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Rochy market kicks off long weekend

Big smiles: Azalea Solomano-Keyzer was one of the many who came to check out Rochester’s Easter Twilight Market. As a special treat she got to get her arm painted. Photos: Aidan Briggs Photo by Aidan Briggs

A special market took place in Rochester last Thursday night, giving everyone the chance to get an early start on Easter celebrations.

The twilight market had a range of kids’ activities available, including an Easter egg hunt and a jumping castle. For older visitors, there was a beer garden and the chance to pick up last-minute Easter gifts.

There were more than 35 stalls at the Rochester Racecourse Recreation Reserve (4Rs), with each one showcasing different homemade or homegrown goods to sell.

Sweet sounds: Joshua Parker performed at the Easter market last Thursday night. It was an exciting way for Rochy to kick off the long weekend and welcome visitors. Photo by Aidan Briggs
Explorers: As part of the Easter market, kids were invited to take part in an egg hunt. They took their decorated Easter basket and worked hard to find the eggs to go in them. Photo by Aidan Briggs
Matching bunnies: Two people excited for Easter were Indi and Chase Baumann, who came along to the Easter market. They loved showing off their bunny ears and taking part in the Easter egg hunt. Photo by Aidan Briggs
Fun for all: Rochester residents came out on Thursday evening to support a special market celebrating Easter. The market had more than 35 stalls of homemade and homegrown goods, as well as an Easter egg hunt and jumping castle for kids. Photo by Aidan Briggs