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Live Music Continues at the Mercantile on Main This May 🎶

Spring is in full swing, and the Mercantile on Main is keeping the music going with our Spring & Summer 2026 Concert Series.

Join us Thursday evenings in May from 6pm–8pm for live music in the heart of downtown Rochester. It is the perfect way to unwind after work, meet up with friends, grab a bite, and enjoy a fun happy hour atmosphere while all of our restaurants are open for business.

Sibley Spotlight Series: SWBR (Watch)

Welcome to our very first segment of our Sibley Spotlight Series! We have a rich and vibrant community of entrepreneurs and creatives who call Sibley Square in the heart of downtown Rochester, New York home and this series is here to highlight them.

Our very own Ken Greene, Director of Operations for Sibley Square interviews SWBR president and CEO Tom Gears. SWBR is a multidisciplinary design firm that has worked on some truly incredible projects across the country. In this segment, we hear how the SWBR team came to call Sibley Square home, and about some of the incredibly thoughtful design choices they made when creating their workspace inside the 1.1 million square feet that is Sibley Square.

Artist Reception and Gallery Opening: Stephen Harkola | Local Heroine: On Display 5/1 – 6/27

We are having our very first gallery opening for the Clocktower gallery. The show is Titled Stephen Harkola | Local Herione and will be on display from May 1st through June 27th. The reception is May 1, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm – Stephen Harkola is Rochester, NY-based figurative, landscape, and abstract painter. He uses a variety of mediums including oil, acrylic, watercolor, and charcoal. Believing his figurative work and landscape/abstract painting are synergistic, he works in a progressive series in each. He has produced a large body of large format oil and acrylic figurative work, using local models, transforming them into larger than life “Heroines” with thematic backgrounds. At the same time, he continues to create abstract landscapes focused on basic elements of times past: Earth, Water, Air and Fire. All his work tends to be high contrast, high color and fluid – ranging from highly representational detail works to borderline abstraction.

Live Music Spotlight: Sam Herbert on April 30th!

Playing 4/30 from 6pm – 8pm. Sam is a versatile singer-pianist based in Fayetteville, NY, known for his upbeat, engaging performances across pop, rock, and classic favorites. With over a decade of experience and training from the Royal Northern College of Music, he brings a polished yet lively sound to every set. Whether delivering soulful vocals, dynamic piano, or a mix of both, Sam creates the perfect atmosphere for dining and events, blending crowd-pleasing hits with his own unique style.

Live Music Night at The Merc: Sam Houseal Acoustic Set on April 23!

The Sam Houseal Band is a Lehigh Valley based folk/americana quintet focused on performing the music of Sam Houseal. Sam is a Pennsylvania-grown musician who’s performed across the world and back. Sam’s music is influenced by his roots in Americana, Rock, and Folk, with a dash of soulful tendencies sprinkled in.

Frankie’s Latin Jazz Trio: April 16th at The Merc On Main!

Frankie’s Latin Jazz Trio, based out of Rochester, New York, brings a vibrant blend of rhythm, melody, and improvisation to every performance. Each musician in the trio brings years of experience performing with a variety of salsa groups, renowned artists, and at diverse venues and festivals, creating a rich and dynamic sound rooted in Latin jazz traditions. Their music captures the energy of live performance while honoring the deep cultural influences that define the genre, delivering an engaging and memorable experience for audiences of all kinds.

Live Music Is Coming to the Mercantile on Main This Spring & Summer

Downtown Rochester is about to get a whole lot livelier. The Mercantile on Main is excited to announce our new Spring & Summer Concert Series, bringing live music to the heart of the Center City neighborhood on Thursday nights during happy hour. Starting April 16, enjoy great sounds, great food, and great company while all of our restaurants are open for business—perfect for grabbing a drink, sharing a meal, and unwinding with friends after work.

The Clocktower Gallery is excited to announce its inaugural call for art!

The Clocktower Gallery is excited to announce its inaugural call for art! We are seeking dynamic, engaging work from both emerging and established artists for our rotating exhibition calendar. This new gallery space aims to showcase diverse voices, bold perspectives, and work that sparks conversation within our community.