FallFest: Into the ROC: Community Dinner

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FallFest 2026 Sept. 17-20 >>> Celebrating the season of fall!

Craving a taste of home? Cultural grocery stores are so much more than just places to buy food, they are vital pillars of our communities, bringing people together and preserving rich traditions through the flavors of home.  

We’ll kick things off in PRISM (CPC-2050) with a screening of two episodes from WXXI’s "The Grocery List Show," highlighting local Afro-Caribbean and Hispanic cultural grocery stores. Afterward, we’ll head over to Carmen’s Cooking in Brighton, NY, for a delicious dinner and conversation with two Rochester cultural grocery store owners. Come connect, eat good food, and celebrate the local spots that keep our cultures thriving!

Dinner will be served buffet-style with gluten-free and vegan options.

FallFest is RIT’s annual celebration of fall fun! Join us for all kinds of activities, including games, food, entertainment, and more. For a complete list of events, visit rit.edu/FallFest. #RITFallFest


Contact
Aubrey Hillman
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When and Where
Friday, September 18, 2026
4:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Room/Location: PRISM (CPC-2050) and Carmen's Cooking
Who

This is an RIT Only Event

Interpreter Requested?

Yes

Topics
diversity
student experience