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RECAP OF 2024 Rondo Block Party

Event Highlights
  • Diverse Entertainment: The event featured a mix of live performances, including local bands, solo artists and dance teams/troupes, reflecting the rich cultural diversity of the Rondo community.
  • Vendors: Over 65 vendors participated, showcasing local businesses, artisans, and nonprofits. Food trucks and pop-up eateries provided a wide range of cuisines.
  • Kidz Zone: We dedicated a large grassy area for kids and families that included face painting, bubble blowing, bounce houses, gaming truck, and many other interactive activities.
  • Community Engagement: Informational and resource booths connected attendees with local organizations and services.
  • Rondo Plaza: A greenspace lot that features benches, a stage, and 23 history panels where visitors can learn how much the City of Saint Paul and the State of Minnesota have been improved, changed, challenged, and made better by the African American experience of Rondo. Visitors to the history walk should can take note of the engraved bricks honoring Rondo under their feet. Pop-up art displays highlighted the history and heritage of the Rondo neighborhood.
  • Record-Breaking Turnout: Approximately 2,500+ attendees throughout the day, surpassing the inaugural event by 40%.
  • Broad Participation: Attendees ranged from local residents to visitors from neighboring communities, fostering inclusivity and regional interest.
  • Positive Reception: Attendees praised the variety of activities, the quality of entertainment, and the sense of community.
  • Suggestions for Improvement: Immediate feedback included requests for:
    • Additional shade and seating areas.
    • Better signage and wayfinding.
    • Enhanced accessibility for differently-abled individuals.
    • Strategic food vendor placement with shorter travel for seniors
    • Additional porta potties 

A post-event survey is available HERE to gather detailed feedback from sponsors, vendors, performers, and attendees.  

Questions will focus on:

    • Favorite Moments: What stood out to you?
    • Suggestions for Improvement: Ideas to enhance the layout, amenities, or programming.
    • New Ideas: Activities, entertainment, or features you’d love to see next in 2025.
    • Vendor and sponsor processing and placement.
    • Overall Experience: Your thoughts on how the event reflected the spirit and culture of the Rondo community.

THE SURVEY WILL CLOSE FEBRUARY 15TH

PREVIEW OF 2025 Rondo Block Party

Event Site Adjustments
  • This section will be updated based on survey results and planning team discussions
  • This section will be updated based on survey results and planning team discussions
  • This section will be updated based on survey results and planning team discussions
  • This section will be updated based on survey results and planning team discussions
  • This section will be updated based on survey results and planning team discussions

LOOKING Forward

The 3rd Annual Rondo Block Party promises to be even bigger and better, with a focus on community-driven innovation and enhanced experiences. As planning progresses, community input will remain at the forefront to ensure this beloved event continues to grow as a true celebration of Rondo’s legacy and future.

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