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Event Series Exhibit: Extraordinary Elsewhere | Rochester Art Center

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

LIVE MUSIC – Music on the Plaza: Triple Berry Pie | Peace Plaza Downtown

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

Triple Berry Pie is a trio of women singing three-part harmony. Each performance features a variety of genres from The Indigo Girls to the The Andrew Sisters, modern pop to 1960's classics. Anjanette Bandel, Ruth Casper and Karen Masbruch have been singing together since 2016. They are accompanied by Susan...

Free
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LIVE MUSIC – Beth Bombara w/ Becky Schlegel, FORWARD Park Concerts | Allendale Park

Allendale Park 1895 Allendale Park Lane Northwest, Rochester, MN, United States

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. | Becky Schlegel 6:30 p.m. | Beth Bombara About FORWARD Park Concerts...

Event Series Exhibit: Extraordinary Elsewhere | Rochester Art Center

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
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

LIVE MUSIC – Music on the Plaza: Luke Hendrickson | Peace Plaza Downtown

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". Music on the Plaza brings live music to...

Free
Event Series Exhibit: Extraordinary Elsewhere | Rochester Art Center

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
Event Series Exhibit: Extraordinary Elsewhere | Rochester Art Center

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

6th Annual GoodStock | Good Earth Village

Good Earth Village 25303 Old Town Dr, Spring Valley, MN, United States

We are excited to celebrate our 6th Annual GoodStock at Good Earth Village this weekend! GoodStock is a time to celebrate one our most important values, community! Everyone is welcome to join us on Saturday, June 21st- Sunday, June 22nd for another fun-filled weekend of faith, fun, and music. We...

Free
Event Series Exhibit: Extraordinary Elsewhere | Rochester Art Center

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

LIVE MUSIC – Music on the Plaza: Nancy Tobiason-Kramer Music | Peace Plaza Downtown

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

Nancy 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 on the Plaza brings live music to the...

Free

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

LIVE MUSIC – Resounding Voices | Rochesterfest

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

Resounding Voices is a community chorus that brings people with dementia, care partners and volunteer singers together. We use group singing as a tool to help those living with dementia and the people caring for them find purpose, connection, support and joy. Our carefully designed rehearsals create a caring, judgement-free...

LIVE MUSIC – Music Downtown: Joel Ward | Peace Plaza Downtown

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

Joel 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

LIVE MUSIC – The Preserves Band | Rochesterfest

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

For your pleasure-A mix of music from the 50’s,  60’s, 70,s Classic rock, blues, and country Jeanna Lake -vocals Wayne Owen -guitar Lora Lee Bray-keyboards, bass Nathaniel Lind -drums

LIVE MUSIC – Salsa del Soul | Rochesterfest

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

Salsa del Soul is a Twin Cities-based, nine-piece orchestra performing various styles of dance music from the Spanish-speaking regions of the Caribbean. Salsa del Soul was formed with the purpose to provide great dance music for Twin Cities Salsa fans. The musicians of Salsa del Soul represent some of the...

LIVE MUSIC – Music on the Plaza: Luke Hendrickson | Peace Plaza Downtown

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". Music on the Plaza brings live music to...

Free

LIVE MUSIC – Soul Train’s LaSonya Natividad | Rochesterfest

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

The Soul Train is a premier soul and funk band hailing from Rochester Minnesota. The Soul Trail was established in 2020 by founding members LaSonya Natividad and Rocky Schultz. This outstanding band is sure to make you move and groove while covering 7 decades of soul’s favorites with a dabble...

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 Exhibit: Extraordinary Elsewhere | Rochester Art Center

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

LIVE MUSIC – Swing Street | Rochesterfest

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

Swing Street is a 17-piece jazz band based in southeast Minnesota with a repertoire including hits from Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Glenn Miller, Stan Kenton, Buddy Rich, Woody Herman, Arturo Sandoval, Gordon Goodwin, and many more!

LIVE MUSIC – The Gopher Tones | Rochesterfest

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

The Gopher Tones are a South Eastern Minnesota blues rock band that coalesce behind the dynamic vocals of Craig Tangen, seasoned Detroit keyboardist Mick Zampogna, and the Minnesota Blues Hall of Fame guitar stylings of Tom Kochie. Rounding out the rhythm section are groovemasters Brian Engan on drums and Tim Scribner on...

LIVE MUSIC – Music on the Plaza: Paul Plays Covers | Peace Plaza 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 on the Plaza brings live music to the Peace Plaza, encouraging passers by to enjoy the music of local artists over weekday lunch and happy...

Free

LIVE MUSIC – fABBAulous | Rochesterfest

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

Join Us for an Unforgettable Night of ABBA Magic at Rochesterfest! Indulge in the mesmerizing melodies, infectious energy, and iconic hits that made ABBA a global sensation. Join us for a concert experience like no other as fABBAulous takes the stage, delivering pitch-perfect renditions of all your favorite ABBA classics.

Event Series LIVE MUSIC – Jae Havoc and The Make Believe Friends | Rochesterfest

LIVE MUSIC – Jae Havoc and The Make Believe Friends | Rochesterfest

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

Jae Havoc (aka Joe McShan) is a Rochester, MN-based emcee and producer known for his sharp lyricism, dynamic storytelling, and genre-blending sound. Rooted in hip-hop but influenced by everything from punk rock and jazz to soul and metal, his music defies expectations while staying true to his raw, honest approach....

Event Series Exhibit: Extraordinary Elsewhere | Rochester Art Center

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
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

LIVE MUSIC – Honky Tonk Happy Hour | Rochesterfest

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

Honky Tonk Happy Hour! Get your boots on and we’ll go honky tonkin’ round this town. This toe-tapping country dance band is coming to you… get ready to dance the night away. Featuring classics from Emmy Lou Harris to Waylon Jennings to Merle Haggard. YeeHaw!

LIVE MUSIC – High 48’s Bluegrass Band | Rochesterfest

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

The award winning, High 48s Bluegrass Band, is teaming up with Becky Schlegel, combining their high-energy modern bluegrass sound with Schlegel’s soulful singing and her sophisticated take on three-chords-and-the-truth country songwriting. Music at its finest.  Bluegrass meet Country meets Americana.

LIVE MUSIC – Music on the Plaza: Ben Gateno | Peace Plaza Downtown

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

A native of southern Minnesota, guitarist Ben Gateno earned Master’s and Doctoral degrees in performance from the Eastman School of Music in Rochester, NY. A versatile musician, Ben enjoys presenting solo guitar programs that feature a wide range of styles and genres, with a special emphasis on classical, country blues,...

Free
Event Series Exhibit: Extraordinary Elsewhere | Rochester Art Center

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

LIVE MUSIC – Amanda Grace | Rochesterfest

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

Amanda is a Minnesota native and has released music drifting between folk, alt- pop/rock and Americana. With roots as a pianist, her writing is thematically varied with an emphasis on melody; with ballads wrapped in warm vocals. In 2016 she received a Front Of The Line Pass from The Voice...

LIVE MUSIC – Uptown Jazz | Rochesterfest

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

Uptown Jazz, is southeast Minnesota's premier little big band. Our band features six horns, a full rhythm section and two vocalists bringing you the most popular songs from many jazz eras. From the crooning sounds of Frank Sinatra and Michael Buble, to the swinging jazz styles of Ella Fitzgerald and...

LIVE MUSIC – Chris Mims | LTS Brewing

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

Catch the musical talents of Chris Mims at LTS on June 27th! Always a crowd favorite and very interactive! He'll be playing from 5-8PM, free to attend!

Free

LIVE MUSIC – Rockin Hep Cats | Rochesterfest

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

The Rockin' Hep Cats are an authentic tribute band that specializes in the American roots music of R&B, Rockabilly, and Country & Western. Step back in time to the mid to late 1950's and discover the history of what a Rock N Roll Concert was like! From Elvis Presley to...

LIVE MUSIC – Night Moves | Historic Chateau

Chateau Theatre 15 1st. St. SW, Rochester, United States

Treedome Presents: Night Moves at the Historic Chateau Theatre with support from Porch Light and Muun Bato Friday, June 27, 6:00pm Doors // 7:00pm Show $25 adv. // $35 dos // All Ages NIGHT MOVES: Minneaplis psych rock mainstays, Night Moves, bring their new album to us ahead of their...

$25 – $35
Event Series LIVE MUSIC – Jae Havoc and The Make Believe Friends | Rochesterfest

LIVE MUSIC – Jae Havoc and The Make Believe Friends | Rochesterfest

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

Jae Havoc (aka Joe McShan) is a Rochester, MN-based emcee and producer known for his sharp lyricism, dynamic storytelling, and genre-blending sound. Rooted in hip-hop but influenced by everything from punk rock and jazz to soul and metal, his music defies expectations while staying true to his raw, honest approach....

Event Series Exhibit: Extraordinary Elsewhere | Rochester Art Center

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

LIVE MUSIC – Sister Luv | Rochesterfest

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

Sister Luv is more than just a musical ensemble; it is a vibrant tapestry woven from the talents and passions of three generations, creating an unforgettable entertainment experience. With a diverse repertoire that spans decades—from the captivating melodies of the 1920s to the infectious pop hits of the 1980s, and...

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LIVE MUSIC – Incognito | Rochesterfest

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

Prepare to be dazzled by the incredible sounds of Incognito, as they take the stage for a night of unforgettable music and entertainment! Get ready to immerse yourself in a sonic experience like no other, as Incognito brings their unique blend of genres, captivating rhythms, and soulful melodies to the...

LIVE MUSIC – Brews & Grooves | LTS Brewing

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

Following the Bow Wow Luau, stick around for a live music event at LTS! We'll have bands playing starting at 6!

Free
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