Rochester Local

Music Downtown: Fools Getaway Peace Plaza

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

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...

Free

Exhibit: Extraordinary Elsewhere | Rochester Art Center

Rochester Art Center 40 Civic Center Drive SE, Rochester, Minnesota, Select a Country:

Extraordinary Elsewhere On View June 7, 2025 - February 1, 2026 Opening Reception: August 23, 1:00 - 5:00 PM Featured Artists: Dahm Gim, Ivonne Yáñez, Mayumi Amada, Peng Wu, Prima Jalichandra-Sakuntabhai, Rituparna Rana, Roshan Ganu, Shafrin Islam, and Ziba Rajabi Curator: Zoe Cinel This exhibition features artworks by international artists...

$5 – $21

Music Downtown: Peter Wegwerth | Peace Plaza

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

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...

Free
Midweek Market

Midweek Market | 2nd Ave & 4th St NW

2nd Ave & 4th St SW 2nd Ave & 4th St SW, Rochester, United States

Neighbors, friends and family, stroll on down to the Wednesday Midweek Market downtown from 4-7PM. Shop local vendors, enjoy delicious eats and let the kids play while soaking in the live music.

Free
Gladiolus Days | St Charles, MN

Gladiolus Days | St Charles, MN

St Charles, MN St. Charles, MN

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”...

Music Downtown: Jaggedease | Peace Plaza

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

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...

Free

Exhibit: Extraordinary Elsewhere | Rochester Art Center

Rochester Art Center 40 Civic Center Drive SE, Rochester, Minnesota, Select a Country:

Extraordinary Elsewhere On View June 7, 2025 - February 1, 2026 Opening Reception: August 23, 1:00 - 5:00 PM Featured Artists: Dahm Gim, Ivonne Yáñez, Mayumi Amada, Peng Wu, Prima Jalichandra-Sakuntabhai, Rituparna Rana, Roshan Ganu, Shafrin Islam, and Ziba Rajabi Curator: Zoe Cinel This exhibition features artworks by international artists...

$5 – $21
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

Music Downtown: Danya | Peace Plaza

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

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...

Free

Live Music by Don Harvey | Two Sisters Kitchen

Two Sisters Kitchen Cedar Center Avenue Southeast 1251, Oronoco, Minnesota, United States

Don Harvey will perform live music from 6-9pm on Thursday, Aug 21 at Two Sisters Kitchen + Bar in Oronoco, MN

Live Music by Don Harvey | Two Sisters Kitchen

Two Sisters Kitchen Cedar Center Avenue Southeast 1251, Oronoco, Minnesota, United States

Don Harvey will perform live music from 6-9pm on Thursday Aug 21 at Two Sisters Kitchen + Bar in Oronoco, MN

LIVE MUSIC – Reese Glover | LTS Brewing

LTS Brewing 2001 32nd Ave NW, Rochester , United States

Live music at LTS August 21st starting at 7! Head out to enjoy the sounds of Reese Glover while you try the beverages on our State Fair Release.

Free

Music on the Shore | Canfield Amphitheater at Cascade Lake Park

Canfield Amphitheater at Cascade Lake Park 88 23rd Avenue SW, Rochester, United States

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...

Free
Gladiolus Days | St Charles, MN

Gladiolus Days | St Charles, MN

St Charles, MN St. Charles, MN

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 | St Charles, MN

Gladiolus Days | St Charles, MN

St Charles, MN St. Charles, MN

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”...

Music Downtown: Miriam Haacke | Peace Plaza

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

Free

Exhibit: Extraordinary Elsewhere | Rochester Art Center

Rochester Art Center 40 Civic Center Drive SE, Rochester, Minnesota, Select a Country:

Extraordinary Elsewhere On View June 7, 2025 - February 1, 2026 Opening Reception: August 23, 1:00 - 5:00 PM Featured Artists: Dahm Gim, Ivonne Yáñez, Mayumi Amada, Peng Wu, Prima Jalichandra-Sakuntabhai, Rituparna Rana, Roshan Ganu, Shafrin Islam, and Ziba Rajabi Curator: Zoe Cinel This exhibition features artworks by international artists...

$5 – $21

Rochester Greek Fest | The Original Rochester Greek Fest

The Original Rochester Greek Fest 703 West Center Street, Rochester, MN

Greek Fest Is Back — And Better Than Ever! Mark your calendars for Friday, August 22 through Sunday, August 24 — it’s time for Rochester’s favorite summer tradition! Check out our website for more information!www.greekfestrochester.com  Festival Hours: Friday, August 22• Lunch (Limited Menu): 11 AM – 4 PM• Full Festival: 4 PM...

Music Downtown: Thomas, from the Shakes | Peace Plaza

Historic Third Street - corner of 1st Ave & 3rd St SW Historic Third Street - corner of 1st Ave & 3rd St SW, Rochester, United States

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...

Free

Pickup Truck Opera: The Return of King Idomeneo | Dream Acres Farm

DreamAcres Farm 17289 County Road 8, Wykoff, MN

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...

$5 – $45
Gladiolus Days | St Charles, MN

Gladiolus Days | St Charles, MN

St Charles, MN St. Charles, MN

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”...

Exhibit: Extraordinary Elsewhere | Rochester Art Center

Rochester Art Center 40 Civic Center Drive SE, Rochester, Minnesota, Select a Country:

Extraordinary Elsewhere On View June 7, 2025 - February 1, 2026 Opening Reception: August 23, 1:00 - 5:00 PM Featured Artists: Dahm Gim, Ivonne Yáñez, Mayumi Amada, Peng Wu, Prima Jalichandra-Sakuntabhai, Rituparna Rana, Roshan Ganu, Shafrin Islam, and Ziba Rajabi Curator: Zoe Cinel This exhibition features artworks by international artists...

$5 – $21

Rochester Greek Fest | The Original Rochester Greek Fest

The Original Rochester Greek Fest 703 West Center Street, Rochester, MN

Greek Fest Is Back — And Better Than Ever! Mark your calendars for Friday, August 22 through Sunday, August 24 — it’s time for Rochester’s favorite summer tradition! Check out our website for more information!www.greekfestrochester.com  Festival Hours: Friday, August 22• Lunch (Limited Menu): 11 AM – 4 PM• Full Festival: 4 PM...

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

LTS Brewing 2001 32nd Ave NW, Rochester , United States

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

Live Music by Ron Bublitz | Two Sisters Kitchen

Two Sisters Kitchen Cedar Center Avenue Southeast 1251, Oronoco, Minnesota, United States

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

Gladiolus Days | St Charles, MN

Gladiolus Days | St Charles, MN

St Charles, MN St. Charles, MN

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”...

Exhibit: Extraordinary Elsewhere | Rochester Art Center

Rochester Art Center 40 Civic Center Drive SE, Rochester, Minnesota, Select a Country:

Extraordinary Elsewhere On View June 7, 2025 - February 1, 2026 Opening Reception: August 23, 1:00 - 5:00 PM Featured Artists: Dahm Gim, Ivonne Yáñez, Mayumi Amada, Peng Wu, Prima Jalichandra-Sakuntabhai, Rituparna Rana, Roshan Ganu, Shafrin Islam, and Ziba Rajabi Curator: Zoe Cinel This exhibition features artworks by international artists...

$5 – $21

Rochester Greek Fest | The Original Rochester Greek Fest

The Original Rochester Greek Fest 703 West Center Street, Rochester, MN

Greek Fest Is Back — And Better Than Ever! Mark your calendars for Friday, August 22 through Sunday, August 24 — it’s time for Rochester’s favorite summer tradition! Check out our website for more information!www.greekfestrochester.com  Festival Hours: Friday, August 22• Lunch (Limited Menu): 11 AM – 4 PM• Full Festival: 4 PM...

Apollo Music Festival | Rochester Art Center

Rochester Art Center 40 Civic Center Drive SE, Rochester, Minnesota, Select a Country:

Beethoven’s Razumovsky String Quartet Ludwig van Beethoven String Quartet No. 7 in F major, Op. 59/1 (1808) V. Allegro VI. Allegretto vivace e sempre scherzando VII. Adagio molto e mesto VIII. Theme Russe. Allegro *commissioned by Andrey Razumovsky Learn more: https://www.apollomusicfestival.com/august-24

Free

Music Downtown: Joe Carey | Peace Plaza

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

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...

Free

Music Downtown: Luke Hendrickson | Peace Plaza

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

Luke Hendrickson has performed in more than 40 states, as well as Canada, England, and Wales...releasing 2 full-length albums which have gathered nominations from the Midwest Country Music Organization, for awards such as "Album of the Year" and "Songwriter of the Year".

Free

Exhibit: Extraordinary Elsewhere | Rochester Art Center

Rochester Art Center 40 Civic Center Drive SE, Rochester, Minnesota, Select a Country:

Extraordinary Elsewhere On View June 7, 2025 - February 1, 2026 Opening Reception: August 23, 1:00 - 5:00 PM Featured Artists: Dahm Gim, Ivonne Yáñez, Mayumi Amada, Peng Wu, Prima Jalichandra-Sakuntabhai, Rituparna Rana, Roshan Ganu, Shafrin Islam, and Ziba Rajabi Curator: Zoe Cinel This exhibition features artworks by international artists...

$5 – $21
Midweek Market

Midweek Market | 2nd Ave & 4th St NW

2nd Ave & 4th St SW 2nd Ave & 4th St SW, Rochester, United States

Neighbors, friends and family, stroll on down to the Wednesday Midweek Market downtown from 4-7PM. Shop local vendors, enjoy delicious eats and let the kids play while soaking in the live music.

Free

Open Mic Night | LTS Brewing

LTS Brewing 2001 32nd Ave NW, Rochester , United States

Head out to LTS for live music and an OPEN MIC on August 27th!

Free

Exhibit: Extraordinary Elsewhere | Rochester Art Center

Rochester Art Center 40 Civic Center Drive SE, Rochester, Minnesota, Select a Country:

Extraordinary Elsewhere On View June 7, 2025 - February 1, 2026 Opening Reception: August 23, 1:00 - 5:00 PM Featured Artists: Dahm Gim, Ivonne Yáñez, Mayumi Amada, Peng Wu, Prima Jalichandra-Sakuntabhai, Rituparna Rana, Roshan Ganu, Shafrin Islam, and Ziba Rajabi Curator: Zoe Cinel This exhibition features artworks by international artists...

$5 – $21
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

Live Music by Rebecca Tesch | Two Sisters Kitchen

Two Sisters Kitchen Cedar Center Avenue Southeast 1251, Oronoco, Minnesota, United States

Rebecca Tesch will perform live music from 6-9pm on Thursday Aug 28 at Two Sisters Kitchen + Bar in Oronoco, MN

Exhibit: Extraordinary Elsewhere | Rochester Art Center

Rochester Art Center 40 Civic Center Drive SE, Rochester, Minnesota, Select a Country:

Extraordinary Elsewhere On View June 7, 2025 - February 1, 2026 Opening Reception: August 23, 1:00 - 5:00 PM Featured Artists: Dahm Gim, Ivonne Yáñez, Mayumi Amada, Peng Wu, Prima Jalichandra-Sakuntabhai, Rituparna Rana, Roshan Ganu, Shafrin Islam, and Ziba Rajabi Curator: Zoe Cinel This exhibition features artworks by international artists...

$5 – $21

Exhibit: Extraordinary Elsewhere | Rochester Art Center

Rochester Art Center 40 Civic Center Drive SE, Rochester, Minnesota, Select a Country:

Extraordinary Elsewhere On View June 7, 2025 - February 1, 2026 Opening Reception: August 23, 1:00 - 5:00 PM Featured Artists: Dahm Gim, Ivonne Yáñez, Mayumi Amada, Peng Wu, Prima Jalichandra-Sakuntabhai, Rituparna Rana, Roshan Ganu, Shafrin Islam, and Ziba Rajabi Curator: Zoe Cinel This exhibition features artworks by international artists...

$5 – $21

Llive Music by Tim Dallman | Two Sisters Kitchen

Two Sisters Kitchen Cedar Center Avenue Southeast 1251, Oronoco, Minnesota, United States

Tim Dallman will perform live music from 6-9pm on Saturday Aug 30 at Two Sisters Kitchen + Bar in Oronoco, MN