The best book, hobby & craft shops in Irondequoit

“Longstanding comic book shop featuring new and back issues and graphic novels, plus action figures and statues.”

“Friendly shop with a wide selection of vintage comic books and back issues, plus action figures.”

“Relaxed, organized shop for comic books, graphic novels and back issues, plus collectible figurines.”

“Need a birthday hero move or a midweek creativity hit, swing by Little Button Craft this week for locally made art, Rochester themed goodies, and small craft classes that actually teach. They also whip up custom pieces like embroidery, pint glasses, even DnD dice trays, so your gift feels unmistakably Rochester.”

From the Rochester newsletter, August 3, 2026

“Vintage banjos, mandolins, guitars, and ukes live here alongside fresh arrivals, plus a calendar of friendly bluegrass, old-time, and ukulele jams that make practice feel like play. Bernunzio Uptown Music is the Rochester standby with 50 years of know-how when your hands need a better instrument.”

From the Rochester newsletter, August 8, 2026

“Chain carrying a variety of arts & crafts materials, plus party supplies, fabric & home-decor items.”

“Dan's Crafts & Things is the Rochester go-to when your project needs real parts, from balsa and basswood to acrylic sheets, inks and clay, beads and jewelry findings, even dollhouse minis and coin folders. Wander the aisles, spark an idea, then grab that 3D printer filament you kept forgetting.”

From the Rochester newsletter, August 14, 2026

“Chain store that carries a wide array of stringed instruments, keyboards and drums.”

“Musical instrument repair shop working on items such as saxophones, trombones, and clarinets.”

“Chain carrying a variety of arts & crafts materials, plus party supplies, fabric & home-decor items.”

“Chain retailer carrying art & hobby supplies plus home decor (most offer classes & custom framing).”

“Retail chain offering musical instruments, audio gear & accessories, plus rental & repair services.”

“From bass and electric guitars to drums, keys, amps, and the pedals that make your neighbors curious, Sound Source has the tools to spark new riffs this week. They even handle live sound and studio needs, plus rentals, so you can test ideas before committing.”

From the Rochester newsletter, August 13, 2026

“Chain retailer carrying art & hobby supplies plus home decor (most offer classes & custom framing).”

“Vintage vinyl specialists with new releases, a backroom lounge, and live music stages, plus event space.”