Rochester youth • Families • Community

Inspire. Empower.
Prepare.

Safe, affordable experiences where young people and families create, connect, build confidence, and make positive memories together.

CreativeMeaningful$10–$20

When youth experience safe spaces, they create safe places.

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JOY Community Experiences

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One event is ready for September. The rest are growing into JOY’s year-round seasonal experience calendar.

Little JOY pricing

Children ages 7 and under are $5 per person at eligible family events. Event age and safety requirements still apply.

Coming to the JOY calendar

More experiences to look forward to

Fall favoriteComing soon

Fall Candle-Making Experience

Blend a cozy seasonal scent and create a candle to take home.

Date & location TBD$20 per person
Creative nightComing soon

Fall Paint & Create Night

Paint, create, and enjoy a relaxed night of seasonal self-expression.

Date & location TBD$10 per person
Creative connectionComing soon

DIY Copper Jewelry Making

Shape and personalize copper jewelry while building creativity, patience, and confidence.

Date & location TBD$20 per person
Messy science funComing soon

JOY Slime Lab

Make, mix, stretch, and customize your own colorful slime.

Date & location TBD$12 per participant
Family storiesComing soon

Family Scrapbooking Experience

Preserve memories and celebrate the people and moments that matter.

Date & location TBD$20 per person
Fall partyComing soon

Pumpkin Painting Party

Turn pumpkins into colorful masterpieces—no carving required.

Date & location TBD$10 per person
Costume celebrationComing soon

JOY Boo Bash

A playful seasonal gathering with costumes, games, music, and JOY.

Date & location TBD$10 per person
Sweet creativityComing soon

Fall Treat Decorating

Decorate seasonal treats, try new designs, and enjoy your creation.

Date & location TBD$10 per person
Holiday keepsakeComing soon

Holiday Ornament Workshop

Create a meaningful ornament to celebrate traditions and togetherness.

Date & location TBD$10 per person
Family connectionComing soon

Winter Family Night

Warm games, creative activities, and meaningful family time.

Date & location TBD$10 per person

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Children ages 7 and under are estimated at $5 for eligible family events. Age-restricted events keep their stated admission rules.

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JOY Family Community Pass

A simple monthly membership designed to make JOY experiences easier and more affordable for families.

$50per month
per household

Enrollment and payments are not open yet. Final membership terms will be available before registration begins.

Unlimited JOY event admission

Registered household members can attend standard JOY community experiences throughout the active membership month.

  • 72-hour early registration for upcoming JOY experiences
  • Priority access when event capacity is limited
  • No per-event admission fee for registered members at included events
  • One household membership for up to four family members
  • Member announcements and occasional bonus activities
  • Cancel anytime before the next monthly renewal

Unlimited admission is nontransferable and covers one admission per registered household member per included event. Advance reservations are still required, space is not guaranteed after capacity is reached, and event age, supervision, consent, and safety requirements apply. Private bookings, merchandise, add-ons, and specially priced partner events are not included unless JOY states otherwise.

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