Holiday Tree Lighting - 2023

Celebrate the Holiday Season in Downtown Rochester!

Join the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce as they present the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony to begin the holiday season.

Watch as the magical downtown tree is lit for the first time for the 2023 holiday season. Those who attend will also enjoy many other festivities throughout the evening.

Reading of the Night Before Christmas 
Lighting of the Christmas Tree
Caroling and Dance Performances 
Cookies & hot chocolate, provided by Potter's House Bakery & Cafe
Cookie Decorating 
Collection for the Homeless 
A visit with Santa Claus 
and more! 

HOLIDAY COLLECTION FOR THE HOMELESS CENTER FOR STRAFFORD COUNTY
The following items are needed this year, and can be dropped off at the Tree Lighting event (look for the red collection sleigh, in the park area next to the Parson Main statue), or at the Chamber office until December 15, 2023. The Chamber office hours are: Monday - Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm.

 

Advil
Allergy meds/Benadryl
Antibiotic ointment
Children's Tylenol
Cold medicine (adult and children)
Cotton balls
Napkins
Rubbing Alcohol
Paper towels
Peroxide
Powdered Creamer
Sugar
Sweet ‘n’ Low / Equal / Splenda
Tissues
Toilet Paper
Trash Bags
Tylenol

For more information on the Holiday Tree Lighting or Collection for the Homeless, please contact the Chamber office at 603-332-5080 or email events@rochesternh.org.


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