Rochester Local

Storytime | White Oaks Park

White Oaks Park 4597 55th Street Park NW, Rochester MN, MN, United States

Join us for an outdoor storytime at White Oaks Park near the playground (4597 55th St. NW) Outdoor seating - bring your own blanket. This storytime will be canceled in inclement weather.

Free

Farm Friday! | Red Barn Learning Farm

Red Barn Learning Farm 27251 State Hwy 30, Hayfield, MN, United States

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...

Farm Friday! | Red Barn Learning Farm

Red Barn Learning Farm 27251 State Hwy 30, Hayfield, MN, United States

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...

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

Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift | Rochester Art Center

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

Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift On View June 1 – September 28, 2025 Artist Spotlight Tour | July 19 at 1pm Rochester Art Center is proud to present a captivating new exhibition by acclaimed glass artist and third-generation farmer Mick Meilahn. Known for his striking sculpture installations, Meilahn explores the complex...

$5 – $21

MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: “Nostalgic Escapism” | Rochester Art Center

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

MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: "Nostalgic Escapism" On View June 14 – October 5, 2025 Jurors: Kalianne Morrison, LaVanda Mireles, Zoe Cinel Spotlight Tour: June 14 at 1pm Rochester Art Center presents a solo exhibition of paintings and sculptures by artist MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk. Mitzuk’s exhibition proposal was selected through a juried...

$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

Thrift Pop Up | LTS Brewing

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

A curated selection of women's clothing (lots of shorts, tanks, Summer dresses, etc.) & accessories. Everything from vintage to modern - gently used & some new with tags (but still thrifted!) New inventory added each pop up so keep an eye out for more thrift pop up events at LTS...

Free

Storytime | Cascade Lake Park

Cascade Lake Park Rochester, MN, United States

Join us for an outdoor storytime at Cascade Lake Park (88 23rd Ave. SW). Arrive early to visit the bookmobil which will be available 2:45 - 3:45 pm.

Free

LIVE MUSIC – Blue Dirt Road | LTS

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

Come out to enjoy LIVE MUSIC at LTS on June 20th! Blue Dirt Road will be performing from 6-8, and this will coincide with the release of a hard seltzer flight. Stop on out!

Free

Stanied Glass Window Cling | Art Heads Emporium

Art Heads Emporium 317 S Broadway, Rochestet, United States

Join us in Downtown Rochester to create your own stained glass window cling! In this class you will be lead in a step by step guide to creating your own stained glass looking window cling. There will be a selection of templates to choose from. With a wide variety of...

Rochester Farmers Market | Graham Park

Graham Park

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,...

Buckthorn Removal | Northern Heights Park

Northern Heights Park near 817 Northern Hills Dr NE - TRAILHEAD, Rochester, MN, United States

Come join us for a fun morning of buckthorn removal at Northern Heights Park. Seriously, it's way more fun than you'd think when getting together with others who appreciate nature & know how good this gem of a city park will feel when freed of some of this invasive species!...

Free

Storytime | Quarry Hill Nature Center

Quarry Hill Nature Center 701 Silver Creek Road NE, Rochester, United States

Join us at Quarry Hill Nature Center's outdoor pavilion for a spacial storytime at 9:30 am. In the event of inclement weather this program will move to an indoor classroom.

Free

Fresh Air Fitness – Zumba | The Deck – Downtown Rochester

The Deck Broadway Ave S. next to the Zumbro Market Parking Lot, Rochester, MN, United States

Zumba Location: "The Deck" Located right on the Zumbro Riverfront just off of Broadway Ave S. next to the Zumbro Market Parking Lot Time: Saturdays, 10:00am - 11:00am More classes to be announced soon!   Anyone can go to the gym. Enjoy nature with these free outdoor fitness classes while reducing stress, increasing...

Mayowood Historic Home Tours | Mayowood Mansion

Mayowood Mansion 3720 Mayowood Road SW, Rochester, 55902

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 achievements in...

Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift | Rochester Art Center

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

Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift On View June 1 – September 28, 2025 Artist Spotlight Tour | July 19 at 1pm Rochester Art Center is proud to present a captivating new exhibition by acclaimed glass artist and third-generation farmer Mick Meilahn. Known for his striking sculpture installations, Meilahn explores the complex...

$5 – $21

MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: “Nostalgic Escapism” | Rochester Art Center

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

MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: "Nostalgic Escapism" On View June 14 – October 5, 2025 Jurors: Kalianne Morrison, LaVanda Mireles, Zoe Cinel Spotlight Tour: June 14 at 1pm Rochester Art Center presents a solo exhibition of paintings and sculptures by artist MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk. Mitzuk’s exhibition proposal was selected through a juried...

$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

Beaded Sun-catcher class | Art Heads Emporium

Art Heads Emporium 317 S Broadway, Rochestet, United States

Join us in Downtown Rochester for a new class! ✷ BEADED SUN-CATCHER ✷ During this class you will be instructed on how to create your own Beaded Sun-catcher.Your instructor will have a selection of images that you can put onto your piece including— Cherries, Butterfly, Star, Lemon, Moon, Eye, Flower,...

LIVE MUSIC – Farmstead BBQ | History Center of Olmsted County

History Center of Olmsted County 1195 West Circle Dr SW, Rochester, MN, United States

Step back in time at our 1860s Stoppel Farmstead and enjoy tours of our newly restored and renovated barn and smokehouse. Live music from Raven's Fire, and games for kids of all ages. BBQ sandwiches from Smoak available for purchase, and much more. Admission is free for all.

Admission is free for all.

RavensFire Band at Farmstead Barbeque | History Center of Olmsted County

History Center of Olmsted County 1195 West Circle Dr SW, Rochester, MN, United States

Step back in time at the 1860s Stoppel Farmstead and enjoy tours of the newly restored and renovated barn and smokehouse. Live music from RavensFire, and games for kids of all ages. BBQ sandwiches from Smoak available for purchase, and much more. Admission is free for all. The RavensFire Band...

Free

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

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

Family-Fun Barn Dance | RideAbility

RideAbility 10038 County Road 5 NW, PineIsland, MN, United States

Horseback rides, horse-drawn wagon rides with Lazy K Percherons, hot dogs (etc.), silent auction, barn dancing with Avin Sherman and more. Horse activities are 3-5 pm, Dancing starts at 6pm, so come for the whole night or a short time. There are suggested donations for horse rides, wagon rides and...

Summer Sunset Paint Class | Art Heads Emporium

Art Heads Emporium 317 S Broadway, Rochestet, United States

Join us for a guided Summer Sunset Inspired paint class in Historic Downtown Rochester!We 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...

Event Series Yoga at the Co-op

Yoga at the Co-op | People’s Food Co-op

People's Food Co-op 519 First Avenue S, Rochester, MN, United States

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...

Donation Based (pay what you can)

Salsa Night | Los Arcos Mexican Restaurant

Los Arcos South 7386 Airport View Dr SW, Rochester, United States

📍 Los Arcos Mexican Restaurant (South) – 7386 Airport View Dr SW, Rochester, MN ⏰ 9:00 PM – Late 🎵 What to Expect: ✅ No Cover! ✅ Salsa Rueda Class at 9:00 PM with the vibrant Rochester Salsa Community—start the night with some fresh moves! ✅ A mix of Salsa,...

Free

Mayowood Historic Home Tours | Mayowood Mansion

Mayowood Mansion 3720 Mayowood Road SW, Rochester, 55902

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 achievements in...

Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift | Rochester Art Center

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

Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift On View June 1 – September 28, 2025 Artist Spotlight Tour | July 19 at 1pm Rochester Art Center is proud to present a captivating new exhibition by acclaimed glass artist and third-generation farmer Mick Meilahn. Known for his striking sculpture installations, Meilahn explores the complex...

$5 – $21

MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: “Nostalgic Escapism” | Rochester Art Center

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

MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: "Nostalgic Escapism" On View June 14 – October 5, 2025 Jurors: Kalianne Morrison, LaVanda Mireles, Zoe Cinel Spotlight Tour: June 14 at 1pm Rochester Art Center presents a solo exhibition of paintings and sculptures by artist MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk. Mitzuk’s exhibition proposal was selected through a juried...

$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

Queer Art Market | Art Heads Emporium

Art Heads Emporium 317 S Broadway, Rochestet, United States

Out Rochester is celebrating 5 years !! Join us for a Queer Art Market in the Emporium to celebrate! Shop art, gifts and more made by 14 LGBTQ+ artists in the Rochester, MN area. Everyone is welcome to attend! We will be welcoming the following vendors //* Out Rochester* Small...

Free

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
Event Series Dancing Downtown

Dancing Downtown | Peace Plaza Downtown

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

Rochester Downtown Alliance is proud to bring FREE group dance lessons to Downtown on Monday evenings from 6-8pm in Peace Plaza! Whether you're an experienced dancer or have never put on your dancing shoes, come enjoy a fun evening of dancing, brought to you by instructors from our local USA...

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