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Rochester Posed 2024!
2024-10-03 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Detroit)
Thursday, October 3
7:00 – 9:00 pm
Join us in Downtown Rochester for an evening of shopping, dining and live mannequins! Downtown Rochester’s 12th Annual Rochester Posed event is scheduled for Thursday, October 3 from 7:00 – 9:00 pm. This year’s theme is Broadway. Participating Downtown Rochester businesses will turn their storefront windows into live mannequin displays.
The public will vote for their favorite live mannequin display. Text-to-vote will be available from 7:00–9:00 pm. Specific details will be listed at each of the participating locations.
We will announce the winning windows for each category on Friday, October 4. The winning business will receive a Rochester Posed trophy. Each window will remain a “surprise” until the unveiling on October 3.

Downtown Rochester Farmers' Market!
2024-10-05 08:00 - 13:00, 2024-10-12 08:00 - 13:00, 2024-10-19 08:00 - 13:00, 2024-10-26 08:00 - 13:00
Saturdays, May – October
8:00 am – 1:00 pm
Corner of E. Third & Water St.
Meet us the market – where friends and families can access the freshest, locally grown Michigan-made products. Celebrating it’s 25th 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!
VENDORS:
Vendor attendance may vary week to week, if you’re looking for a specific business check out our ‘weekly market map’ below or follow our Facebook and Instagram – @DowntownRochesterFarmers’ Market
Angela’s Treat Stash: Handcrafted satisfying pet treats made with high quality ingredients so you can spoil your four-legged family members worry free.
Because UR Priceless Tea Co. : A spice and tea shop with all organic ingredients. Online orders available.
Belledine BBQ: The Barbecue Sauce that is not just for grilling. Pour it on, dip it or add it to your favorite recipe. All natural, gluten free, no MSG, no corn syrup and vegetarian-friendly
Botany Birmingham: Offering a selection of tropical, rare, and some common house plants
The Cheese Lady – Rochester : Offering 150 artisan cheeses from all over the world as well as accompaniments.
DeMeulenaere Farms : Washington Twp. Farm
Denton Coffee Co.: Local to Rochester! Specialty coffee and flavors, using 100% premium Arabica beans from around the world. Online orders available.
The Feminine Farmer: A 20 acre farm located in Grand Blanc. Dedicated to growing with organic and heirloom non-GMO seeds (with a few exceptions of plant starts we buy in) and organic soil to grow our seedlings. Using certified organic compost to feed their plants. No chemicals, pesticides or fertilizers.
Freeman Meat Co.: Freeman Meat Co. is proud to bring locally raised farm fresh meat to mid-Michigan and Metro Detroit. Their animals are all raised on a family farm with food grown themselves, and processed in a USDA approved facility.
Good Lookin Hot Sauce: local creator of tasty hot sauce for all spice lovers.
Great Harvest Bread Co. – Shelby Twp.: It’s simple, handmade, wholesome, tasty bread! Offering a variety of flavors in breads, scones, muffins and more!
Grow to Give Garden : A community garden that was launched on the grounds of Faith Church in 2018, with the purpose of growing produce for people in need in the Rochester/Rochester Hills community and surrounding areas.
Honey Blossom Homestead: is a Rochester Hills direct to community” farm. Specializing in microgreens, sourdough bread , seasonal produce, eggs.
Kutchey Family Farm: A third generation family farm, located in Macomb Township. Bringing the highest quality plants, fruits, and vegetables from their family to yours.
Krysia’s Kitchen: Authentic Polish cuisine.
The Little Donut Factory: Served hot and fresh off their food truck. These mini donuts come plain or with cinnamon sugar with a choice of drizzle.
Papa’s Kitchen: Small batch dressing to help you turn an ordinary meal into something extraordinary…with a touch of love from Papa’s Kitchen.
Pure Mackinac: Fresh fish products caught from the Straits of Mackinac.
Mi Juice: An all organically cold-pressed, ethically sourced raw juice company.
Miller’s Medley: Almont Farm
Mimidae Beverage Co: Non alcoholic craft cocktail mixers, shrubs and syrups for everyone. Add alcohol or don’t, you won’t even miss it, the choice is yours!
Moon Mushrooms: Gourmet Mushrooms
Oui Pastry: Specializes in French Macarons
Raub-Rae Gardens: Brown City Certified Organic Farm.
Taste of Petra: amily owned business bringing you the best olive oil and food products Jordan has to offer.
The Real Renee: is an allergy friendly company. All of our products are free from the nine main food allergens plus coconut.
Reinhardt Blooms: Kawkawlin flower farm. Family owned since 1880.
Saffron & Salt: a Michigan-based condiment company offering our signature candied jalapeños.
Schmookies Cookie Emporium: Creating the ultimate hand-held desserts. The ‘Yorkie’ is one of their signature cookies.
SharKar Farms: Farm located in China, MI. Offering a large variety of herbs, vegetables, plants and succulents. Online pre-orders available.
Spencer Apiaries: 31 apiary hives located in Oakland Twp. Offering an assortment of raw honey, candles, lotions, and lip balms.
The Spice & Tea Exchange of Rochester: Rochester retailer selling a wide range of spices & exotic teas, plus olive oils, extracts & more.
Summer Dreams Farms: fresh cut flower farm specializing in Dahlias August to September and tubers in the spring. Located in Oxford.
Tracina’s Gourmet Specialties: Homemade from scratch with clean and local ingredients – gnocchi, lasagna
Uhlianuk Specialties from the Farm: North Branch Farm specializing in herbs, cut flowers, produce and floral designs
Uncle Henry’s Gourmet Meats: Offering a wide variety of snack sticks, jerky, fresh & smoked sausage
UnWined Winery: Local Shelby Twp. Winery
Vienna Treats: Specializing in holiday themed cookie boxes, custom cookie orders and teaching cookie decorating classes!
Vintage Pie Co.: Making Pies, Gourmet, Italian and Eastern European goodies from Metamora, MI
WHY Bars: are the healthiest and best tasting energy bars on the planet! Our bars are soy-free, dairy-free, gluten-free and made with organic ingredients.

Nightmare on Auburn - A Utica Fall Festival - Utica, MI
2024-10-05 12:00
Get into spooky season in Downtown Utica!
The Second Annual Nightmare on Auburn returns to Downtown Utica on Saturday October 5th from noon – 8pm. Presented by Michigan United Credit Union.
Auburn road will be blocked off for pedestrians only so you can bring the family for Trick or Treating downtown, a family fun zone, cider & donuts, crafters, vendors, a costume contest for people & pets, Michigan craft beer, live music and more!
This event is free to the public! We will see you Downtown!
Event Timeline
Noon – Event Opens
Noon – 3pm – Trick or Treating Downtown
6:30pm – Costume Contests Begin
Live Music Schedule
2-4pm – Creepy Clyde
4:30 – 6:30pm – Waves
7-8pm – The 3-D Invisibles
Interested in being a vendor, crafter, or sponsor?
For Questions contact Tom – tom@connectmacomb.com

Hallowe'en in Greenfield Village - Dearborn, MI
2024-10-10 16:00 - 2024-10-13 21:30, 2024-10-17 16:00 - 2024-10-20 21:30, 2024-10-24 16:00 - 2024-10-27 21:30
🎃 Hallowe’en in Greenfield Village presented by Meijer 🎃
📢 GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS ARE SOLD OUT FOR THE EVENINGS OF 10/12 AND 10/19
What’s the most enchanting, nostalgic and fantastical Halloween adventure? It’s The Henry Ford’s Hallowe’en in Greenfield Village, Michigan’s premier outdoor October celebration.
Member presale tickets go on sale August 28. Tickets will go on sale to the public September 4. Members, we recommend testing your member login and password information before the start of the presale.
From harvest activities and fall themes to costumed storybook characters and ghostly performances, our Hallowe’en tradition is one of a kind, showcased within the bewitching setting of Greenfield Village after hours.
Hosted over 16 evenings in October, Hallowe’en in Greenfield Village is formatted for guests to stroll through the village at their own pace, picking and choosing their own festive or frightful experience.
Harvest-themed activities from the 18th and 19th centuries are included in the program’s daytime hours for a family-friendly fall atmosphere that transitions to traditional Hallowe’en spookiness as twilight falls.
A must-see addition to your evening, the Hallowe’en Express is a fan-favorite that takes riders along a ghoulish and surprising journey through Greenfield Village. Tickets for the Hallowe’en Express are available as an add-on during the online purchase process for a small additional fee.
We are committed to creating a magical Hallowe’en experience for our members, friends and fans, and we invite you to join us for another year of Hallowe’en in Greenfield Village.
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🎟️ Due to high seasonal demand, we highly recommend purchasing tickets to Hallowe’en in Greenfield Village in advance. Tickets sell quickly each year.
Ticket purchasers can join an online queue at 8:00 a.m. ET for first access to tickets starting at 9:00 a.m. ET on both the member and public on-sale dates.
🚂 Hallowe’en Express train tickets are an additional $4 per person and can be conveniently added to your shopping cart during the online purchase process. All train tickets are timed and depart from Smiths Creek Station this year. Please arrive at the station 15 minutes prior to your ticket time. Walk-up Hallowe’en Express tickets can be purchased on-site if capacity is available.
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Your Hallowe’en in Greenfield Village Experience Includes:
– 18th- and 19th-century activities, including wool dyeing, cooking demonstrations, beer brewing, corn husk crafts and Hallowe’en yard games 🍂
– More than 50 costumed characters like the Grim Reaper, Alice in Wonderland, Peter Pan and more
– Dramatic vignettes from The Wizard of Oz, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, The Tell-Tale Heart, Jack and the Bean Stalk and more 🪄
– Village-wide theming with special lighting and sound effects, including illuminated jack-o’-lantern paths
– Fall treats, hot beverages and craft beer available for purchase🍻
New in 2024! ✨
– Menlo Park screening of 1910 film “Frankenstein” with live character interactions
– Enhanced Town Hall experience with “Wolfman Jack” disk jockey
Returning from 2023!
FREE horse-drawn carriage rides
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🍲 Hallowe’en Dining Packages
Learn more about Hallowe’en Fairy Tale Feast in A Taste of History Restaurant here: http://www.thehenryford.org/…/halloween-fairy-tale-feast/
Learn more about Eagle Tavern Harvest Supper here: http://www.thehenryford.org/…/eagle-tavern-harvest-supper/
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Learn more about this year’s event here: http://www.thehenryford.org/…/halloween-in-greenfield…/

2024 Holiday Silent Auction - Paint Creek Center for the Arts
2024-11-08 17:30 - 20:30
Join Paint Creek Center for the Arts at Rochester Salvage & Supply for our annual Holiday Silent Auction! Attendees will have the opportunity to bid on art donated by artists featured at the Art & Apples Festival, along with a variety of other prizes donated by local businesses. Guests will also enjoy a catered strolling dinner, open bar, and live art demonstrations.
Tickets are $55 for the general public and $45 for PCCA members. Tickets can be purchased via our Eventbrite page.
Sponsorship options can be seen here. For questions or to sign up as a sponsor, contact Shaun Hayes at (248) 651-4110 or shaun@pccart.org.
Auction Notes: Bidding will end at 8:00pm, at which time winners will be able to check out and pick up the items they won. Winners who leave the event prior to the end of bidding will be contacted by PCCA staff to pick up their item at a later time.
November 8th from 5:30-8:30 PM at Rochester Salvage & Supply
For more info: https://pccart.org/2024-holiday-silent-auction/

PCCA’s Annual Holiday Art Market
2024-11-15 16:00 - 19:00
PCCA’s annual Holiday Art Market brings local artists and art lovers together each holiday season.
As the winter holidays approach, many of us find ourselves looking for unique items to gift to our loved ones. This year, consider supporting local artists and small businesses by shopping PCCA’s annual Holiday Art Market.
Located in downtown Rochester, Michigan, the Art Market features original artwork from over 40 artists year-round. During the Holiday Art Market, that number is expanded to 55-60 artists, providing almost 2,000 handmade and original items for shoppers to choose from. From paintings and photography to jewelry and pottery, and everything in between, there is something for everyone on your holiday shopping list.
In addition to one-of-a-kind gift shopping, the 2024 Holiday Art Market will be opening in tandem with PCCA’s annual Student & Faculty exhibition. The Student & Faculty exhibit takes place in PCCA’s gallery, which occupies the second floor of our historic building. Complete with music, twinkling lights, refreshments and the chance to meet and mingle, the two events make a perfect pair.
Mark your calendars for the opening reception November 15th from 4-7pm. This event is free to the public and will open jointly with our 2024 Student & Faculty Exhibition.

Downtown Rochester Festival of Trees
2024-11-23 10:00 - 2024-11-24 16:00
FESTIVAL OF TREES
NOVEMBER 23 & 24 – open to the public
The event will be open to the public on Saturday, November 23 from 10 am – 8 pm and Sunday, November 24 from 10 am – 4 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.

Holiday Window Contest
2024-11-25 00:00 - 2024-12-04 00:00
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 the Kris Kringle Market on Friday, December 6.

The Big, Bright Light Show
2024-11-25 00:00 - 2025-01-19 00:00
You are invited to brighten your holidays in Downtown Rochester with The Big, Bright Light Show! The buildings in downtown Rochester will be covered with more than 1 million points of glimmering holiday light.
The display will be lit every evening (5 pm – Midnight) November 25 – January 19, 2025. Most stores are open Monday – Saturday, until 9 pm.

LAGNIAPPE 2024
2024-11-25 18:00 - 21:00
Lagniappe
Main Street will be closed for this event from 5:30 – 9:30 pm
Monday, November 25, 6:00-9:00 pm
Downtown Rochester will sparkle with holiday spirit as local merchants show their appreciation to the community during the much-anticipated Lagniappe event. Join us on Monday, November 25th, from 6:00 – 9:00 pm, to celebrate Lagniappe’s 51st anniversary, where “a little something extra” awaits all our valued patrons.
Lagniappe, a Creole word for “a little something extra,” embodies the spirit of giving and appreciation. It’s the perfect way for the merchants of Downtown Rochester to express their gratitude to the community for their support throughout the year.
Once again, the Rochester Downtown Development Authority (DDA), in collaboration with City of Rochester officials and MDOT, will close Main Street for the event. Main Street will be closed from Second Street to University Drive from 5:30 pm to 9:30 pm. Detour signs will guide traffic around Rochester and Rochester Hills. Attendees are encouraged to arrive early to secure parking, and due to the large crowds, we kindly ask that you leave your four-legged friends at home.
As part of the evening’s festivities, the DDA will present “a little something extra” with the debut of The Big, Bright Light Show, sponsored by Fox Automotive. The program will kick off at 6:00 pm on stage located on the crosswalk of W. 4th Street & Main, with the Mayor, Channel 7, and a special guest appearance by Santa Claus, sponsored by Viviano Flower Shop. At 7:00 pm, The Big, Bright Light Show will illuminate Downtown Rochester, followed by a fireworks display, also sponsored by Fox Automotive. Afterward, children can share their Christmas wishes with Santa from 7:15 pm to 9:00 pm.
SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES
6:00 PM: Viviano Flower Shop welcomes the crowd
6:10 – 6:30 PM: Phoebe Holmes of the Keynote Sisters performance.
6:30 PM: Meadow Brook Carolers followed by brief program.
7:00 PM: The Big, Bright Light Show followed by fireworks.
7:15 – 9:00 PM: Visit with Santa.

Love Local Rochester - Plaid Friday
2024-11-29
Plaid Friday celebrates the diversity and creativity of local and independent businesses. It’s a fun alternative to the consumer frenzy of ‘Black Friday’. We are encouraging you to wear plaid while shopping local to celebrate!
Want to win a $500 Downtown Rochester Shopping Spree?
Shopper Contest Instructions
1. SHOP: Make any purchase at a Downtown Rochester Business from November 29 – 30 and save your receipt.
2. TEXT: SHOPSMALL to 866-603-4005 and receive a confirmation text.
3. WIN: Text a picture of your receipt from a purchase made at a Downtown Rochester Business from November 29 – 30.
The winner will be contacted on Wednesday, December 4.

Small Business Saturday! Downtown Rochester, MI
2024-11-30
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 30. We encourage everyone to shop small in Downtown Rochester!
WANT TO WIN A $500 DOWNTOWN ROCHESTER SHOPPING SPREE?
Shopper Contest Instructions
1. SHOP: Make any purchase at a Downtown Rochester Business from November 29 – 30 and save your receipt.
2. TEXT: SHOPSMALL to 866-603-4005 and receive a confirmation text.
3. WIN: Text a picture of your receipt from a purchase made at a Downtown Rochester Business from November 29 – 30, The winner will be contacted on Wednesday, Dec. 4th.

Starlight Stroll
2024-12-04 19:00 - 22:00
It’s the most sparkling evening of the holiday season.
Want to waltz your way into a romantic night of holiday elegance? At our Starlight Stroll, guests will experience Meadow Brook at its most merry with a sparkling evening of eating, drinking, dancing and frivolity. The event includes a four-course strolling dinner with chef-attended stations placed throughout the historic mansion, a full signature bar and live musical performance by Detroit-area crooner Kevin Wills. Guests will mingle among the rooms while dining and dancing to the music in our two-story Gothic-inspired Ballroom.
Starlight Stroll tickets must be booked online in advance.
Wednesday, December 4, 2024
7 to 10 p.m.
$135 per person | $121.50 for Meadow Brook members
Complimentary valet parking
MORE INFO

Kris Kringle Market
2024-12-06 16:00 - 2024-12-07 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.
Event includes:
– Shopping with over 35 local vendors offering holiday decorations, unique gifts, and delectable food.
– Live musical performances and caroling
– Warming tent with hot-spice wine, beer from Rochester Mills, and food by Rochester Corner Bar
– Visits with Santa. (Santa will be available on Friday from 4:00 – 9:00 pm and Saturday, Noon – 9:00 pm)
– Gingerbread village: child-size gingerbread houses to play
– S’more station with the Rochester Lions Club
When:
Friday, December 6 from 4:00 – 10:00 p.m.
Saturday, December 7 from Noon – 10:00 p.m.
Located: On West Fourth St. between Main & Walnut

Downtown Cookie Stroll
2024-12-07 10:00 - 15:00
Saturday, December 7, 2024 from 10 am – 3 pm
Purchase your official Downtown Rochester Cookie Tin and take a stroll with participating businesses downtown to collect your delightful cookies.
Enjoy 15 cookies and a Cookie Stroll Cookie Tin for $35
Cookie tin orders will be available online-only Friday, November 8 at 10:00 am.
Only 150 tins available! Limit 2 per person. Your online order will be deleted and you will be refunded if you purchase more than 2 tins. You must purchase a tin and have and official Cookie Stroll punch card to participate in the Cookie Stroll.
All proceeds benefit The Big, Bright Light Show.

Santa Saturdays at Meadow Brook Hall
2024-12-07 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-12-14 10:00 - 16:00, 2024-12-21 10:00 - 16:00
“‘Tis the season for believing.
Everyone holds a Christmas wish close to their heart, and Santa Claus is ready to hear them all. On Santa Saturdays at Meadow Brook Hall, visits with Santa are included with tickets for Holiday Walk, our daytime, indoor holiday experience that features the historic mansion decorated in shimmering splendor. During Santa Saturdays, we’ll also be offering seasonal concessions.
Tickets must be purchased online in advance.
Santa Saturdays Details
Saturday, December 7
Saturday, December 14
Saturday, December 21
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Note: All time slots are expected to sell out.
Admission on Santa Saturdays is as follows:
Adults 13+ $23.50 | Members $11.75
Youth 3-12 $11 | Members $5.50
Child 0-2 Free
Military & Veterans $18.50
OU Students Free
Please note that strollers are not allowed inside Meadow Brook Hall during Holiday Walk. A stroller corral is available for your convenience.”

Sip, Savor, & Shop - Meet us at The Roxy! Rochester, Michigan Event!
2024-12-10 18:00 - 21:00
12/10 Sip Savor Shop at The Roxy! Fundraising for the RCS schools!
6 PM – 9 PM
Sip a favorite beverage, savor delicious appetizers, and shop wile socializing and winning fabulous prizes!
*Admission includes two beverages for adults, 21 and over
$30 per person OR $100 for 4 people
Charity Fundraiser to benefit students in Rochester Community Schools!
Click HERE for more info and tickets!

Pancakes & Pjs
2024-12-12 17:00 - 20:00
Don your holiday pjs and join us for a holiday themed pancake extravaganza, complete with a pancake dinner and a visit with Santa!
Attendees will enjoy a pancake feast cooked and provided by our beloved Rochester Fire Fighters, kids craft and holiday themed photo spot. Proceeds benefit The Big, Bright Light Show.
Date: Thursday, December 12
Time: 5:00 – 8:00 PM (reservations required)
Location: Rochester Fire Department 277 E. Second St.
Price: $15 per ticket.
Reservations are required, see button below to purchase your timed ticket. All members of your group (adult and children) must have a reservation to attend.
Proceeds benefit The Big, Bright Light Show!

Frost Festival January 2025!
2025-01-17 17:00 - 21:00
Friday, January 17 – (5:00 – 9:00 pm)
❄️🕰️🧊 Enjoy Frozen in Time themed ice sculptures. Each sculpture will take customers and visitors on a nostalgic journey showcasing iconic relics of the past like 8-track tapes, typewriters, iPods, and more!
🔥 Marshmallow roasting with the Lions Club on E. 3rd Street from 5:00 – 9:00 pm
🧊 A live carving of a Detroit Lions Ice Photo Spot & Ice Cornhole (E. 3rd Street)
🛍️ Frost Fest BINGO! – Enjoy a shopping and dining experience for your chance to win a $500 Downtown Rochester Shopping Spree!
Frost Festival Business Promotions!
All Done Up Salon (307 Main 2nd floor) – $25 Blowout with Davines luxury shampoo and conditioner – includes a FREE gift of choice! Book in January for this Frost Festival perk. Click here for details.
Aurum Design Jewelry (400 Main) – Offering 20% on all blue jewelry in store (Tanzanite, Sapphires, and Blue Zircons).
Be Scene Boutique (404 Main) – $1, $5, and $10 items in-store!
Bitter Tom’s Tasting Room (319 Main) – Enjoy a Bitter Tom’s Snowball cocktail and a Mexican Hot Chocolate Martini. Both are $13. Bitter Tom’s is also featuring Detroit Lions themed cocktails this weekend too!
Bizzy Buzz Artisan Market (409 Main) – Enjoy sales from select artisans. Click here for details!
Board Babez (134 W. University, Suite 142) – Introducing the Super Bowl specialty board. Enjoy your Super Bowl with a delicious board full of delicious meats, cheeses, fruits and more! Click here to place your order!
Che Bella Salon (419 Main) – Buy 2 products, get 1 FREE! Some products in-store will be 50% off.
The Cheese Lady (302 W. University) – Offering 25% off all blue cheese. Click here for details.
DDA’s Downtown Collaboration Studio (431 Main) – 50% off Christmas items! (excludes Christmas ornaments).
Essbe (333 Main) – 15% off of our game day collection with the code GOLIONS.
Front Door Medspa (211 Walnut Blvd) – $100 Facials ($95 savings!), 50 units of botox for $450 (savings of $150!), $100 off botox for anyone new to botox, and $75 of filler to anyone new to filler!
The Funky Frog (433 Main) – Will be open late and have a SPECIAL GUEST in the store…
KK’s Sourdough and Sweets! She will be in the store Friday From 5 – 8 pm and Saturday From 11 am – 3 pm (while supplies last).
Give Thanks Bakery (225 Main) – Offering Lions themed sugar cookies – from jerseys to footballs. Or SouperBowl Chili for the Big Game!
Haig’s of Rochester (311 Main) – 15% off sale! (excluding loose diamonds and custom designs).
Hello Fancy Boutique (405 Main) – Up to 60% off Clearance items and enjoy a Special Frost Cocktail.
Hungry Howie’s (606 N. Main) – Large 1-topping pizza for $8.99! Click here for details.
mi State of Mind (408 Main) – BOGO 1/2 OFF all apparel + FREE tastings + Extra 10% OFF sale items!
Nomad Beauty (913 N. Main) – Offering complementary hair tinsel for the Lions (blue & silver), with any hair appointment or you can book hair tinsel online for just $10. book here or call 248-759-1203.
Novel: A Book and Sandwich Shop (307 Main) – 10% off food if you are wearing Lions gear.
Park 600 Locally Crafted (600 E. University) –
Frostbite Margarita $15 (Hornitos Plata Tequila, Blue Curacao, Real Coconut Purée, Pineapple Juice, Lime Juice, Lime and Cherry Garnish)
Snowball [Dessert] $10 (Chocolate Cake, Marshmallow Filling, Coconut Coating)
Penn Station (146 Main) – Buy a large sub, get a small FREE!
Resale Connection (204 Main) – Receive 15% off one full priced non consignment item when you sign up for our emails.
Rochester Hills Public Library (500 Olde Town Rd) – Winter Wonder Library on Friday, January 17, from 6 – 8 pm. Enjoy hot cocoa and cookies before you dance the night away on the dance floor. Hear a winter story read by special celebrity readers, try your hand at crafts for all ages, and explore the library by the twinkling lights of the garden. Please note, the library will close early at 5 pm to prepare for the event, and will reopen to the public at 6 pm.
Rochester Mills Beer Co. (400 Water) – FREE hot chocolate in the lobby on Friday from 5 – 9 pm and Saturday from 3 – 9 pm.
On Friday night, the band Under Pressure is performing from 9:30 pm – 12:30 am. Then enjoy The Smoking 45’s on Saturday from 9:30 pm – 12:30 am.
Rochester Sports Cards & Memorabilia (407 Main) – 10% off any framed or autographed sports memorabilia including Detroit Lions Items.
Royal Park Hotel (600 E. University) –
Winter Stay & Play Rooms Package
– Explore Rochester this season with our Stay & Play Package, and take advantage of the following!
– $25 Downtown Rochester Gift Card
– $30 Dining Credit to Park 600
– Overnight Self-Parking
– Complimentary Late Checkout of 1 pm
– Terms & Conditions: *Valid for new reservations only on select dates through February 28, 2025. Not valid for group reservations and cannot be combined with other offers or promotions. Blackout dates and other restrictions may apply. Food & beverage credit carries no cash value and must be redeemed during your stay. Royal Park Hotel reserves the right to modify or cancel this promotional offer at any time without notice
Sanders (436 Main) – Go Lions! Offering a “Hear Them Roar” ice cream sundae! Also offering 50% off winter themed items.
The Spice & Teac Exchange (120 E. 4th) – Buy 5 get the 6th FREE on all consumables!
Sole Sisters (329 Main) – Frosty Retirement Sale! Starting January 13 until January 31 Sole Sisters is offering 75% off apparel and 50% off jewelry. Everything must go! (displays, furniture, appliances, etc.)
Talulah Belle (314 Main) – 50% off clothing!
Too Ra Loo (139 Main) – Enjoy 10% off any large pizza on January 17 & 18. Also enjoy our new Lo Siento Specials, perfect to keep you warm during the Frost Fest! 🔥 ❄️ Try our Blood orange fizz, PEARadise, Anejo Orange Blossom, and Tequila Toast Crunch! Click here to see the drinks!
Tri-County Gift Basket (220 Main) – buy one bag of candy, get one FREE!

Frost Festival January 2025!
2025-01-18 10:00 - 18:00
Saturday, January 18 – (10:00 am – 6:00 pm)
❄️🕰️🧊 Enjoy Frozen in Time themed ice sculptures. Each sculpture will take customers and visitors on a nostalgic journey showcasing iconic relics of the past like 8-track tapes, typewriters, iPods, and more!
❄️Ice carving competition on Saturday, January 18 (W. 4th Street) from 11:00 am – 2:00 pm.
🛍️ Frost Fest BINGO! – Enjoy a shopping and dining experience for your chance to win a $500 Downtown Rochester Shopping Spree!
🔥 Marshmallow roasting with the Lions Club on E. 3rd Street from 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
🧊 Detroit Lions Ice Photo Spot & Ice cornhole (E. 3rd Street)
Frost Festival Business Promotions!
All Done Up Salon (307 Main 2nd floor) – $25 Blowout with Davines luxury shampoo and conditioner – includes a FREE gift of choice! Book in January for this Frost Festival perk. Click here for details.
Aurum Design Jewelry (400 Main) – Offering 20% on all blue jewelry in store (Tanzanite, Sapphires, and Blue Zircons).
Be Scene Boutique (404 Main) – $1, $5, and $10 items in-store!
Bitter Tom’s Tasting Room (319 Main) – Enjoy a Bitter Tom’s Snowball cocktail and a Mexican Hot Chocolate Martini. Both are $13. Bitter Tom’s is also featuring Detroit Lions themed cocktails this weekend too!
Bizzy Buzz Artisan Market (409 Main) – Enjoy sales from select artisans. Click here for details!
Board Babez (134 W. University, Suite 142) – Introducing the Super Bowl specialty board. Enjoy your Super Bowl with a delicious board full of delicious meats, cheeses, fruits and more! Click here to place your order!
Che Bella Salon (419 Main) – Buy 2 products, get 1 FREE! Some products in-store will be 50% off.
The Cheese Lady (302 W. University) – Offering 25% off all blue cheese. Click here for details.
DDA’s Downtown Collaboration Studio (431 Main) – 50% off Christmas items! (excludes Christmas ornaments).
Essbe (333 Main) – 15% off of our game day collection with the code GOLIONS.
Front Door Medspa (211 Walnut Blvd) – $100 Facials ($95 savings!), 50 units of botox for $450 (savings of $150!), $100 off botox for anyone new to botox, and $75 of filler to anyone new to filler!
The Funky Frog (433 Main) – Will be open late and have a SPECIAL GUEST in the store…
KK’s Sourdough and Sweets! She will be in the store Friday From 5 – 8 pm and Saturday From 11 am – 3 pm (while supplies last).
Give Thanks Bakery (225 Main) – Offering Lions themed sugar cookies – from jerseys to footballs. Or SouperBowl Chili for the Big Game!
Haig’s of Rochester (311 Main) – 15% off sale! (excluding loose diamonds and custom designs).
Hello Fancy Boutique (405 Main) – Up to 60% off Clearance items and enjoy a Special Frost Cocktail.
Hungry Howie’s (606 N. Main) – Large 1-topping pizza for $8.99! Click here for details.
mi State of Mind (408 Main) – BOGO 1/2 OFF all apparel + FREE tastings + Extra 10% OFF sale items!
Nomad Beauty (913 N. Main) – Offering complementary hair tinsel for the Lions (blue & silver), with any hair appointment or you can book hair tinsel online for just $10. book here or call 248-759-1203.
Novel: A Book and Sandwich Shop (307 Main) – 10% off food if you are wearing Lions gear.
Park 600 Locally Crafted (600 E. University) –
Frostbite Margarita $15 (Hornitos Plata Tequila, Blue Curacao, Real Coconut Purée, Pineapple Juice, Lime Juice, Lime and Cherry Garnish)
Snowball [Dessert] $10 (Chocolate Cake, Marshmallow Filling, Coconut Coating)
Penn Station (146 Main) – Buy a large sub, get a small FREE!
Resale Connection (204 Main) – Receive 15% off one full priced non consignment item when you sign up for our emails.
Rochester Hills Public Library (500 Olde Town Rd) – Winter Wonder Library on Friday, January 17, from 6 – 8 pm. Enjoy hot cocoa and cookies before you dance the night away on the dance floor. Hear a winter story read by special celebrity readers, try your hand at crafts for all ages, and explore the library by the twinkling lights of the garden. Please note, the library will close early at 5 pm to prepare for the event, and will reopen to the public at 6 pm.
Rochester Mills Beer Co. (400 Water) – FREE hot chocolate in the lobby on Friday from 5 – 9 pm and Saturday from 3 – 9 pm.
On Friday night, the band Under Pressure is performing from 9:30 pm – 12:30 am. Then enjoy The Smoking 45’s on Saturday from 9:30 pm – 12:30 am.
Rochester Sports Cards & Memorabilia (407 Main) – 10% off any framed or autographed sports memorabilia including Detroit Lions Items.
Royal Park Hotel (600 E. University) –
Winter Stay & Play Rooms Package
– Explore Rochester this season with our Stay & Play Package, and take advantage of the following!
– $25 Downtown Rochester Gift Card
– $30 Dining Credit to Park 600
– Overnight Self-Parking
– Complimentary Late Checkout of 1 pm
– Terms & Conditions: *Valid for new reservations only on select dates through February 28, 2025. Not valid for group reservations and cannot be combined with other offers or promotions. Blackout dates and other restrictions may apply. Food & beverage credit carries no cash value and must be redeemed during your stay. Royal Park Hotel reserves the right to modify or cancel this promotional offer at any time without notice
Sanders (436 Main) – Go Lions! Offering a “Hear Them Roar” ice cream sundae! Also offering 50% off winter themed items.
The Spice & Teac Exchange (120 E. 4th) – Buy 5 get the 6th FREE on all consumables!
Sole Sisters (329 Main) – Frosty Retirement Sale! Starting January 13 until January 31 Sole Sisters is offering 75% off apparel and 50% off jewelry. Everything must go! (displays, furniture, appliances, etc.)
Talulah Belle (314 Main) – 50% off clothing!
Too Ra Loo (139 Main) – Enjoy 10% off any large pizza on January 17 & 18. Also enjoy our new Lo Siento Specials, perfect to keep you warm during the Frost Fest! 🔥 ❄️ Try our Blood orange fizz, PEARadise, Anejo Orange Blossom, and Tequila Toast Crunch! Click here to see the drinks!
Tri-County Gift Basket (220 Main) – buy one bag of candy, get one FREE!

Foodie February! February 2025
2025-02-01 08:00 - 2025-02-28 17:00
Dine-in or carry-out at one or more participating businesses during the month of February and enter for a chance to win a $500 , a $250 or a $100 Dining Package!
STEP ONE: Dine-in or carry-out at any restaurant in the City of Rochester. See below for a list of participating businesses.
STEP TWO: Collect restaurant receipts throughout the month.
STEP THREE: Bring Receipts for validation and enter-to-win at the DDA’s Downtown Collaboration Studio during regular business hours.
Downtown Collaboration Studio (431 Main Street)
Open Monday – Friday, 10 am – 5 pm
Can’t make it during business hours?
Text FOODIE to 866-603-4005 and you will be prompted to send in a picture of your receipt.
THE RULES:
All receipts must be validated by close of business on Feb. 28.
Diners will receive one entry for every receipt turned in from a participating business.
Diners cannot win multiple shopping sprees.
Winners will be announced & contacted on Monday, March 3.
Follow Downtown Rochester on Social Media for Foodie Friday Drawings!

Deck Art: Artist Registration
2025-02-01 08:00 - 2025-04-11 17:00
Artist registration takes place February 1 – April 11 (while supplies last) at South Street Skateshop (410 Main).
Who: Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College and Adult.
What: Unleash the artist in you! Join us for downtown Rochester’s 15th annual skateboard art exhibition and competition! Participants are given a blank skateboard deck to use as their canvas; any medium is acceptable for 2 and 3-dimensional pieces.
Where: Completed artwork will be placed on display throughout as many as 50 businesses in downtown Rochester. Onlookers can enjoy and admire these uniquely designed pieces of artwork
while strolling in and out of businesses.
When: May 15 & 16, 5:00 – 9:00 pm.
Deck Cost: $25.00 (plus tax) Registration and deck pick up at South Street Skateshop, 410 Main Street (while supplies last).
Judging: A panel of judges will choose a winner in each category. Prizes awarded.
Sell Your Deck Art: All proceeds belong to you; or keep your artwork, it’s yours!!

Threads of Time: A Detroit Vintage Market
2025-02-22 11:00 - 17:00
The Peacock Room is hosting our first-ever vintage market! Join us on Saturday, February 22, from 11 AM to 5 PM for Threads of Time: A Detroit Vintage Market, featuring some of Detroit’s most celebrated vintage sellers together under one roof.
This event is a celebration of the timeless nature of vintage style. Visitors can expect a curated selection of vintage and antique clothing, accessories, and home decor from some of the best collections in Metro Detroit.
FEATURED VENDORS:
Darling of Detroit
Dolly Rockers Vintage
Flamingo Vintage
Half Past Emporium
Leah’s Closet
Little Bit Vintage
The Lowry Estate
Mama Coo’s Boutique
The Peacock Room
Style Star Vintage
Tekla Vintage
Vintage Eastern Market
The day will also feature delicious small-batch soups and chili from GreenHouse Soups & Chili and sweet treats by Baked By Jamie available to purchase.
Grab a friend or three and come find your new favorite vintage outfit or discover something beautiful for your home while you take in the grandeur of The Fisher Building.
FREE ADMISSION
