CART captioning will be available here or via QR code in the park. Please bring a data-connected digital device (phone, tablet, laptop) to access this streaming service.

Assistance with CART will be available at the Public Music tent. Please contact Public Music for questions about additional accessibility accommodations.

Save the dates - we'll see you next year! 2025 dates:

• June 4, 2025
• June 11, 2025
• June 18, 2025
• August 13, 2025
• August 20, 2025
• August 27, 2025

Music begins at 5:30 p.m. and concludes between 7:45 and 8 p.m.

Food vendors will be onsite at 5 p.m. Come early to get food from local vendors and choose your spot in the park!

Space in the park is available on a first come, first served basis. Come early to choose your spot! We do not allow the use of ropes or stakes to reserve space.

We encourage you to bring lawn chairs or blankets to the events; seats are not provided.

Local food, craft beer, and beverage vendors will have a variety of options for sale. Vendors will be onsite at 5 p.m.

Concerts will take place outdoors rain or shine. In the case of threatening weather, the concert may be delayed, postponed, or, as a last resort, cancelled.

For weather related updates the day of the event, please check our event updates page or social media accounts.

Bands 

Every year, Rochester Public Music invites local and regional bands to apply to be opening acts for the FORWARD shows. Learn more here.

Vendors

Every year, Rochester Public Music invites local and regional food and beverage to apply to participate in the FORWARD events. Learn more here.

Other Opportunities 

Are you looking for ways to contribute, sponsor or volunteer with Rochester Public Music? Visit the Support Rochester Public Music page to learn more.