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Bicentennial Jam on the Canal
Saturday, August 30, 2025 (12:00 PM - 10:00 PM) (EDT)
Description
Homesteads for Hope invites you to join us for the Bicentennial Jam on the Canal, a full-day music festival marking 200 years of the Erie Canal and the 200th anniversary of our historic farmhouse.
This day long festival, on Saturday August 30th, will feature:
Live music from 12:00 PM to 10:00 PM on two stages, showcasing a diverse lineup of local and regional artists.
Food trucks offering a variety of meals, snacks, and non-alcoholic beverages.
Craft vendors and other non-profits from across the region.
A curated beer and wine wagon with selections from local breweries and wineries.
All-ages activities throughout the day, designed for families, kids, and community members of all abilities.
Doors open at 11:30. No early entry.
Attendees are encouraged to bring chairs or blankets for comfort, however unlike our other events there is NO OUTSIDE FOOD OR DRINK PERMITTED. NO COOLERS.
This is more than just a music festival—it’s a chance to recognize the historical significance of the Erie Canal, which transformed trade, travel, and agriculture in New York State, and helped shape the farmland where Homesteads for Hope now grows.
Whether you’re coming for the music, the history, or the community, we welcome you to celebrate this bicentennial milestone with us.
Entry & Parking Information
Admission:
This is a pay-what-you-can event with a suggested donation of $10 per person or $20 per family at the door. Your contribution supports our nonprofit mission and helps cover event costs—but everyone is welcome, no matter what you give.
Parking Options:
Free shuttle service will be offered to all that are coming to the event. If you are wanting to park on the farm grounds, you will need to pre-purchase a Premier Parking Pass or register for an Accessible Parking Pass.
To ensure a smooth experience for all attendees, we are offering multiple parking options:
Premier On-Site Parking – $20 per Vehicle - Convenient parking on the farm grounds. Limited availability. Must be pre purchased online. QR code will be scanned upon arrival.
Accessible Parking – Free Reserved on-site parking for guests with mobility needs. Please reserve this pass only if you or someone in your vehicle requires accessible parking, so we can keep these spaces available for those who truly need them. Handicap tags will be required for entry. Thank you for helping us create an inclusive experience for all.
Off-Site Parking + Free Shuttle – Free - Free parking with a complimentary shuttle to the event entrance. Off-site location details and shuttle schedule will be announced soon. All general parking without a pre purchased pass will be directed here.
2185 Manitou Road
Rochester, NY 14606 United States
August 30, 2025
Doors: 11:30 AM
Music and Event: 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM