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. | Molly Maher and Her Disbelievers A staple of the Midwest music scene, Molly...
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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...
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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 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...
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Family Kickball & Picnic Date: Sunday, July 28th, 2025 Time: 5:30 PM Location: Harts Farms Park – 2061 Gemini Dr SW, Rochester, MN 55902-4135, United States near 3374 Odyssey Dr SW, Rochester, MN Join us for an evening of fun, food, and friendly competition! We'll be gathering for a relaxed community picnic followed... |
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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 Downtown brings live music to the Peace Plaza and other downtown locations,...
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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...
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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 night concerts on Historic Third...
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“honeygrl” is the brain child of Minnesota native Abbey Doerre. This alter ego was born out of a deep love for music, connection, and celebrating one another’s identities. Throughout the past two years Doerre has established her place in the Rochester/Minneapolis music scene as a creative force to be reckoned...
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“honeygrl” is the brain child of Minnesota native Abbey Doerre. This alter ego was born out of a deep love for music, connection, and celebrating one another’s identities. Throughout the past two years Doerre has established her place in the Rochester/Minneapolis music scene as a creative force to be reckoned...
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Hey kids, come on down to the beach for fun activities to learn about nature at Whitewater State Park!
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7:00 p.m. Guvenc & Burk Orchestra performs at the Discovery Walk Stage. Meet the Artist Guvenc & Burk Orchestra blends Turkish melodies, jazz, and improvisation into a sound that’s expansive, expressive, and deeply collaborative. Their music moves between cultures and styles, weaving together traditional roots and contemporary expression to create something entirely... Get ready to travel the globe, no passport required! Passport Sessions, a free outdoor concert series, is back this summer to bring the vibrant sounds of world music to downtown Rochester. Held in partnership with the Rochester Downtown Alliance’s Thursdays Downtown event, this unique series celebrates cultural connection, storytelling and community through live... |
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Survivors reception 4:30 - 5:45Opening Ceremony and 1st lap 6:00.Luminary Program 8:00.Music, Silent auction, BINGO, food, petting zoo and much more throughout the night. 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...
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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 Downtown brings live music to the Peace Plaza...
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Sothea Lam of Push and Turn plays music that consists of beatboxing and adding layers of guitar and bass that will have you grooving in your seat. The music exploits positivity, and attendees appreciate the inclusive and danceable approach. Music Downtown brings live music to the Peace Plaza and other...
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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,...
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Coyote Creek Outdoors Hosts 4th Annual Outdoor Sports Show – A Free, Family-Friendly Event for the Entire Community Rochester, MN – Coyote Creek Outdoors is excited to announce our 4th Annual Coyote Creek Outdoor Sports Show, happening on Saturday, August 2nd from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. This highly anticipated...
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Becky Schlegel Wake is an award-winning singer-songwriter, who combines, classic country, contemporary folk, and Bluegrass influences to craft a modern Americana sound that is uniquely her own. This program is presented by Rochester Downtown Alliance with support from Mayo Clinic, Altra Federal Credit Union, Olmsted Medical Center. The series is...
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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. | Desdamona and The Orange Goodness Hip-hop meets indie funk in this powerhouse double... 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...
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Husband 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...
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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...
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The Sudd Brothers are a folk/americana duo from Rochester, MN featuring Chris Roberts and Erik Jones. The Sudd Brothers invite you into a winding world of classic Americana tones, introspective songs, and a variety of acoustic versions of pop-rock hits. Join us for an easygoing music experience full of stories,...
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The Sudd Brothers are a folk/americana duo from Rochester, MN featuring Chris Roberts and Erik Jones. The Sudd Brothers invite you into a winding world of classic Americana tones, introspective songs, and a variety of acoustic versions of pop-rock hits. Join us for an easygoing music experience full of stories,...
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Garden Tigers takes Americana songwriting to the cosmos, blending it with elements of space rock and psychedelia to create a unique musical experience. 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...
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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...
$18
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Clay Fulton is a singer-songwriter from Rochester, MN. With his songwriting falling under the genres of Americana and Roots Rock, he draws his influence from classic folk singers up to more modern Indie Rock bands. He balances smart storytelling with serious but playful musical arrangements to support them. Clay wants...
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Chris Tauzell is the leader of the local rock band Amateur. With a soaring voice that can capture the ear of any passerby. He brings a wide variety of genres when it comes to his covers and original songs, heart felt country and R&B to the most driving of rock...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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....
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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,...
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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... |
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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... 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...
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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...
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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... |
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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... |
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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,... Join Us for a Just Between Friends Rochester Play Date! Looking for a fun and free summer outing? Come hang out with us at the Field of Fun Playground at Soldiers Field in Rochester, MN! Dates:• Saturday, July 26 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM• Saturday, August 16 | 10:00... |
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Dig 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...
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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...
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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... 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...
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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...
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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...
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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... |
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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,...
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Join us for our newest paint class —Moonlight Walk 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... |
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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... |
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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... |
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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... |
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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,...
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Join us for a guided paint class in Downtown Rochester!Eileen 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,... |
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Dig 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...
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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... |
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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,... |
