Free Events Every Day in June
There’s Something Free Every Day: Summer Fun in Downtown Rochester!
Looking for something to do every day of the week without breaking the bank? You’re in luck—Downtown Rochester has regular free events daily all summer long! From live music and dance lessons to yoga and Zumba, there’s no shortage of ways to enjoy the city, stay active, and connect with community. Here’s your day-by-day guide to free fun Downtown:
Sundays: Salsa Rueda
Spend your Sunday afternoon at Peace Plaza, moving to the beat with free Salsa Rueda dance from 2–3:30 PM. It’s energetic, social, and open to all skill levels! Learn more about Salsa Rueda and the full dancing schedule here.
Stick around from 4–6 PM for live music in the Plaza. Rain or shine, the music plays—if weather doesn’t cooperate, the show moves indoors to either the Historic Chateau Theatre or Galleria at University Square.
Mondays: Dancing Downtown and Live Music
Mondays are packed with sound and rhythm. Catch live music in Peace Plaza twice a day from 11 AM–1 PM and again from 4–6 PM. More details here.
Then, keep your Monday night grooving with free ballroom, swing, or line dancing lessons from 6–8 PM in Peace Plaza. After the lesson, enjoy open dancing under the summer sky. Full dancing details here.
Tuesdays: Live Music Twice a Day
Tuesdays are all about live music! Catch your favorite local performers during lunch (11 AM–1 PM) and happy hour (4–6 PM) in Peace Plaza. With plenty of seating, it’s the perfect Downtown backdrop for a weekday break. More details here.
Wednesdays: Outdoor Yoga and Live Music
Ease into your Wednesday with live music from 11 AM–1 PM and again from 4–6 PM in Peace Plaza.
Then, stretch it out at free outdoor yoga on The Deck from 5:30–6:30 PM. Bring a yoga mat, a water bottle and a friend for an hour of movement and mindfulness. Details and location info here.
Thursdays Downtown: Rochester’s Signature Summer Street Festival
Thursdays Downtown kicks off June 12 and runs all day from 11 AM–8:30 PM through August 14 (except July 3). Expect live music on multiple stages, vendor booths, food trucks, family fun and more! This is Rochester’s premier weekly summer celebration, and it’s free to attend! Plan your Thursday here.
Fridays: Live Music over Lunch
Wind down the work week with live music in Peace Plaza from 11 AM–1 PM. Grab something from a nearby Downtown eatery, and enjoy the sounds of local talent under the sun. More details here.
Saturdays: Outdoor Zumba on The Deck
Start your weekend with energy and joy at free Zumba on The Deck from 10–11 AM. All levels are welcome—just bring a water bottle, some friends and your best moves! More info here.
Don't Miss Out—There’s Something Every Day!
Whether you’re looking to dance, move, relax or rock out, Downtown Rochester has you covered seven days a week with something fun, free, and open to all in June. Check our out Event Calendar for tons more going on in Downtown this summer!
