander gatherings at Jetpack that highlight fun, social EDH play. Everyone is welcome, from newcomers to seasoned players. Casual decks and playstyles are encouraged at all times, even alongside other Commander activities, and that welcoming approach remains at the heart of Commander at Jetpack.

Play Digimon TCG at an officially recognized event that is now connected to the Digimon tournament play site. Plan to arrive early to complete sign-up. A $5 registration fee is added to the prize pool. Weekly play is free and includes prize support from Bandai.

Enjoy an upbeat evening of music bingo filled with songs, laughter, and friendly competition. Participation is free, the playlist keeps the energy high, and prizes await the winners. Bring friends, enjoy a drink, and try to be the first to complete your card.

Part of the Local Artist Series at Jimmy’s Jazz & Blues Club, Mica’s Groove Train delivers a lively take on neo-soul with a rich, adaptable sound that connects with a wide audience. The lineup features Yamica “Mica” Peterson on vocals, Stacy Bugg on bass, Joe Rizzo on drums, and Paul Lessard on guitar. Dinner service is available right from your seat with full table service and no reservations needed, and you can order food and drinks before the music begins or throughout the performance. The club’s wine and spirits program has been recognized by Wine Spectator for four consecutive years, offering thoughtful pairings to complement the night.

Reverend Horton Heat powers a high-energy night of roots-driven rock and roll with special guest Messer Chups. Led by Jim Heath, the show blends the raw spirit of country, blues, and early rock into a turbocharged performance, complete with blazing guitar and thunderous upright bass from Jimbo. The set channels a slick 1950s vibe while tipping the hat to icons like Screamin' Jay Hawkins and Buddy Holly, then pushes everything into the future. Rockabilly dancers in poodle skirts and cowboy boots keep the party moving, creating the feel of a mid-century teen flick reimagined for today.