Detroit Harvest Fest & Food Truck Rally
2023-10-07 11:00 - 20:00 (America/Detroit)
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.

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.

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!

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!

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!

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!

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.

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)

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

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

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

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🩷

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!

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.

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.

THE BIG, BRIGHT LIGHT SHOW
2023-11-20 17:00 - 2024-01-21 17:00
The Big, Bright Light Show covers the buildings of downtowns Rochester with over 1.5 million points of glimmering light! The show will be aglow every night from 5 pm to Midnight through January 7, 2024.

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!

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

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.

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!

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.

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.)

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

CAROLING IN THE CITY
2023-12-10 17:00 - 20:00
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!

PANCAKES & PJS
2023-12-14 17:00 - 20:00
Don your holiday pjs and join us for a holiday themed pancake dinner!
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 14
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. Each reservation block has limited seating

Drink Local - Rochester MI, Event (Enjoy Holiday Themed Beverages from Local Restaurants!)
2023-12-18 00:00 - 2023-12-31 00:00
Enjoy 18 featured beverages from participating downtown restaurants through the month of December!
Make sure to vote for your favorite
Restaurants Participating:
BAUS Barber
Bologna Via Cucina
Dessert Oasis Coffee Roasters
The Hemmingway Room
Hibachi House
Kruse & Muer on Main
Kruse’s PCYC
Main Street Billiards
Park 600
Rochester Mills Beer Co.
O’Connor’s Public House
Rochester Corner Bar
Too Ra Loo
Rochester Chop Houe
The Spice and Tea Exchange
423 Main Bar & Grill
The Meeting House
Click here for the voting form!

Coffee Talk at the Rochester Community House! (Only for Current Chamber Members)
2024-01-12 07:30 - 10:00 | Rochester Community House, 816 Ludlow Avenue, Rochester, 48307
You’re invited to network with local business professionals at our January Coffee Talk! Bring your 2-minute “elevator speech” and a stack of business cards, then get ready for speed networking over coffee!
Looking for some exposure for your business??
Bring a door prize with your business card attached to raffle to a lucky attendee and your business will be announced for more exposure at the event. Not sure what to donate? We suggest a $10 gift card from a local business of a fellow chamber member (for example restaurant or store of your choice).

Gilmore Girls Inspired Dinner at Tonia's Victorian Rose Tea Room in Rochester, MI!
2024-01-12 18:00 - 21:00 | Tonia’s Victorian Rose Tea Room, 120 W 3rd St, Rochester, MI, 48307, United States
“Where you lead, I will follow.”
Join us for a holiday dinner celebrating our favorite Gilmore Family! This dinner and trivia will focus on the episode, “The Bracebridge Dinner,” where Lorelai invites most of the citizens of Stars Hollow to an elaborate feast complete with horse-drawn carriage ride!
In true Gilmore Girls Fashion, the menu will include Sookie Worthy Entrees and Rory Approved Desserts. This event is $85.00 per person and is the perfect Christmas Gift for your Gilmore Girl fan! Dinner is from 6-8 pm, followed by a horse-drawn carriage ride through our beautiful Downtown Rochester to see the Big Bright Light Show, immediately afterward. Sign up now, by hitting the tickets link. If this one sells out, another one will open for Saturday, 1/13.
Remember… Life’s Short, so Talk Fast!

Frost Festival: Downtown Rochester, Michigan
2024-01-19 00:00 - 2024-01-20 00:00
Join us on January 19th & 20th for a winter celebration that will transform Downtown Rochester into a frosty wonderland! Frost Fest promises a weekend filled with icy delights, from stunning under the sea themed ice sculptures to a carving competition, topped off with a shopping and dining Bingo game that will have you exploring the heart of our city!
🌊 Enjoy Under the Sea themed ice sculptures. Dive into the world beneath the waves as our talented ice sculptors bring the ocean to life with under-the-sea-themed creations!
🔥 Marshmallow roasting with the Lions’ Club (E. 3rd Street) Friday, 5:00 – 9:00 pm and Saturday, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm.
🦑 Live Carving Friday, January 19 (E. 3rd Street) at 5:30 pm. Sponsored by Modetz Funeral Home.
❄️Ice carving competition on Saturday, January 20 (W. 4th Street) time – TBD.
🛍️ Downtown Rochester BINGO! – Enjoy a shopping and dining experience for your chance to win a $500 Downtown Rochester Shopping Spree! (official BINGO card coming soon).
🎉 Family-Friendly Fun: Frost Fest is a family-friendly event with activities for all ages. Bring the kids for a day of winter wonder and make lasting memories as you explore the charming streets of Downtown Rochester.

2024 Frozen Paw 5k
2024-01-21 09:00
In conjunction with the Rochester Downtown Development Authority’s Snowglow, Leader Dogs for the Blind is proud to present the 2nd Annual Frozen Paw 5K! Participants will enjoy a course filled with wintry scenery through downtown Rochester, Rochester Municipal Park and Paint Creek Trail.
More Information:
Sunday, January 21, 2024
Start time: 9 a.m.
Race starts and finishes near Rochester Mills Beer Company
Register to race here: https://leaderdogs.enmotive.com/…/2024-frozen-paw-5k
More information on our website here: https://www.leaderdog.org/frozen-paw-5k/
The 5K Run/Walk includes a race shirt, race medal, and a coupon for a free, age-appropriate beverage from Rochester Mills Beer Company.
Race is capped at 1,000 in-person participants (we sold out last year)!
Packet Pick-Up:
– Friday, January 19 – 3:00 to 6:00 PM at Leader Dogs for the Blind Canine Center
– Saturday, January 20 – 12:00 to 4:00 PM at Leader Dogs for the Blind Canine Center
– Sunday, January 21 – 7:30 – 9:00 AM at Rochester Mills Beer Company
Thank you to our sponsors Genysis Credit Union and Rochester Mills Beer Co.!
Personal dogs are welcome. We ask that you keep them on a leash at all times and be sure to clean up after them. Participants with dogs must start at the back of group at the beginning of the race.
