Rochester Local

LIVE MUSIC – Music on the Plaza: Pat Egan | Peace Plaza Downtown

Peace Plaza Downtown 1st Ave SW and 1st St SW, Rochester

You never know where my songs may go or what they will be about , Groundhogs to Zebras , Shakespeare to Dr. Seuss , Anchor and wings, looking for Peace of Mind or Zombie’s wanting the same. Music on the Plaza brings live music to the Peace Plaza, encouraging passers...

Free

Cardboard Creations | Rochester Public Library

Rochester Public Library 101 2nd St. SE , Rochester, United States

We will provide the cardboard and duct tape and yo will bring your greatest ideas to create a variety of creatures and constructions.

Free

LIVE MUSIC – Music on the Plaza: honeygrl | Peace Plaza Downtown

Peace Plaza Downtown 1st Ave SW and 1st St SW, Rochester

“honeygrl” is the brain child of Minnesota native Abbey Doerre. This alter ego was born out of a deep love for music, connection, and celebrating one another’s identities. Throughout the past two years Doerre has established her place in the Rochester/Minneapolis music scene as a creative force to be reckoned...

Free

Rochester Running Club All-Comers’ Youth Track Meets | Soldiers Field Memorial Track

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

Meets are FREE for kids 2-15+ years old and open to the public. Para-athlete/wheelchair inclusion – independent or parent assisted are encouraged to participate. 2025 Dates: June 3rd, June 10th, June 17th, July 1st, July 8th, July 15th Time: 6:00 PM Location: Soldiers Memorial Field Track, 244 Soldiers Field Dr....

Sensory Friendly Library Hour & Storytime for Families | Rochester Public Library

Rochester Public Library , Select a Country:

Enjoy lower stimulation opportunity to visit the children's area of the library for one hour before opening. Use this time to play, browse, make art, or hang out. A Sensory Friendly Storytime will be offered in the auditorium at 9:15 AM. Space is limited and registration is required. Doors will...

Free

Arts and Us – Bigs (8-12 years) | St. Mary’s University Rochester Campus

2900 19th St NW, Rochester, MN 55901 St. Mary's University Rochester Campus 2900 19th St NW, Rochester, United States

Art is ALL around us! This class helps your little artist cultivate their artistic skills while learning about the different types of art available to us. We will work with a multitude of mediums to create unique, one-of-a-kind projects. Each month is broken down into different topics, all of which...

$18 – $194

LIVE MUSIC – Music on the Plaza: The D’Sievers | Peace Plaza Downtown

Peace Plaza Downtown 1st Ave SW and 1st St SW, Rochester

The D'Sievers is a jazz group featuring John Sievers on trombone. They have been performing in the tri-state region for decades and have participate din regional festivals like the Twin Cities Jazz Fest, The Minnesota Original Music Festival, and The Rochester City Jazz Fest. Music on the Plaza brings live...

Free
Event Series Riverfest | La Crosse, WI

Riverfest | La Crosse, WI

Riverside Park Wanamingo, MN, United States

Riverfest – established in 1983 to create and hold a family festival with “something for everyone”. Held annually in Riverside Park over the 4th of July weekend. Riverfest should encourage citizens for the La Crosse area to celebrate the holiday at home and invite visitors from outside the area to...

LIVE MUSIC – Music on the Plaza: Sothea Lam | Peace Plaza Downtown

Peace Plaza Downtown 1st Ave SW and 1st St SW, Rochester

Sothea Lam of Push and Turn plays music that consists of beatboxing and adding layers of guitar and bass that will have you grooving in your seat. The music exploits positivity, and attendees appreciate the inclusive and danceable approach. Music on the Plaza brings live music to the Peace Plaza,...

Free

Science Heros: Adventure of the Missing Color | Rochester Public Library

Rochester Public Library 101 2nd St. SE , Rochester, United States

Join Science Heroes on our mission to turn science into an adventure. Through hands-on experiments and fun, interactive stories, we get kids excited about the science that's all around us as we celebrate the scientists who color our world with art!

Free

Dinosaur Dance Party! ROAR!! | Rochester Public Library

Rochester Public Library Auditorium 101 2nd St SE, Rochester, United States

Get ready for some prehistoric fun! Bring a dinosaur, dress as a dinosaur, or simply stomp, roar, shake your tail to some dino-mite tunes!

Free

LIVE MUSIC – Music on the Plaza: Jeremy Jewell | Peace Plaza Downtown

Peace Plaza Downtown 1st Ave SW and 1st St SW, Rochester

Jeremy Jewell is a Southern Minnesota based songwriter, singer and entertainer who accompanies his voice with acoustic and electric guitars, harmonicas and occasional foot percussion.  He writes and performs his own music and has been doing so professionally since the early 2000’s both as a solo artist as well as...

Free
Event Series Riverfest | La Crosse, WI

Riverfest | La Crosse, WI

Riverside Park Wanamingo, MN, United States

Riverfest – established in 1983 to create and hold a family festival with “something for everyone”. Held annually in Riverside Park over the 4th of July weekend. Riverfest should encourage citizens for the La Crosse area to celebrate the holiday at home and invite visitors from outside the area to...

LIVE MUSIC – Music on the Plaza: Mark Thoreen | Peace Plaza Downtown

Peace Plaza Downtown 1st Ave SW and 1st St SW, Rochester

Mark is a Rochester, MN based singer/songwriter who performs a mix of originals and covers with keyboard, bass and synthesizers. His sound could best be described as lounge singer meets 70’s rocker with a flare for transient moments of surrealism and tranquil ambience. “A living velvet painting” is the best...

Free

Summerfest | Stewartville, MN

Stewartville Stewartville, MN

Stewartville Summerfest 2025 is set to take place on Friday, July 4, 2025, in Stewartville, Minnesota. This annual celebration features a variety of events suitable for all ages. 🏃‍♂️ Stewartville Summerfest Runs Kick off the festivities with the Stewartville Summerfest Runs at Florence Park (371 Lakeshore Drive NW). Participants can...

Farm Friday! | Red Barn Learning Farm

Red Barn Learning Farm 27251 State Hwy 30, Hayfield, MN, United States

We are open to the public on Fridays during the Spring and Summer seasons! Come anytime during 9am and 3pm to enjoy the animals, play with the many interactive farm activities, and get some fresh country air. We sell fresh popcorn and drinks, but you are invited to bring your...

Farm Friday! | Red Barn Learning Farm

Red Barn Learning Farm 27251 State Hwy 30, Hayfield, MN, United States

We are open to the public on Fridays during the Spring and Summer seasons! Come anytime during 9am and 3pm to enjoy the animals, play with the many interactive farm activities, and get some fresh country air. We sell fresh popcorn and drinks, but you are invited to bring your...

Old Fashion 4th of July | Blooming Prairie

Blooming Prairie Blooming Prairie, MN, United States

Applications are being accepted for the 51st Old Fashioned 4th of July Fine Arts Fair & Vendor Market being held at Central Park on July 4, 2025.https://forms.gle/4WRUTJGPqZtkTxfPA Preparations for the Blooming Prairie’s Old-Fashioned 4th of July are underway! Our celebration draws more than 20,000 people annually. The Fine Arts Fair...

Event Series Riverfest | La Crosse, WI

Riverfest | La Crosse, WI

Riverside Park Wanamingo, MN, United States

Riverfest – established in 1983 to create and hold a family festival with “something for everyone”. Held annually in Riverside Park over the 4th of July weekend. Riverfest should encourage citizens for the La Crosse area to celebrate the holiday at home and invite visitors from outside the area to...

Rochester Farmers Market | Graham Park

Graham Park

The Rochester Farmers Market in Rochester, Minnesota, is a vibrant, year-round, grower-only market that showcases the best of southeastern Minnesota’s local agriculture and artisan products. Operated by a vendor-owned association of approximately 100 small business owners who live and farm within 50 miles of Rochester, the market emphasizes sustainability, freshness,...

Event Series Riverfest | La Crosse, WI

Riverfest | La Crosse, WI

Riverside Park Wanamingo, MN, United States

Riverfest – established in 1983 to create and hold a family festival with “something for everyone”. Held annually in Riverside Park over the 4th of July weekend. Riverfest should encourage citizens for the La Crosse area to celebrate the holiday at home and invite visitors from outside the area to...

Cars & Guitars | Thesis Beer Project

Thesis Beer Project 1929 2nd St SW, Rochester, MN, United States

Get ready for a full-throttle afternoon of classic cars, guitar shredding, and excellent craft brews as Thesis Beer Project teams up with Garden & Gasoline for a one-of-a-kind holiday weekend event on Saturday, July 5. Festivities kick off at 1 p.m. with the Garden & Gasoline car show, bringing pure...

Free
Event Series 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, MN, United States

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)

Puzzles and Pretzels | Rochester Public Library

Rochester Public Library Auditorium 101 2nd St SE, Rochester, United States

Join us for a fun afternoon of puzzle building and designing, pretzel eating and so much more! We'll have a variety of puzzles on hand, for every age and ability. You can even design an image for your own mini puzzle to take home.

Free

Bird Banding | Quarry Hill Nature Center

Quarry Hill Nature Center 701 Silver Creek Road NE, Rochester, United States

Flock to Quarry Hill and experience birds up close while taking part in the Nature Center's bird banding program. Learn why birds are banded and how bird banding helps with conservation. Then get up close when you learn how to trap, handle, and release wild birds safely! The data gathered from...

Free

LIVE MUSIC – Music on the Plaza: Sothea Lam | Peace Plaza Downtown

Peace Plaza Downtown 1st Ave SW and 1st St SW, Rochester

Sothea Lam of Push and Turn plays music that consists of beatboxing and adding layers of guitar and bass that will have you grooving in your seat. The music exploits positivity, and attendees appreciate the inclusive and danceable approach. Music on the Plaza brings live music to the Peace Plaza,...

Free

LIVE MUSIC – Paul Plays Covers | Music Downtown

Peace Plaza Downtown 1st Ave SW and 1st St SW, Rochester

Paul transforms pop covers from the '70s to the '00s into laid-back tunes perfect for sitting down to. Foot-tapping and singing along may occur. Music Downtown brings live music to the Peace Plaza and other downtown locations, encouraging passers by to enjoy the music of local artists over weekday lunch...

Free

Storytime at Eyota Farmers Market | Rochester Public Library

Eyota Farmers Market 303 W 5th St., Eyota, MN, United States

Join us for an outdoor storytime at Eyota farmers Market in west Side Park (303 W. 5th St., Eyota). Arrive early to visit the Bookmobile which will be available 4 - 6:30 PM Outdoor seating - bring your own blanket. This storytime will be cancelled in inclement weather.

Free

Music Downtown: Samuel Haefner | Peace Plaza

Peace Plaza Downtown 1st Ave SW and 1st St SW, Rochester

Samuel is a Rochester, MN native who actively plays in the area. He is in demand as a pianist for organizations, clubs, and schools as well as a private piano teacher. Music Downtown brings live music to the Peace Plaza and other downtown locations, encouraging passers by to enjoy the...

Free

LIVE MUSIC – Ted Eckhardt | Music Downtown

Peace Plaza Downtown 1st Ave SW and 1st St SW, Rochester

Ted Eckhardt is a local Rochester singer and guitarist with a mellow classic rock vibe. He released his debut EP, Mind at ease in 2023 under his artist name Peacock Coyote and continues to play locally as a solo musician and alongside Hair of the dog. Music Downtown brings live...

Free

LIVE MUSIC – Smooth Summer Nights | Sargent’s North

Sargent's North - 7955 18th Ave NW Rochester, MN 55901 7955 18th Ave NW Rochester, MN 55901, Rochester

Smooth Summer Nights is an event designed to bring our community together to enjoy an evening of food, drinks, and live music and celebrate the beauty and splendor of a garden in bloom! Summer is short. Let’s get out and enjoy it! Join us every 2nd Tuesday in June, July,...

Storytime at Eyota Farmers Market | Rochester Public Library

Eyota Farmers Market 303 W 5th St., Eyota, MN, United States

Join us for an outdoor storytime at Eyota farmers Market in west Side Park (303 W. 5th St., Eyota). Arrive early to visit the Bookmobile which will be available 4 - 6:30 PM Outdoor seating - bring your own blanket. This storytime will be cancelled in inclement weather.

Free

Rochester Running Club All-Comers’ Youth Track Meets | Soldiers Field Memorial Track

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

Meets are FREE for kids 2-15+ years old and open to the public. Para-athlete/wheelchair inclusion – independent or parent assisted are encouraged to participate. 2025 Dates: June 3rd, June 10th, June 17th, July 1st, July 8th, July 15th Time: 6:00 PM Location: Soldiers Memorial Field Track, 244 Soldiers Field Dr....

Arts and Us – Bigs (8-12 years) | St. Mary’s University Rochester Campus

2900 19th St NW, Rochester, MN 55901 St. Mary's University Rochester Campus 2900 19th St NW, Rochester, United States

Art is ALL around us! This class helps your little artist cultivate their artistic skills while learning about the different types of art available to us. We will work with a multitude of mediums to create unique, one-of-a-kind projects. Each month is broken down into different topics, all of which...

$18 – $194

LIVE MUSIC – The D’Sievers | Music Downtown

Peace Plaza Downtown 1st Ave SW and 1st St SW, Rochester

The D'Sievers is a jazz group featuring John Sievers on trombone. They have been performing in the tri-state region for decades and have participate din regional festivals like the Twin Cities Jazz Fest, The Minnesota Original Music Festival, and The Rochester City Jazz Fest. Music Downtown brings live music to...

Free

LIVE MUSIC – Garden Tigers | Music Downtown

Peace Plaza Downtown 1st Ave SW and 1st St SW, Rochester

Garden Tigers takes Americana songwriting to the cosmos, blending it with elements of space rock and psychedelia to create a unique musical experience. Music Downtown brings live music to the Peace Plaza and other downtown locations, encouraging passers by to enjoy the music of local artists over weekday lunch and...

Free

Yo-Yo Performance by Dazzling Dave | Rochester Public Library

Rochester Public Library Auditorium 101 2nd St SE, Rochester, United States

See a performance by Dazzling Dave and you might start believing his yo-yos are alive. Dazzling Dave Schulte is a professional yo-yo performer and highly acclaimed champion who has circled the globe since 1998, storming audiences everywhere with his freakish tornado of whirling tricks and tips, all designed to entertain,...

Free
Event Series Thursdays Downtown

Thursdays Downtown | Downtown Rochester, MN

Downtown Rochester - 3rd St and 1st Ave SW Rochester, MN, United States

A weekly summer staple of downtown Rochester, Thursdays Downtown is Southern Minnesota's largest street festival, combining art, music, food, and a vendor market into one free community-uniting, block-party-style event. Join your friends and neighbors at Thursdays Downtown to eat, drink, dance, and shop the day away!

Free