• July •

July 2 — YORK-LEICESTER FIELD DAY, Independence Day Celebration featuring games, prizes, musical entertainment, refreshments and fireworks (Rain Date: July 5); 7 pm; York Central School Grounds, Routes 36 & 63, Greigsville; 585-243-2238

July 2-4 — WARSAW FIRE DEPARTMENT 4TH OF JULY CARNIVAL, Midway rides, kiddie matinees, chicken BBQ, parade, live entertainment, fireworks and more; Warsaw Town Park, Liberty Street, Warsaw; www.warsawfiredepartment.com

July 4 — GO ART! PICNIC IN THE PARK, Genesee-Orleans Regional Arts Council’s day-long celebration featuring family activities, folk art events, entertainment and refreshment stands; Centennial Park, Richmond and Ellicott Avenues, Batavia; 585-343-9313 www.GOart.org

July 6 — LETCHWORTH LUAU, Hula dancing and instruction, food, beach music and swim time at the Harvey Pool Complex; noon-7pm; Highbanks Recreation Area, Letchworth State Park; 585-493-3600 www.nysparks.com

July 6 — BBQ, BLUES & BLAUFRANKISCH FESTIVAL, BBQ vendors, crafts, live blues bands and Blaufrankisch tastings at Inspire Moore Winery; 11am-6pm; 197 North Main Street, Naples; 585-374-5970 www.inspiremoorewinery.com

July 6 — SALUTE TO AMERICA at Hamlin Beach State Park with entertainment featuring Rhythm Collision Band, Pier 6 Wrestling and Friends Band in Park Area #3 from 1-10 pm, followed by a 10:15 pm fireworks display at the Fishing Pier in Park Area #1; Lake Ontario Parkway, Hamlin; 585-964-2462 www.nysparks.com

July 6-August 18 — RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL, Be transported to an English Renaissance village over 7 weekends, with entertainment including nearly 100 stage and street performances, jousting matches, pub sings, wench auctons, olde-world rides and games, specialty foods and special event weekends; 10am-7pm Saturday-Sunday; 15385 Farden Road, Sterling, between Fair Haven and Oswego; 888-695-0888 www.SterlingFestival.com

July 9-August 1 — MOVIES IN THE PARKS, Free feature films shown at Ontario Beach Park on Tuesday evenings, July 9-30, and at Highland Park Bowl on Thursday evenings, July 11-August 1; Films begin at dark; 585-753-PARK www.MonroeCounty.gov/parks

July 10-13 — WEBSTER VOLUNTEER FIREMEN’S CARNIVAL, Rides, games and food, with the Firemen’s Parade at 6:30 pm on Thursday; Live music featuring Everheart on Friday; Firemen’s Field, Sanford Street, Webster; www.websterfire.com

July 11-14 — BIG RIB BAR-B-QUE & BLUES FEST, Sample a wide variety of barbecue styles and specialties prepared by Rib Masters from across the country, and enjoy 20 Main Stage concerts featuring regional and national acts; 11:30am-10pm Thursday-Saturday; 11:30am-9pm Sunday; Highland Park Festival Site, Highland and South Avenues; www.MyBigRib.com

July 11-14 — ROCHESTER SUMMERFEST, A weekend of City-sponsored musical entertainment paired with other interactive events organized by the Team E. Foundation; Highlights include a Friday concert by The Whispers at the Auditorium Theatre, a Saturday concert at Blue Cross Arena featuring TGT, Kelly Rowland, Fabolous and Chrisette Michele, the 25K National Basketball Tournament and more; www.rochestersummerfest.com

July 11-14 — COSEQUIN STUART HORSE TRIALS, More than 250 riders and horses from around the world participate in this extreme athletic triathlon of equestrian sport that includes dressage, cross-country and show jumping competition; Murray Road, Victor; www.stuarthorsetrials.org

July 11-14 — LYONS PEPPERMINT DAYS, Family festival featauring games, food and crafts, local vendors, a kiddie parade and bounce house, live music all weekend, a Grand Parade and "Thunder Over the Erie" Fireworks Display; Village of Lyons; 315-946-6645

July 12 — RPO’S SUMMER SPECTACULAR WITH FIREWORKS, Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra summer performance at the SUNY Geneseo Athletic Field in Geneseo, followed by a fireworks display; 8:30 pm; 585-454-2100 www.rpo.org

July 12-13, 16-20 — HILL CUMORAH PAGEANT, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints presents its annual outdoor pageant featuring a costumed cast of over 650 performing on a 10-level stage, with state of the art sound and effects; 9 pm nightly; The Cumorah Hillside, Route 21 between Palmyra and Manchester; 315-597-5851 www.hillcumorah.org

July 12-14 — ONTARIO BEACH SPORTS & MUSIC FESTIVAL, Events include pickleball, beach volleyball, sand soccer, pole vaulting, cornhole, rugby and the International Kettlebell and Fitness Federation (IKFF) Western NY Kettlebell Sport Invitational; Ontario Beach Park, Lake and Beach Avenues; 585-262-3832 www.monroecountysports.org

July 12-14 — GENESEO ROTARY SUMMER FESTIVAL, Sidewalk sales, craft show, games and crafts for kids, live entertainment, food, Teddy Bear Parade on Saturday, and evening concert featuring The Skycoasters; Village Park, Main Street, Geneseo; www.geneseorotary.com

July 12-14 — FINGER LAKES WINE FESTIVAL, Friday night Launch of the Lakes and toga party, with Saturday and Sunday festival showcasing over 80 wineries, culinary events, wine seminars, regional artisans, live music, WGI pace car rides and more; Watkins Glen International Racetrack, County Route 16, Watkins Glen; 866-461-7223 www.FLWineFest.com

July 13 — CHOCOLATE FEST, Chocolate sampling, arts and crafts vendors, food, beer and wine for purchase, and live music featuring Sinzibukwud, Light Blue, and Hard Road; noon-7pm; Held inside and on the grounds of Affaire de Chocolat; 1769 Penfield Road, Penfield; 585-387-9111 www.affairdechocolat.com

July 13 — PERRY CHALK ART FESTIVAL, 50 chalk artists create fine works of temporary, outdoor art in Downtown Perry, with live music by Kelly’s Old Timers and Creek Bend, an extended Farmers’ Market and Perry Public Market, entertainment and activities for kids, and the "Taste of Summer" fine dining event; 8:30am-4pm; 585-237-5375 www.perrychalkfestival.com

July 13 — RPO’S 90TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION, 1920’s-themed evening featuring an RPO performance, cocktails, dinner, dancing and a live auction; 6 pm; Rochester Riverside Convention Center, 123 East Main Street; 585-454-7311 x268 www.rpo.org

July 13-14 — GENESEO AIRSHOW, "The Greatest Show on Turf" offers flying performances from 10am-4:30pm each day, featuring classic warbirds, fighters, bombers, trainers and transports, aerobatic acts and more, plus static displays, food and merchandise vendors; Planes arrive on Friday, July 12; Gates open 6 am daily; Geneseo Airport, Off Route 63, Geneseo; 585-243-2100 www.1941hag.org

July 13-14 — CORN HILL ARTS FESTIVAL, Featuring over 400 artists, plus the Emerging Artists Expo, four stages of continuous live music, children’s activities, an array of food choices, a beer and wine garden, and new this year, "The Fairy House Tour," giving visitors a chance to build their own Fairy House; 10am-6pm Saturday; 10am-5pm Sunday; Corn Hill Neighborhood; 585-262-3142 www.cornhillartsfestival.com

July 13-14 — OLFACTORY FARM LAVENDER FESTIVAL, Lavender picking and lavender plants for sale, unique craft artisans, demonstrations, speakers, musical entertainment, family farm museum tours, food and specialty treats including homemade lavender ice cream; 9:30am-5pm; Olfactory Farm, 12973 Upton Road, Red Creek; www.nylavenderfestival.com

July 13-14 — OATKA FESTIVAL, Gala musical parade at 11 am Saturday, arts and crafts, food from local churches and community groups, and continuous entertainment both days, Duck Derby at 5 pm Sunday; Along the banks of Oatka Creek, LeRoy; www.oatkafestival.org

July 15-20 — GENESEE COUNTY FAIR, Midway rides, grandstand events, parade, car show, queen contest, animals, food and entertainment; Genesee County Fairgrounds, Route 5, east of Batavia; www.gcfair.com

July 16 — CONCERT AT THE LIGHTHOUSE, The Irondequoit Concert Band performs at the Charlotte-Genesee Lighthouse, with the Keeper’s house, tower and grounds open for tours, and food provided by Chowder Up Seafood available from 5-8 pm; Music from 7:15-8:15 pm; 70 Lighthouse Street; 585-621-6179 www.geneseelighthouse.org

July 16-20 — HEMLOCK "LITTLE WORLD’S" FAIR, Midway rides, food and craft vendors, agricultural exhibits and displays, harness racing, demolition derby, truck and tractor pulls, grandstand events, Heritage Museum visits and nightly entertainment featuring regional bands; Route 15A, Hemlock; www.HemlockFair.org

July 19-21 — ROC PRIDE 2013, Rochester’s annual Pride Weekend celebrates the 40th anniversary of the Gay Alliance, with festivities including the Pride Parade on Saturday, followed by the Pride Festival at Manhattan Square Park, featuring an LGBT World History exhibit this year, along with a new family fest, and the "Fab at 40" Pride Picnic at Genesee Valley Park on Sunday; 585-244-8640 www.gayalliance.org

July 20 — BLUES & BARBEQUE, Family-style event featuring bands, and barbeque, ending with a fireworks display; 1:30-9:30pm; Highbanks Recreation Area, Letchworth State Park; 585-493-3600 www.nysparks.com

July 20 — LOLLYPALOOZA, 4’s Grass Volleyball Tournament to benefit Lollypop Farm and the Humane Society of Greater Rochester; Levels include recreation, intermediate, advanced, women’s, junior boys and junior girls; 8 am check-in; Ellison Park; 585-461-1220 www.novaeventmanagement.com

July 20 — WEBSTER JAZZ FESTIVAL, Jazz entertainment on Main Street featuring Paradigm Shift with Hard Logic, Mambo Kings, and Side Steppin’, with food and refreshments from local establishments; 5-11 pm; West Main Street, Webster; www.websterbid.com

July 20-21 — CIVIL WAR RE-ENACTMENT, Hundreds of re-enactors converge on Genesee Country Village & Museum, with two battles daily, one featuring artillery and mounted cavalry; The villagers offer concerts, specialty shopping and vignettes depicting civilian life during the war; 10am-4pm; 1410 Flint Hill Road, Mumford; 585-538-6822 www.gcv.org

July 20-21 — CONESUS LAKE ASSOCIATION ARTS & CRAFTS SALE, Over 100 crafters, food court, and music in the big tent ffrom 1-3 pm featuring Alchemy Steel Drum Band on Saturday and The Tabletop Three on Sunday; 10am-5pm Saturday; 10am-4pm Sunday; Long Point Park on Conesus Lake, Route 256, Geneseo; 585-346-2472 www.conesuslake.org

July 20-21 — PULTNEYVILLE HOMECOMING Antiques, exhibits, re-enactment, vintage cars, parade, games, a Star Spangled Concert and more; Hamlet of Pultneyville; 315-589-9892 www.w-phs.org

JULY 21 — JUNGLE JOG 5K & SENECA PARK MILE, Seneca Park Zoo fundraiser that takes runners of all ages and abilities through Lower Seneca Park and past the Zoo’s animals; 5K begins at 8:15 am; Mile begins at 9:30 am; Kids’ Fun Run begins at 10 am; 2222 St. Paul Street; 585-336-7200 www.senecaparkzoo.org

July 21-29 — ROCHESTER JEWISH FILM FESTIVAL, Jewish themed films from around the world are screened at the Dryden Theatre at George Eastman House, the Little Theatre, and JCC Hart Theatre, with visiting filmmakers and special events, including a Bar Mitzvah celebration commemorating the Festival’s 13th year; 585-461-2000 www.rjff.org

July 22-27 — ORLEANS COUNTY 4-H FAIR, Rides, games and food on the midway, stage entertainment, animals, 4-H exhibits, merchandise vendors, special food nights and more; 10am-10pm; Orleans County Fairgrounds, Route 31, Knowlesville; 585-798-4265 www.orleans4-Hfair.com

July 23-27 — ONTARIO COUNTY FAIR, Amusement rides, festival foods, DIRT racing, horse and tractor pulls, 4H competitions and exhibits, demolition derby, stage entertainment and more; Ontario County Fairgrounds, County Road 10, Canandaigua; 585-394-4987 www.ontariocountyfair.org

July 24-27 — HILTON FIRE DEPARTMENT CARNIVAL, Amusement rides and games, Grand Parade on Thursday at 7 pm, live bands in the beer tent, food, games of chance and more; 135 South Avenue, Hilton; www.hiltonfd.org

July 25-27 — EAST ROCHESTER FIREMEN’S FIELD DAYS, Chicken BBQ to be held Wednesday, July 24 at the East Rochester Fire Hall, 415 Main Street beginning at 4 pm; Carnival opens Thursday featuring rides, games and food, and live music nightly, with the Firemen’s Parade at 6:30 pm, and fireworks at 10 pm on Saturday; East Rochester High School Grounds, 200 Woodbine Avenue, East Rochester; www.erfd.org

July 26 — CRUISIN’ NIGHT & BLOCK PARTY, Classic cars, trucks and motorcycles on display with live music, food, and kids’ activities; 5-10 pm; Downtown Geneva; 315-789-0102 downtowngeneva.org

July 26-27 — WALWORTH LIONS CLUB FESTIVAL IN THE PARK, Food concessions, games, community booths and live entertainment; "Historic Walworth" Grand Parade on Friday; Crafts, Kan-Jam tournament, outdoor movie and fireworks on Saturday; 5-10:30 pm Friday; 10am-11 pm Saturday; Ginegaw Park, Penfield Road, Walworth; 315-524-9047

July 27 — PARTY MADAGASCAR, 21 and over fundraiser benefiting conservation and education projects in Madagascar, featuring crafts and other unique goods for sale in the International Marketplace, animal-themed games, cash bar, live music by Divided By Zero; 6:30-11pm; Seneca Park Zoo, 2222 St. Paul Street; 585-336-7200 senecaparkzoo.org

July 27 — TEN UGLY MEN FESTIVAL, Charity event featuring sports tournaments including kickball, volleyball and a 5K race, with food, live music and kids’ activities; 10am-8pm; Genesee Valley Park, enter north side; www.tenuglymen.com

July 27 — CONCERT ON THE MEADOW, Enjoy the classic sounds of Beatle Magic on the amphitheatre-shaped Great Meadow at Genesee Country Village & Museum; Festival foods, treats and beer vendors available; 5-9 pm; 1410 Flint Hill Road, Mumford; 585-538-6822 www.gcv.org

July 27-28 — SPENCERPORT CANAL DAYS, Arts and crafts, live music, food, children’s activities, the Canaligator Race, and classic car show at Pineway Ponds Park on Saturday; 10am-5pm; Downtown Spencerport; www.spencerportcanaldays.com

July 27-28 — WATERFRONT ART FESTIVAL, Juried fine art and crafts festival on Canandaigua Lake, food vendors available; 10am-5pm; Kershaw Park, Lakeshore Drive, Canandaigua; 585-671-9102 www.waterfrontartfestival.com

July 28 — PERINTON PARK SUMMER FEST, Children’s activities, games and entertainment including Doug "Bubbleman" Rougeux, Airplay, Sportsworks Express Train Rides, the Seneca Park Zoomobile, clowns, jugglers, live music, food, canoe rentals and more; 1-6 pm; Perinton Park, O’Connor Road and Route 31F, Fairport; 585-223-0770 www.perinton.org

July 30-August 3 — LIVINGSTON COUNTY FAIR, Livingston County’s agricultural fair featuring rides, games, food, animals, demolition derby, entertainment and more; Livingston County Fairgrounds, Route 36, Caledonia; 585-538-2168 www.livingstoncountyfair.org