BREAKING NEWS
Get ready to rock the Riverway! The highly-anticipated ROC the Riverway Weekend is set to take place from October 4-6, bringing a plethora of exciting events and activities to the region.
Organized by the River of Life Community Development Initiative (ROLCDI), the ROC the Riverway Weekend aims to promote community bonding, cultural exchange, and economic growth in the Riverway area. The three-day extravaganza will feature a diverse range of events, including concerts, cultural performances, food festivals, and more.
Highlights of the weekend include:
- A star-studded concert lineup featuring top regional and national artists
- A cultural festival showcasing traditional and contemporary performances from around the world
- A food festival offering a variety of cuisines from local and international vendors
- Family-friendly activities, such as face painting, arts and crafts, and children’s entertainment
- A sports tournament featuring local and regional teams
- A market place with local vendors selling handmade crafts, souvenirs, and more
The ROC the Riverway Weekend is expected to draw thousands of visitors from across the region, providing a significant boost to the local economy. The event also aims to promote unity, inclusivity, and social cohesion among the community members.
"We are thrilled to announce the ROC the Riverway Weekend, a celebration that promises to be an unforgettable experience for all," said [Name], Executive Director of ROLCDI. "We invite everyone to join us for three days of fun, entertainment, and community building. See you there!"
DATE: October 4-6, 2023
TIME: Various events throughout the day and evening
LOCATION: Riverway area ( exact locations to be announced)
ADMISSION: FREE
COSTUME: Festival attire encouraged
LANGUAGE: English and [list other languages spoken in the region]
CURRENCY: [List currency accepted]
CONTACT: [ROLCDI contact information]
SOCIAL MEDIA:
- Facebook: [ROLCDI Facebook page]
- Twitter: [ROLCDI Twitter handle]
- Instagram: [ROLCDI Instagram handle]
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Stay tuned for more updates and announcements about the ROC the Riverway Weekend. Mark your calendars for an unforgettable experience!
ROC the Riverway Weekend Set for Oct. 4-6
Mayor Malik D. Evans today announced the return of ROC the Riverway Weekend, celebrating the revitalization of Rochester’s Genesee River waterfront with three days of exciting events from Oct. 4–6 at various locations on and near the river.
" ROC the Riverway Weekend celebrates the incredible and ongoing transformation of our riverfront and invites the community to experience Rochester’s natural beauty and progress,” said Mayor Evans. “This don’t-miss weekend features events that showcase the incredible majesty of the Genesee as well as the ambitious projects we’ve undertaken to create vibrant public spaces, spur economic growth, and deliver equity to our neighborhoods. I’m deeply grateful to the volunteers and partners who help make this celebration possible and for their dedication to revitalizing one of our city's greatest assets.”
Dating back more than 40 years, ROC the Riverway Weekend is a series of events designed to give residents and visitors a chance to explore the past, present, and future of the city’s relationship with the Genesee River, along with Lake Ontario and the Erie Canal.
Events include scenic and birding-focused boat cruises, tours of the Charlotte-Genesee Lighthouse, guided walking, bicycle and paddle tours, historical presentations, a chance to view the fall salmon run, and a sturgeon release near the Lower Falls. Tours of the historic aqueduct former Erie Canal and subway system are also on the schedule and the Genesee River Alliance and Tour Blend have partnered to create several self-guided tours using the Tour Blend mobile app.
ROC the Riverway is the City’s most ambitious public works program encompassing more than 30 projects along the Genesee River to create a series of waterfront destinations along with a completed Genesee Riverway Trail.
ROC the Riverway includes a variety of projects, such as the completion of the Genesee Riverway Trail along the riverfront through Center City and a redesign of Austin Steward Plaza and Genesee Crossroads Park. The plan also envisions significant upgrades to major riverfront facilities, including the Blue Cross Arena at the War Memorial; the Joseph A. Floreano Rochester Riverside Convention Center; the Rundel Memorial Library building and many more. More information about ROC the Riverway can be found at: www.cityofrochester.gov/roctheriverway.
For the full list of ROC the Riverway Weekend events, and a link to the self-guided mobile tour app, visit www.cityofrochester.gov/roc-riverway-weekend
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A subway tour that is “first come, first serve” ? That’s going to be a big mistake. The Rochester Subway tunnel is arguably the most magnetic landmark in the region, and not doing a ticketed event for the tour, instead relying on “first come, first serve” at their expo, is going to backfire.
Here’s a better link to the events: https://www.cityofrochester.gov/roc-riverway-weekend, the other link seems to be employee-only.
How much is left of the projects? I know they’ve finished a decent amount so far.