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Welcome to Rockford Buzz, your one-stop directory for all the exciting food and drink events happening in the vibrant city of Rockford! We have curated a comprehensive list of beer and wine tastings, special dinner events, new menu releases, and much more - all with a strong focus on locally owned businesses in the greater Rockford area. Our aim is to showcase the culinary treasures and unique experiences that make Rockford IL a true food lover's paradise.

At Rockford Buzz, we understand that the charm of Rockford lies in its local flavor, and that's why we have dedicated ourselves to promoting independent restaurants, bars, and eateries, helping them gain the recognition they deserve. Our platform allows you to explore the best of what Rockford IL has to offer, be it farm-to-table dining experiences, cozy gastropubs, or hidden gems offering a taste of global cuisine.

For wine enthusiasts, our directory features exclusive wine tastings and wine pairing dinners, giving you the chance to sample a range of delightful wines sourced from local vineyards or handpicked by expert sommeliers. Beer lovers can also enjoy a variety of events centered around craft breweries, tap takeovers, and beer-themed dinners, as well as opportunities to meet local brewers and learn about the art of brewing.

New menu releases are an essential part of the Rockford Buzz experience, and we take pride in sharing the latest culinary creations from Rockford's talented chefs. Whether it's a seasonal menu reflecting the best of the region's produce or a themed event offering a unique gastronomic adventure, you'll find it all right here.

But that's not all! Rockford Buzz also highlights special dinner events that showcase the diverse culinary scene in Rockford IL. From pop-up dining experiences and chef collaborations to charity dinners and food festivals, our platform ensures that you never miss out on any of the delicious happenings in town.

So, get ready to embark on a culinary journey through the heart of Rockford IL with Rockford Buzz. Your taste buds will thank you!

April Events

Embassy Suites Rockford

Embassy Suites Rockford

 Trivia at The Top - Rock Valley Pub Trivia

Tue

30

Apr

Trivia at The Top - Rock Valley Pub Trivia

8:00 PM @ Embassy Suites Rockford

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May Events

Rockford Park District

Rockford Park District

 Fun in the Sun Spring Ice Show

Fri

03

May

Fun in the Sun Spring Ice Show

6:00 PM @ Carlson Ice Arena

$5.00 - $10.00

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Rockford Park District

Rockford Park District

 Lockwood Park Opening Day

Sat

04

May

Lockwood Park Opening Day

10:00 AM @ Lockwood Park

Free - $40.00

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Rockford Park District

Rockford Park District

 Fun in the Sun Spring Ice Show

Sat

04

May

Fun in the Sun Spring Ice Show

11:00 AM @ Carlson Ice Arena

$5.00 - $10.00

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The Pottery Lounge

The Pottery Lounge

 Cinco de Mayo Themed Paint till you Faint

Sat

04

May

Cinco de Mayo Themed Paint till you Faint

7:30 PM @ The Pottery Lounge

$5.00

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Salt+Sol

Salt+Sol

 Cinco de Mayo Party

Sun

05

May

Cinco de Mayo Party

10:00 AM @ Salt+Sol

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The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

 Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

Sun

05

May

Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

10:00 AM @ The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

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Katie’s Cup

Katie’s Cup

 Cinco De Mayo Night

Sun

05

May

Cinco De Mayo Night

4:00 PM @ Katie’s Cup

$5.00

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BMO Center

BMO Center

 Rockford IceHogs vs. Grand Rapids Griffins

Sun

05

May

Rockford IceHogs vs. Grand Rapids Griffins

4:00 PM @ BMO Center

$16.00 - $80.00

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Embassy Suites Rockford

Embassy Suites Rockford

 Trivia at The Top - Rock Valley Pub Trivia

Tue

07

May

Trivia at The Top - Rock Valley Pub Trivia

8:00 PM @ Embassy Suites Rockford

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Historic Auto Attractions

Historic Auto Attractions

 Cruise Night

Wed

08

May

Cruise Night

5:00 PM @ Historic Auto Attractions

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RBI / Bourbon Street Lounge

RBI / Bourbon Street Lounge

 Karaoke & DJ

Thu

09

May

Karaoke & DJ

7:00 PM @ RBI / Bourbon Street Lounge

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Lucha Cantina

Lucha Cantina

 Lucha Cantina First Friday Comedy Nite

Fri

10

May

Lucha Cantina First Friday Comedy Nite

7:30 PM @ Lucha Cantina

$10.00

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Rockford Public Library

Rockford Public Library

 Snarky Cross Stitch Club

Sat

11

May

Snarky Cross Stitch Club

10:00 AM @ Rockford Public Library

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Midway Village Museum

Midway Village Museum

 Rockford Peaches Play Date in The Victorian Village

Sat

11

May

Rockford Peaches Play Date in The Victorian Village

12:00 PM @ Midway Village Museum

Free - $14.00

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Historic Auto Attractions

Historic Auto Attractions

 It's Mom's Day to Wine

Sat

11

May

It's Mom's Day to Wine

6:00 PM @ Historic Auto Attractions

$45.00 - $80.00

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Screw City Tavern

Screw City Tavern

 Screw City Tavern Presents Rollin Whiskey

Sat

11

May

Screw City Tavern Presents Rollin Whiskey

8:00 PM @ Screw City Tavern

Free

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Screw City Tavern

Screw City Tavern

 Mother's Day Brunch @ Screw City Tavern

Sun

12

May

Mother's Day Brunch @ Screw City Tavern

9:00 AM @ Screw City Tavern

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The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

 Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

Sun

12

May

Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

10:00 AM @ The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

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Franchesco’s Ristorante

Franchesco’s Ristorante

 Mother's Day Brunch

Sun

12

May

Mother's Day Brunch

10:00 AM @ Franchesco’s Ristorante

$22.00 - $48.00

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Lino’s

Lino’s

 Lino's Mother's Day

Sun

12

May

Lino's Mother's Day

11:00 AM @ Lino’s

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Embassy Suites Rockford

Embassy Suites Rockford

 Trivia at The Top - Rock Valley Pub Trivia

Tue

14

May

Trivia at The Top - Rock Valley Pub Trivia

8:00 PM @ Embassy Suites Rockford

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Coronado Performing Arts Center

Coronado Performing Arts Center

 Screw City Block Party

Fri

17

May

Screw City Block Party

4:00 PM @ BMO Center

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The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

 Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

Sun

19

May

Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

10:00 AM @ The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

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Embassy Suites Rockford

Embassy Suites Rockford

 Trivia at The Top - Rock Valley Pub Trivia

Tue

21

May

Trivia at The Top - Rock Valley Pub Trivia

8:00 PM @ Embassy Suites Rockford

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Katie’s Cup

Katie’s Cup

 Katie's Cup Golf Outing

Wed

22

May

Katie's Cup Golf Outing

7:30 AM @ Timber Pointe Golf Club

$100.00

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Rockford Public Library

Rockford Public Library

 Snarky Cross Stitch Club

Sat

25

May

Snarky Cross Stitch Club

10:00 AM @ Rockford Public Library

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The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

 Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

Sun

26

May

Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

10:00 AM @ The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

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Anderson Japanese Gardens

Anderson Japanese Gardens

 Tuesday Evening in the Gardens - Paul McDonald | Tae and the Neighborly

Tue

28

May

Tuesday Evening in the Gardens - Paul McDonald | Tae and the Neighborly

5:45 PM @ Anderson Japanese Gardens

Free - $12.00

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Embassy Suites Rockford

Embassy Suites Rockford

 Trivia at The Top - Rock Valley Pub Trivia

Tue

28

May

Trivia at The Top - Rock Valley Pub Trivia

8:00 PM @ Embassy Suites Rockford

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June Events

RBI / Bourbon Street Lounge

RBI / Bourbon Street Lounge

 Eli Parker Duo

Sat

01

Jun

Eli Parker Duo

7:00 PM @ RBI / Bourbon Street Lounge

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The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

 Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

Sun

02

Jun

Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

10:00 AM @ The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

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Anderson Japanese Gardens

Anderson Japanese Gardens

 Tuesday Evening in the Gardens - Alysha Brilla | The Danhattans

Tue

04

Jun

Tuesday Evening in the Gardens - Alysha Brilla | The Danhattans

5:45 PM @ Anderson Japanese Gardens

Free - $12.00

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Embassy Suites Rockford

Embassy Suites Rockford

 Trivia at The Top - Rock Valley Pub Trivia

Tue

04

Jun

Trivia at The Top - Rock Valley Pub Trivia

8:00 PM @ Embassy Suites Rockford

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RBI / Bourbon Street Lounge

RBI / Bourbon Street Lounge

 Karaoke with Gavin Arnold

Sat

08

Jun

Karaoke with Gavin Arnold

7:00 PM @ RBI / Bourbon Street Lounge

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The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

 Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

Sun

09

Jun

Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

10:00 AM @ The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

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Anderson Japanese Gardens

Anderson Japanese Gardens

 Tuesday Evening in the Gardens - The Verve Pipe | Brett Newski Trio

Tue

11

Jun

Tuesday Evening in the Gardens - The Verve Pipe | Brett Newski Trio

5:45 PM @ Anderson Japanese Gardens

Free - $12.00

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Embassy Suites Rockford

Embassy Suites Rockford

 Trivia at The Top - Rock Valley Pub Trivia

Tue

11

Jun

Trivia at The Top - Rock Valley Pub Trivia

8:00 PM @ Embassy Suites Rockford

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Historic Auto Attractions

Historic Auto Attractions

 Cruise Night

Wed

12

Jun

Cruise Night

5:00 PM @ Historic Auto Attractions

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BMO Center

BMO Center

 Shane Gillis Live

Fri

14

Jun

Shane Gillis Live

8:00 PM @ BMO Center

$49.00 - $59.00

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The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

 Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

Sun

16

Jun

Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

10:00 AM @ The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

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Anderson Japanese Gardens

Anderson Japanese Gardens

 Tuesday Evening in the Gardens - Miles Nielsen & the Rusted Hearts | Laney Jones

Tue

18

Jun

Tuesday Evening in the Gardens - Miles Nielsen & the Rusted Hearts | Laney Jones

5:45 PM @ Anderson Japanese Gardens

Free - $12.00

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Embassy Suites Rockford

Embassy Suites Rockford

 Trivia at The Top - Rock Valley Pub Trivia

Tue

18

Jun

Trivia at The Top - Rock Valley Pub Trivia

8:00 PM @ Embassy Suites Rockford

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RBI / Bourbon Street Lounge

RBI / Bourbon Street Lounge

 Karaoke with Gavin Arnold

Sat

22

Jun

Karaoke with Gavin Arnold

7:00 PM @ RBI / Bourbon Street Lounge

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The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

 Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

Sun

23

Jun

Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

10:00 AM @ The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

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Anderson Japanese Gardens

Anderson Japanese Gardens

 Tuesday Evening in the Gardens - Kaleta & Super Yamba Band | Big Wade & Black Swan Theory

Tue

25

Jun

Tuesday Evening in the Gardens - Kaleta & Super Yamba Band | Big Wade & Black Swan Theory

5:45 PM @ Anderson Japanese Gardens

Free - $12.00

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Embassy Suites Rockford

Embassy Suites Rockford

 Trivia at The Top - Rock Valley Pub Trivia

Tue

25

Jun

Trivia at The Top - Rock Valley Pub Trivia

8:00 PM @ Embassy Suites Rockford

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The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

 Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

Sun

30

Jun

Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

10:00 AM @ The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

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July Events

Anderson Japanese Gardens

Anderson Japanese Gardens

 Tuesday Evening in the Gardens - Lola Kirke | Frank Bush & The Names

Tue

02

Jul

Tuesday Evening in the Gardens - Lola Kirke | Frank Bush & The Names

5:45 PM @ Anderson Japanese Gardens

Free - $12.00

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The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

 Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

Sun

07

Jul

Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

10:00 AM @ The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

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Anderson Japanese Gardens

Anderson Japanese Gardens

 Tuesday Evening in the Gardens - AJ Lee & Blue Summit | Gerald Dowd

Tue

09

Jul

Tuesday Evening in the Gardens - AJ Lee & Blue Summit | Gerald Dowd

5:45 PM @ Anderson Japanese Gardens

Free - $12.00

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Historic Auto Attractions

Historic Auto Attractions

 Cruise Night

Wed

10

Jul

Cruise Night

5:00 PM @ Historic Auto Attractions

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The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

 Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

Sun

14

Jul

Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

10:00 AM @ The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

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Anderson Japanese Gardens

Anderson Japanese Gardens

 Tuesday Evening in The Gardens - Bee Taylor | Emily Hurd

Tue

16

Jul

Tuesday Evening in The Gardens - Bee Taylor | Emily Hurd

5:45 PM @ Anderson Japanese Gardens

Free - $12.00

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The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

 Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

Sun

21

Jul

Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

10:00 AM @ The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

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Anderson Japanese Gardens

Anderson Japanese Gardens

 Tuesday Evening in the Gardens - The Cactus Blossoms | Whiskey farm

Tue

23

Jul

Tuesday Evening in the Gardens - The Cactus Blossoms | Whiskey farm

5:45 PM @ Anderson Japanese Gardens

Free - $12.00

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Coronado Performing Arts Center

Coronado Performing Arts Center

 Mark Normand: Ya Don't Say Tour

Fri

26

Jul

Mark Normand: Ya Don't Say Tour

7:00 PM @ Coronado Performing Arts Center

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The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

 Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

Sun

28

Jul

Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

10:00 AM @ The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

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August Events

The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

 Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

Sun

04

Aug

Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

10:00 AM @ The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

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BMO Center

BMO Center

 Alice Cooper

Wed

07

Aug

Alice Cooper

8:00 PM @ BMO Center

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The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

 Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

Sun

11

Aug

Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

10:00 AM @ The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

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Historic Auto Attractions

Historic Auto Attractions

 Cruise Night

Wed

14

Aug

Cruise Night

5:00 PM @ Historic Auto Attractions

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The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

 Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

Sun

18

Aug

Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

10:00 AM @ The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

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The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

 Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

Sun

25

Aug

Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

10:00 AM @ The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

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September Events

The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

 Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

Sun

01

Sep

Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

10:00 AM @ The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

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The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

 Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

Sun

08

Sep

Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

10:00 AM @ The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

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Historic Auto Attractions

Historic Auto Attractions

 Cruise Night

Wed

11

Sep

Cruise Night

5:00 PM @ Historic Auto Attractions

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The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

 Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

Sun

15

Sep

Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

10:00 AM @ The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

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The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

 Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

Sun

22

Sep

Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

10:00 AM @ The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

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The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

 Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

Sun

29

Sep

Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

10:00 AM @ The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

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October Events

The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

 Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

Sun

06

Oct

Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

10:00 AM @ The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

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The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

 Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

Sun

13

Oct

Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

10:00 AM @ The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

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The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

 Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

Sun

20

Oct

Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

10:00 AM @ The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

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The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

 Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

Sun

27

Oct

Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

10:00 AM @ The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

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November Events

The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

 Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

Sun

03

Nov

Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

10:00 AM @ The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

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The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

 Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

Sun

10

Nov

Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

10:00 AM @ The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

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The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

 Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

Sun

17

Nov

Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

10:00 AM @ The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

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The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

 Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

Sun

24

Nov

Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

10:00 AM @ The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

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December Events

The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

 Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

Sun

01

Dec

Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

10:00 AM @ The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

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The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

 Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

Sun

08

Dec

Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

10:00 AM @ The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

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The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

 Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

Sun

15

Dec

Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

10:00 AM @ The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

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The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

 Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

Sun

22

Dec

Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

10:00 AM @ The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

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The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

 Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

Sun

29

Dec

Brunch, Boards, and Booze at The Top

10:00 AM @ The Top Rooftop Bar & Lounge

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