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CAROLING IN THE CITY
2023-12-10 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Detroit)
Grab your family and friends and head downtown for more holiday cheer than you can shake a candy cane at!
Choirs, caroling, Ugly Sweater Contest, The Big, Bright Light Show and so much more!
You won’t want to miss the grand finale – a community sing around a giant Christmas tree in the middle of Main Street! (Picture the Whos Down in Whoville, with A LOT more Christmas lights!
Caroling in the City Line-Up
Stay tuned for more information!

COOKIE STROLL
2023-12-02 10:00 - 15:00
Purchase your official Downtown Rochester Cookie Tin and take a stroll with participating businesses downtown to collect your delightful cookies.
Enjoy 12 cookies and a Cookie Stroll Cookie Tin for $35
Place your cookie tin order online starting November 10th at 10 am.
ONLY 150 TINS AVAILABLE!
You must purchase a tin and have and official Cookie Stroll punch card to participate in the Cookie Stroll.
Purchased cookie tins will be available for pick-up at the DDA’s Downtown Collaboration Studio (431 Main) during the DDA’s business hours. The DDA is open Monday – Friday 10 am – 5 pm.
All proceeds benefit The Big, Bright Light Show

Birmingham Winter Markt
2023-12-01 16:00 - 2023-12-03 16:00
Experience the magic of the holidays at the annual Birmingham Winter Markt featuring displays from local artists and vendors, European cuisine, thousands of holiday lights, ice sculptures, live entertainment and more. Warming stations, visits with Santa and the Kinderhaus children’s activity area are sure to please visitors of all ages!
A tree lighting ceremony will begin at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, December 1 featuring Santa, caroling and more!
Visit www.ALLINBirmingham.com/events for more information.
Winter Markt Event Hours:
Friday, December 1: 4:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. (tree lighting at 6:00 p.m.)
Saturday, December 2: 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Sunday, December 3: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (live reindeer from 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.)

2023 KRIS KRINGLE MARKET
2023-12-01 16:00 - 2023-12-02 22:00
The Downtown Rochester Kris Kringle Market was inspired by the 700-year old tradition of the open-air Christmas markets throughout Europe. The event will feature one-of-a-kind shopping, specialty foods, fresh greens & wreaths and handcrafted gifts for the holiday.
On West Fourth St. between Main & Walnut
Friday, December 1st from 4 – 10 p.m.
Saturday, December 2nd from Noon – 10 p.m.

NEIGHBORHOOD LIGHT FIGHT
2023-12-01 00:00 - 2023-12-10 00:00
VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORITE STREET DECEMBER 1 – 10!
Do you love to decorate your house for the holidays? Seriously, is it so bright that you can see it from space? If so, we want you and your neighbors in the 4th Annual Neighborhood Light Fight, sponsored by Chief Financial CU! Click the link and sign up your block today! Registration is open to City of Rochester residents only.
Deadline to participate is Friday, October 27!

SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY
2023-11-25 00:00
Small Business Saturday is a day dedicated to supporting small businesses across the country. Founded by American Express in 2010, this day is celebrated every year on the Saturday after Thanksgiving. This year, Small Business Saturday is on November 25th. We encourage everyone to shop small in Downtown Rochester!
WANT TO WIN A $500 DOWNTOWN ROCHESTER SHOPPING SPREE?
Shopper Contest Instructions
SHOP: Make any purchase at a Downtown Rochester Business from November 24 – 25 and save your receipt.
TEXT: SHOPSMALL to 866-603-4005 and receive a confirmation text.
WIN: Text a picture of your receipt from a purchase made at a Downtown Rochester Business from November 24 – 25, The winner will be contacted on Thursday, Nov. 30th.
Message and data rates may apply.

PLAID FRIDAY
2023-11-24 10:00 - 21:00
On Plaid Friday, shoppers are encouraged to wear plaid and head to Downtown Rochester for a fun day of shopping! This day celebrates the diversity and creativity of local and independent businesses. It is a fun alternative to the consumer frenzy of ‘Black Friday’. Shoppers will enjoy store discounts and promotions

CELEBRATING 50 YEARS OF LAGNIAPPE!
2023-11-20 18:00 - 21:00
Join the merchants of downtown Rochester on Monday, November 20 from 6:00 – 9:00 pm when they offer their customers Lagniappe (Creole for “a little something extra”) in appreciation for their support throughout the year.
The Rochester Downtown Development Authority (DDA) also will offer some Lagniappe with the debut of The Big, Bright Light Show, presented by Fox Automotive. The program will begin at 6:00 pm on E. Fourth Street with help from the Mayor, Channel 7, and a special appearance by the man in red, Santa Claus himself, Santa is sponsored by Viviano Flower Shop. The lights will officially light-up downtown Rochester at 7:00 pm. Make sure to bring your cameras because kids will then have the opportunity to share their Christmas lists with Santa from 7:15 – 9:00 pm.
SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES
6:00 PM
The Keynote Sisters & the Meadow Brook Carolers
6:30 PM
The Big, Bright Light Show opening ceremonies (E. Fourth & Main)
7:00 PM
Debut of the 2023 Big, Bright Light Show
7:15 – 9:00 PM
Visit with Santa, Mrs. Claus and some of the reindeer (E. Fourth & Main)
Bring your camera!
Be sure to check-out all the sights and sounds of this spectacular evening in downtown Rochester!

FESTIVAL OF TREES
2023-11-18 10:00 - 2023-11-19 17:00
The Downtown Rochester Festival of Trees is a holiday spectacular unlike any other, featuring trees, wreaths, and centerpieces designed and donated by the Metro Detroit community.
The event will be open to the public on Saturday, November 18 from 10 am – 8 pm and Sunday, November 19 from 10 am – 5 pm at our The Rochester Community House (816 Ludlow). Admission is free.
All proceeds benefit The Big, Bright Light Show.
For more information about the Downtown Rochester Festival of Trees, contact the Rochester DDA at 248-656-0060 or email info@downtownrochestermi.com.

Festival of Trees COCKTAIL PREVIEW
2023-11-17 19:00
AT THE ROCHESTER COMMUNITY HOUSE
This is your opportunity to get a sneak preview (and first choice) of the gorgeous themed trees, wreaths, centerpieces and more, designed and donated by the Metro Detroit community. The event will include refreshments, silent auction and a cash bar. Plus, you’ll have the chance to bid on all the holiday items before the event opens to the general public on November 18 – 19. Proceeds benefit The Big, Bright Light Show.

FREE Wine and Cheese tasting with Rochester Wine!
2023-11-17 16:30
This event is a FREE WINE and CHEESE tasting and BOTTLE SIGNING with winery owner Anne-Charlotte Mélia Bachas from Château de la Font du Loup Châteauneuf-du-Pape.
Stop by to taste three wines available from her winery and learn about how the wine is made! This is an RSVP ONLY event with two tasting times available starting at 4:30pm or 5:15pm. Limited space available, to ensure your place please reserve your spot soon! Looking forward to you joining us!

Pink Friday!
2023-11-17 10:00 - 19:00
Join us + our other fave women owned boutiques in Downtown Rochester on Friday, November 17th from 10am-7pm for PINK FRIDAY!💗
This special event is a day to #SupportSmallFirst ! Each boutique will have their own specials, refreshments, new arrivals, & just plain fun!✨ + there will be a HUGE giveaway valued at $1000😱🎉 You will receive a punch card at any of the participating boutiques. Visit all six boutiques, get a punch, turn in your card at the last boutique you visit and you will be entered to win a FABULOUS prize valued at $1000😱
Mark your calendars, you’re not going to want to miss this!🙌 Wear pink, bring your best girlfriends & get ready to shop until you drop🩷

DJ Bingo Tuesday's at Rochester Corner Bar!
2023-11-14 20:00 - 21:30
Join us Tuesday nights for some music fun! Play for free for your chance to win prizes weekly! Great music, lots of fun and plenty of chances to win. Tuesday’s from 8-9:30pm

Downtown Rochester Holiday Expo
2023-11-13 17:00 - 20:00
It’s the official kick-off to the holiday season in Downtown Rochester! Join over 60 vendors for shopping, sampling and amazing services, plus door prize drawings throughout the evening. Admission is free!
The Downtown Rochester Holiday Expo is presented by Community Foundation of Greater Rochester, Haig’s of Rochester Fine Jewelry, Lena Shkreli & Company, Nothing Bundt Cakes, Perspire Sauna Studio, Pro Active IV, Reiki Euphoria, Rochester Salvage & Supply, The Spice & Tea Exchange of Rochester, Wendy Tevari Fine Jewelry, Rochester Regional Chamber of Commerce and Rochester DDA. Hosted by Royal Park Hotel!
2023 Vendors:
A Auto Point Collision
Angela’s Treat Stash
Ambedo Skin
At Home Furniture
Aurum Design
Baubles By The Bay
Be Scene Boutique
Community Foundation of Greater Rochester
Deb Kroll – Independent Scentsy Consultant
DFCU Financial
Ducharme Chiropractic Center
Dutton Farm
Earthly Connections, LLC
Elevate Eye Care + Eyewear
Essbe
Fine Jewelry by Pamela
Good Guys Painting
Haig’s of Rochester Fine Jewelry
Haig’s of Rochester Fine Jewelry
Hawaii Fluid Art
Healthy Ever After
Hello Fancy Boutique
Jo’s Cleaning and Organizing
LAB Designs
Lena Shkreli & Company
Maier’s Baked Goods
Mary Kay Cosmetics
Michigan Eye Institute
MICHIGAN RHEUMATOLOGY AND WELLNESS CENTER
North Pole Nostalgia
Nothing Bundt Cakes
Perspire Sauna Studio Rochester
ProActive IV
Reiki Euphoria
Rhema International Ministries
Rochester Chamber
Rochester Community House
Rochester Mills Beer Co.
Rochester Orthodontics
Rochester Pollinators
Rochester Salvage and Supply
Rochester Writers
SEE Eyewear
Simplicity Healing
Sole Sisters
Sunday Fox Candles
The Friendship Factory
The Funky Frog, Children’s Resale Boutique
The Linda Rea Team
The Mecon Shop
The Spice and Tea Exchange of Rochester
Thompson’s Tastefully Simple
Tondue Medical Spa
Too Ra Loo
UNIQUE SHORT TREE DESIGN AND UPHOLSTERY
Wellness Hive Product Group
Wendy Nelson Jewelry
Wendy Tevari Fine Jewelry
Young Living
*Vendor spaces are sold out for this year

HOLIDAY WINDOW CONTEST
2023-11-13 08:00 - 2023-11-19 17:00
Text-to-vote for your favorite Holiday Window! Participating businesses will have a text code displayed on their storefront. Winners will be announced on stage at Lagniappe on Monday, November 20.
November 13 – November 19

Open House: Complimentary Wine, Cheese, and Chocolate Tasting!
2023-11-10 10:00 - 2023-11-11 16:00
You are cordially invited to our Holiday Open House on Friday, November 10th and Saturday, November 11th.
This will be a fun and festive event to kick off the holiday season! We hope to see you! Free Wine, Cheese and Chocolate Tasting, please stop by. (must be 21+ for the wine tasting)

Royal Park Hotel & Maker's Mark
2023-11-09 18:30 - 21:00
Royal Park Hotel & Maker’s Mark are partnering up for a one-of-a-kind five-course bourbon dinner featuring exclusive bourbon pairings and cocktails. Your ticket includes a welcome cocktail, a five-course dinner with exclusive bourbon pairings, and keepsake swag. Maker’s Mark Diplomat Tina Langley will walk you through each bourbon and provide tasting tips for each course.

FRIENDS BOOK SALE!!!
2023-11-03 13:00 - 2023-11-04 15:00
Friday, November 3 from 1 pm to 6 pm and Saturday, November 4 from 10 am to 3 pm
Join the Friends of the Berkley Public Library for an indoor book sale! Cash or PayPal accepted. Thanks for your support!

Fall book sale!
2023-11-01 10:00 - 2023-11-03 17:00
Friends of Oak Park Library are having their big Fall book sale!
We’ll have the main area of the library full of the high-quality books that have been donated by the community. Proceeds stay right here in Oak Park and benefit area kids and library events!
Thank you for your continued support!

Rochester Mills Halloween Party
2023-10-28 19:00
Ghouls and Goblins alike, join us for our annual Halloween Party!
Enjoy drink specials, spooky decor, a band of zombies, and a halloween costume contest with awesome prizes!

Trick-or-Treat Downtown & Halloween Fest!
2023-10-21 15:30 - 18:30
Watch the streets of Rochester come to life with ghosts, ghouls, superheroes and more as children trick-or treat with the Downtown merchants! Children can then meet at the corner of East Street and E. University for a costume parade at 5:15 pm. Followed by a Halloween Fest in the Farmers’ Market Lot!
TRICK-OR-TREAT 3:30 – 5:00 PM
Little ghouls and goblins (along with their parents, of course) are invited to trick-or-treat at downtown’s most spooktacular merchants!
COSTUME PARADE 5:15 PM
Everyone loves a parade! Join us at the corner of Water & University as families will march down Water Street to the sounds of Halloween favorites and show off their costumes on the way to the Fire Department
HALLOWEEN FEST 5:00 – 6:30 PM
Halloween Fest begins at 5:00 pm in the Farmers Market lot, corner of E. Third and Water. Activities include: Halloween themed photo opportunities and prizes, The Little Donut Factory will be selling hot fresh donuts, a photo opportunity with Ecto 1 and The Metro Detroit Ghostbusters, and The Linda Rea Team will be donating pumpkins to the first 100 trick-or-treaters who stop by their pumpkin patch!

Cider in the City
2023-10-14 13:00 - 17:00
Cider in the City is back at Beacon Park! On select Saturdays and Sundays in October, enjoy free, seasonal adult and family fun activities each weekend. Event features include pumpkin picking and painting, make-and-take crafts, craft cocktails and seasonal beer selections and mocktails, horse-drawn hayrides around the park, lawn games, live music featuring DJs and more.
Make sure to grab a bite from one of our local food truck options, pick up some delicious cider and donuts from Blake Farms or enjoy fresh dishes from Lumen Detroit.
PLUS, our big screen TV will be up and ready for football lovers to enjoy the Lions game on Sunday, Oct. 15 and 22.
A special feature this year for Cider in the City will be the viewing option for the big game of the fall season. Make sure to join us for the ultimate Michigan rivalry for the Michigan State University vs. University of Michigan football game on Saturday, Oct. 21.
Featuring:
– Donuts and cider for sale
– Free horse-drawn hayrides
– Make-and-take crafts
– Face painting on Sundays
– Pumpkin painting
– Lawn games
– Big screen TV
– Interactive displays including electric vehicles
– Food trucks
– Live music and DJs
– Market vendors
– Lions game viewing – Sundays, Oct. 15 + 22 | Games start at 1 p.m.
– DTE Electric Vehicle Underpass onsite Oct. 21 + 22
– MSU vs. U of M game – Saturday, Oct. 21
Music/entertainment:
– Oct. 14: King Sophia | Kalysta
– Oct. 15: DJ Invisible
– Oct. 21: DJ Thornstryker
– Oct. 22: DJ Steel
Food and Beverage Options:
– Oct. 14: Big Black Food Trailer, Max Chicago Style Italian Beef
– Oct. 15: Unity Catering, Smoke Ring
– Oct. 21: Spice Rack, Great Greek
– Oct. 22: Tacobachis, Original Seafood Truck
– Lumen outdoor bar will be open and indoor dining options will also be available
Full Cider in the City menu of offerings by Blake’s:
– Fresh donuts, plain or cinnamon (6-pack)
– Apple cider 1/2 gallons
– Apple cider by the cup, hot or cold
– Honeycrisp apples
– Caramel apples
– Large pumpkins (Jack-o-lanterns)
– Small pie pumpkins
*Cash or credit accepted*
For advanced orders and more information, visit us online at www.ciderinthecity.com
For more information on events at Beacon Park, visit https://empoweringmichigan.com/beacon-park/
To make a reservation at Lumen Detroit, visit https://www.lumendetroit.com/
Cider in the City is presented by DTE Beacon Park Foundation and programmed by the Downtown Detroit Partnership.

Detroit Harvest Fest & Food Truck Rally
2023-10-07 11:00 - 20:00
The Detroit Riverfront Conservancy will host the Detroit Harvest Fest & Food Truck Rally on Saturday, October 7 and Sunday, October 8 from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. both days.
More information at DetroitHarvestFest.com
The family-friendly event takes place along the Dequindre Cut Greenway and will have something for everyone!
𝗙𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴:
– More than 50 of Metro Detroit’s most popular food trucks
– Trick or treating & Pumpkin Patch
– A children’s stage with fun and interactive programming and shows.
– Six stages spread throughout the Dequindre Cut will each feature local artists performing music from several different genres, including soul, funk, R&B and rock.
– Beer and Wine Garden at the Dequindre Freight Yard with adult costume contest, psychics, and more!
𝗔𝗱𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻:
Admission to the event is $5 per person. Children 3 years of age and under are admitted free.
Tickets sold at the door.
𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻:
The Dequindre Cut is located between Orleans Street and St. Aubin Street and runs from Mack Avenue to Atwater Street. The event footprint runs from Woodbridge Street to Wilkins Street on the Dequindre Cut.

Fall Craft Show
2023-10-07 10:00 - 16:00
Clawson-Troy Elks Lodge #2169 in Troy MI is hosting its annual Fall Craft Show on October 7th from 10 AM to 4 PM. Mark your calendars to attend. Start your holiday shopping early and come check out talented local area makers & vendors!
Large Variety of Crafts | 50/50 Drawings | Door Prizes | Food available for purchase
Entry fee: $2 per person (kids are free)
If you’d like to be a vendor at our show you can apply on our website at https://clawsontroyelks.org/current-events

𝗚𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗦 & 𝗕𝗘𝗘𝗥𝗦
2023-10-07 09:00 - 17:00
𝗚𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗦 & 𝗕𝗘𝗘𝗥𝗦 is a point to point tour of Detroit’s historic neighborhoods, notorious bars & watering holes, and popular up-and-coming destinations by bike! 🚴‍♀️🍺👉 GearsAndBeers.com
Participants in the Gears & Beers Tour can learn about the Detroit’s rich history through the stories and urban legends surrounding many of the city’s landmarks. It’s the only event of its kind in the region!
Full Event Details, Departure Times & Ticketing at:
GearsAndBeers.com
𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗞𝗘𝗧𝗦 𝗜𝗡𝗖𝗟𝗨𝗗𝗘:
• Fully Marked Bike Courses & Map
• Self-Guided or Guided Tour Option
• SAG Support (Service & Gear)
• Limited Beer Samples at Partner Bar Stops
• Beer & Lunch Specials Along the Way
• After Party Entry with pizza buffet and everyone’s favorite beer drinking band Mark Reitenga & Friends
• Commemorative Pint Glass
• Keepsake Photo Ops
𝗤𝗨𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦?
Email: GearsAndBeersDetroit@gmail.com
𝗢𝗙𝗙𝗜𝗖𝗜𝗔𝗟 𝗛𝗔𝗦𝗛𝗧𝗔𝗚𝗦:
#GearsAndBeersDetroit #GABD23 #GearsAndBeers #GAB23
𝗢𝗧𝗛𝗘𝗥 𝗨𝗣𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗦:
DetroitSocialEvents.com

Downtown Rochester Farmer's Market
2023-09-30 08:00 - 13:00, 2023-09-23 08:00 - 13:00, 2023-09-16 08:00 - 13:00
8:00am – 1:00pm. Farmers’ Market Lot, Corner of E. 3rd & Water Street, Rochester, MI 48307. Meet us the market – where friends and families can access the freshest, locally grown Michigan-made products. Celebrating it’s 24th season, the Farmers’ Market is a frequent stop for area residents to enjoy the vibrant colors, aromas and flavors of southeast Michigan’s growing season.
Looking for farm fresh flavors Look no further than the Downtown Rochester Farmers’ Market. The market will feature a variety of fresh produce, herbs, flowers, specialty foods, including gourmet coffee, salsa, fresh bread, and much more!

Rochester Mills Oktoberfest
2023-09-28 18:00 - 2023-09-30 01:00
Our annual Oktoberfest is back, and this one falls on our 25th anniversary!
We will have plenty of things to enjoy during these 3 days, more details to come. Mark your calendars!
Enzian aus Detroit will be with us playing their traditional German Musik
Thursday: 6:30-11pm
Friday: 6:30-11pm
Saturday: SPONGE @ 9pm!

DIY Street Fair!
2023-09-22 18:00 - 2023-09-24 21:00
An annual 3-day event where bands, artists, crafters, Michigan breweries, wineries, distilleries, restaurants, food trucks, businesses, non-profits, organizations and others who live and work with a Do-It-Yourself ethic and spirit converge for one big celebration.
