Downtown Rochester

Fire & Ice Fest- February 24 & 25

Downtown Rochester — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 19:29:37 +0000

Fire & Ice Fest
Friday, February 24, 6:00 – 9:00 pm
Saturday, February 25, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm

Oakland County, Oakland County Parks, the City of Rochester and downtown Rochester come together to host the Fire & Ice Fest, a winter festival in downtown Rochester.

Due to the unseasonably warm weather, we have modified our event schedule. While we will not be able to enjoy our winter sports activities, join us downtown for an ice sculpture show, live carving demonstrations, marshmallow roasting and more. And don’t miss the fireworks on Friday night at 8:00 pm!

Are Ewe Ready?

Downtown Rochester — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 14:46:02 +0000

They’re baa-ck! The Ewe Revue 2 Design Portfolio is now complete! Check out all the ewes vying for starring roles in this summer’s production of The Ewe Revue 2!

Big, Bright Is Back!

Downtown Rochester — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 15:49:47 +0000

Don’t miss the final weekend to catch The Big, Bright Light Show – January 27, 28 & 29. The show will be aglow nightly from 6 pm – Midnight.

Fire & Ice Fest Rescheduled!

Downtown Rochester — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 13:55:05 +0000

Due to the unseasonably mild weather, the Fire & Ice Fest has been rescheduled to February 24-26. See you downtown!

So Cool, It’s Hot!

Downtown Rochester — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 20:38:18 +0000

Mark your calendar for the 5th Annual Fire & Ice Fest, January 27-29! The City of Rochester and Oakland County are teaming up again this year for winter events, ice sculptures, taste fest, trolley rides, ice skating, fireworks and a few new surprises. Stay tuned as the details continue to defrost!

Big, Bright New Year’s Nights!

Downtown Rochester — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 20:45:46 +0000

The Holiday Season is upon us all,
Come Downtown – not to the mall!
The Big, Bright Lights will sparkle and shine,
For you to enjoy as you shop and then dine.

A special present from us to you -
The Lights will be on all night through!
On New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day,
The lights will shine in a 24-hour way!

So enjoy the lights, both day and night!
May your holidays be merry and your season bright!

The Big, Bright Light Show will be lit nonstop from 6:00 pm, December 30 – Midnight on January 1, 2012.

*Please note the DDA & City Offices will be closed, December 30 – January 2, 2012*

Big, Bright Lights on Holiday Nights

Downtown Rochester — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 20:32:55 +0000

The Holiday Season is upon us all,
Come Downtown – not to the mall!
The Big, Bright Lights will sparkle and shine,
For you to enjoy as you shop and then dine.

A special present from us to you -
The Lights will be on all night through!
On Christmas Eve and Christmas Day,
The lights will shine in a 24-hour way!

So enjoy the lights, both day and night!
May your holidays be merry and your season bright!

The Big, Bright Light Show will be lit nonstop from 6:00 pm, December 23 – Midnight on December 25.

*Please note the DDA & City Offices will be closed, December 23 – December 26*

More than 1.5 Million Lights…

Downtown Rochester — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 21:44:24 +0000

The buildings of Rochester
will glitter and glow,
when you visit our town for
The Big, Bright Light Show.

It’s awesome, stupendous,
historic and grand,
Come see your favorite downtown
truly light up the land.

Bring your family & friends
and join those in the know,
To enjoy the excitement of
The Big, Bright Light Show!

The show is on nightly
into the New Year,
so visit downtown Rochester
for some holiday cheer!

The Big, Bright Light Show will be lit nightly through Jan. 1, 2012, from 6:00 pm to midnight. Click here for more information!

The Holiday Cheer Continues!

Downtown Rochester — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 16:35:24 +0000

Thanks to everyone who joined us last night at Lagniappe and the debut of The Big, Bright Light Show! The rain didn’t dampen our spirit!

And the good news is, the fun continues! Not only is The Big, Bright Light Show lit nightly, 6:00-Midnight, through the New Year, but the Kris Kringle Market is upon us!

Kris Kringle Market

Friday, Dec. 2, 4:00-9:00 pm
Saturday, Dec. 3, Noon-9:00 pm

Visitors can enjoy the food, shopping, entertainment and ambiance of this open-air market which features fresh greens & wreaths, handcrafted gifts and specialty foods for the holidays. Click here for more info!

Tonight’s the Night for Lights!

Downtown Rochester — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 15:37:29 +0000

Lagniappe and The Big, Bright Light Show debut are upon us!

The holiday season in downtown Rochester is officially here!

Lagniappe

Monday, Nov. 28, 6:00 – 9:00 pm

The 39th annual Lagniappe officially kicks-off the holiday season in downtown Rochester. As usual, there will be carolers, horse-drawn carriage rides, a visit from Santa Claus and the debut of the 2011 Big, Bright Light Show! Merchants are asked to offer “lagniappe,” Creole for “a little something extra” to their customers as a token of appreciation for their support throughout the year.

The Big, Bright Light Show

Debuts Monday, Nov. 28, 7:00 pm (opening ceremony at 6:45 pm)
Lit Nightly, Nov. 28-Jan. 1, 2012, 6:00 pm – Midnight

The Big, Bright Light Show, a holiday display unlike any in the Midwest, is entering its sixth year. As with previous years, the buildings of Main Street will be covered in big, bright lights beginning at the South Bridge and will extend all the way north to Romeo Road. Additionally, buildings on Fourth Street from Walnut to Water Street will be covered. Click here for more info!