Harborfest Returns to Ontario Beach: Sand Sculpting, Boat Parade, and the Lake
Saturday, June 20, 2026 at All day
Ontario Beach Park, 50 Beach Ave, Rochester NY
Cost: Free
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Harborfest brings three days of waterfront celebration to Ontario Beach Park. Sand sculpting, a boat parade of lights on Saturday evening, a car show, volleyball, Carousel rides, Lighthouse tours, and wine tastings. It is the weekend that reminds Rochester it has a beach.
Details
Date: June 20-22, 2026 Time: All day, Friday through Sunday Location: Ontario Beach Park, 50 Beach Ave, Rochester NY Cost: Free admission
How to Join
Just show up. The Harborfest 5K and 10K run on Saturday morning for runners (register at yellowjacketracing.com). Under-18 must be accompanied by adult 25+.
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