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Healthy Human Race | Soldiers Memorial Field Track

Soldiers Memorial Field Track 244 Soldiers Field Dr. SW, Rochester

This event includes a half marathon, 2-person half marathon relay, and 5K. The race features Rochester’s scenic walking and running trails on a fast, flat course, finishing in Soldier’s Field Park. There is a distance for everyone and all events are walker-friendly! All participants will have the option to choose...

Playground Freshen Session | Aldrich School

Aldrich Memorial Nursery School 855 Essex Pkwy NW, Rochester

Time to freshen the Outdoor Classrooms at Aldrich for the new school year! Bring your yard tools (including wheelbarrows, garden rakes, shovels and work gloves- if you have them) and join the Board of Directors as they pull weeds, refill sand and pea gravel, and inspect equipment to get our...

FREE Med City Pokemon & TCG Show | Chip Shots

Chip Shots 3708 N Broadway Ave Suite 14, Rochester

**The Med City Pokemon and TCG Show****Date:** Saturday, August 23, 2025**Time:** 9 AM - 4 PM**Location:** Chip Shots, Rochester, MN**Admission:** FREE! Get ready to catch 'em all at The Med City Pokemon and TCG Show. Join trainers and collectors from across the Midwest for a fun-filled day of buying, selling,...

Austin Artworks Festival | Austin, MN

Austin Artworks Festival | Austin, MN

Austin, Minnesota 329 Main St N, Austin

The Austin ArtWorks Festival is a free two-day event in Austin, Minnesota held annually each August — a celebration of visual, performing, and literary artists, many with ties to Austin and the area. In 2025, the 14th Annual Austin ArtWorks Festival is Saturday and Sunday, August 23rd and 24th in the...

Open House & Musicians Market | Carpet Booth Studios

5296 65th Ave SE, Rochester, MN 55904 5296 65th Ave SE, Rochester

This is the 3rd annual CARPET BOOTH STUDIOS OPEN HOUSE AND MUSICIANS MARKET! EVENTS: 1. OPEN HOUSE: Come tour Carpet Booth Studios! Carpet Booth Studios is a recording and production studio in Rochester, MN. This is a great opportunity to come meet the team, see the spaces, and learn more...

Free

Flower Painting | Art Heads Emporium

Art Heads Emporium 317 S Broadway, Rochestet

Join us for a guided paint class in Downtown Rochester!Leah will guide you through each step and will be there to help with any questions you may have.All paint colors are always customizable during your session.No previous art experience is necessary for this class!We supply all materials you will need,...

7 Years of Little Thistle | Little Thistle Brewing

Little Thistle Brewing 2031 14th Street NW, Rochester

Save the date for our 7th birthday party! We have a full day of live music, beer releases, and plenty of surprises! More details to come.

Reception for “Extraordinary Elsewhere” | Rochester Art Center

Rochester Art Center 40 Civic Center Drive SE, Rochester

Reception for Extraordinary Elsewhere Saturday, August 23, 1:00 - 5:00 PM | Free The event will feature an interactive tour of the gallery with Curator Zoe Cinel and the exhibiting artists Peng Wu, Dahn Gim, Ivonne Yáñez, Mayumi Amada, Prima Sakuntabhai, Shafrin Islam. After the tour, experience a solo performance...

Free

India Day | Community Presbyterian Church

Community Presbyterian Church 3705 Fairway Place NW, Rochester

��CABERI is cordially inviting you all to join India Day on August 23, 2025, SaturdayVenue: Community Presbyterian Church,3705 Fairway Place NW, Rochester, MNTime: 3-8 pm ��Program details:�Event start time- 3pm�Sit and draw competition- 3:30-4pm (Check in before 3:20pm)�Cultural program, Fancy dress for kids and Fashion Show- 4pm onwards � Admission...

Moonlight Walk | Art Heads Emporium

Art Heads Emporium 317 S Broadway, Rochestet

Join us for our newest paint class —Moonlight Walk in the Historic District of Downtown Rochester No worries if you’ve never painted before, Leah will guide you through each step and will be there to help with any questions you may have.We provide all the materials you will need, just bring...

LIVE MUSIC – Taylor Swift Party (Live Tribute Band!) | LTS Brewing

LTS Brewing 2001 32nd Ave NW, Rochester

CALLING ALL SWIFTIES! Join us for a Taylor themed party for ALL AGES! -Friendship bracelet making -Fun Taylor Trivia 4-5PM -"Taylor's Version" live tribute band 5-8PM -The Party Lady glitter tattoos & face painting -themed cocktails & mocktails -photo ops -and more! Food Truck: Swede's Smokin' Grill

Free

End of Summer Patio Party | Purple Goat

Purple Goat 708 N Broadway Ave Suite 160, Rochester

I hate to say it but summer is almost over and school will be starting before you know it!!! Come enjoy one last big summer event on the Purple Goat patio. We will have live music featuring the band Amateur!!! There will be cheap cocktail and beer blowout specials!

Live Music by Ron Bublitz | Two Sisters Kitchen

Two Sisters Kitchen Cedar Center Avenue Southeast 1251, Oronoco

Ron Bublitz will perform live music from 6-9pm on Saturday, Aug 23 at Two Sisters Kitchen + Bar in Oronoco, MN

Yoga at the Co-op

Yoga at the Co-op | People’s Food Co-op

People's Food Co-op 519 First Avenue S, Rochester

Join us for a welcoming, community-focused yoga class at People's Food Co-op every Saturday evening! This weekly class is donation-based and open to all experience levels. Led by Rachel from The Amethyst Yogi, it's a great opportunity to move, stretch, and recharge in a supportive environment. Please bring your own...

Donation Based (pay what you can)
Austin Artworks Festival | Austin, MN

Austin Artworks Festival | Austin, MN

Austin, Minnesota 329 Main St N, Austin

The Austin ArtWorks Festival is a free two-day event in Austin, Minnesota held annually each August — a celebration of visual, performing, and literary artists, many with ties to Austin and the area. In 2025, the 14th Annual Austin ArtWorks Festival is Saturday and Sunday, August 23rd and 24th in the...