2007 ARTStoberFest Kick Off

Think there's nothing to do in Rochester? Think Again!

Did you know that in October there will be over 85 arts events in Rochester?!

October is National Arts and Humanities month and was dubbed "ARTStober" five years ago by Mayor Ardell Brede to increase awareness and appreciation for Rochester's vibrant and varied artistic community. Celebrate ARTStoberfest this year by experiencing the arts. A special kick-off event, art walk, skyway art contest and a series of surprise Aart attacks are planned throughout the month in addition to those events previously scheduled by local arts groups.

ARTStoberfest Kicks off Downtown on 1st Ave.

When: Thursday, October 4th 4:30pm
Cost: Free
Welcome by Brad Jones, president of the Rochester Arts Council and Mayor Brede. Mayor Brede kicks-off Artstoberfest with a special thanks to the Arts community in Rochester and the two high schools responsible for ARtstober skyway paintings, Lourdes and Studio Academy.

First Thursdays Art Walk, Downtown Rochester

When: Thursday, October 4th 7:00-10:00 PM
Cost: Free
The Rochester Downtown Alliance, along with downtown merchants and local artists, present an evening ART Walk. Enjoy the fresh air while you mingle and visit the many downtown studios and galleries.