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Rochester, NY Events: Concerts & Comedy
Live events, concerts, sports, theatre and unforgettable tours — handpicked, city by city.
Rochester's calendar runs mainly on live music, with our listings tracking 162 concerts alongside a strong theatre and sports presence — 311 events in total.
Comedy at The Carlson is the busiest venue in our data, followed by West Herr Auditorium Theatre for the bigger touring shows. Blue Cross Arena anchors the city's major concerts and sporting fixtures, while Kodak Center Theater and OFC Creations Theatre Center round out the local performing-arts scene.
A genuine spread across comedy, arena concerts and community theatre gives Rochester one of the more balanced calendars in upstate New York.
Every listing links directly to a trusted ticketing partner for live pricing and availability. Browse the calendar below and filter by category or date to plan your visit.
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Thu, Sep 24 · 7:00 PM
Comedy at The Carlson - Main Showroom
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What events are happening in Rochester?
There are 81+ upcoming events listed in Rochester, including 50 concerts, 14 sports and 12 theatre. Browse the full Rochester events calendar to filter by date and category.
What movies are playing in Rochester right now?
41 movies are now playing in Rochester, across 3 theaters, including Resident Evil (2026), Practical Magic 2 (2026), Spider-Man: Brand New Day (2026). See all Rochester movies and showtimes, updated daily.
How do I check movie showtimes in Rochester?
Open any movie on StayNxplore to see every Rochester theater showing it, grouped by date, with each showtime linking straight to the box office to book tickets. You can also start from a cinema’s own page to see everything screening there. Browse Rochester movie showtimes.
Can I book tickets for Rochester events on StayNxplore?
Yes. Every event and tour links straight through to a trusted ticketing or booking partner, so you can check live availability and prices and complete a secure checkout. StayNxplore curates and organises the listings; the booking is handled by the official partner.