City of Rochester
News Release
(Wednesday, Sept. 20, 2023) – The fall season at the City of Rochester Public Market kicks off Friday with the inaugural Oktoberfest celebration from 5 to 9 p.m., Friday, Sept. 22 at the Market, 280 N. Union St.
This new family friendly Market event will feature activities and games for all ages, traditional German food, food trucks, live music and performances, and a wide array of German-inspired beer and wine.
Co-hosted by Rohrbach Brewing Company, patrons can savor the season by sampling Rohrbach’s German Helles Lager, Rohrbach Dunkel and Spaten German lagers, plus a variety of wines including German Rieslings.
The Krazy Firemen, an eight-piece big band, will play traditional authentic German music. The German Federation will provide performances for all ages; and attendees are welcome to sign up for a national stein holding competition.
Admission is free, gates open at 5 p.m., and live music and entertainment will take place from 6 to 9 p.m.
For more Market news and updates, follow the City of Rochester Public Market on Facebook and Instagram (@CityofRochesterPublicMarket).
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News Media: For more information, contact Communications Director Barbara Pierce at Barbara.Pierce@cityofrochester.gov.
The Administration of Mayor Malik D. Evans strives to create a safe, equitable and prosperous Rochester by inspiring hope and delivering opportunity for everyone. Guided by the Administration’s Mission, Vision and Values and the principles of the “Rochester 2034” comprehensive plan, City employees are committed to providing exceptional customer service, transparent stewardship, and collaborative leadership to foster a vibrant community that empowers personal, professional and generational growth for all who live, work or play in the city of Rochester.