Happening in Geneseo
Workshop Wednesdays
On Wednesdays each week, The Gallery in the Valley workshop tables are open for anyone to bring their own art project to work on alongside other area artists and makers. “We think it’s great to chitchat while we work - the best conversations can be had and overheard at Workshop Wednesdays. Hope you’ll join us sometime!”
Owl Prowl
Calling all nature lovers & night owls. This guided owl prowl is an excellent opportunity to meet new people & learn more about Geneseo's nocturnal wildlife! We'll be looking for owls, as well as other late-night creatures around the SUNY Geneseo Arboretum. Come join us for an evening of exploration & excitement. It'll be a hoot! Make sure to dress for the weather and bring a flashlight or headlamp as well as a solid pair of shoes (preferably boots).
Event Contact: emb103@geneseo.edu
Geneseo Sip and Stroll
Geneseo Community Main Street Is proud to present the annual May Day Sip & Stroll! Get out on Friday May 1st from 5-8pm for an evening of sampling libations from more than 20 local wineries, cideries, breweries, and distilleries as you explore and shop our downtown businesses. Live music and snacks will be featured throughout the downtown district.
Note: Tickets must be purchased in advance.
Follow the Visit Geneseo facebook page for updates about this year's tasting vendors, sales and exclusive offerings, and a lineup of the live music featured throughout town!
Each ticket guarantees a signature Geneseo tasting glass and event map along with a libation sample at each of the participating businesses. Participants must be 21 and must show valid identification to register on the day of the event. Refunds are not available for Sip & Stroll Tickets. This event will take place rain or shine!
To receive tasting glasses and maps, participants can check-in at either of these registration points starting at 4:30 pm on May 1st:
Shear FX, 28 Main Street, Geneseo OR
Florence's Perpetual Estate Sale, 133 Main Street, Geneseo
Bonfire Side Chats
"Fireside Chats" were popularized by President Franklin Roosevelt during the Great Depression and World War II. They were an opportunity to come together as a nation to acknowledge challenging times and address an uncertain future. Junior Individualized Studies Major, Eric Broeker, is highlighting the intersectional skills he has gained through his major that focus on nature education, psychology, and communication through this Bonfire Side Chat. Connect with people from the campus and community to acknowledge the challenging times we are living in now and build community to address an uncertain future.
InterPlay: Easeful Movement and Storytelling for Older Adults
Looking for a bit more joy, ease, and spontaneity in your life? Looking for an inclusive creative practice where you can go at your own pace? Want to discover new dimensions of your creativity through movement, voice, and storytelling? Join Matt McClure for a free 4-week workshop on creativity and improvisation at the Morgan Estates Community Center at the Hills in Geneseo. The sessions will feature accessible, easy-to-learn activities as well as concepts and tools to integrate this experience into our lives. The program will culminate in an optional community performance. This program is focused on seniors and is adaptable to any level of ability/mobility. Adults 18+ of all abilities and experiences are also welcome. Spots are limited and first come first serve. Classes Schedule - Tuesdays - 2-3pm May 5, 12, 19, 26, and June 2 Register here - tinyurl.com/interplaymorgan. This is a FREE offering funded by Genesee Valley Council on the Arts! Want to try InterPlay before committing? Come to the first class on May 5th. No registration required! Any questions? - email me at matthewfmcclure@gmail.com Matt McClure grew up in Geneseo and finished his MA in Dance at University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa in 2023. Last year, Matt taught an InterPlay series in Geneseo, and this year, he is teaching at Morgan Senior Living! Matt loves to move creatively with others and loves to share the joy of improvised movement with beginners! What is InterPlay? https://youtu.be/yvfRvRkpPaQ https://interplay.org/index.cfm/go/about:home/ https://www.interplaync.org/about This project is made possible with funds from the Aid to Localities Program through the Genesee Valley Council on the Arts.
Workshop Wednesdays
On Wednesdays each week, The Gallery in the Valley workshop tables are open for anyone to bring their own art project to work on alongside other area artists and makers. “We think it’s great to chitchat while we work - the best conversations can be had and overheard at Workshop Wednesdays. Hope you’ll join us sometime!”
Mother’s Day Brunch at the Big Tree Inn
This special event is by reservation only, with seatings available between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM. Guests will enjoy an incredible brunch filled with all of mom’s favorites. As a thank you, we’re proud to offer free mimosas and bud bouquets to all the moms attending! Reservations by calling (585)208-4504
Workshop Wednesdays
On Wednesdays each week, The Gallery in the Valley workshop tables are open for anyone to bring their own art project to work on alongside other area artists and makers. “We think it’s great to chitchat while we work - the best conversations can be had and overheard at Workshop Wednesdays. Hope you’ll join us sometime!”
SUNY Geneseo Commencement 2026
Join us on Saturday, May 16, 2026, as SUNY Geneseo honors its graduating students with two undergraduate commencement ceremonies at 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. in the Wilson Ice Arena (see directions and parking).
Whether you’re joining us in person or via livestream, we’re honored to celebrate this momentous occasion together.
Purse Bingo with Geneseo PTSA
Geneseo PTSA Purse Bingo at Deer Run Winery is back Thursday May 21st , doors open at 6pm, Bingo starts at 7pm tickets are $25 each. Come and try to win one of our designer purses or raffle baskets. *NEW THIS YEAR* you can pre-order Charcuterie Boards and Bottles of wine for your table. Purchase 1 ticket or reserve a full table of 8.!
Geneseo Airshow
More Information Coming Soon! Join us for an unforgettable weekend celebrating Geneseo's Greatest Hits with spectacular aerial reenactments, legendary warbirds, and cutting-edge military demonstrations. This year we honor the Wings of Victory: Reunion & Remembrance.
GCP: Chitty Chitty Bang Bang
A production of the musical Chitty Chitty Bang Bang is scheduled to take place in the Geneseo, NY area from July 24, 2026, to July 26, 2026. This performance brings the classic family story to life locally, following previous regional productions such as one in nearby Avon in 2019.
More information to come!
GCP: Chitty Chitty Bang Bang
A production of the musical Chitty Chitty Bang Bang is scheduled to take place in the Geneseo, NY area from July 24, 2026, to July 26, 2026. This performance brings the classic family story to life locally, following previous regional productions such as one in nearby Avon in 2019.
More information to come!
GCP: Chitty Chitty Bang Bang
A production of the musical Chitty Chitty Bang Bang is scheduled to take place in the Geneseo, NY area from July 24, 2026, to July 26, 2026. This performance brings the classic family story to life locally, following previous regional productions such as one in nearby Avon in 2019.
More information to come!
SUNY Geneseo Admitted Students Day
Directly from the SUNY Geneseo Website:
Admitted Student Days are designed specifically for admitted students and their families who are still deciding on their final college choice.
Come see for yourself what life is like at Geneseo. Connect with current Geneseo students, meet other admitted students, tour campus, enjoy a meal, meet your future professors, and more.
We can't wait to show you everything there is to love about Geneseo.
Sunset Sentiments
Join us on Main Street to decorate the sidewalks at sunset with friends, @visitgeneseo, and The Gallery in the Valley! This event is open to all, free, and chalk will be provided! Celebrate spring weather by spending it with people in the place where you love! Rain date April 25, 4-6pm
Josh Cellars Wine Pairing Dinner at the Big Tree Inn
Join us for a night of fine wines, delightful pairings, and sophisticated company at out 5 course wine pairing dinner with Josh Cellars!
Main Street Retreat
Ready to hit the reset button? Join us in downtown Geneseo for a curated day of “ways to be well.” Whether you’re looking to crush a new workout, master your skincare, or finally fix that nagging pain, we’ve gathered the experts to help both men and women Rejuvenate!
Your Roadmap to Wellness:
Recharge and Renew: Discover easy, effective yoga at Shakti Yoga. Strengthen and stretch your body with simple breathing practices to reset your mind every day.
Find Your Movement: Sample high-energy spinning, core-burning TRX, or sculpting sessions at Cycle Craze.
Master Your Glow: Join the "Skin Fix" journey at Body and Face by Kristin to resurface and firm your complexion in six professional steps for your best skin ever.
Recover Like a Pro: Harness the power of heat, cold, and light therapy at Cedar House Wellness to slash inflammation and supercharge your energy.
SUNY Geneseo Admitted Students Day
Directly from the SUNY Geneseo Website:
Admitted Student Days are designed specifically for admitted students and their families who are still deciding on their final college choice.
Come see for yourself what life is like at Geneseo. Connect with current Geneseo students, meet other admitted students, tour campus, enjoy a meal, meet your future professors, and more.
We can't wait to show you everything there is to love about Geneseo.
Easter Luncheon at the Big Tree Inn
Celebrate Easter in timeless charm at the Big Tree Inn on Sunday, April 5th. Gather with family and friends for a buffet Easter Luncheon served in our warm and historic dining rooms and event spaces.
This special event is by reservation only, with seatings available between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM. Guests will enjoy a beautifully prepared Easter buffet featuring a delicious selection of seasonal favorites and classic holiday dishes.
Friday Night Concert Series: Big Blue House
The schedule of upcoming concerts in the Friday Night Concert Series at the Riviera Theater, 4 Center St., Geneseo. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Shows start at 7 p.m.
Jan. 16: The White Hots.
Jan. 23: Kelly’s Old Timers.
Jan. 30: Djangoners.
Feb. 6: Ball in the House.
Feb. 13: Richard Smith.
Feb. 20: Victrola Voila.
Feb 27: Top Five Albums. Free admission.
March 6: Hot Club of Buffalo.
March 13: John Dady & Friends.
March 20: Rustic Ramblers.
March 27: At Whit’s End.
April 3: Big Blue House.
April 10: A Conversation with Frederick Douglass and Mark Twain.
April 17: Pure Country.
April 24: Penna Players.
May 1: Elvis Lives!.
May 8: Archive Ravens.
May 15: The Village Cidiot.
May 29: Lipker Sisters.
Chocofrolic
ChocoFrolic is back!
Join us from 12–3 PM for a sweet afternoon of chocolate, community, and Main Street fun! For just $15, you’ll stroll through downtown and pick up individually wrapped chocolate treats at 20+ participating locations.
Check in at one of our registration points (Florence’s Perpetual Estate Sale at 133 Main OR Geneseo Nutrition at 10 University Dr.) to receive your to receive your Main Street canvas tote bag — perfect for collecting your chocolate along the way!
Bring your friends, explore your favorite Main Street businesses, and discover a few new ones while you indulge.
Tickets are limited to 300 and will likely sell out — don’t wait!
SUNY Geneseo Admitted Students Day
Directly from the SUNY Geneseo Website:
Admitted Student Days are designed specifically for admitted students and their families who are still deciding on their final college choice.
Come see for yourself what life is like at Geneseo. Connect with current Geneseo students, meet other admitted students, tour campus, enjoy a meal, meet your future professors, and more.
We can't wait to show you everything there is to love about Geneseo.
Friday Night Concert Series: At Whit’s End
The schedule of upcoming concerts in the Friday Night Concert Series at the Riviera Theater, 4 Center St., Geneseo. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Shows start at 7 p.m.
Jan. 16: The White Hots.
Jan. 23: Kelly’s Old Timers.
Jan. 30: Djangoners.
Feb. 6: Ball in the House.
Feb. 13: Richard Smith.
Feb. 20: Victrola Voila.
Feb 27: Top Five Albums. Free admission.
March 6: Hot Club of Buffalo.
March 13: John Dady & Friends.
March 20: Rustic Ramblers.
March 27: At Whit’s End.
April 3: Big Blue House.
April 10: A Conversation with Frederick Douglass and Mark Twain.
April 17: Pure Country.
April 24: Penna Players.
May 1: Elvis Lives!.
May 8: Archive Ravens.
May 15: The Village Cidiot.
May 29: Lipker Sisters.
Legacy of the Genesee Valley Canal
Learn about the Genesee Valley Canal and how vibrant communities sprouted up along the path of the canal in the 1800s. Although the canal has been gone for almost 150 years, the old canal route continues to tie these communities together. This program is best suited for adults and teens. Registration is not required.
Friday Night Concert Series: John Dady & Friends
The schedule of upcoming concerts in the Friday Night Concert Series at the Riviera Theater, 4 Center St., Geneseo. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Shows start at 7 p.m.
Jan. 16: The White Hots.
Jan. 23: Kelly’s Old Timers.
Jan. 30: Djangoners.
Feb. 6: Ball in the House.
Feb. 13: Richard Smith.
Feb. 20: Victrola Voila.
Feb 27: Top Five Albums. Free admission.
March 6: Hot Club of Buffalo.
March 13: John Dady & Friends.
March 20: Rustic Ramblers.
March 27: At Whit’s End.
April 3: Big Blue House.
April 10: A Conversation with Frederick Douglass and Mark Twain.
April 17: Pure Country.
April 24: Penna Players.
May 1: Elvis Lives!.
May 8: Archive Ravens.
May 15: The Village Cidiot.
May 29: Lipker Sisters.
Geneseo Drama Club Presents "The Curious Savage"
Summary of plot: When Ethel Savage’s late husband leaves her a small fortune, she decides to make the best of it, establishing a fund to support various dreamers with whimsical aspirations. But her three greedy step children – a socialite, a senator and a judge – commit her to a mental institution, hoping to “bring her to her senses.” In the sanitarium, a warm and inviting home known as “The Cloisters,” Ethel befriends the other “guests,” a colorful crew of kind, generous and delusional souls. In time, Ethel finds happiness with them and plans to spend the rest of her life among them. Meanwhile, the stepchildren, discovering that Ethel has hidden the family fortune, attempt to browbeat her into confessing where the money has been stashed.
With warmth, humor and dignity, The Curious Savage celebrates those who are often overlooked, emphasizing kindness, affection and empathy in a world that too often rewards greed and ambition.
Geneseo Drama Club Presents "The Curious Savage"
Summary of plot: When Ethel Savage’s late husband leaves her a small fortune, she decides to make the best of it, establishing a fund to support various dreamers with whimsical aspirations. But her three greedy step children – a socialite, a senator and a judge – commit her to a mental institution, hoping to “bring her to her senses.” In the sanitarium, a warm and inviting home known as “The Cloisters,” Ethel befriends the other “guests,” a colorful crew of kind, generous and delusional souls. In time, Ethel finds happiness with them and plans to spend the rest of her life among them. Meanwhile, the stepchildren, discovering that Ethel has hidden the family fortune, attempt to browbeat her into confessing where the money has been stashed.
With warmth, humor and dignity, The Curious Savage celebrates those who are often overlooked, emphasizing kindness, affection and empathy in a world that too often rewards greed and ambition.
Friday Night Concert Series: John Dady & Friends
The schedule of upcoming concerts in the Friday Night Concert Series at the Riviera Theater, 4 Center St., Geneseo. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Shows start at 7 p.m.
Jan. 16: The White Hots.
Jan. 23: Kelly’s Old Timers.
Jan. 30: Djangoners.
Feb. 6: Ball in the House.
Feb. 13: Richard Smith.
Feb. 20: Victrola Voila.
Feb 27: Top Five Albums. Free admission.
March 6: Hot Club of Buffalo.
March 13: John Dady & Friends.
March 20: Rustic Ramblers.
March 27: At Whit’s End.
April 3: Big Blue House.
April 10: A Conversation with Frederick Douglass and Mark Twain.
April 17: Pure Country.
April 24: Penna Players.
May 1: Elvis Lives!.
May 8: Archive Ravens.
May 15: The Village Cidiot.
May 29: Lipker Sisters.
SUNY Geneseo Admitted Students Day
Directly from the SUNY Geneseo Website:
Admitted Student Days are designed specifically for admitted students and their families who are still deciding on their final college choice.
Come see for yourself what life is like at Geneseo. Connect with current Geneseo students, meet other admitted students, tour campus, enjoy a meal, meet your future professors, and more.
We can't wait to show you everything there is to love about Geneseo.
Friday Night Concert Series: Hot Club of Buffalo
The schedule of upcoming concerts in the Friday Night Concert Series at the Riviera Theater, 4 Center St., Geneseo. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Shows start at 7 p.m.
Jan. 16: The White Hots.
Jan. 23: Kelly’s Old Timers.
Jan. 30: Djangoners.
Feb. 6: Ball in the House.
Feb. 13: Richard Smith.
Feb. 20: Victrola Voila.
Feb 27: Top Five Albums. Free admission.
March 6: Hot Club of Buffalo.
March 13: John Dady & Friends.
March 20: Rustic Ramblers.
March 27: At Whit’s End.
April 3: Big Blue House.
April 10: A Conversation with Frederick Douglass and Mark Twain.
April 17: Pure Country.
April 24: Penna Players.
May 1: Elvis Lives!.
May 8: Archive Ravens.
May 15: The Village Cidiot.
May 29: Lipker Sisters.
Friday Night Concert Series: Top Five Albums. Free admission.
The schedule of upcoming concerts in the Friday Night Concert Series at the Riviera Theater, 4 Center St., Geneseo. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Shows start at 7 p.m.
Jan. 16: The White Hots.
Jan. 23: Kelly’s Old Timers.
Jan. 30: Djangoners.
Feb. 6: Ball in the House.
Feb. 13: Richard Smith.
Feb. 20: Victrola Voila.
Feb 27: Top Five Albums. Free admission.
March 6: Hot Club of Buffalo.
March 13: John Dady & Friends.
March 20: Rustic Ramblers.
March 27: At Whit’s End.
April 3: Big Blue House.
April 10: A Conversation with Frederick Douglass and Mark Twain.
April 17: Pure Country.
April 24: Penna Players.
May 1: Elvis Lives!.
May 8: Archive Ravens.
May 15: The Village Cidiot.
May 29: Lipker Sisters.
GVCA Poetry Workshop
Join us for a Poetry Workshop led by Adrienne Maher, February 12, 19 & 26th at GVCA. Pre registration is required for this course, $45 Members, and $50 for non members. Class will be held from 5:30 - 7:00pm at GVCA, located at 4 Murray Hill Drive in Mount Morris, NY.
Visit our website to sign up, email info@gvartscoucil.org with questions.
From Tiny to Giant: Livingston County Performers & Spectacle
For generations, people from Livingston County have been drawn to entertainment and spectacle. Or for fame and fortune have even become a spectacle themselves. Join Livingston County Historian Holly Watson for this presentation at the library. This program is best suited for adults and teens. Registration is not required.
Friday Night Concert Series: Victrola Voila
The schedule of upcoming concerts in the Friday Night Concert Series at the Riviera Theater, 4 Center St., Geneseo. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Shows start at 7 p.m.
Jan. 16: The White Hots.
Jan. 23: Kelly’s Old Timers.
Jan. 30: Djangoners.
Feb. 6: Ball in the House.
Feb. 13: Richard Smith.
Feb. 20: Victrola Voila.
Feb 27: Top Five Albums. Free admission.
March 6: Hot Club of Buffalo.
March 13: John Dady & Friends.
March 20: Rustic Ramblers.
March 27: At Whit’s End.
April 3: Big Blue House.
April 10: A Conversation with Frederick Douglass and Mark Twain.
April 17: Pure Country.
April 24: Penna Players.
May 1: Elvis Lives!.
May 8: Archive Ravens.
May 15: The Village Cidiot.
May 29: Lipker Sisters.
Guiding Painting: Winter Fox
For tweens and teens ages 10 and up. Come join us for a guided paint event during February break! An instructor will guide you through a Winter Fox painting. All materials are provided. Registration is required. Space is limited. Sign up at wadslib.com/calendar
SUNY Geneseo Admitted Students Day
Directly from the SUNY Geneseo Website:
Admitted Student Days are designed specifically for admitted students and their families who are still deciding on their final college choice.
Come see for yourself what life is like at Geneseo. Connect with current Geneseo students, meet other admitted students, tour campus, enjoy a meal, meet your future professors, and more.
We can't wait to show you everything there is to love about Geneseo.
GVCA Poetry Workshop
Join us for a Poetry Workshop led by Adrienne Maher, February 12, 19 & 26th at GVCA. Pre registration is required for this course, $45 Members, and $50 for non members. Class will be held from 5:30 - 7:00pm at GVCA, located at 4 Murray Hill Drive in Mount Morris, NY.
Visit our website to sign up, email info@gvartscoucil.org with questions.
Wildlife Rockstars
A live animal presentation by members of Bridges for Brain Injury Inc. Wildlife Rockstars will share interesting and educational information about a variety of native and exotic wildlife.
Friday Night Concert Series: Richard Smith
The schedule of upcoming concerts in the Friday Night Concert Series at the Riviera Theater, 4 Center St., Geneseo. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Shows start at 7 p.m.
Jan. 16: The White Hots.
Jan. 23: Kelly’s Old Timers.
Jan. 30: Djangoners.
Feb. 6: Ball in the House.
Feb. 13: Richard Smith.
Feb. 20: Victrola Voila.
Feb 27: Top Five Albums. Free admission.
March 6: Hot Club of Buffalo.
March 13: John Dady & Friends.
March 20: Rustic Ramblers.
March 27: At Whit’s End.
April 3: Big Blue House.
April 10: A Conversation with Frederick Douglass and Mark Twain.
April 17: Pure Country.
April 24: Penna Players.
May 1: Elvis Lives!.
May 8: Archive Ravens.
May 15: The Village Cidiot.
May 29: Lipker Sisters.
GVCA Poetry Workshop
Join us for a Poetry Workshop led by Adrienne Maher, February 12, 19 & 26th at GVCA. Pre registration is required for this course, $45 Members, and $50 for non members. Class will be held from 5:30 - 7:00pm at GVCA, located at 4 Murray Hill Drive in Mount Morris, NY.
Visit our website to sign up, email info@gvartscoucil.org with questions.
