Happening in Geneseo
GVCA Live & Local Holiday Market at The Big Tree
Holiday Market · Big Tree Inn
We are excited to announce the fourth event in our Keep the Arts Alive Series!! Live & Local This year join us @bigtreeinngeneseo for our annual Vendor Market!!
Hosted by the Genesee Valley Council on the Arts
Live & Local
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December 10th Preview for Members // December 11th - 13th, Open to the Public.
The Big Tree Inn, 46 Main Street, Geneseo, NY
11AM-7AM each day.
Wadsworth Homestead Tavern Nights
Escape the rush of the season and step back in time. For just three Thursdays in December, the historic Wadsworth Homestead transforms into a beautifully decorated cozy winter tavern. Bring your work group, visiting family or just a group of friends.
All the fires are lit and the air is filled with the scent of woodsmoke and holiday cheer. A full bar is set up including specialty cocktails. This is the perfect evening to slow down, relax with friends, and soak up the authentic magic of the holidays in a historic setting.
Light fare and holiday appetizers will be provided at no additional charge. Due to space limitations, tickets are required for tavern nights.
Deer Run Winery Candlelight Nights
Enjoy four food and wine pairings held within the winery after hours. A perfect way to get together with friends and family around the holidays!
Thursday December 11th menu
1) Brie stuffed pastry and wine jam paired with 2023 Chardonnay
2) Charcuterie skewer paired with Saperavi
3) Chicken picatta meatballs paired with Medium Riesling
4) Linzer cookie paired with Pebble Beach Blush
CCG Euchre Tournament
Euchre Tournament on Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025
Check in at noon.
Games begin at 1:00 pm
$10 entry fee per person
No partner necessary
6 games will be played
Winners receive cash payout
Soup and snacks for sale
50/50 raffle
Please come and join the fun!
Geneseo Cookie Stroll
Time & Location
Dec 13, 2025, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Geneseo Main Street, Geneseo, NY 14454, USA
About The Event
Stroll the downtown shops during Geneseo’s Hometown Holidays Saturday December 13th 12-4.
Collect a special cookie at each designated business on your map.
Register and pick up your map at Florence’s Perpetual Estate Sale or St. Michael's church then the holiday magic begins!
Tickets are $15 and available at valleyticketing.com
Wadsworth Homestead Tavern Nights
Escape the rush of the season and step back in time. For just three Thursdays in December, the historic Wadsworth Homestead transforms into a beautifully decorated cozy winter tavern. Bring your work group, visiting family or just a group of friends.
All the fires are lit and the air is filled with the scent of woodsmoke and holiday cheer. A full bar is set up including specialty cocktails. This is the perfect evening to slow down, relax with friends, and soak up the authentic magic of the holidays in a historic setting.
Light fare and holiday appetizers will be provided at no additional charge. Due to space limitations, tickets are required for tavern nights.
Caroling in the Village
Warm up your voice and your heart! Our annual community caroling event begins right here at the museum—everyone is welcome to join in this joyful holiday tradition. Contact Amy Cochrane at amygvcc@gmail.com for more details."
Christmas Open House
A fun family event! Join us for ornament making, photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus, live music, and refreshments. Registration is not required.
Yet to Be Gold, Ric Robertson & Aaron Lipp
We are delighted to announce the return of one of our favorite shows of 2024, an evening with Ric Robertson & Aaron Lipp Duo and Yet To Be Gold!
Come recharge your soul during the most blissful (stressful?) time of year at the historic Geneseo Riviera Theater!
Doors will open at 6, music will begin at 7.
All ages show. Children 12 and under FREE. General Admission event. Discounted presale tickets for $15, day of show $20.
Vinter Bar at the Wadsworth Homestead
Vinter Bar, the Wadsworth Homestead Speakeasy, will be open the last Saturday of the year, Dec 27th. The fires will be lit the bar will be stocked and live music courtesy of The Djangoners will be playing hot.
Invite your favorite people and feel free to dress comfortably, or wear that special dress, sparkly 20's outfit, or anything bespoke festive!
Tickets this year will be limited to 120 guests. $20 per person includes our usual spread of hors d’oeuvres!
Cash Bar.
PASSWORD: OHwhatFUN
It’s a Wonderful Life at Riviera Theater
It’s a Wonderful Life · Riviera Theater
Radio Show Production
$20 pre-sale tickets available online at BrownPaperTickets.com $25 at the door, cash or card only
Time: 3:00 PM
Pictures with Santa at the Wadsworth Homestead
Capture those precious holiday memories with Santa and Mrs. Claus in our charming venue, which will be fully decorated including a cozy fire.
Please choose your preferred time when booking.
It’s a Wonderful Life at Riviera Theater
It’s a Wonderful Life · Riviera Theater
Radio Show Production
$20 pre-sale tickets available online at BrownPaperTickets.com $25 at the door, cash or card only
Time: 3:00 PM
FRIENDS of Wadsworth Library Stocking Stuffer Book Sale
FRIENDS is having it's annual Stocking Stuffer Book Sale.
Date--December 6th (Saturday)
Time--10am to 2:30pm
Place--basement of library
$5 per bag.
Stocking up on some holiday gifts giving.
Holiday Bazaar
Visit our annual HOLIDAY BAZAAR. on Saturday, December 6, 2025 from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Geneseo United Methodist Church, 4520 Genesee Street, Geneseo.
The sale will feature a variety of high-quality, unique, hand-made crafts including seasonal items and ornaments, decorations and stocking stuffers, quilted placemats and potholders, Raggedy Ann and Andy dolls, knitted baby sets, baby quilts and lap robes, and much more. A variety of cookie plates, pies, baked goods, and jams and jellies will be offered in our “Pantry” for your culinary pleasure. Beautiful fresh cut greens arrangements and artificial flower arrangements will also be available.
You can sit back, relax & enjoy homemade soups & desserts in our café when you have finished shopping.
Proceeds from Saturday’s sale will be used to support the United Women in Faith’s mission and outreach programs and partners, locally and around the world. Cash, checks, debit & credit cards accepted.
We hope to see you there!
ChristmaSing
Celebrate the season with this Geneseo Rotary tradition!
Meet at the Village Park at the end of Main Street at 6 PM then stroll down the street to the fountain caroling. Everyone is welcome! Geneseo Rotary will lead the singing and Santa will arrive to visit with the children after the sing. Hot chocolate and cookies for all!
LCHS Member Holiday Reception
Friday, December 5th, 4:30-6:30 PM – exclusive to LCHS Members
Join us for an evening of gratitude and cheer as we celebrate our members and donors. Enjoy light refreshments, good company, and the beauty of the museum in full holiday spirit.
Interested in becoming a LCHS Member? Learn More.
Make Your Own Gingerbread House
Come out for some guaranteed holiday fun! We’ll be making our own gingerbread houses from graham crackers, icing, and various candies. Open to children 4 years old and up. Registration will be open Sunday, November 1st. Space is limited.
Wadsworth Homestead Tavern Nights
Escape the rush of the season and step back in time. For just three Thursdays in December, the historic Wadsworth Homestead transforms into a beautifully decorated cozy winter tavern. Bring your work group, visiting family or just a group of friends.
All the fires are lit and the air is filled with the scent of woodsmoke and holiday cheer. A full bar is set up including specialty cocktails. This is the perfect evening to slow down, relax with friends, and soak up the authentic magic of the holidays in a historic setting.
Light fare and holiday appetizers will be provided at no additional charge. Due to space limitations, tickets are required for tavern nights.
Puerto Rican Bomba Music Class
Puerto Rican Bomba music class (singing, dancing, drumming).
Every Tuesday starting February 18th.
5:30 to 7pm.
@ Geneseo United Methodist Church.
$5. First time free.
Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
Holiday in the Valley Christmas Fair
Hosted by Harvest Home Decor and The Wadsworth Homestead, you’ll be sure to feel the nostalgia of the Holidays✨ while you also tour the beautifully decorated Wadsworth Homestead!!
Puerto Rican Bomba Music Class
Puerto Rican Bomba music class (singing, dancing, drumming).
Every Tuesday starting February 18th.
5:30 to 7pm.
@ Geneseo United Methodist Church.
$5. First time free.
Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
Puerto Rican Bomba Music Class
Puerto Rican Bomba music class (singing, dancing, drumming).
Every Tuesday starting February 18th.
5:30 to 7pm.
@ Geneseo United Methodist Church.
$5. First time free.
Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
Sharing Stories @ CCG
Any age welcome!
All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Bring a buddy or make a new friend!
Bring your own book or read one of ours!
Read silently together
Or
Read aloud to each other
Or
Be a listener
Seniors and Teens welcome.
Free of charge.
Registration not required.
Ayurveda 101 by Shakti Yoga
Ayurveda means the "science of life." It is considered a sister-science to yoga and is a holistic system of wellness that aims to bring balance and harmony to all aspects of a person's health. Come join us for this introductory workshop and learn, or brush up on, the basics of daily lifestyle practices which support and align with the rhythms of Nature and our own nature to create harmony in body, mind and spirit. No experience necessary. Bring a notebook.
DRAG BINGO at Strange Design
DRAG BINGO TICKET- Hosted by Mrs. Kasha Davis. One drink and one entree minimum per person. Doors at 6 pm, balls drop at 7 pm.
Puerto Rican Bomba Music Class (Copy)
Puerto Rican Bomba music class (singing, dancing, drumming).
Every Tuesday starting February 18th.
5:30 to 7pm.
@ Geneseo United Methodist Church.
$5. First time free.
Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
Myrt Merritt Memorial Trivia Night
Myrt Merritt Memorial Trivia Night:
To honor a beloved community member and benefit the growth of Geneseo's Community Center.
Saturday, November 1st
Trivia begins at 7 pm
Doors open at 6:30 pm
$25 per participant
Includes: admission, trivia participation, desserts & beverages
40th Anniversary Erie Hall Haunting Celebration & Watch Party
Screening (10:00 am) of the new Netflix special "True Haunting" about the 1985 haunting in Erie Hall, SUNY Geneseo campus. Followed at noon by Q & A with Chris DiCesare and other haunting survivors. Book signing of DiCesare's The Ghost Boy of Erie Hall at Sundance Books following.
Main Street Halloween Parade
Join us for this annual community tradition! Gather at 6 pm at Village Park (the Log Cabin area) before the procession begins. Parade down Main Street, cider and donuts afterwards courtesy or Rotary and Kiwanis club.
Halloween Fun for All Ages at Wadsworth Library
Friends of Wadsworth Library invites the community to a free, family-friendly night of Halloween fun on Thursday, October 30, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM at Wadsworth Library in Geneseo. Upstairs, guests ages 12 and older can enjoy a scavenger hunt, visit a fortune teller, and stop by the psychic’s tarot card table. Downstairs, younger visitors will find games, crafts, and dancing in a lively Halloween setting. Costumes are encouraged, and all activities are free to enjoy.
Friends of Wadsworth Library HAUNTED LIBRARY
Down on the lower level will be a children's party with music, games, and a craft.
Main floor will be a scavenger hunt and other halloween activities for adults and teens.
Geneseo School Trunk or Treat
The Geneseo PTSA is hosting our annual Trunk or Treat Event on Saturday October 25th from 11am-12:30pm. Everyone is welcome, bring your best costume and enjoy trick or treating with the families of the Geneseo Community.
Financial Wellness Workshop
Eddie and Kelsey Abrams from PFS Investments, a national financial services firm will provide information on such topics as retirement, how to be debt free, buying a house, and how to prepare for a child’s college expense. Registration is not required.
Positive Expressions: Playgroup and Socializing
Good vibes and positivity to support parents, grandparents, and caregivers of young children. Peer support and fun times aided by knowledgeable staff from Livingston County Dept. of Health. Free playgroup.
We honor each family’s culture, experiences, and values while sharing knowledge and practical skills that promote well-being.
All families, pregnant individuals, and those living within or outside of Livingston County are welcome. Children are welcome to attend with their caregivers; however, CCG and Department of Health staff are not responsible for supervising children.
”The Stories They Brought With Them”
Listen to tales about the European folks who were the first to settle in Livingston County. This program is best for adults & teens. Registration is not required.
This program is made possible in part with funds from the Genesee Valley Council on the Arts Aid to Localities program.
Ceramic Owl Craft at The Wadsworth Library
Add a charming touch to your home by painting a ceramic owl figurine. Open to adults 18 & Older. Space is limited. Registration is now open, visit the library event page below.
Sharing Stories @ CCG
Any age welcome!
All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Bring a buddy or make a new friend!
Bring your own book or read one of ours!
Read silently together
Or
Read aloud to each other
Or
Be a listener
Seniors and Teens welcome.
Free of charge.
Registration not required.
Genesee Valley Hunt Races
The Genesee Valley Hunt Races is a great way for the entire family to spend the day in a beautiful outdoor setting just north of Geneseo, NY. The Hunt Races have been hosted here for over 120 years, and some of the finest steeplechase trainers on the eastern seaboard bring their horses here to compete for over $30,000 in prize money. Trainers, owners, and jockeys agree that the Genesee Valley Hunt Races are one of the most anticipated meets of the entire season.
There is lots for the kids to do (including stick horse races and pony rides), food and drink vendors, wine and craft beer tasting, shopping, music and more. It’s like an old-fashioned country fair with a race track instead of a midway, and there’s something for everyone to enjoy!
Geneseo Farmers Market
Fresh. Local. Community.
Our market is a hub for community, sustainability, and supporting local farmers in the Finger Lakes region. From June through October, the Geneseo Farmers Market runs weekly, offering fresh produce, artisanal goods, and local delights along with occasional live, local entertainment.
Fruits & Vegetables ┃ Meats ┃ Baked goods ┃ Cheese ┃ Honey & Maple syrup ┃ Hand crafted goods┃ Fresh flowers ┃ Live music┃Kids activities
Every Thursday 3-6:30 , Center Street

