OCTOBER NEWSLETTER
October in The Mercantile
Hannah Lyons · October 6, 2026
Fall is here, and The Mercantile On Main has a packed October calendar—Latin dance, themed trivia, networking nights, a Clocktower Gallery reception, and a free Beetlejuice movie night. Here’s what’s coming up downtown.
Mercantile Hours: Mon–Fri 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. (subject to change for events).
Salsa Night w/ Salsero Roc
Friday, October 2 · 7–11 p.m. · $10 cover at the door
Kizomba lesson at 7 p.m. Music by DJ Salsero & DJ Franco. Dance styles: Salsa, Bachata, Kizomba, Zouk, Merengue & more. Food and drinks available throughout The Mercantile.
Seinfeld Trivia w/ Game Night Roc
Tuesday, October 6 · 6–7 p.m.
Be here at 5:30 for food, drinks, and to snag a table for your team.
Monster Mash Trivia w/ Game Night Roc
Tuesday, October 20 · 6–7 p.m.
Be here at 5:30 for food, drinks, and to snag a table for your team.
Mercantile Movie Night: Beetlejuice
Thursday, October 29 · 6:30 p.m.
Themed food and drinks with a night of laughs and scares. Admission is free, with food and drink for purchase.
Networking in the Mercantile — The Sibley Social
Wednesday, October 14 & October 28 · 5–8 p.m.
Come solo or bring your whole team. A no-pressure, no-presentation-necessary networking night for Rochester professionals to connect and collaborate.
Clocktower Gallery Art Reception — Fibers & Photos
Reception: Friday, October 2 · 6–9 p.m.
Artwork by Julie L. Wasson. On view through November 2, 2026. Gallery hours Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–8 p.m. (subject to change for events).
November sneak peek
Mercantile Social · Themed Trivia Nights · Mercantile Movie Night · and more.
The Mercantile On Main · 240 East Main Street, Rochester, NY 14604
Parking in Mortimer or St. Joe’s Parking Garages (we validate); street parking nearby.