Calling all Teachers! We’re extending our gratitude to all the dedicated teachers by offering free admission during Teacher Appreciation Month. All through August, teachers receive FREE entry plus 30% off for their friends and family-up to six (6) guests. Purchase in advance to reserve your time slot. To redeem a...
Chatfield Western Days is a town celebration that was started in 1967. Western Days is the 2nd full weekend in August, every year. Come out and enjoy the town celebration! Visit Chatfield Western Days on Facebook. For questions please contact Pam Bluhm at chatwesterndays@gmail.com or 507-867-3870.
Join us for an outdoor storytime near Oxbow Park Nature Center (5731 County Road 105 NW, Byron) and stay for a walk through the zoo. Admission is free. Grass seating - bring your own blanket. In the event of inclement weather this event will move inside the Nature Center to...
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...
Join us for an outdoor storytime near Oxbow Park Nature Center (5731 County Road 105 NW, Byron) and stay for a walk through the zoo. Admission is free. Grass seating - bring your own blanket. In the event of inclement weather this event will move inside the Nature Center to...
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...
Megan Kleven doesn’t fit into your average singer-songwriter cut-out. With an affinity for the dark and shadowed, she tends to gravitate toward songs that exude strength, power, and sometimes sadness. Many of her songs are influenced by the sounds of powerful and compassionate artists such as Hozier and Alanis Morissette....
Kasson in the Park 2025 is a fun-filled community celebration in Kasson, Minnesota, packed with family-friendly activities, live entertainment, and small-town summer charm! 🎉☀️ Held in Veterans Memorial Park, this annual event typically includes live music 🎶, food trucks 🍔, vendor booths, games, inflatables for kids 🏰, and often a...
Calling all Teachers! We’re extending our gratitude to all the dedicated teachers by offering free admission during Teacher Appreciation Month. All through August, teachers receive FREE entry plus 30% off for their friends and family-up to six (6) guests. Purchase in advance to reserve your time slot. To redeem a...
Kasson in the Park 2025 is a fun-filled community celebration in Kasson, Minnesota, packed with family-friendly activities, live entertainment, and small-town summer charm! 🎉☀️ Held in Veterans Memorial Park, this annual event typically includes live music 🎶, food trucks 🍔, vendor booths, games, inflatables for kids 🏰, and often a...
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,...
Chatfield Western Days is a town celebration that was started in 1967. Western Days is the 2nd full weekend in August, every year. Come out and enjoy the town celebration! Visit Chatfield Western Days on Facebook. For questions please contact Pam Bluhm at chatwesterndays@gmail.com or 507-867-3870.
Parents and kids get to explore a creative side to mindfulness! Children 4 years old and up with a parent/adult guardian are invited to come to the studio to create mindfulness-based crafts. Registration for each participant is $8 and includes all supplies (adults can register to make crafts, too!). Parents/guardians...
Step onto the Ralph Stoppel grounds and be transported to a bygone era! Witness the marvels of yesteryear with thrilling live demonstrations. Check out the steam tractors, threshing of oats or participate in hands on activities for the whole family like rope making and tinsmithing. There is something for everyone...
Please join the Pfrimmer Family and the Rochester and UW Stout Running Communities in the second annual Lance Pfrimmer Memorial Run and Walk on Saturday, August 9th. Lance died July 8, 2023 in a drowning accident, just one month before his 20th birthday. He was an outstanding athlete and an...
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.
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...
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...
Calling all Teachers! We’re extending our gratitude to all the dedicated teachers by offering free admission during Teacher Appreciation Month. All through August, teachers receive FREE entry plus 30% off for their friends and family-up to six (6) guests. Purchase in advance to reserve your time slot. To redeem a...
Chatfield Western Days is a town celebration that was started in 1967. Western Days is the 2nd full weekend in August, every year. Come out and enjoy the town celebration! Visit Chatfield Western Days on Facebook. For questions please contact Pam Bluhm at chatwesterndays@gmail.com or 507-867-3870.
Kasson in the Park 2025 is a fun-filled community celebration in Kasson, Minnesota, packed with family-friendly activities, live entertainment, and small-town summer charm! 🎉☀️ Held in Veterans Memorial Park, this annual event typically includes live music 🎶, food trucks 🍔, vendor booths, games, inflatables for kids 🏰, and often a...
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...
Schedule 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. | John Forrest and The Model Citizens This Minnesota-based alt-rock group blends tight musicianship...
30+ 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...
Calling all Teachers! We’re extending our gratitude to all the dedicated teachers by offering free admission during Teacher Appreciation Month. All through August, teachers receive FREE entry plus 30% off for their friends and family-up to six (6) guests. Purchase in advance to reserve your time slot. To redeem a...
Join 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.
Week‑Long Schedule (e.g., Aug 11–17, 2025)– Community picnic & cookouts– Antique tractor shows, quilt & flower displays– Cruise night, softball tournaments & tractor pulls Family Fun at South Park & Downtown– Bounce houses, foam parties (ages 10 & under, and older kids)– Water‑balloon wars, caricatures, virtual gaming trailer– Beer gardens...
Calling all Teachers! We’re extending our gratitude to all the dedicated teachers by offering free admission during Teacher Appreciation Month. All through August, teachers receive FREE entry plus 30% off for their friends and family-up to six (6) guests. Purchase in advance to reserve your time slot. To redeem a...
Week‑Long Schedule (e.g., Aug 11–17, 2025)– Community picnic & cookouts– Antique tractor shows, quilt & flower displays– Cruise night, softball tournaments & tractor pulls Family Fun at South Park & Downtown– Bounce houses, foam parties (ages 10 & under, and older kids)– Water‑balloon wars, caricatures, virtual gaming trailer– Beer gardens...
We will provide the cardboard and duct tape and you bring your greatest ideas to create a variety of creatures and construction.
Yep, is IS rocket science. Learn to build and launch rockets while you hypothesize, collaborate, and launch! What a Blast!
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,...
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...
Calling all Teachers! We’re extending our gratitude to all the dedicated teachers by offering free admission during Teacher Appreciation Month. All through August, teachers receive FREE entry plus 30% off for their friends and family-up to six (6) guests. Purchase in advance to reserve your time slot. To redeem a...
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.
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...
Week‑Long Schedule (e.g., Aug 11–17, 2025)– Community picnic & cookouts– Antique tractor shows, quilt & flower displays– Cruise night, softball tournaments & tractor pulls Family Fun at South Park & Downtown– Bounce houses, foam parties (ages 10 & under, and older kids)– Water‑balloon wars, caricatures, virtual gaming trailer– Beer gardens...
Corn on the Cob Days August 13-17, 2025 Parade Online Entry Form Edit your parade entry Events for this year! View pictures from past events List of Last Years Events Lakeside Foods Corn on the Cob Days Facts Parade entries (Staff only) Entertainment in 2025 Don't forget the parade!...
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. | Jake La Botz 6:30 p.m. | Avey Grouws Band About FORWARD...
Calling all Teachers! We’re extending our gratitude to all the dedicated teachers by offering free admission during Teacher Appreciation Month. All through August, teachers receive FREE entry plus 30% off for their friends and family-up to six (6) guests. Purchase in advance to reserve your time slot. To redeem a...
Week‑Long Schedule (e.g., Aug 11–17, 2025)– Community picnic & cookouts– Antique tractor shows, quilt & flower displays– Cruise night, softball tournaments & tractor pulls Family Fun at South Park & Downtown– Bounce houses, foam parties (ages 10 & under, and older kids)– Water‑balloon wars, caricatures, virtual gaming trailer– Beer gardens...
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!
Corn on the Cob Days August 13-17, 2025 Parade Online Entry Form Edit your parade entry Events for this year! View pictures from past events List of Last Years Events Lakeside Foods Corn on the Cob Days Facts Parade entries (Staff only) Entertainment in 2025 Don't forget the parade!...
Calling all Teachers! We’re extending our gratitude to all the dedicated teachers by offering free admission during Teacher Appreciation Month. All through August, teachers receive FREE entry plus 30% off for their friends and family-up to six (6) guests. Purchase in advance to reserve your time slot. To redeem a...
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...
Corn on the Cob Days August 13-17, 2025 Parade Online Entry Form Edit your parade entry Events for this year! View pictures from past events List of Last Years Events Lakeside Foods Corn on the Cob Days Facts Parade entries (Staff only) Entertainment in 2025 Don't forget the parade!...
Week‑Long Schedule (e.g., Aug 11–17, 2025)– Community picnic & cookouts– Antique tractor shows, quilt & flower displays– Cruise night, softball tournaments & tractor pulls Family Fun at South Park & Downtown– Bounce houses, foam parties (ages 10 & under, and older kids)– Water‑balloon wars, caricatures, virtual gaming trailer– Beer gardens...
Calling all Teachers! We’re extending our gratitude to all the dedicated teachers by offering free admission during Teacher Appreciation Month. All through August, teachers receive FREE entry plus 30% off for their friends and family-up to six (6) guests. Purchase in advance to reserve your time slot. To redeem a...
