Rochester Chess Festival | Mayo Civic Center
Mayo Civic Center RochesterAll the details can be found HERE!
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Byron Good Neighbor Days | Byron, MN
Byron MN Byron, MNByron Good Neighbor Days is scheduled for July 16–20, 2025, in Byron, Minnesota. This annual community celebration offers a variety of family-friendly events, live entertainment, and local traditions. 🎉 Key Events Overview Wednesday, July 16 Kick-off Kickball Tournament Driveway Art Contest Thursday, July 17 Medallion Hunt Backyard Bash Puzzle Hunt...
Music Downtown: Eleanor Sievers | Peace Plaza
Peace Plaza Downtown 1st Ave SW and 1st St SW, RochesterEleanor 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...
Free
Game Day at the Library | Rochester Public Library
Rochester Public Library Auditorium 101 2nd St SE, Rochester, United StatesJoin us for a fun afternoon of card playing, dice throwing, and so much more! We'll have a variety of games on hand, and you can even bring your own games to share. We'll also have an open Dungeon Crawl Classic table. This month we're playing Sailors on the Starless...
Free
Rochester Public Library – Storytime | Cascade Lake Park
Cascade Lake Park Rochester, MN, United StatesJoin us for an outdoor storytime at Cascade Lake Park (88 23rd Ave SW). Arrive early to visit the Bookmobile which will be available 2:45 - 3:45 PM. Outdoor seating - bring your own blanket. This storytime will be canceled in inclement weather.
Free
Eyota Days | Eyota, MN
Eyota, MN Eyota, MN
Rochester Farmers Market | Graham Park
Graham ParkThe 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,...
Byron Good Neighbor Days | Byron, MN
Byron MN Byron, MNByron Good Neighbor Days is scheduled for July 16–20, 2025, in Byron, Minnesota. This annual community celebration offers a variety of family-friendly events, live entertainment, and local traditions. 🎉 Key Events Overview Wednesday, July 16 Kick-off Kickball Tournament Driveway Art Contest Thursday, July 17 Medallion Hunt Backyard Bash Puzzle Hunt...
Rochester Public Library – Storytime | Quarry Hill Nature Center
Quarry Hill Park 701 Silver Creek Road Northeast, Rochester, MN, United StatesJoin us at Quarry Hill Nature Center's outdoor pavilion for a special storytime at 9:30 AM! In the event of inclement weather this program will move to an indoor classroom.
Free
Rochester Chess Festival | Mayo Civic Center
Mayo Civic Center RochesterAll the details can be found HERE!
Eyota Days | Eyota, MN
Eyota, MN Eyota, MN
Drop-In Tours | Rochester Art Center
Rochester Art Center 40 Civic Center Drive SE, Rochester, Minnesota, Select a Country: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...
$5 – $8
Yoga at the Co-op | People’s Food Co-op
People's Food Co-op 519 First Avenue S, Rochester, MN, United StatesJoin 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)
Eyota Days | Eyota, MN
Eyota, MN Eyota, MNByron Good Neighbor Days | Byron, MN
Byron MN Byron, MNByron Good Neighbor Days is scheduled for July 16–20, 2025, in Byron, Minnesota. This annual community celebration offers a variety of family-friendly events, live entertainment, and local traditions. 🎉 Key Events Overview Wednesday, July 16 Kick-off Kickball Tournament Driveway Art Contest Thursday, July 17 Medallion Hunt Backyard Bash Puzzle Hunt...
Rochester Chess Festival | Mayo Civic Center
Mayo Civic Center RochesterAll the details can be found HERE!
Fossil Hunting Hike | Quarry Hill Nature Center
Quarry Hill Nature Center 701 Silver Creek Road NE, Rochester, United StatesDig into the past to discover what fossil fortunes are hiding in the rocks at Quarry Hill Park! Call to register. June 2025 1 - Fossil Hunting Hike 22 - Fossil Hunting Hike July 2025 20 - Fossil Hunting Hike August 2025 17 - Fossil Hunting Hike 31 - Fossil...
Free
Music Downtown: Chris Tauzell | Peace Plaza
Peace Plaza Downtown 1st Ave SW and 1st St SW, RochesterChris Tauzell from the band Amateur is a local Rochester MN musician who writes songs about being young and trying to live in difficult situations in life. Music Downtown brings live music to the Peace Plaza and other downtown locations, encouraging passers by to enjoy the music of local artists...
Free
LIVE MUSIC – Caylee Hammack w/ Genevieve Hayward, Riverside Music Series | Mayo Park
Mayo Park 40 Civic Center Drive SE, Rochester, MN, United StatesSchedule 6:00 p.m. | Get ready! Come early to grab dinner and settle in. Food trucks start serving at 6:00 p.m., and the music starts at 7:00. Lawn chairs, blankets, and coolers are welcome. 7:00 p.m. | Genevieve Heyward Rooted in Americana with a bold pop sensibility, Wisconsin-based Genevieve Heyward...
LIVE MUSIC – Riverside Music Series | Mayo Park
Mayo Park 40 Civic Center Drive SE, Rochester, MN, United States30+ years running! Featuring must-see national acts and standout local opening artists, these free, un-ticketed outdoor music events are held on five consecutive Sunday evenings in downtown Rochester, Minnesota along the Zumbro River. Stellar music, gorgeous green space, plus local food vendors and giveaways. These shows are for everyone, and...
Free
Baby Gym | Rochester Public Library
Rochester Public Library 101 2nd St. SE , Rochester, United StatesJoin us for an hour of self-directed wiggles and gross-motor development activities with props, toys and, good company! This program is designed for 0-18 month-olds and their grown-ups. Drop-in as you please.
Free
Music Downtown: Jaggedease | Peace Plaza
Peace Plaza Downtown 1st Ave SW and 1st St SW, RochesterJaggedease 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 night concerts on Historic Third...
Free
Storytime at Eyota Farmers Market | Rochester Public Library
Eyota Farmers Market 303 W 5th St., Eyota, MN, United StatesJoin 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
Good Natured Kids | Quarry Hill Nature Center
Quarry Hill Nature Center 701 Silver Creek Road NE, Rochester, United StatesOffered 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...
$18
Music Downtown: Orchid Jane | Peace Plaza
Peace Plaza Downtown 1st Ave SW and 1st St SW, RochesterHusband and wife duo, Greg and Karyn Hintermeister have been making music together for over 35 years. Joined by friend and wickedly talented bassist, Mark McGlinch, Orchid Jane has mastered the “art of the cover”, reimagining everyone’s favorite songs with tight harmonies, truly unique arrangements, and a number of mash-ups...
Free
Cardboard Creations! | Rochester Public Library
Rochester Public Library Auditorium 101 2nd St SE, Rochester, United StatesWe will provide the cardboard and duct tape and you bring your greatest ideas to create a variety of creatures and construction.
Free
Good Natured Kids | Quarry Hill Nature Center
Quarry Hill Nature Center 701 Silver Creek Road NE, Rochester, United StatesOffered 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...
$18
Lapsit Storytime | Rochester Public Library
Rochester Public Library , Select a Country:Enjoy gentle songs, simple stories, and a lullaby at this 20-minute lapsit storytime. This event is designed for children birth through 5 years old and their families.
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 StatesArt 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
Elephant & Piggie Party | Rochester Public Library
Rochester Public Library Auditorium 101 2nd St SE, Rochester, United StatesJoin us for a special storytime and meet Elephant and Piggie from the books of Mo Willems!
Free
Music Downtown: Joel Ward | Peace Plaza
Peace Plaza Downtown 1st Ave SW and 1st St SW, RochesterJoel Ward is a soul singing, acoustic guitar pickin’, lyric writing, fool for music out of Winona, MN. He’s defied stereotypes and genres all over the country playing an original blend of roots, soul, folk, and rock n roll. His live performances are filled with an emotion to match the...
Free
Sensory Friendly Elephant & Piggie Meet and Greet | Rochester Public Library
Rochester Public Library Auditorium 101 2nd St SE, Rochester, United StatesThis lower-stimulation opportunity to meet & take a picture with Elephant & Piggie in the library auditorium is limited to 20 total participants.
Free
Music Downtown: Nancy Tobiason-Kramer Music | Peace Plaza
Peace Plaza Downtown 1st Ave SW and 1st St SW, RochesterNancy and her husband Dan play a wide variety of music from the 60s to current that you'll be sure to recognize. Nancy plays an electric acoustic guitar and sings, Dan lays down the Bass line. Be ready to sing along! Music Downtown brings live music to the Peace Plaza...
Free
Elephant & Piggie Party | Rochester Public Library
Rochester Public Library Auditorium 101 2nd St SE, Rochester, United StatesJoin us for a special storytime and meet Elephant and Piggie from the books of Mo Willems!
Free
Family Dance Party! | Rochester Public LIbrary
Rochester Public Library Auditorium 101 2nd St SE, Rochester, United StatesPut on your dancing shoes for 30-minutes of non-stop dancing fun for families.
Free
Preschool Dance Party | Rochester Public Library
Rochester Public Library , Select a Country:Put on your dancing shoes for 30-minutes of non-stop dancing fun for toddlers & preschools!
Free
Thursdays Downtown | Downtown Rochester, MN
Downtown Rochester - 3rd St and 1st Ave SW Rochester, MN, United StatesA 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
English Conversation Group | Rochester Public Library
Rochester Public Library Auditorium 101 2nd St SE, Rochester, United StatesEnjoy a casual hour with new friends in the Library auditorium as you practice your English language or conversational skills. All ages and skill levels are welcome to attend. We will have a conversational circle for adults as well as space for children & families to play and talk together.
Free
Music Downtown: Peter Wegwerth | Peace Plaza
Peace Plaza Downtown 1st Ave SW and 1st St SW, RochesterPeter 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...
Free
Farm Friday! | Red Barn Learning Farm
Red Barn Learning Farm 27251 State Hwy 30, Hayfield, MN, United StatesWe 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 StatesWe 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...
Music Downtown: Peter Wegwerth | Peace Plaza
Peace Plaza Downtown 1st Ave SW and 1st St SW, RochesterPeter 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...
Free
Hoedown Days | Houston, MN
Houston, MNSINCE 1974 As always, Houston Hoedown days will be celebrated the last full weekend in July! We hope to see everyone back again and that even more people come enjoy what Houston has to offer. Since 1974, we've brought out the best of family, fun, food, and friends. Ya'll come!
Rochester Farmers Market | Graham Park
Graham ParkThe 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,...
Hoedown Days | Houston, MN
Houston, MNSINCE 1974 As always, Houston Hoedown days will be celebrated the last full weekend in July! We hope to see everyone back again and that even more people come enjoy what Houston has to offer. Since 1974, we've brought out the best of family, fun, food, and friends. Ya'll come!
Lace up for Hope | Little Thistle Brewing
Little Thistle Brewing 2031 14th Street NW, Rochester, MNPlease join The Landing MN for their first 5K race and 1 mile walk to support those experiencing homelessness in our community. A 5K run route and a 1 Mile walk route starting at Little Thistle Brewing will be offered. You are free to run or walk the 5K! Shirts...
$30
Drop-In Tours | Rochester Art Center
Rochester Art Center 40 Civic Center Drive SE, Rochester, Minnesota, Select a Country: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...
$5 – $8
Yoga at the Co-op | People’s Food Co-op
People's Food Co-op 519 First Avenue S, Rochester, MN, United StatesJoin 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)
Hoedown Days | Houston, MN
Houston, MNSINCE 1974 As always, Houston Hoedown days will be celebrated the last full weekend in July! We hope to see everyone back again and that even more people come enjoy what Houston has to offer. Since 1974, we've brought out the best of family, fun, food, and friends. Ya'll come!
Origami Club | Rochester Public Library
Rochester Public Library Auditorium 101 2nd St SE, Rochester, United StatesJoin us to practice your origami skills with other enthusiasts. All ages and skill levels welcome.
Free