New Rochesterfest Chairperson Named, Promises ‘New Experiences for Everyone’
Rochester, MN (KROC AM News) - The chairperson of 2020 Rochesterfest was announced Wednesday during a ceremony at City Hall.
Succeeding 2019 Chairperson Kristine Ihrke is Judy Braatz, a longtime city resident with strong ties to the business community.
Braatz announced the theme will be “2020: New Experiences for Everyone.”
Braatz says most of this year’s events will once again take place at Soldiers Field Park, which will feature a new activation area.
Braatz also officially launched the Rochesterfest button logo contest. Rochesterfest will run from June 20 - 28th.
News update: Rochester police stop a suicide attempt.
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