The tree is lit!
We kicked off the holiday season in the City Hall atrium this morning with music from the School of the Arts choir and orchestra — and a special visit from Santa.
The celebrations continue all month long. Happy holidays, Rochester!
We’re celebrating 50 years of our iconic City Mark in 2026!
To kick off the yearlong celebration, Mayor Evans announced plans this morning to officially update the City flag — a fresh look for Rochester’s symbol of pride.
Learn more: cityofrochester.gov/newflag
75 years ago today, Rochester made basketball history!
Earl Lloyd, the first African American to play an NBA game, made his debut in Rochester's Edgerton Park Sports Arena when the Washington Capitols took on the Rochester Royals on Oct. 31, 1950.
Yesterday, we were honored to host a naturalization ceremony at City Hall, welcoming 45 new U.S. citizens!
It was an inspiring celebration of community, hope, and the American dream. Congratulations to all who took the oath — and welcome home to Rochester!
The Knighthawks are staying in Rochester!
The Seneca Nation, through Seneca Holdings, has officially purchased the team — securing the future of professional lacrosse in a city where the game’s roots run deep.
Learn more: rochesterknighthawks.com
Preparations for this year’s Pride Parade are underway!
Look out for these rainbow sidewalks on South Avenue and Park Avenue, and we’ll look out for you at next Saturday’s parade and festival!
Learn more: cityofrochester.gov/pride
Thousands showed up and showed out for the final night of Jazz Fest on Saturday — an exclamation point on a special week in downtown Rochester.
Let's do it again next year!
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Despite the cold and rain, Clean Sweep 2025 had a record-breaking turnout this morning! More than 3,000 volunteers showed up to help beautify our city — a true testament to Rochester’s spirit. Let’s break another record next year!
Photo gallery: cityofrochester.gov/cleansweep2025photos
We are SO CLOSE to topping last year’s total number of volunteers for Clean Sweep! Sign up today and let’s make this the biggest community clean-up Rochester has ever seen!
Learn more & register: cityofrochester.gov/cleansweep
Today we dropped the lineup for this year’s Party in the Park! Get ready for a summer of music, food, and fun in Downtown Rochester.
Learn more: cityofrochester.gov/PITP
Join us for Clean Sweep on May 3rd, and be part of Rochester’s biggest community cleanup event!
Participants will receive breakfast, lunch, a T-shirt, transportation to sites, and tickets to that day’s Red Wings game!
Learn more and sign up today: cityofrochester.gov/cleansweep
Fun fact: Rochester’s population doubles in size during the first nice weather week of the year
The Clock of Nations is back in downtown Rochester!
Today, we celebrated the return of this cherished local landmark, just steps from its original home at Midtown Plaza. Stop by Tower280 soon to experience this piece of history!
We'll know the weather has really turned when the VEO scooters are back
Not enough caps being tipped these days
The Lilac Festival has been nominated for USA Today’s Best U.S. Flower Festival — let’s show the nation why our festival is truly one of a kind!
Vote here: 10best.usatoday.com/awards/trave...
Looking forward to tonight's show at Waterstreet — probably the best collection of local music under one roof I've seen since the Tim Avery benefit show at Anthology in 2016, and for a good cause!
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We are seeking applicants for a new tenant on the second floor of the Port of Rochester!
The space includes a central restaurant & bar area, a commercial kitchen, & an outdoor, covered patio with expansive waterfront views.
Learn more: www.cityofrochester.gov/departments/...
$100 million in federal funding has been secured for the Inner Loop North Transformation Project to reconnect disadvantaged neighborhoods to Rochester’s downtown.
Learn more: www.cityofrochester.gov/news/100m-an...
It'd be cool if ROC Holiday Village could stick around through New Year's and we brought back a fireworks show. Having a public NYE celebration would be fun
The ice rink at ROC Holiday Village was ranked No. 3 in the nation for best ice skating rinks by USA Today!
Learn more: 10best.usatoday.com/awards/trave...
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Rochester is ranked No. 15 this year for Most Arts-Vibrant Communities in the United States!
Learn more: culturaldata.org/arts-vibranc...
It’s officially the holiday season in Rochester!
It was a festive scene Saturday for the Lighting of the Liberty Pole and Parade to ROC Holiday Village — we’re already looking forward to doing it again next year!
Who wins: Park Ave tree or City Hall tree?
This month’s Mayor on the Block brought Mayor Evans and his senior management team through the South Wedge today, where shops are gearing up for Small Business Saturday.
If you plan on partaking in holiday shopping this weekend, consider your neighborhood and shop local!
Looking for Small Business Saturday plans?
Mayor Evans caught up with Marilla of Marilla’s Mindful Supplies to discuss the “Chili Sniffing Competition” in the South Wedge this weekend. Shop small and support local this holiday season!
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Our Christmas tree is here! 🎄
The 25-foot-tall Norway spruce from Barnes Tree Farm arrived at City Hall this morning, and more than a dozen City workers helped move it to the atrium.
Next step: decorate …
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Join us Saturday, December 7 at 5 p.m. as we kick off the holiday season with the Lighting of the Liberty Pole and Family Parade to the ROC Holiday Village!
Learn more: www.cityofrochester.gov/events/light...
