Welcome to our 123rd EDITION!

May 22-23, 2021

May 22st 10:00am – 6:00pm

May 23rd 10:00am - 5:00pm

Highland Park, Rochester, NY

The largest free festival of its kind in North America, spring in Upstate NY is welcomed with three incredible weekends celebrating being together once again safely. Peek around every corner and you’ll discover magnificent gardens  and exhilarating special events.

Whether you’re a regular visitor or first-time Festival-goer, you’ll quickly discover that every day brings something new to experience at the world-famous Rochester Lilac Festival.

Parking is at 1440 South Avenue: $5 per car

• The Highland Park is open from dawn to dusk and it is always FREE! No tickets needed.

• No vaccination required to enjoy the festival, however get vaccinated by Monroe County and the Veterans Administration on Saturdays and Sundays at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial parking lot.

• No admission or ticket required for Art in the Park.

• Kids’ Zone: tickets are on sale for the kids’ rides. Tickets can be purchased on-site.