Preparing the outdoor event space for thousands of staff members requires some temporary road and parking lot closures:  

Downtown 
The North End of 1st Ave SW from West Center St to Peace Plaza with be closed from 6:00 a.m. Friday, Oct. 10, through Tuesday, Oct. 14 at 5:00 p.m.

1st Ave SW between 2nd St. SW and 4th St SW will be closed from 6:00 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 12, through Tuesday, Oct. 14 at 1 a.m. Access remains on 1st Ave SW from 4th St SW up to 3rd Street Ramp entrance.

1st Ave SW between 2nd St SW and Peace Plaza will be reduced to one lane for Marriott access from 6:00 a.m. Monday, Oct. 13, through that evening at 8:30 p.m.

Saint Marys 
Lot 33 on the Saint Marys Campus will be closed from Thursday afternoon, Oct. 9, through Tuesday, Oct. 14 at 5:00pm.

Details coming soon!

As part of our ongoing dedication to patient, employee, and community well-being, a portion of the event will support charitable initiatives aimed at improving access to healthcare, enhancing patient care, as well as supporting our local Rochester community. There will be several activities you will be able to participate in to contribute to the following charities:

• Spirit of Caring Fund 
• Poverello Fund 
• Hope Lodge 
• Ronald McDonald House 
• Gift of Life Transplant House

Food and beverages will be served from 11 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. 

Menu 
Feast on hickory-smoked turkey and tender Kansas City-style beef brisket, slow-cooked to perfection. Served alongside a vibrant garden pasta salad bursting with fresh vegetables, golden honey-butter cornbread fresh from the oven, and a warm, cinnamon-kissed apple crumble that’s the perfect sweet finish.
 

Dietary Restrictions 
A tent at each location will have specialty meals for those with dietary restrictions (i.e. Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Halal and Kosher). A chef will be available in this tent for additional questions related to dietary restrictions.

Enter the raffle and be eligible to win one of our grand prizes!

As we come together to celebrate at our upcoming appreciation events, let's also take a moment to express our gratitude for one another. 

Staff who send an Above and Beyond Recognition or e-card by Oct. 31 can choose a backpack tote bag or a Perka Tumbler as a token of appreciation.  Read the details. 

In-person gift pick-up gets you entered for a prize drawing 

Recognition gifts will be available for pick up at the appreciation event. If you recognize a colleague by Oct. 13, visit the Recognition Program tent, and you will be entered into a prize drawing for a $500 gift card!  

If you can’t collect your gift at the event or work at an off-site location, you will receive an email with instructions on how to have your gift mailed to your home address. 

Saint Marys Entertainment Schedule
11 a.m. - 12 p.m. - Rhino Band

12 p.m. - 12:30 p.m. - Mayo Today

12:30 p.m. - 2 p.m. - Rhino Band Cont.

2 p.m. - 4 p.m. -  Various Stage Engagement and Music 

4 p.m. - 7 p.m. - Johnny Holm Band Streamed from Downtown Stage

As we prepare to celebrate your incredible dedication and hard work, we are putting together a special staff appreciation slideshow to share during the event. To make this a truly memorable tribute, we would love to include photos of you and your colleagues in action, at events, or simply enjoying time together. 

Please take a moment to upload your favorite photos here by Wednesday, Oct. 8. Your participation will help us create a meaningful and heartfelt slideshow that honors the spirit of our amazing teams. If you are having trouble accessing the link above, please send your photos to amullins@metroconnections.com.

Can I bring my family to the All-Staff Event? 
This event is for Mayo Clinic staff. You must present your Mayo Clinic Access Identification Card to receive food or prizes at the event. 

Are the food, games and entertainment free? 
Yes. Food, games, live music and other entertainment will be free. 

What are the parking and transportation options? 
Please refer to the Bold. Forward. Unbound. In Rochester Parking and Transportation intranet site for staff parking options. If you're attending the event downtown, you can also park in the City of Rochester's parking ramps for free after 4 p.m. 

What happens in the event of inclement weather? 
The event will happen, rain or shine. Tents or canopies will be set up to shield staff from rain if necessary. 

Do I need to bring anything to the event? 
Bring your Mayo Clinic Access Identification Card to receive food or win prizes. 

What if I don't have a Mayo Clinic Access Identification Card? 
If you don't have a Mayo Clinic Access Identification Card, please plan to show proof of employment to staff working the event (e.g., a business card or email on your phone). 

What is the dress code for the event? 
The dress code for the event is casual. Please follow the Dress and Decorum policy if you attend the event during normal work hours. Feel free to bring a change of clothes if you're attending outside your normal work hours. 

Do I need to RSVP for the event? 
No RSVP is needed. 

Will I be paid while attending this event? 
This is not a paid activity. Staff are welcome to attend during breaks or before or after work hours. 

Can I get a gift card instead of attending the celebration? 
Gift cards are intended to take the place of the on-site meal and will only be sent to staff who don't have access to an in-person event (work fully remotely and live beyond a 50-mile radius of Mayo Clinic's campuses in Rochester, Jacksonville and Phoenix). Remote staff in Mayo Clinic Health System are invited to attend their local events. 

Can Mayo Clinic Health System staff attend? 
Mayo Clinic Health System leaders organized local events this summer to celebrate health system staff, and some will continue into the fall. 

Will food be delivered to offices and clinics not located in downtown Rochester? 
All Rochester staff are encouraged to attend the in-person event downtown or at the Saint Marys Campus. Food will also be delivered to our staff at off-site locations, and those details have been communicated separately.