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Update as of March 12, 2020: For the safety and health of downtown business employees and attendees, the Rochester Downtown Alliance is postponing Ladies’ Night Out amid the coronavirus (COVID-19) concern. We make decisions like this with the utmost care and consider local, state, and national updates. We look forward to bringing you community events you love soon.
It's not just girls who wanna have fun: Ladies' Night Out March 26 presented by the Rochester Downtown Alliance is a good time for everyone! With more activities and experiences for every age and gender, plan your night out with this essential guide to the upcoming Ladies' Night Out in downtown Rochester.
Update as of March 12, 2020: For the safety and health of downtown business employees and attendees, the Rochester Downtown Alliance is postponing Ladies’ Night Out amid the coronavirus (COVID-19) concern. We make decisions like this with the utmost care and consider local, state, and national updates. We look forward to bringing you community events you love soon.
Extra, extra: read all about investing in yourself and enjoying being with friends at Ladies' Night Out March 26 in downtown Rochester. Here are the newest Ladies' Night Out additions!
Update as of March 12, 2020: For the safety and health of downtown business employees and attendees, the Rochester Downtown Alliance is postponing Ladies’ Night Out amid the coronavirus (COVID-19) concern. We make decisions like this with the utmost care and consider local, state, and national updates. We look forward to bringing you community events you love soon.
Recharge in March with Ladies' Night Out March 26, whether that's through relaxation, empowerment, dining, or some retail therapy. These downtown Rochester businesses are ready to offer a fun time for all Ladies' Night Out attendees.
How does the common saying go: “So much time and so little to do”? Strike that and reverse it! In downtown Rochester, there is plenty to do and we’ll help you with the time factor, too! Here is a list of Rochester events worth traveling for in every season and year-round! Find more Events in downtown Rochester while attending the following!
Welcome to downtown Rochester, Minnesota! Whether you are visiting for the first time or are a life-long resident, here you will find plenty of places to go in your spare time. Within a 44-block district, downtown Rochester has everything from arts and culture to live action to quiet nature. Find your free-time fit with the following See & Do ideas in downtown Rochester!
While helping to build communities, Premier Bank Rochester promotes volunteerism, a diverse work force, environmental initiatives, and giving. These values are the why behind Premier's partnership with the Rochester Downtown Alliance (RDA). With their support, the RDA was able to substantially enhance activities and increase stakeholder engagement, thereby making Downtown a more vibrant gathering place. We are proud to introduce our 2018 Movies in the Park Presenting Partner, Premier Bank Rochester.
Ladies Night Out: Sterling State Bank Giveaway & More
When: March 23
Time: 5 pm - 9 pm
Where: Downtown Rochester
Planning to attend Ladies Night Out? RSVP here and enter to win a $48 prize bundle provided by Sterling State Bank. Yes, it is just that simple! RSVP must be between 3/10-3/16 to be entered to win.
Thank you to our SocialICE Premier Partners Mayo Clinic and Minnesota Super Bowl Host Committee
The Rochester Downtown Alliance would like to recognize and thank Mayo Clinic and Minnesota Super Bowl Host Committee for partnering with us on SocialICE. Partnerships like theirs help build amazing events and a vibrant and unique downtown community.
SocialICE - Rochester, MN's Ice Bar, features seven 12-foot uniquely-themed Ice Bars each with their own signature drinks. Watch the video below for what bars will be at SocialICE, their themes, a short-list of what drinks to expect, and a behind the scenes look at how the drinks are crafted
Visit our Facebook Page for a Chance to Win $20 gift Card!
SocialICE Contest: Comment to Win a Love Your Melon Beanie
On our Facebook page, tell us why you're excited about going to SocialICE for a chance to win this beanie by Love Your Melon. Like the post to double your chances.
The contest runs until January 27, and we'll announce a winner that same day on our Facebook page.
SocialICE – Rochester Minnesota’s Ice Bar – is the outdoor winter experience for anyone seeking a vibrant and authentically Rochester experience. Not only is there plenty to see and do at SocialICE – 7 Ice Bars, live entertainment, life size ice sculptures to name a few – there are also plenty of chances to get in on the fun and win great prizes; 3 chances to be exact.
National Popcorn Day locations announced
Get your free bag of Carroll's Corn popcorn at:
Location 1: Subway Level, outside Associate Bank (101 1st Ave SW)
Location 2: Shops at University Square (111 S Broadway), first floor, by escalator
Thursday, January 19 is National Popcorn Day and what better way to celebrate the day than giving away free popcorn?
All the Parties in One Place: Downtown Rochester New Year's Eve 2016.
Why pick one party when there are so many going on? Downtown Rochester will have the largest collection of "must-attend" NYE celebrations. Best of all, they're all in walking distance. Cheers.
Chester's New Year's Eve
Enjoy a complimentary champagne toast at midnight along with a special menu. Seating begins at 3:00 pm. Make your reservations today. Click for more information.
'A Christmas Carol' at The Rochester Civic Theatre Company
When: December 2 - 18
Where: Rochester Civic Theatre - 20 Civic Center Drive SE
Cost: From $21- $31
A holiday classic for all, "A Christmas Carol" By Charles Dickens, adapted for the stage by The Civic's Artistic Director Greg Miller. Gather for this beloved Christmas story. Guaranteed to thrill, amaze, and delight this holiday season. Suggested viewing age: 10 and up. Click here for more information.
Win 2 Tickets to 'The Nutcracker'
Visit the Downtown Rochester Facebook Page to enter for a chance to win two tickets to see the Rochester Dance Company's 14th season of "The Nutcracker" on Saturday, December 10, at 7 PM. Click here to visit our page and leave a comment to enter. Contest ends December 5.
Here Comes Santa Claus Event Guide
When: Friday, November 25, from 6 - 8:30 pm
Where: Old City Hall, Peace Plaza, Shops at University Square (111 S Broadway)
Parking: Parking at all City ramps and street parking is free after 5 pm. The two closest ramps will be 3rd Street Ramp and Center Street Ramp. Click here for more options.
Official Webpage: DowntownRochesterMN.com
Schedule & Activities
Get the scoop on Rochester's hottest events with our monthly radio show thanks to KROC AM. Click to listen.
In this month's episode, downtown Rochester's cherished holiday tradition returns for the 42nd year, it's time to support local small business, and the deadline is November 30 for the stART-UP grant. Click to listen.
Fall Fest 2016: Tell Us What You Thought
Thank you to everyone who attended our first ever Fall Fest event in downtown Rochester! We were very excited to see thousands of you at the event. We'd like to hear what you thought about Fall Fest to help us plan for future years. (You guessed it...survey time!) Take this short survey, and give us your feedback. Click here to take the survey.
Get the scoop on Rochester's hottest events with our monthly radio show thanks to KROC AM. Click to listen.
In this month's episode, it's show time for Movies in the Park, Thursdays is off to a great start, and PlaceMakers has two big dates coming up fast. Click to listen.
Get the scoop on Rochester's hottest events with our monthly radio show thanks to KROC AM. Click to listen.
In this month's episode, Thursdays on First & 3rd band lineup announce, and we talk about PlaceMakers. What is PlaceMakers? Click to listen.
Get the scoop on Rochester's hottest events with our monthly radio show thanks to KROC AM. Click to listen.
In this month's episode, another chance to win a very special downtown Rochester mug, new website launches Monday, and a full list of Movies in the Park movies.