We will provide the cardboard and duct tape and you bring your greatest ideas to create a variety of creatures and construction.
Join us for fun butterfly craft activities, story time, and REAL butterflies and chrysalids.
Eleanor Sievers is a 17-year-old singer songwriter. She’s been performing solo shows around Rochester Minnesota for nearly three years at local venues and events. Her songwriting style is self-reflective and nostalgic, transporting listeners with its pop-folk fusion. She released her debut self-titled EP independently in November of 2023, and her...
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.
Join us for an outdoor storytime at Eyota Farmers Market in West Side Park (303 W 5th Street, Eyota, MN 55934). Arrive early to visit the Bookmobile which will be available 4PM-6:30PM. Outdoor seating - bring your own blanket. This storytime will be canceled in inclement weather.
Join us every Tuesday at 6pm for the most fun you can have on a Tuesday! The last Tuesday of each month will feature themed trivia, general knowledge the rest of the month! About the venue Tilda’s Pizzeria serves up handcrafted, wood-fired pizzas made with house-made dough and the freshest...
Offered for 3 & 4 year old kids with an accompanying grown up, these classes are all about getting outdoors to explore, learn and connect to the natural world. New topics monthly. June 2025 10 - Good Natured Kids: Hello Little Blue 11 - Good Natured Kids: Hello Little...
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...
Fool’s Getaway is a Rochester-based trio made up of longtime musicians who simply love making music together. With a setlist that spans decades and genres—roots rock, country, R&B, pop, and more—they aim to connect with every listener, finding songs that speak to the moment and bring people together. They are...
Peter is the evocative frontman of local band indie alt rock band ALS FONA. His solo acoustic performance balances and blends the soft and sullen with the intense and joyous. Music Downtown brings live music to the Peace Plaza and other downtown locations, encouraging passers by to enjoy the music...
Gladiolus Days is St. Charles annual festival in honor of the late Carl Fischer, who was the worlds leading hybridizer of new and distinctive gladiolus. He received numerous awards for his achievements, including the Society of the American Florists Gold Medal Award. He also received 80 awards for his “All American”...
Schedule 5 p.m. | Get ready! Come early to enjoy the space and to grab your spot before the show starts. Food and beverage vendors will be onsite. Lawn chairs, blankets, coolers and picnics are welcome. 5:30 p.m. | Mark Joseph and The American Soul 6:30 p.m. | Nathan Graham...
Put on your dancing shoes for 30-minutes of non-stop dancing fun for families.
Put on your dancing shoes for 30-minutes of non-stop dancing fun for toddlers & preschools!
Jaggedease is a jam band that plays original music that covers numerous different genres. 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 happy hours, and Friday evening concerts on Historic Third...
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!
Help catch, tag, and release monarch butterflies as they migrate through our area on their journey south to Mexico. This free, open-house event celebrates the monarch butterfly's remarkable migration from Minnesota to Mexico. Citizens just like you are important contributors to monarch research and conservation. Join us in the field...
Danya Bashier is a fourth-year college student at the UMN-TC from Rochester, MN, and a self-taught singer-songwriter. Having sung since childhood, she now writes songs and performs both her own music and covers, blending soulful vocals with acoustic guitar to share her passion both live and online. Music Downtown brings...
Come join the Band for our last outdoor concert for the season at Rochester’s Amphitheater!! Bring a lawn chair or blanket and join us. RCB will be directed by Anthony Boldt. Our music selections include “Disco Kid”, “Stevie Wonder in Concert”, “Washington Post” and “Echoes of Earth” composed by a...
Gladiolus Days is St. Charles annual festival in honor of the late Carl Fischer, who was the worlds leading hybridizer of new and distinctive gladiolus. He received numerous awards for his achievements, including the Society of the American Florists Gold Medal Award. He also received 80 awards for his “All American”...
Gladiolus Days is St. Charles annual festival in honor of the late Carl Fischer, who was the worlds leading hybridizer of new and distinctive gladiolus. He received numerous awards for his achievements, including the Society of the American Florists Gold Medal Award. He also received 80 awards for his “All American”...
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...
CALL for Vendors. Art & Craft, Food & Drink. I'm afraid that we cannot accept a truck-only booth because of the location (downtown Rochester)
Miriam Haacke is a folk singer-songwriter. In addition to playing the guitar and singing she also uses her feet to play a bass drum and various foot percussion shakers. She has a soulful, earthy voice and her melodies and rhythms will transport you to a peaceful place. Music Downtown brings...
Singer and guitarist from ‘Thomas and the Shakes’ plays a unique blend of soul/rock/reggae/blues originals and covers. 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 happy hours, and Friday evening concerts...
Join us for this Sunset Walk paint session 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...
It's Mozart's musical myth of humanity in peril! It's 1950s doo-wop and an epic Greek adventure! It's Mixed Precipitation's 17th annual summer opera extravaganza! Mixed Precipitation returns to DreamAcres Farm in Wykoff, MN with a one-of-a-kind, outdoor performance. All performances are offered for a suggested donation ($5 – $45). Recommended...
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,...
Gladiolus Days is St. Charles annual festival in honor of the late Carl Fischer, who was the worlds leading hybridizer of new and distinctive gladiolus. He received numerous awards for his achievements, including the Society of the American Florists Gold Medal Award. He also received 80 awards for his “All American”...
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...
Produce Parade. Tomato Trade. Grow and Give. Do you have squash coming out of your ears? Up to your eyeballs in beans? Bring your extra garden goods (produce, herbs, flowers) to Cook Park and share with the community. We will cancel in the invent of rain.
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,...
Drop-In Tours: Introduction to the Rochester Art Center Saturdays & Sundays at 1 pm* $8 for Adults, $5 for Seniors & Military Free for Ages 21 & Under, Free for Members No reservations required. Enjoy a docent-led, guided tour of the Rochester Art Center’s current exhibitions featuring the work of...
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
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...
Gladiolus Days is St. Charles annual festival in honor of the late Carl Fischer, who was the worlds leading hybridizer of new and distinctive gladiolus. He received numerous awards for his achievements, including the Society of the American Florists Gold Medal Award. He also received 80 awards for his “All American”...
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...
Historic Mayowood is one of the top attractions in Rochester, drawing thousands of visitors each year! A tour of Mayowood is to experience the personal lives of Dr. Charlie Mayo, co-founder of the Mayo Clinic, and his son, Dr. Chuck Mayo, and gives visitors an opportunity to celebrate their amazing...
Join us on the Historic Art Block in Downtown Rochester for a tea cup candle making class with Lavender & Violas! We will guide you through candle making with dried florals, greenery, dried citrus, gold leafing and more!We have all the supplies including your own thrifted tea cup -these are...
Step back in time when you step into the Quarry Hill Cave! Quarry Hill Park was once part of the Rochester State Hospital grounds, and there remain some interesting historic features from a century of agriculture, quarry operations, and more. Learn about some of these historic features and tour the sandstone...
St. Paul-based singer-songwriter Joe Carey has been active in Minnesota's music scene for over 25 years. He has performed with Loft, The Careys, Love Songs For Angry Men, The Chinwaggers, and The Shabby Road Orchestra. Joe currently performs under his own name and has released five full length studio albums...
We will provide the cardboard and duct tape and you bring your greatest ideas to create a variety of creatures and construction.
Art Social is BACK!!!! MAKE ART, MEET NEW PEOPLE, SOCIALIZE, GET CREATIVE AT FORAGER ONCE A MONTH IN THE COFFEE SHOP!The goal of this event is to create a welcoming environment that is open and free to the public. All attendees may bring their own non toxic art supplies to...
Join us every Tuesday at 6pm for the most fun you can have on a Tuesday! The last Tuesday of each month will feature themed trivia, general knowledge the rest of the month! About the venue Tilda’s Pizzeria serves up handcrafted, wood-fired pizzas made with house-made dough and the freshest...
Free Bingo at LTS Brewing every other Tuesday!
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...
Schedule 5 p.m. | Get ready! Come early to enjoy the space and to grab your spot before the show starts. Food and beverage vendors will be onsite. Lawn chairs, blankets, coolers and picnics are welcome. 5:30 p.m. | Mark Joseph and The American Soul 6:30 p.m. | Nathan Graham...
Put on your dancing shoes for 30-minutes of non-stop dancing fun for families.
Put on your dancing shoes for 30-minutes of non-stop dancing fun for toddlers & preschools!
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!
