2009 results
Rochesterfest Triathlon
Olympic
1st - Sam Hauck, Omaha, Neb, 1:55.48
2nd - Curt Wood, Chaska, MN 1:56.44
3rd - Alex Hooke, Rochester, MN 1:59.01
Sprint
1st - Jesse Nelson, Red Wing, MN, 54:18
2nd - Chris Koch, Rochester, MN, 54:26
3rd - Mederic Hall, Rochester, MN, 58:03
Puzzle Contest
Winning team: Janet Helgren, Marcia Helgren, Sue Jenkins and Matt Jenkins
Million $ Golf Shoot-Out
Championship - Philip Valenti won $1,000 for closest to the pin at 10 feet 6 inches
Session Winners
Tuesday 1st Session: Michael Mulcahey 1/2 inch
Tuesday, 2nd Session: Leif Erickson, Hole-in-One
Wednesday, 1st Session: Derek Clarey, 3 1/2 inches
Wednesday, 2nd Session: Larry Oefstedahl, Hole-in-One
Thursday, 1st Session: Tracy Phelps, Hole-in-One, Philip Valenti, Hole-in-One
Thursday, 2nd Session: Mark Boenish, Hole-in-One, Brian Lisovskis, Hole-in-One
Friday, 1st Session: Rob Mounts 4 1/4 inches
Friday, 2nd Session: Philip Valenti, Hole-in-One, Jeff Beck, Hole-in-one
Treasure Hunt
Winner Josiah Nagel - Found the treasure and won $500.00
Bicycle Winners
Kiwanis Parent Child Free Fair
Winners: Chase Larsen and Samantha Padmos
Parade High School Bands
Class A - 1st Place - Lake City, 2nd Place - Henry Sibley
Class AA - 1st Place - Winona Cotter. 2nd Place - Lutheran Vanguard. Overall Champion - Winona Cotter
Rochester's Strongest Man
The first Rochester's Strongest Man Contest proved to be a Clash of Titans where the winner was determined by 1 second on the last event. On the hot 85-degree day, Carl Foemmel, a 295-pound ball of muscle from Marshfield, WI, dominated the 1st three events. Carl carried a 235-pound sandbag, 250-pound sandbag Farmer's handles in each hand, and dragged a 560-pound sandbag anchor chain all 50-foot in 27.9 seconds to win the carry and drag medley.
The 2nd event was the last man standing deadlift. Alex DeMarco of Faribault, MN and Jeff Peterson of St. Paul, MN both finished with lifts of 820 lbs. but it was Carl Foemmel finishing 1st again with a lift of 870 lbs.
The 3rd event was the overhead press medley. Foemmel made quick work of 5 odd objects finishing 1st again.
The 4th event called for the athletes to flip an 800lb. tire 7 times as fast as possible. Jeff Peterson, a 220lb competitor with over 50 competitions under his belt, edged Carl in this event.
In the 5th event, Jeff Peterson pulled a 16,000lb. truck arm over arm style 50 feet in 41.5 seconds capturing 1st in the event. Foemmel finished a disappointing 4th in the event propelling Peterson into 1st place overall by a half point with one event to go.
The last event was one of the strongman signature events: the stones. Peterson and Foemmel were only a half point apart. Foemmel lifted the 5 stones weighing 235lb., 265lb., 285lb., 310lb., and 340lb. to the 50" platform in a blistering 25.7 seconds. Peterson followed with an inspired 24.4 second run to capture the title of Rochester's Strongest Man.
1st Place Jeff Peterson - St. Paul
2nd Place Carl Foemmel, Marshfield WI
3rd Place Paul Bayleat - PlymouthList of Winners – What they won: Ice Cream Certificates from Kemps
4th Place Joel Dierks - Voted Fan Favorite
Ice Cream Eating Contest
7-9 yr olds
1. Gabriella Pena
10-12 yr olds
1. Katelyn Goodman
Celebrities
1. Ted Schmidt KTTC
2. Jeff Kiger Post Bulletin
3. Dave Berg The Fox 102.5
4. Alex Morgan Y 105
5. Rochester Mayor Ardell Brede
6. Sarah Swistak KAAL
Complete schedule of events
Saturday, June 20
Sandblast XXIII
Foster Arend Beach
37th Street & East River RD NW
9:30 a.m. Registration
10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Competition
11:30 a.m. Judging/prizes
There will be serveral skill levels of sand sculpting. a fun, stress-free family event
Sponsor: Yaggy Colby Associates
Oxbow Park/Zollman Zoo - "Feed the Critters"
Feed the Bear - 10:00 a.m.
Our resident black bear is awake and hungry once again! Join us as we share some natural history facts about black bears. We will tempt her with a wide variety of foods. What will she eat first? Come to this program to find out! Recommended for all ages.
Feed the Otters - 1:00 p.m.
Get set for some fun! Watch the otters catch live minnows and suckers in their pond. A great lesson in learning how the natural world works first hand! Recommended for all ages.
Birds of Prey - 3:00 p.m.
Come and learn more about the spectacular birds of prey that inhabit our area. We'll share facts about their natural history as well as provide you with tips on how to identify these birds in the field. Recommended for all ages.
Plane Pull for the March of Dimes
Location: FEDEX Building at Rochester International Airport
Time:9:30 a.m. Registration, Pulling 11:00 a.m. to finish
Cost:$600 per team, 20 men,women, or coed on team.
Details:Teams will play Tug O'War with a 166,000 pound FEDEX 727-200 jet. The winning team will pull the plane 12 feet in the fastest time There will be Children's games and activities starting at 10:00 a.m.
Proceeds to benefit the March of Dimes
Media Sponsor: ABC 6 News
Minnesota Disc Dog Club - Frisbee Dog Championship
Location: Soldiers Field West
Time: Noon
Cost: Free
Details: High flying dogs catching frisbees. Family friendly event. Bring a chair and enjoy the best canine athletics in the state
Web: http://MNdiscdog.com
Sponsor: Best for Pets FKPS.com
Past Results:
2007
Freestyle: Andrew Yori and Wallace
Toss and Catch: Melissa Lamere and Tag
2006
Freestyle: Joshua Grenell and Wazee
Oakwood Cemetery Walk
Location: Oakwood Cemetery - 41 7th Ave. NE
Time: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Cost: $6.00 in advance at the History Center of Olmsted County or the Oakwood Cemetery Office. For information call 282-9447. At the site, $7.00 per adult, $3.00 children under 12, $1.00 off with a Rochesterfest Button
Details: Actors portraying historical figures from Rochester's past will speak to visitors about their lives at their gravesides in the Oakwood Cemetery. Visitors will be guided from site to site as each character spends a few minutes sharing some of their personal history and reflections. Seating is available at the sites. Tours begin at 1:00 p.m. and the last tour begins at 4:00 p.m. Parking is available inside the cemetery grounds. People with difficulty walking will need to provide their own means of mobility.
On the web: www.olmstedhistory.com
Sponsor: History Center of Olmsted County and Oakwood Cemeteries
Strongest Man Contest
Location: Heintz Center Parking Lot, 1926 Collegeview Drive SE
Time: 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. (Rain date - Sunday, June 21)
All competitors must be registered by June 10 - 25 Athlete limit
1st place - $500, Trophy, t-shirt
2nd place - $300, Trophy, t-shirt
3rd place - $200, Trophy, t-shirt
All competitors will receive a t-shirt and miscellaneous gifts
For an application, please call the Rochesterfest office at 507-285-8769
EVENTS 1. Tire Flip Medley, 2. Overhead Press Medley, 3. Arm over Arm Truck Pull, 4. Tractor/Vehicle Deadlift, 5. Carry and Drag Medley, 6. Fingal Fingers, 7. Car Yoke, 8. StonesFirst five events are prelims with top 9 advancing
Final 3 events are for finalists only
On the web: www.theworldsstrongestman.com
Sponsors: FOX 47 TV
Chester Woods Park - Summer Solstice Hike
8378 Highway 14 E, Eyota, MN
Time: 9:00 a.m. & 6:00 p.m.
Cost: A $5.00 vehicle entry permit is required. An annual vehicle permit can be purchased for $25.00. Free vehicle entry for the day with a Rochesterfest Button.
Details: Hike the 2.4-mile Dam Overlook Trail and learn the history and facts behind Chester Woods Park dam and Bear Creek reservoir. This is a great opportunity to view the abundance of wildlife throughout the woodlands and prairies. Bring a sack lunch and enjoy a picnic at the Dam Overlook. Special accommodations can be made for senior participants by calling the Park Staffr at 507-287-2624. Meet at the boat ramp.
Sponsor: Olmsted County Parks Department and Friends of Chester Woods
Minnesota Disc Dog Club - Frisbee Dog Championship
Location: Soldiers Field West
Time: Noon
Cost: Free
Details: High flying dogs catching frisbees. Family friendly event. Bring a chair and enjoy the best canine athletics in the state
Web: http://MNdiscdog.com
Sponsor: Best for Pets FKPS.com
Past Results:
2007
Freestyle: Andrew Yori and Wallace
Toss and Catch: Melissa Lamere and Tag
2006
Freestyle: Joshua Grenell and Wazee
Toss and Catch: Joshua Grenell and Wazee
Walking Tour of Historic Crawford Homes on Pill Hill
Time: 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
Cost: $10.00 with a Rochesterfest Button
Advance registration and payment required
Call the History Center 507-282-9447
Sponsor: History Center of Olmsted County
Monday, June 22
Treasure Hunt
This year's treasure is a medallion, hidden somewhere in the city of Rochester, on public property (but not on a golf course, cemetery or any private property). It is in plain sight. Find the treasure and win $500.00 Extra clue at Trade Mart Furniture Center
Sponsor: Trade Mart Furniture Center
Food Vendors
Location: Civic Center Drive SE
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Monday through Wednesday
11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. Thursday through Saturday
31 Great Food Vendors
Noontime Entertainment
Location: Civic Center Drive Stage
Time: 11:30 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.
Details: "After School Special"
Sponsor: Heartland Tours
PossAbilities Ice Cream Social
Location: Central Park, 1st Ave & 2nd St. NW
Time: 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Cost: Food & games
Details: Ice Cream Social with carnival games, music and food. Music by Rochester Big Band
On the web:
www.possabilities.org
Sponsors: Home Federal Bank, Kemps, Thrivent Financial for Lutherans & Thrivent Community - Rochester Group
Police Dunk Tank
Location: Downtown by Civic Theater
Time: 5:00 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Cost: Donation for ill officers staying at Town Hall Estates
Details: Local law enforcement and other celebrities to be dunked
Red Cross
310 14th St SE
6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
First Aid Class
$5.00 discount with a Rochesterfest Button
Pepsi Teen Night
Location: Civic Center Drive Stage
Time: 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Details: JM Heat Hip Hop Dance Team. See the bands Darris Villar, Sarah Tones Dream, and the Anytime. Midwest Skate Park Skateboard Demo 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Rock Out "Battle of the Bands", six groups will perform. Sign up to win a trip to New York City
Sponsor: Pepsi, Media sponsors: ABC News 6, KROC AM/FM
Tuesday, June 23
Treasure Hunt
Catch the clues on local media, find the treasure and win $500.00. Extra clue at Trade Mart Furniture Center
Sponsor: Trade Mart Furniture Center
Food Vendors
Location: Civic Center Drive SE
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Million $ Hole In One Golf Shoot Out
Location: Hadley Creek Golf Learning Center
48th Street & Hadley Valley Road N.E. (formerly Hawthorne Hills Golf Learning Center)
2441 Hadley Valley Road
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Cost: $6.00 for 5 shots, 1 free ball for each $6.00 spent with a Rochesterfest Button
Details:Top qualifiers in two sessions per day advance to Championship Shoot Out. A hole in one during Championship wins $1,000,000, otherwise closest to the pin wins $1,000. Putting contest daily with final Putt Off awarding prizes
Sponsors: Sterling State Bank, Media sponsors KTTC TV, Laser 101.7
Red Cross
Location: Under Downtown Tent
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
CPR/AED demonstration during noontime
Noontime Entertainment
Location: Civic Center Drive Stage
Time: 11:30 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.
Details: Kubat's Polka Promotion Presents
Sponsor: Heartland Tours
Fishing Contest
Location: Foster Arend Beach,
37th Street & East River Road
Time: 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Details: For ages up to 15. Win prizes, bring your own pole
Sponsor: Park & Recreation Department
Police Dunk Tank
Location: Downtown by Civcic Theater
Time: 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Cost: Donation for ill officers staying at Town Hall Estates
Details: Local law enforcement and other celebrities to be dunked
Rochester Concert Band
Location: Civic Center Drive Stage
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Details: Featuring the Rochester Concert Band
Conducted by Chuck Blattner
Cost: Free will offering
Bring your lawn chair and enjoy the music!
Sponsor: Riverside Concerts
Celebrity Game Night
Location:Civic Center Drive Stage
Time: 8:00 pm
Details: Play Beat the Clock and Match Game. Join the fun and win Prizes. Celebrity guests and audience participation
Sponsor: MLT Group
Media Sponsor: Fox 47 TV
Wednesday, June 24
Treasure Hunt
Location: Have you found it yet?
Details: Track the elusive Treasure and win $500! Extra clue at Trade Mart Furniture Center
Sponsor: Trade Mart Furniture Center
Food Vendors
Location: Civic Center Drive SE
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
31 Great Food Vendors
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Location: Public Library Auditorium
Time: 9:30 am - 9:00 pm
Unusual and Special Book Sale
Location: Public Library Entry, near the mural
Time: 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Sponsor: Friends of the Library
Million $ Hole in One Golf Shoot Out
Location: Hadley Creek Golf Learning Center
48th Street & Hadley Valley Road N.E.
Time: 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Details: 5 balls for $6.00, extra ball with Rochesterfest Button. See listing on Tuesday
Noontime Entertainment
Location: Civic Center Drive Stage
Time: 11:30 a.m. - 12:50 p.m.
Details: Tony Brown & Friends
Sponsor: Heartland Tours
"10 Who Make A Difference"
Location: Civic Center Drive Stage
Time: 1:00 pm
Sponsors: KTTC-TV & United Way of Olmsted County Volunteer Center
Walking Tour of Historic Crawford Homes on Pill Hill
Time: 2:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m.
Cost: $10.00 and a Rochesterfest Button
Advance registration and payment required
Call the History Center of Olmsted County at 507-282-9447
Sponsor: History Center of Olmsted County
Police Dunk Tank
Location: Downtown by Civic Theater
Time: 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Cost: Donation for ill officers staying at Town Hall Estates
Details: Local law enforcement and other celebrities to be dunked
Rochester Kiwanis Parent/Child Free Fair
Location: 1st Street SE 100 block
Time: 4:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Details: Moonwalk, ball crawl, a-maze-ing Castle, merry-go-round, sand table, "Building something Together with Lowes, Drawing for 2 bicycles from WalMart for children 8 yeaers old and under
Sponsors: Kiwanis - Wells Fargo Hockey Tournament, Wal-Mart, Lowes
Rochesterfest Fiddle Contest
Location: Civic Center Drive Stage
Time: 5:00 p.m.
Details: Fiddle contest for all ages. To register in advance and for information
call 507-292-0576
Family Fun Night
Location: Civic Center Drive SE
Time: 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Details: Hoop Shoot with prizes, Train rides on Civic Center circle, Fire Department "put out a fire", Jumping Jacks, Police dunk tank, Obstacle course, Hen and Chicks Storyteller, Words Players, children's Museum fun, Noodles & Co. jewelry making, Beanbag toss, sack races, Crafts, Kids ID, face painting
Sponsor: Verizon Wireless
Media Sponsor: KTTC TV
Thursday, June 25
Treasure Hunt
Location: Has it been found yet?
Details: Track the elusive Treasure and win $500!
Sponsor: Trade Mart Furniture Center
Food Vendors
Location: Civic Center Drive SE
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
31 Great Food Vendors
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Location: Public Library Auditorium
Time: 9:30 am - 7:00 pm
Sponsor: Friends of the Library
Million $ Hole in One Golf Shoot Out
Location: Hadley Creek Golf Learning Center
48th Street & Hadley Valley Road NE
Time: 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Details: 5 balls for $6.00, extra ball with Rochesterfest Button. See Tuesday listing
Thursdays on First & Third Summer Market & Music Festival
Location: Peace Plaza & First Ave
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.
June 11 - Suptember 10, 11:00 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Red Cross
Location: Under the downtown tent
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Details: CPR/AED demonstration
Thrivent Builds with Habitat for Humanity
Location: Parking lot at 1st St SE & 1st Ave SE
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Details: Step inside, be inspired, fight poverty housing in our community. Multimedia exhibit, kid's activities, nail pounding contest, hammer swing, free give aways and more.
On the web: www.thriventbuilds.com
Noontime Entertainment
Location: Civic Center Drive Stage
Time: Noon - 1:15 p.m.
Details: "Swing Street"
Sponsor: Heartland Tours
Nickel Carnival
Location: Graham Arena, Olmsted Country Fairgrounds
Time: 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Details: Fun games for kids! Games cost a nickel.
Sponsor: Park & Recreation Department
Police Dunk Tank
Location: Downtown by Civic Theater
Time: 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Cost: Donation for ill officers staying at Town Hall Estates
Details: Local law enforcement and other celebrities to be dunked
kidDISCO
Location: Rochester Art Center
40 Civic Center Drive SE
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Cost: $3.00 per child, adults free
Details: $1.00 Discount with Rochesterfest Button
Costumes, lights, music and art...kid Didco! Children must be accompanied by an adult. It's a dance party for the whole family. Prizes will be awarded. Create masks and screenprint their own kidDisco logo t-shirts. For information visit www.rochesterartcenter.org
Sponsor: Rochester Art Center
Country Night
Location: Civic Center Drive Stage
Time: 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Beer garden opens at noon.
Details: Featuring "Marshall Star Band ", a high energy, crowd-pleasing country-rock band from Eau Claire WI.
Web: www.marshallstar.com
Sponsor: Canadian Honker Restaurant & Catering
Beer garden sponsor: Budweiser
Media sponsors: FOX 47 TV, & KWWK Quick Country 96.5 FM
Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Presented by the Honors Choirs of Southeast Minnesota
Location: Autumn Ridge Church, 3611 Salem Road SW
Time: 8:00 p.m.
Cost: Patrons $25, Preferred $18 & $10, General $12, & $8
$1.00 discount with Rochesterfest Button
Web: www.honorschoirs.org
Hot Air Balloon "Moonglow"
Location: Badger Ridge Park N.W.
Time: Dusk
Friday, June 26
Million $ Hole in One Golf Shoot Out
Location: Hadley Creek Golf Learning Center
48th Street & Hadley Valley Road NE (formerly Hawthorn Hills Golf Leaning Center)
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Championship to follow
Details: 5 balls for $6.00 See listing on Tuesday
Thrivent Builds with Habitat for Humanity
Location: Parking lot at 1st St SE & 1st Ave SE
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Step inside, be inspired, fight poverty housing in our community. Multimedia exhibit, kid's activities, nail pounding contest, hammer swing, free give aways and more.
On the web: www.thriventbuilds.com
Food Vendors
Location: Civic Center Drive SE
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
31 Great Food Vendors
Noontime Entertainment
Location: Civic Center Drive Stage
Time: 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Details: The Hillbilly Swing Kings
Sponsor: Heartland Tours
Jolly Jumpz Inflatable Fun Zone
Location: Grassy area in front of Civic Theater
Time: 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Details: $1.00 per ticket, Rochesterfest Button special 12 tickets for $10.00
Police Dunk Tank
Location: Downtown by Civic Theater
Time: 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Cost: Donation for ill officers staying at Town Hall Estates
Details: Local law enforcement and other celebrities to be dunked
Grand Parade
Location: Click here for parade route
Time: 6:15 pm start
Details: Over 100 units! The Ambassadors from Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce put on the Parade.
Sponsor: THINK Mutual Bank
Media sponsor: KTTC TV
Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Presented by the Honors Choirs of Southeast Minnesota
Location: Autumn Ridge Church, 3611 Salem Road SW
Time: 8:00 p.m.
Cost: Patrons $25, Preferred $18 & $10, General $12, & $8
$1.00 discount with Rochesterfest Button
Web: www.honorschoirs.org
Fabulous Friday Night Dance
Location: Civic Center Drive Stage
Time: 8:00 p.m. - 12:30 a.m.
Details: "Annie Lawler & Wheel House" 5-member band plays, sings a mix of country, folk and blues.
On the web: www.annie-wheelhouse.com
Sponsor: Saturn of Rochester
Budweiser Beer Garden opens at 4:00 p.m.
Media Sponsors: KTTC TV and Laser 101.7 KRCH-FM, 102.5 "The Fox" KMFX-FM, "The Fan" AM 1270 KWEB
Saturday, June 27
Country Breakfast on the Farm
Location: Shea Dairy, 10240 Viola Road NE, Viola, MN(12 miles NE on County Road 2)
Time: 6:30 am - 11:30 a.m.
Cost: Adults $5.00, Ages 5 - 12 is $3.00 and under 5 is free. Tickets available at the Rochesterfest Information Booth June 23 - 27 or at the Farm
Details: Buses starting at 6:15 am from SW corner of Century High School
Free ride with one person in your group having a Rochesterfest Button. Buttons will be available at the Bus.
Pancake breakfast, horse drawn wagon rides, petting zoo and educational and machinery exhibits. Handicap and regular restrooms available.
Sponsored by Rochester Ag Committee, Olmsted County Farm Bureau Federation
Red Cross - CPR/AED ADULT, CHILD INFANT
Location: Red Cross Office 310 14th St SE
Time: 8:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Get Your Rear in Gear 5K Run/Walk
Location: Mayo Civic Center Circle
Time: 7:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Cost:$25.00 Adults, $12.00 children
Details: the event raisesfunds for colorectal cancer awareness, screening and support programs in the Rochester area.
Thrivent Builds with Habitat for Humanity
Location: Parking lot at 1st St SE & 1st Ave SE
Time: All day
Step inside, be inspired, fight poverty housing in our community. Multimedia exhibit, kid's activities, nail pounding contest, hammer swing, free give aways.
On the web: www.thriventbuilds.com
Rochester Has Talent
Location: Civic Center Drive and under Tent
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $20.00 entry fee for Four Person Jigsaw Puzzle competition, Wait Staff Races and Bartender Flair. Please see registration form at www.rochesterfest.com/talent-show-signup.php
Details:
10:00 a.m. Seven foot long murals for kids to color.
10:00 a.m. Four person Jigsaw Puzzle Contest - put together 500 piece puzzle in an hour - prizes.
11:30 a.m. Talent Show - sign up and perform your unique talent.
Wait Staff Races - sign up to race the course in the fastest time, and spill the least - prizes. Bartender Flair - sign up to show off your talent mixing drinks - prizes. Select "registration form" on web page
Sponsor: Best Western Soldiers Field
Puzzle sponsor: Games by James
Rochester Kennel Club presents K9 Karnival
Location: Mayo Park (behind Mayo Civic Center)
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Details: Agility and rally demonstrations, games for dogs with prizes,
Pet photographer, Search & rescue,
grooming demonstrations, vendors, dog treats
Training classes
Sponsors: Rochester Kennel Club, Rochester Feed & Country Store, Crystal Image Pet Photographer
Dachshund Dash
Location: Mayo Park (behind Mayo Civic Center)
Time: Noon - Registration/check in - Races 1:00 p.m.
Advance registration preferred, but will accept registration day of event
Cost: $5.00 per dog. All proceeds benefit Paws & Claws.
Call the Rochesterfest Office at 507-285-8769 for registration form.
Rochester Water Ski Show
Location: Foster Arend Park
Time: 4:00 p.m.
Details: A water ski thrill show. Show skiing is unique to the Midwest. This year RWS celebrates 50 years!
On the web: www.rochesterwaterskishow.com
Zumbro River Community Festival
Location: Camp Victory, 5812 403 Ave, Zumbro Falls
Time: 4:00 p.m.- 10:30 p.m.
Details: Free event featuring carnival, live music, silent auction, canoe race and fireworks
Sponsor: Camp Victory Ministries
Police Dunk Tank
Location: Downtown by Civic Theater
Time: 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Cost: Donation for ill officers staying at Town Hall Estates
Details: Local law enforcement and other celebrities to be dunked
Street Dance
Location: Civic Center Drive SE & 1st Street SE
Time: 7:00 p.m. admissiion will be charged
Music begins at 8:00 p.m. - midnight
Details: Featuring "Chester Bay" popular Minnesota, Wisconsin rock band with two members from Rochester and two from Green Bay
On the web: www.myspace.com/chesterbay
Cost: $5.00 or FREE with a Rochesterfest Button
Budweiser Beer Garden opens at noon
Sponsor: Treasure Island Resort and Casino
Media Sponsor: KTTC TV
Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Location: Autumn Ridge Church, 3611 Salem road SW
Time: 8:00 p.m.
Cost: Patrons $25, Preferred $18 & $10, General $12 & $8
$1.00 Discount with a Rochesterfest Button
On the web: www.honorschoirs.org
Sunday, June 28
2nd Annual Hy-Vee Rochesterfest Triathlon
Location: Foster Arend Park
37th St & East River Rd NW
Time: 8:00 a.m.
Call 507-367-2335 or visit www.WINMultisportEvents.com
Olympic and Sprint courses, $3,000 purse, 600 plus entrants, participants from over 10 states
www.WINMultisportEvents.com
$1.00 off post race lunch with a Rochesterfest Button
Sponsors: Hy-Vee, Rochester Family YMCA, Fox Country 102.5
4th Annual Rochesterfest Tri-Club Auto Show & Swap Meet
Location: South Mayo Park 401 4th St SE
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Cost:$4.00 Adults, children free with a paid adult.
$1.00 off with a Rochesterfest Button
On the web: www.autoswalk.com/event/4922
Sponsors: Heartland Tire, McNelus Steel, Anderson Sandblasting
Walking Tour of Crawford Homes
A Walk on Pill Hill
Time: 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
Cost:
Call the History Center 507-282-9447
Sponsors: Heritage Preservation Committee, History Center of Olmsted County
Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Presented by the Honors Choirs of Southeast Minnesota
Location: Autumn Ridge Church
Time: 2:00 p.m.
Cost: Tickets
Tickets available online at www.HonorsChoirs.org or by calling 507-252-0505
Web: www.honorschoirs.org
1860s Baseball
Location: History Center of Olmsted County
1165 West Circle Drive
Time: 4:30 pm
Cost: 2 Bits (25 cents)
Details: 1860s baseball rules, period uniforms using replica bats and balls.
Hens vs Chicks ladies exhibition followed by Roosters vs. Royals/Blues
Concessions available, raffle drawing need not be present to win.
Sponsors: Automotive Recyclers, KROC-AM, US Bank