Rochester Local

Cover 2 Cover Book Club | Rochester Public Library

Rochester Public Library , Select a Country:

Join us each month to discuss a popular book you'll want to read cover to cover. This month we'll be reading The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store by James McBride. To register please contact Lynette Perry the groups host at lperry@rplmn.org

Free

LTS BINGO | LTS Brewing Company

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

BINGO! Join us 7-9 p.m. for your chance to win prizes at FREE BINGO!!! All ages are welcome to play!

Free

BINGO | LTS Brewing

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

There's free BINGO every other Tuesday at LTS! If you like to have a good time, come on out!

Free

Trivia Night | EVEN Kitchen & Bar

EVEN Hotel Rochester 101 11th Avenue SW, Rochester, MN, United States

Join the Fun at DJTRIVIA! Get ready to test your knowledge and have a blast every Wednesday night at 7 PM! Head over to the EVEN Kitchen and Bar inside our Rochester's Dual Brand EVEN Hotel and Staybridge Suites for a night filled with excitement and friendly competition. Win Big...

Art and Us – Littles (4-7 yrs) | St. Mary’s University Rochester Campus

2900 19th St NW, Rochester, MN 55901 St. Mary's University Rochester Campus 2900 19th St NW, Rochester, United States

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...

$16 – $196

Art and Us – Littles (4-7 yrs) | St. Mary’s University Rochester Campus

2900 19th St NW, Rochester, MN 55901 St. Mary's University Rochester Campus 2900 19th St NW, Rochester, United States

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...

$16 – $196

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...

Arts and Us – Bigs (8-12 years) | St. Mary’s University Rochester Campus

2900 19th St NW, Rochester, MN 55901 St. Mary's University Rochester Campus 2900 19th St NW, Rochester, United States

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...

$18 – $194

LTS Plant Swap | LTS Brewing

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

What is a Plant Swap? A Plant Swap is simply an event where fellow plant owners can come together to swap their plants! We've all got some plants we could part with...but why not get a new one to spruce up your space in the process? It's simple: bring a...

Free

Figure Drawing | Rochester Art Center

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

Wednesday, May 21 6 - 8 PM (Doors open at 5:45 PM) Open to all artists and art enthusiasts ages 18+, from beginner to expert, this uninstructed session includes a live, nude and/or semi-clothed model, starting with short gestural poses and moving into longer holds. Work time is self-directed with...

$18

Puzzle Night + Swap | Historic Chateau Theater

Historic Chateau Theatre 15 1st Street Southwest, Rochester, MN, United States

Calling all puzzle lovers! All are welcome at Puzzle Night at the Chateau Theatre. Meet other jigsaw enthusiasts for non-competitive puzzling and puzzle swapping. Put together one of the puzzles provided or bring your own. If participating in the swap, bring puzzles to exchange with others and go home with...

Free

Spanish Conversation Group | Rochester Public Library

Rochester Public Library 101 2nd St. SE , Rochester, United States

Join us for casual conversation in Spanish! All levels are welcome; native speakers also encouraged. This program is a partnership with the Rochester MN Spanish Conversation Group.

Free

Trivia Mafia | Little Thistle Brewing

Little Thistle Brewing 2031 14th Street NW, Rochester, MN

https://www.triviamafia.com/thistle Trivia every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. - PLUS - The last Wednesday of EVERY month, Little Thistle has teamed up with the Post Bulletin and for PB Trivia Night! During the usual halftime break, a PB guest host will fire off questions Pulled From The Pages Of This Month’s...

Free

Trivia Night | Kinney Creek Brewery

Kinney Creek Brewery 1016 7th St NW, Rochester, MN, United States

Join America's Pub Quiz in the Kinney Creek Brewery taproom for general trivia, every Wednesday at 7pm! Free to play, no team size limit. Prizes awarded to the top 3 teams - will you be our next champion?!

Free

Exhibition: Celebrations in Fiber | Rochester Art Center

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

On View March 12, 2025 - March 31, 2026 Opening Reception | Friday, April 4, 4:00 - 6:00 PM Rochester Art Center is proud to present Celebrations in Fiber, a group exhibition by the Zumbro River Fiber Arts Guild, on view in the Entry Gallery from March 12, 2025 to...

English Conversation Group | Rochester Public Library

Rochester Public Library , Select a Country:

Enjoy a casual hour with new friends in the Library auditorium as you practice your English language or conversational skills. All ages and skill levels are welcome to attend. We will have a conversation circle for adults as well as space for children and families to play and talk together.

Free

Raw Foods & Raw Wines | Bleu Duck Kitchen

Bleu Duck Kitchen 14 4th Street SW, Rochester, MN, United States

Join us for a special evening of raw foods and wines with wine experts Tyler Melton and our very own Darren Tieder. We'll enjoy five gourmet bites paired with five exceptional wines. Please note that this will not be a formal sit-down dinner, but rather a relaxed, casual gathering. Get...

$90

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...

The Creative Studio | Rochester Art Center

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

Fridays & Saturdays, 11am - 3:30pm | through May The Creative Studio provides art making activities for visitors of all ages, inviting them to engage their imaginations and turn ideas into artwork. Visitors can participate in self-led art activities inspired by the exhibitions and artwork currently on view at the...

Free – $5

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,...

Perennial & Annual Plant Sale | Rochester, MN

915 9 Ave. NW 915 9 Ave. NW, Rochester, MN, United States

Come join us for our huge plant sale! Our girls have dug up over 30 varieties of perennial plants from our yard to raise funds for their high school band trip to Disney next year! We also have several houseplants, annuals, driftwood wall hangings, fairy gardens, and driftwood succulent planters....

Free

LIVE MUSIC – DnA | Two Sisters Kitchen + Bar

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

Local Musicians, Dave and Alyssa (DnA), will perform from 6-9pm at Two Sisters Kitchen + Bar in Oronoco, MN

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...

The Creative Studio | Rochester Art Center

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

Fridays & Saturdays, 11am - 3:30pm | through May The Creative Studio provides art making activities for visitors of all ages, inviting them to engage their imaginations and turn ideas into artwork. Visitors can participate in self-led art activities inspired by the exhibitions and artwork currently on view at the...

Free – $5

Cookie Decorating Class | BRYK on Broadway

BRYK on Broadway 401 Broadway Ave N, Rochester, United States

Join Becca to learn the basics of working with royal icing! This class will provide you with everything needed complete 6 of your very own masterpieces to take home! Key details: $45 per person. Ages 15+ recommended (younger considered based on skill set). Limited number of seats available. Sign up...

$45

High School Climb Night | Roca

Roca Climbing and Fitness 6071 Rome Circle NW, Rochester, United States

Discounted day pass for high school students! Every Saturday night during the school year, high school students (14+) can climb from 5pm-8pm for just $15 (tax included) w/ rental harness & shoes included! Meet new friends, bring your friends or come in by yourself and hang out all while exercising...

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)

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...

Origami Club | Rochester Public Library

Rochester Public Library , Select a Country:

Join us to practice your origami skills with other enthusiasts. All ages and skill levels welcome.

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

Naturescapes | Miss Angie’s Place

Miss Angie's Place 222 S Main St, Pine Island, MN, United States

Every day is an adventure at Naturescapes! The primary focus is engagement with the outdoors. Children will discover and explore the wonders of nature in their very own community by walking to local parks and learning about biology, geology, and history through guided activities. Who || Children ages 3-14* (must...

$35.00

Meet the Doulas: Find the Right Support for Your Birth + Recovery | People’s Food Co-op

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

Expecting a baby and wondering how a doula can support you? People's Food Co-op is proud to partner with Med City Doulas to bring you this relaxed, speed-date-style event where you can meet local doulas, ask questions, and connect with the right support for your birth and postpartum recovery. Enjoy...

Free

Craft & Chat for Adults: Knotted Pantry Bag | Rochester Public Library

Rochester Public Library , Select a Country:

Join us to watch a class from Creativebug and follow along to create your own pantry bag. Add style to any corner of your kitchen using a simple macrame technique. This class is for Adults only and is first-come, first-served with a limit of 20 participants.

Free