Family Praise and Picnic in the Park

The community is invited to the 25^th Anniversary “Family Praise and Picnic in the Park” celebration on Sunday, August 25, beginning at 11:00 AM in beautiful Rochester Municipal Park. Dress casually, bring your blanket or lawn chair, and enjoy family-friendly outdoor Worship featuring uplifting music and a message of hope. A free Picnic Lunch and Ice Cream Social plus fun-filled activities including a Photo Booth, Face-painting, Illusionist, Balloon Artists, Wheels Parade, and a Vintage Vehicle Display will follow.

All ages are invited to decorate Bikes, Trikes, Wagons, Scooters, and Strollers in patriotic colors and participate in the popular 1:15 PM. “Red, White, and Cute” Wheels Parade. All parade participants receive gifts. If you would like to exhibit your special car, truck, tractor, or motorcycle at the Vintage Vehicle Display, registration begins at 9:30 AM. There is no entry fee. Vintage vehicle exhibitors should use the Park Entrance off Griggs Street west of Rochester Road.

Event attendees should use the Pine Street Park Entrance (north of University Drive just west of Rochester Road) where parking is readily available. Shuttles are provided to transport those needing assistance to reserved seating areas. Attendees are encouraged to pick up door prize tickets at the welcome centers.

In case of inclement weather, the event will be held at the St. John Lutheran Church and School campus at 1011 W. University Drive. Please get in touch with 248-402-8000 or stjohnrochester.org for additional information.