Rochester Life and Times: Weekly Roundup for August 20–26, 2025

Rochester Life and Times brings you the latest happenings and forecasts for the week of August 20–26, 2025.

 

Weather at a Glance

 

Wednesday, August 20: Cool with occasional rain and drizzle. High: 64°F (18°C), Low: 48°F (9°C).

 

Thursday, August 21: Pleasant with sun and some clouds. High: 74°F (23°C), Low: 50°F (10°C).

 

Friday, August 22: Sun through high clouds. High: 84°F (29°C), Low: 52°F (11°C).

 

Saturday, August 23: Plenty of sun. High: 86°F (30°C), Low: 55°F (13°C).

 

Sunday, August 24: Mostly cloudy and more humid. High: 81°F (27°C), Low: 63°F (17°C).

 

Monday, August 25: Mostly cloudy and humid with a little rain. High: 76°F (25°C), Low: 59°F (15°C).

 

Tuesday, August 26: Partly sunny with a thunderstorm in parts of the area in the afternoon. High: 79°F (26°C), Low: 55°F (13°C).

 

Local Events & Happenings

 

Wednesday, August 20

 

Mica’s Groove Train performs at the Concert on the Common series, 6:00–7:30 PM at Rochester Common. Enjoy a mix of blues, R&B, pop, soft rock, funk/soul, and reggae. 

 

Friday–Saturday, August 22–23

 

American–Canadian Tour Races at White Mountain Motorsports Park in North Woodstock. Experience high-octane stock car racing action. 

 

Saturday, August 23

 

LILA Dance Festival 2025 at Rochester Commons. A day filled with vibrant dance performances celebrating diverse cultures. 

 

Tuesday, August 26

 

Family Film Fest: The Goonies at Rochester Opera House, 6:00 PM. Enjoy this classic adventure film suitable for all ages. 

Artificial Intelligence Talk by Professor Wheeler Rumi from UNH, 6:00–7:00 PM at the Rochester Public Library Community Room. Gain insights into the evolving world of AI.

 

Around Spaulding High

 

Fall sports practices are in full swing—football, soccer, and cross country are underway.

 

Back-to-school orientation and registration run this week.

 

Food & Drink Specials

 

Revolution Taproom & Grill

 

Happy Hour: Wednesday–Friday, 3–6 PM ($6 specials)

 

Thursdays: “Cash is King” – 20% off if you pay with cash

 

Sundays: Buy one pizza, get the second at 50% off

 

The Brunch Club (new at The Ridge Marketplace)

 

Happy Hour: Daily, 3–5 PM (mocktails $1 off, draft beer $2 off, $5 mimosas & wines, $6 apps)

 

Thursday Night: “Girl Dinner” – fun snack plates and small bites

 

Outdoor Pick of the Week

 

Pickering Ponds Trail – Easy, family-friendly trails with views of ponds, birds, and marshland. Perfect for sunny Friday or Saturday outings.

 

Community Note

 

Rochester’s PorchFest is coming up in September—live music all across downtown. Mark your calendar! 

 

That’s your week in Rochester: a mix of sunny skies, school events, tasty dining, and a movie classic to close things out.