Upcoming events
AM Espresso
This month, we're excited to host AM Espresso at the Boys & Girls Club, in collaboration with Supporting Strategies! The Boys & Girls Club of Rochester MN is dedicated to transforming the lives of young people, empowering them to become productive, responsible, and caring community members. Supporting Strategies offers innovative bookkeeping and controller services, utilizing a blend of people, processes, and cloud-based technology to deliver unparalleled solutions. Don't miss this opportunity to network, support local businesses, and learn more about these impactful organizations!
A Chair Affair 2025
We have a chair for you at A Chair Affair 2025 on Saturday, February 22nd. Widely regarded as the city's most prestigious black-tie social event, selling out over 500 tickets each year, A Chair Affair has raised millions of dollars for Rochester youth in need.
Learn more at www.achairaffair.org.
A Chair Affair
The sublime and seductive await you at A Chair Affair 2024. Smoky jazz. Beguiling entertainment. Surprises and delights. New Orleans-inspired cuisine. An auction to awaken your desires, and of course, the gala's namesake, artisan-made chairs. All tickets include admission to the After Party with live music at The Social in the Hilton.
We have a chair for you at A Chair Affair 2024 on Saturday, February 24. Widely regarded as the city's most prestigious black-tie social event, selling out over 500 tickets each year, A Chair Affair has raised millions of dollars for Rochester youth in need.
Secure your tickets here. Learn more at www.achairaffair.org.
Youth of the Year 2024
This event is free to the public, and all are welcome to attend!
The Boys & Girls Club of Rochester presents our 2024 Youth of the Year Competition at the Rochester Civic Theatre.
Now in its 77th year, the Youth of the Year program honors our nation’s most awe-inspiring young people on their path to great futures. Club members who earn the Youth of the Year title embody the values of leadership service; academic excellence; and healthy lifestyles. Youth of the Year candidates are judged based on categories of written essays, panel interviews, and public speaking.
Competition begins at 5:30 pm.
Fore the Kids Golf Scramble, 2nd Annual
Calling all golfers! Your clubs can help our Boys & Girls Club. Now entering its second year, Fore the Kids golf scramble is sure to be a hoot. It will be a day of fun and camaraderie on the greens in support of Boys & Girls Club programs and services that benefit Rochester youth.
Presented by PrimeSource Funding
Rising Stars Talent Showcase
This is one variety talent show you won’t forget! Spend an evening enjoying performances from Club’s very own youth. Refreshments after the show are included.
A Chair Affair
A Chair Affair returns to the Hilton Rochester Mayo Clinic on Saturday, February 25, 2023. Widely regarded as the city's most prestigious black-tie social event, selling out over 500 tickets each year, A Chair Affair has raised millions of dollars for Rochester youth in need.
This year promises an elevated experience for guests, including alluring entertainment, scrupulously curated VIP benefits, an epicurean menu by J. Powers, extraordinary luxury auction packages, and the gala's namesake, artisan-made chairs.
Tickets go on sale January 2, 2023. Visit the event website at www.achairaffair.org to learn more.
Youth of the YEar 2023
This event is free to the public, and all are welcome to attend!
The Boys & Girls Club of Rochester presents our 2023 Youth of the Year Competition, this year at the Historic Chateau Theatre!
Now in its 76th year, the Youth of the Year program honors our nation’s most awe-inspiring young people on their path to great futures. Club members who earn the Youth of the Year title embody the values of leadership service; academic excellence; and healthy lifestyles. Youth of the Year candidates are judged based on categories of written essays, panel interviews, and public speaking.
Competition begins at 5:30pm. Refreshments to follow.
Breakfast of champions
Join us before work for breakfast, coffee, and celebration!
Club will recognize our sustaining sponsors and hear from Board Member & Club alumni Matthew Horace as well as Club alumna & former Youth of the Year Rosalind Moore.
Presenting Sponsor: Knutson Construction
Media Sponsor: KIMT News 3
Chili Challenge 2022
Skip the line! PURCHASE TICKETS NOW.
Chili Challenge is back and better than ever! Join us for an evening of chili and brews and bands at the Riverfront Plaza in downtown Rochester. Local businesses and restaurants will all have their chili ready for you to try. Rank your favorites and at the end of the night, a winner will be announced. Kid-friendly food will be served by the Boys & Girls Club of Rochester. Family Games & Activities (Cornhole, face painting, giant bubbles, yard games) will be available for all kids & those young at heart.
Homebrewers from across town will have samples for you to try & vote on (sample them all!). Purchase additional pints from your favorite local breweries: Little Thistle Brewing, LTS Brewing Company, and Chaotic Good Brewing Company.
Listen to live music!
Opening Act: Tony Cuchetti 5:30 - 6:30pm
Headliner: Good Morning Bedlam 7:00 - 8:30pm
$20 General Chili Tasting Admission
$30 Chili and Brew Tasting Admission
$5 Youth 12 & Younger Admission
Mark your calendar and come with an empty belly. Proceeds benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Rochester.
Presenting Sponsor: Continuum Financial Group. Stage Sponsor: Kraus-Anderson. Kids Healthy Lifestyles Activities Sponsor: Olmsted Medical Center. Proceeds benefit Boys & Girls Club of Rochester.
FORE THE KIDS GOLF SCRAMBLE
Calling all golfers! Your clubs can help our Boys & Girls Club. Presented by PrimeSource Funding, the 1st annual Fore the Kids golf scramble is fast approaching. It will be a day of fun and camaraderie on the greens in support of Boys & Girls Club programs and services that benefit Rochester youth. Highlights include:
18 holes of golf sponsored by your local Rochester businesses and organizations
Fun contests at select holes along the course
Dinner from Corona's Tacos
Snacks, Goodie Bags, T-Shirts, Mega Raffle Prizes!
No skill is required. Register as an individual, a duo, or as a four-person team.
Registrations are tax-deductible.
Marcus Sherels Pop-Up Vaccination Event
Meet former MN Viking Marcus Sherels at Boys & Girls Club for a drop-in vaccine clinic provided by the MN Department of Health. The first 30 attendees to get a vaccine will receive an autographed NFL football. Activities for the entire family. Giveaways every hour, with a grand prize Apple iPad 8.2. Games and activities for the kids. Mayo Clinic physicians will be on hand to answer questions and provide vaccine education.
Youth of the YEAR
Hear from our amazing teen Youth of the Year candidates as they share their inspiring stories about how Club has changed their lives. One of them will be announced as the 2022 Youth of the Year!