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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
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
Corn on the Cob Days | Plainview, MN

Corn on the Cob Days | Plainview, MN

Plainview MN Plainview, MN

Corn on the Cob Days August 13-17, 2025   Parade Online Entry Form Edit your parade entry Events for this year! View pictures from past events List of Last Years Events Lakeside Foods Corn on the Cob Days Facts Parade entries (Staff only) Entertainment in 2025 Don't forget the parade!...

Social Worker Hours | Rochester Public Library

A GPS Social Worker is available at the library to connect you to local resources for housing, food, employment, health, safety and other community services. Stop by at the Community Corner on the 2nd Floor of the library.

QuizBang! Trivia at Thesis Beer Project

QuizBang! Trivia | Thesis Beer Project

Thesis Beer Project 1929 2nd St SW, Rochester, MN, United States

Join Host Danny Parker weekly for fast-paced and light-hearted trivia! Each week, rounds start at 6 & 7 pm that last one hour. Along with an 8 pm bonus round! Come see if you have what it takes to be a QuizBang Champion and take home some sweet beer prizes!

Free

Teacher Appreciation Month | SEA LIFE at Mall of America

SEA LIFE at Mall of America SEA LIFE Minnesota Aquarium, Mall of America, 120 East Broadway, Bloomington, MN, United States

Calling all Teachers! We’re extending our gratitude to all the dedicated teachers by offering free admission during Teacher Appreciation Month. All through August, teachers receive FREE entry plus 30% off for their friends and family-up to six (6) guests. Purchase in advance to reserve your time slot. To redeem a...

Gold Rush Days | Downtown Oronoco, MN

Gold Rush Days | Downtown Oronoco, MN

Downtown Oronoco Gold Rush Days North Minnesota Avenue, Oronoco, Minnesota, United States

Join us for the 53rd Annual 3 day antique show and flea market event Downtown Oronoco! Call 507-367-2111 to register your booth or food truck, or SAVE THE DATE and bring your friends! it's going to be a ROCKIN' good time!

Farm Friday! | Red Barn Learning Farm

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...

Corn on the Cob Days | Plainview, MN

Corn on the Cob Days | Plainview, MN

Plainview MN Plainview, MN

Corn on the Cob Days August 13-17, 2025   Parade Online Entry Form Edit your parade entry Events for this year! View pictures from past events List of Last Years Events Lakeside Foods Corn on the Cob Days Facts Parade entries (Staff only) Entertainment in 2025 Don't forget the parade!...

Spring Valley Ag Days | Spring Valley, MN

Spring Valley Ag Days | Spring Valley, MN

Spring Valley, MN Spring Valley, MN

Week‑Long Schedule (e.g., Aug 11–17, 2025)– Community picnic & cookouts– Antique tractor shows, quilt & flower displays– Cruise night, softball tournaments & tractor pulls Family Fun at South Park & Downtown– Bounce houses, foam parties (ages 10 & under, and older kids)– Water‑balloon wars, caricatures, virtual gaming trailer– Beer gardens...

Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift

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

Teacher Appreciation Month | SEA LIFE at Mall of America

SEA LIFE at Mall of America SEA LIFE Minnesota Aquarium, Mall of America, 120 East Broadway, Bloomington, MN, United States

Calling all Teachers! We’re extending our gratitude to all the dedicated teachers by offering free admission during Teacher Appreciation Month. All through August, teachers receive FREE entry plus 30% off for their friends and family-up to six (6) guests. Purchase in advance to reserve your time slot. To redeem a...

Rochester Farmers Market | Graham Park

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,...

Gold Rush Days | Downtown Oronoco, MN

Gold Rush Days | Downtown Oronoco, MN

Downtown Oronoco Gold Rush Days North Minnesota Avenue, Oronoco, Minnesota, United States

Join us for the 53rd Annual 3 day antique show and flea market event Downtown Oronoco! Call 507-367-2111 to register your booth or food truck, or SAVE THE DATE and bring your friends! it's going to be a ROCKIN' good time!

Corn on the Cob Days | Plainview, MN

Corn on the Cob Days | Plainview, MN

Plainview MN Plainview, MN

Corn on the Cob Days August 13-17, 2025   Parade Online Entry Form Edit your parade entry Events for this year! View pictures from past events List of Last Years Events Lakeside Foods Corn on the Cob Days Facts Parade entries (Staff only) Entertainment in 2025 Don't forget the parade!...

Spring Valley Ag Days | Spring Valley, MN

Spring Valley Ag Days | Spring Valley, MN

Spring Valley, MN Spring Valley, MN

Week‑Long Schedule (e.g., Aug 11–17, 2025)– Community picnic & cookouts– Antique tractor shows, quilt & flower displays– Cruise night, softball tournaments & tractor pulls Family Fun at South Park & Downtown– Bounce houses, foam parties (ages 10 & under, and older kids)– Water‑balloon wars, caricatures, virtual gaming trailer– Beer gardens...

Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift

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
Drop-In Tours | Rochester Art Center

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
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)

Teacher Appreciation Month | SEA LIFE at Mall of America

SEA LIFE at Mall of America SEA LIFE Minnesota Aquarium, Mall of America, 120 East Broadway, Bloomington, MN, United States

Calling all Teachers! We’re extending our gratitude to all the dedicated teachers by offering free admission during Teacher Appreciation Month. All through August, teachers receive FREE entry plus 30% off for their friends and family-up to six (6) guests. Purchase in advance to reserve your time slot. To redeem a...

Gold Rush Days | Downtown Oronoco, MN

Gold Rush Days | Downtown Oronoco, MN

Downtown Oronoco Gold Rush Days North Minnesota Avenue, Oronoco, Minnesota, United States

Join us for the 53rd Annual 3 day antique show and flea market event Downtown Oronoco! Call 507-367-2111 to register your booth or food truck, or SAVE THE DATE and bring your friends! it's going to be a ROCKIN' good time!

Spring Valley Ag Days | Spring Valley, MN

Spring Valley Ag Days | Spring Valley, MN

Spring Valley, MN Spring Valley, MN

Week‑Long Schedule (e.g., Aug 11–17, 2025)– Community picnic & cookouts– Antique tractor shows, quilt & flower displays– Cruise night, softball tournaments & tractor pulls Family Fun at South Park & Downtown– Bounce houses, foam parties (ages 10 & under, and older kids)– Water‑balloon wars, caricatures, virtual gaming trailer– Beer gardens...

Corn on the Cob Days | Plainview, MN

Corn on the Cob Days | Plainview, MN

Plainview MN Plainview, MN

Corn on the Cob Days August 13-17, 2025   Parade Online Entry Form Edit your parade entry Events for this year! View pictures from past events List of Last Years Events Lakeside Foods Corn on the Cob Days Facts Parade entries (Staff only) Entertainment in 2025 Don't forget the parade!...

Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift

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
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”...

Teacher Appreciation Month | SEA LIFE at Mall of America

SEA LIFE at Mall of America SEA LIFE Minnesota Aquarium, Mall of America, 120 East Broadway, Bloomington, MN, United States

Calling all Teachers! We’re extending our gratitude to all the dedicated teachers by offering free admission during Teacher Appreciation Month. All through August, teachers receive FREE entry plus 30% off for their friends and family-up to six (6) guests. Purchase in advance to reserve your time slot. To redeem a...

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”...

Rochester Public Library – Baby Gym

Baby Gym | Rochester Public Library

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

Join us for an hour of self-directed wiggles and gross-motor development activities with props, toys and, good company! This program is designed for 0-18 month-olds and their grown-ups. Drop-in as you please.

Free
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

Breast Cancer Support Group (Stage 0-Stage 3) | Virtual Meeting

Join our supportive and empowering virtual community for individuals diagnosed with Stage 0 to Stage 3 breast cancer. Connect with survivors from around the world who understand your journey and are seeking meaningful connection, education, and encouragement. This group is facilitated by fellow breast cancer survivors and regularly supported by...

Teacher Appreciation Month | SEA LIFE at Mall of America

SEA LIFE at Mall of America SEA LIFE Minnesota Aquarium, Mall of America, 120 East Broadway, Bloomington, MN, United States

Calling all Teachers! We’re extending our gratitude to all the dedicated teachers by offering free admission during Teacher Appreciation Month. All through August, teachers receive FREE entry plus 30% off for their friends and family-up to six (6) guests. Purchase in advance to reserve your time slot. To redeem a...

Good Natured Kids | Quarry Hill Nature Center

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

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

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

People's Food Co-op 1001 6th St NW, 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 event where you can meet local doulas, ask questions, and connect with the right support for your birth and postpartum recovery. Enjoy 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”...