Rochester Lilac Festival
Rochester Lilac Festival
Enjoying the parade at the Rochester Lilac Festival. Image courtesy of the Rochester Lilac Festival.
For over 125 years, the Rochester Lilac Festival has been a staple in welcoming spring to upstate New York. The Festival brings all members of the community together, featuring stunning gardens in the Olmsted-designed Highland Park. Gardens include hundreds of varieties of lilacs and other flora, including tulips, roses, pansies and magnolias. This 10-day event features free live music every day open to close, the Lilac Parade, the Lilac Run 5K/10K, shopping with artisans and businesses, an award winning juried Art Show, VIP Skydeck, and more food and beverage options than imaginable. Recently added are guided walking flower and historical tours all 10 days and self-guided tours available year-round.
Enjoying the parade at the Rochester Lilac Festival. Image courtesy of the Rochester Lilac Festival.
A marching band at the annual Lilac Festival in Olmsted-designed Highland Park, Rochester, NY. Image courtesy of the Rochester Lilac Festival.
Outdoor vendors enjoying the spring during the Rochester Lilac Festival. Image courtesy of the Rochester Lilac Festival.
The Rochester Lilac Festival includes 10 days of live music, open to close. Image courtesy of the Rochester Lilac Festival.
Photo opportunities about at the Rochester Lilac Festival in Olmsted-designed Highland Park. Image courtesy of the Rochester Lilac Festival.
Some of the blooms during the Rochester Lilac Festival. Image courtesy of the Rochester Lilac Festival.