Winter Preparedness Checklist + Free Printable

by Rochester LocalNovember 28, 2021December 28, 2021

This printable is sponsored by Custom Alarm.

Think you’ve seen all that a Minnesota winter has to offer? When it comes to your home, think again! Make sure you’re as prepared as possible for all Mother Nature has in store for us and our frigid, cold, blustery Minnesota winters. Use this printable to ensure that you’re set to go!

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	3 events 1 3 events, 1 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Dancing Downtown \| Peace Plaza Downtown December 1 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Dancing Downtown \| Peace Plaza Downtown 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, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Open Mic Night \| Forager Brewery December 1 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Open Mic Night \| Forager Brewery Join us for Open Mic Night! Bring your instrument, voice, poetry, you name it, and showcase your talents! It's free and open to all ages. Sign-up at the brewery throughout the evening., 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm Night Club 2 Step – classes \| Blue Moon Ballroom December 1 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm Night Club 2 Step – classes \| Blue Moon Ballroom Night Club 2 Step 2 month series Mondays at 8pm Sept 8 - Oct 27 $109 for the 2 months Bring a partner, and they get in FREE Discover Night Club 2 Step with Gretel... Queen of Dance! Join Gretel as she takes you from fundamentals to stylish steps, turns,...	3 events 2 3 events, 2 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm Cardboard Creations! \| Rochester Public Library December 2 @ 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm Cardboard Creations! \| Rochester Public Library We will provide the cardboard and duct tape and you bring your greatest ideas to create a variety of creatures and construction., 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Trivia Tuesday at Tilda’s with Trivia Mafia \| Tilda’s Pizzeria December 2 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Trivia Tuesday at Tilda’s with Trivia Mafia \| Tilda’s Pizzeria Join us every Tuesday at 6pm for the most fun you can have on a Tuesday! The last Tuesday of each month will feature themed trivia, general knowledge the rest of the month! About the venue Tilda’s Pizzeria serves up handcrafted, wood-fired pizzas made with house-made dough and the freshest... Free, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm LTS Free Bingo \| LTS Brewing December 2 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm LTS Free Bingo \| LTS Brewing There's FREE Bingo at LTS every other Tuesday...we give it our own spin with 8 rounds, fun callouts, and prizes every round! Stop out...cheers! Free	5 events 3 5 events, 3 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” \| Rochester Art Center December 3 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” \| Rochester Art Center On view September 13, 2025 - April 2026 Curator: Zoe Cinel "Face in Clouds, invisible ink" is a solo exhibition by NYC-based artist Ryan Woodring. The exhibition encompasses several recent bodies of work that proceed both literally and figuratively out of a reckoning with invisible illness. The title "Face in... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Moving Beyond Bars \| Rochester Art Center December 3 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Moving Beyond Bars \| Rochester Art Center "Moving Beyond Bars" Co-Created by Suzanne Costello & Ariadne Albright On view October 11, 2025 - February 8, 2026 Reception: Sunday, October 12, 2025 \| 1:00 - 3:00 PM Rochester Art Center is proud to present Moving Beyond Bars, an immersive exhibition featuring monumental artworks and personal writings created by... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection \| Rochester Art Center December 3 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection \| Rochester Art Center Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection Exhibition on View: October 26, 2025 - Sunday, March 29 2026 Rochester Art Center is proud to present Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection, a major exhibition that... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Erin Smith: Hard Copy \| Rochester Art Center December 3 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Erin Smith: Hard Copy \| Rochester Art Center Erin Smith: "Hard Copy" Curated by Zoe Cinel Exhibition on View: November 29, 2025 - August 2, 2026 Reception & Artist Spotlight Tour: November 29, 1 - 3:30 PM Rochester Art Center presents "Hard Copy," a solo exhibition by multidisciplinary artist Erin Smith. For the past few years, Smith’s practice... $5 – $21, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Trivia Mafia \| Little Thistle Brewing December 3 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Trivia Mafia \| Little Thistle Brewing 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	7 events 4 7 events, 4 10:30 am - 11:00 am Family Dance Party! \| Rochester Public LIbrary December 4 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am Family Dance Party! \| Rochester Public LIbrary Put on your dancing shoes for 30-minutes of non-stop dancing fun for families. Free, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Exhibition: Celebrations in Fiber \| Rochester Art Center December 4 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Exhibition: Celebrations in Fiber \| Rochester Art Center 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..., 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” \| Rochester Art Center December 4 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” \| Rochester Art Center On view September 13, 2025 - April 2026 Curator: Zoe Cinel "Face in Clouds, invisible ink" is a solo exhibition by NYC-based artist Ryan Woodring. The exhibition encompasses several recent bodies of work that proceed both literally and figuratively out of a reckoning with invisible illness. The title "Face in... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Moving Beyond Bars \| Rochester Art Center December 4 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Moving Beyond Bars \| Rochester Art Center "Moving Beyond Bars" Co-Created by Suzanne Costello & Ariadne Albright On view October 11, 2025 - February 8, 2026 Reception: Sunday, October 12, 2025 \| 1:00 - 3:00 PM Rochester Art Center is proud to present Moving Beyond Bars, an immersive exhibition featuring monumental artworks and personal writings created by... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection \| Rochester Art Center December 4 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection \| Rochester Art Center Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection Exhibition on View: October 26, 2025 - Sunday, March 29 2026 Rochester Art Center is proud to present Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection, a major exhibition that... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Erin Smith: Hard Copy \| Rochester Art Center December 4 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Erin Smith: Hard Copy \| Rochester Art Center Erin Smith: "Hard Copy" Curated by Zoe Cinel Exhibition on View: November 29, 2025 - August 2, 2026 Reception & Artist Spotlight Tour: November 29, 1 - 3:30 PM Rochester Art Center presents "Hard Copy," a solo exhibition by multidisciplinary artist Erin Smith. For the past few years, Smith’s practice... $5 – $21 + 1 More	5 events 5 5 events, 5 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” \| Rochester Art Center December 5 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” \| Rochester Art Center On view September 13, 2025 - April 2026 Curator: Zoe Cinel "Face in Clouds, invisible ink" is a solo exhibition by NYC-based artist Ryan Woodring. The exhibition encompasses several recent bodies of work that proceed both literally and figuratively out of a reckoning with invisible illness. The title "Face in... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Moving Beyond Bars \| Rochester Art Center December 5 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Moving Beyond Bars \| Rochester Art Center "Moving Beyond Bars" Co-Created by Suzanne Costello & Ariadne Albright On view October 11, 2025 - February 8, 2026 Reception: Sunday, October 12, 2025 \| 1:00 - 3:00 PM Rochester Art Center is proud to present Moving Beyond Bars, an immersive exhibition featuring monumental artworks and personal writings created by... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection \| Rochester Art Center December 5 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection \| Rochester Art Center Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection Exhibition on View: October 26, 2025 - Sunday, March 29 2026 Rochester Art Center is proud to present Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection, a major exhibition that... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Erin Smith: Hard Copy \| Rochester Art Center December 5 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Erin Smith: Hard Copy \| Rochester Art Center Erin Smith: "Hard Copy" Curated by Zoe Cinel Exhibition on View: November 29, 2025 - August 2, 2026 Reception & Artist Spotlight Tour: November 29, 1 - 3:30 PM Rochester Art Center presents "Hard Copy," a solo exhibition by multidisciplinary artist Erin Smith. For the past few years, Smith’s practice... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 3:30 pm Creative Studio \| Rochester Art Center December 5 @ 11:00 am - 3:30 pm Creative Studio \| Rochester Art Center Fridays & Saturdays, 11 AM - 3:30 PM (September - May)* The Creative Studio at Rochester Art Center is a vibrant, hands-on space where visitors of all ages can dive into self-led art activities inspired by the exhibitions on view. Whether you're visiting with kids, friends, or flying solo,... Free – $5	43 events 6 43 events, 6 8:30 am - 11:00 am Cookie Classic \| Bear Creek Services December 6 @ 8:30 am - 11:00 am Cookie Classic \| Bear Creek Services Join us for our annual Cookie Classic on Saturday, December 6 and enjoy a festive assortment of homemade holiday cookies, all while supporting Bear Creek Services! We are seeking donated baked goods like cookies, pies, fudge, candies, breads, and other holiday favorites,including gluten-free and sugar-free options. Volunteer Baker Drop Off..., 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Nature Art Show and Sale \| Quarry Hill Nature Center December 6 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Nature Art Show and Sale \| Quarry Hill Nature Center Eight artists inspired by nature. Saturday, December 6, 2025 from 9 am – 4 pm & Sunday, December 7, 2025 from 11 am – 4 pm You’ll see pottery, jewelry, paintings, photography, glass, woodworking and more. Admission is free and ten percent of all sales are donated to the Friends..., 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Hosanna Lutheran Christmas Bazaar \| Hosanna Lutheran Church December 6 @ 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Hosanna Lutheran Christmas Bazaar \| Hosanna Lutheran Church Hosanna Lutheran Christmas Bazaar benefitting Hosanna's foods pantries. Christmas crafts, baked goods and gently used Christmas Decorations will be available for sale! Help those who are facing food insecurities, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Indoor Winter Farmers Market \| Crawford Hall – Graham Park December 6 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Indoor Winter Farmers Market \| Crawford Hall – Graham Park Nov 1st, 8th, 15th, & 22ndDec 6th, 13th, & 20thJan 3rd, 17th, 31stFeb 7th & 21stMarch 7th & 21stApril 4th & 18th, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Farmers Market – Holiday Bazaar \| Crawford Hall – Graham Park December 6 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Farmers Market – Holiday Bazaar \| Crawford Hall – Graham Park We make shopping local for the holidays a breeze by bringing you over 30 local farmers and 30 local artisans all at one location! @mygrahampark Crawford Hall and Floral Hall will be filled to the brim with a variety of options for you!Mark your calendars! The holidays will be here..., 10:00 am - 4:30 pm Holiday LEGO Build \| SCHEELS Rochester December 6 @ 10:00 am - 4:30 pm Holiday LEGO Build \| SCHEELS Rochester This one's for the kiddos! Join us for our Holiday LEGO® build event! Kids 12 and under can build a FREE Holiday LEGO® kit with SCHEELS associates! All participants must register for a 30 minute time slot to participate, and parents are required to stay at the event while their... + 37 More
24 events 7 24 events, 7 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Holiday Fun Day – Inflatables & Breakfast \| Chip Shots December 7 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Holiday Fun Day – Inflatables & Breakfast \| Chip Shots 🎄 Holiday Fun Day at Chip Shots! 🎅 Get ready for a full day of holiday cheer, good food, and nonstop fun! ✨ What’s Happening: 🛝 Jolly Jumpz Inflatables Take Over the Courts! From 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM, our courts transform into a bounce-filled playground with tons of inflatable..., 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Photos with Santa \| Fleet Farm December 7 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Photos with Santa \| Fleet Farm Santa Claus is coming to town! Grab your family and join us for free pictures with Santa at Fleet Farm! Santa will be at our store in Rochester on December 7th from 10am to 1pm. Bring a smile, and your smartphone or camera for some memorable holiday photos!, 10:30 am - 2:00 pm Breakfast with Santa \| North Stone Kitchen December 7 @ 10:30 am - 2:00 pm Breakfast with Santa \| North Stone Kitchen Breakfast with Santa at North Stone Kitchen Celebrate the season with an elevated holiday brunch experience featuring a chef-curated buffet, live music by The D'Sievers, and a festive meet-and-greet with Santa Claus! Enjoy classic brunch favorites, carving stations, and sweet holiday treats, plus festive cocktails from the Bloody Mary &... $45, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm PREMIER LEAGUE – Fulham vs. Crystal Palace \| Little Thistle Brewing December 7 @ 10:30 am - 12:30 pm PREMIER LEAGUE – Fulham vs. Crystal Palace \| Little Thistle Brewing Join us for live Premier League action and connect with fellow fans and interested viewers who share your passion for the beautiful game. Come experience the energy, the rivalries, and the camaraderie with a community that lives for every goal!, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” \| Rochester Art Center December 7 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” \| Rochester Art Center On view September 13, 2025 - April 2026 Curator: Zoe Cinel "Face in Clouds, invisible ink" is a solo exhibition by NYC-based artist Ryan Woodring. The exhibition encompasses several recent bodies of work that proceed both literally and figuratively out of a reckoning with invisible illness. The title "Face in... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Moving Beyond Bars \| Rochester Art Center December 7 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Moving Beyond Bars \| Rochester Art Center "Moving Beyond Bars" Co-Created by Suzanne Costello & Ariadne Albright On view October 11, 2025 - February 8, 2026 Reception: Sunday, October 12, 2025 \| 1:00 - 3:00 PM Rochester Art Center is proud to present Moving Beyond Bars, an immersive exhibition featuring monumental artworks and personal writings created by... $5 – $21 + 18 More	12 events 8 12 events, 8 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Intermediate Macrame Class \| 125 LIVE December 8 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Intermediate Macrame Class \| 125 LIVE In this session, you’ll build on the knotting techniques you’ve already learned to create a larger, personalized piece of your choice. Joy will be there to guide you and answer any questions along the way. Choose your rope color and design— whether it’s a stylish wreath, a charming mason jar..., 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm $5 5K RPS \| TerraLoco December 8 @ 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm $5 5K RPS \| TerraLoco RESCHEDULED! Join us for our final $5 5K of the season in support of all three of our local high school charity campaigns! We're stepping it up a notch with a competition among schools to see who can raise the most! New this year: rolling start times. We're looking for..., 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Dancing Downtown \| Peace Plaza Downtown December 8 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Dancing Downtown \| Peace Plaza Downtown 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, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Stained Glass Open Class \| The Green Shack December 8 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Stained Glass Open Class \| The Green Shack 🎨 Stained Glass Art – Weekly Workshop Would you like to learn how to create beautiful works of art with stained glass? This hands-on class is the perfect introduction (or continuation) into the vibrant world of stained glass art. Whether you’re a total beginner orlooking to sharpen your skills, this..., 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Poker & Chess Tournament \| LTS Brewing December 8 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Poker & Chess Tournament \| LTS Brewing Join us for a Poker & Chess Tournament at LTS! Free to play, hope to see you out...cheers!, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Monday Night Yoga \| Miss Angie’s Place December 8 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Monday Night Yoga \| Miss Angie’s Place Join our welcoming community for a gentle yoga practice designed to nurture your body and calm your mind. Each session includes a mindful warm-up, a series of simple poses to support balance and strength, and ends with a relaxing cool down and restful savasana. No experience necessary — all bodies... + 6 More	11 events 9 11 events, 9 2:15 pm - 3:15 pm Debunking Myths of Estate Planning \| 125 LIVE December 9 @ 2:15 pm - 3:15 pm Debunking Myths of Estate Planning \| 125 LIVE What you really need to know Think estate planning is just for the wealthy? Think again. In Estate Planning Myths Debunked, we’ll cut through the confusion and tackle the biggest misconceptions—especially the ones that trip up Minnesotans. Walk away with the facts, not the fluff, and get clear on what..., 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm Cardboard Creations! \| Rochester Public Library December 9 @ 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm Cardboard Creations! \| Rochester Public Library We will provide the cardboard and duct tape and you bring your greatest ideas to create a variety of creatures and construction., 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm Glutes, Core, & More – December \| 125 LIVE December 9 @ 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm Glutes, Core, & More – December \| 125 LIVE This dynamic class focuses on strengthening and sculpting the glutes, core, and additional muscle groups for a well-rounded workout experience. You will build endurance,enhance stability, and improve fitness through targeted exercises and functional movements. Whether you want to tone up or boost performance, this class offers the perfect blend of..., 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Demo Day \| Collider December 9 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Demo Day \| Collider Join us in celebrating our incubator program graduates! Celebrate the graduation of the fourth cohort of our Community Business Incubator Program! Join us for a morning of innovation, as each entrepreneur pitches their unique product or service and offers a quick demonstration. It’s a chance to see firsthand the impact..., 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Tuesday Community Meals \| Peace United December 9 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Tuesday Community Meals \| Peace United Each Tuesday, we open our doors to provide an opportunity to get to know our neighbors by hosting a warm meal and offering fellowship to all. ✨ The meal is free of charge (donations gratefully accepted) and open to everyone! We look forward to making Tuesday evenings the highlight of..., 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Trivia Tuesday at Tilda’s with Trivia Mafia \| Tilda’s Pizzeria December 9 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Trivia Tuesday at Tilda’s with Trivia Mafia \| Tilda’s Pizzeria Join us every Tuesday at 6pm for the most fun you can have on a Tuesday! The last Tuesday of each month will feature themed trivia, general knowledge the rest of the month! About the venue Tilda’s Pizzeria serves up handcrafted, wood-fired pizzas made with house-made dough and the freshest... Free + 5 More	13 events 10 13 events, 10 8:00 am - 10:00 am Meaningful Mornings \| Haley Comfort Systems December 10 @ 8:00 am - 10:00 am Meaningful Mornings \| Haley Comfort Systems Meaningful Mornings events are more than a networking event, it is a space where we can connect, exchange ideas, and grow together. Each monthly gathering brings real conversations with purpose-filled people in our SE MN community who have faced challenges, made tough decisions, and built something meaningful in their lives.... Free, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” \| Rochester Art Center December 10 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” \| Rochester Art Center On view September 13, 2025 - April 2026 Curator: Zoe Cinel "Face in Clouds, invisible ink" is a solo exhibition by NYC-based artist Ryan Woodring. The exhibition encompasses several recent bodies of work that proceed both literally and figuratively out of a reckoning with invisible illness. The title "Face in... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Moving Beyond Bars \| Rochester Art Center December 10 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Moving Beyond Bars \| Rochester Art Center "Moving Beyond Bars" Co-Created by Suzanne Costello & Ariadne Albright On view October 11, 2025 - February 8, 2026 Reception: Sunday, October 12, 2025 \| 1:00 - 3:00 PM Rochester Art Center is proud to present Moving Beyond Bars, an immersive exhibition featuring monumental artworks and personal writings created by... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection \| Rochester Art Center December 10 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection \| Rochester Art Center Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection Exhibition on View: October 26, 2025 - Sunday, March 29 2026 Rochester Art Center is proud to present Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection, a major exhibition that... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Erin Smith: Hard Copy \| Rochester Art Center December 10 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Erin Smith: Hard Copy \| Rochester Art Center Erin Smith: "Hard Copy" Curated by Zoe Cinel Exhibition on View: November 29, 2025 - August 2, 2026 Reception & Artist Spotlight Tour: November 29, 1 - 3:30 PM Rochester Art Center presents "Hard Copy," a solo exhibition by multidisciplinary artist Erin Smith. For the past few years, Smith’s practice... $5 – $21, 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recovery Hangout Night \| Social Garage December 10 @ 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recovery Hangout Night \| Social Garage Join us for a safe, sober, and supportive night of fun and games at the Social Garage! This weekly event is built for anyone in recovery or choosing a substance-free lifestyle. Come relax, connect, and have fun in a positive space with games, food, community, and zero alcohol or substances.... + 7 More	17 events 11 17 events, 11 6:30 am - 10:00 am Pearl’s Coffee & Sunrise \| Miss Angie’s Place December 11 @ 6:30 am - 10:00 am Pearl’s Coffee & Sunrise \| Miss Angie’s Place Join us for FREE coffee and pastries to celebrate Pearl's 16th Birthday! It's hard to believe it's been 16 years since Pearl went back to heaven, but every day we feel her presence and the blessings she bestows upon us are endless. Drop in as you are able; before work,... Free, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Holiday Gift Fair \| 125 LIVE December 11 @ 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Holiday Gift Fair \| 125 LIVE The most wonderful time of the year is here — and so is our Holiday Gift Fair at 125 LIVE! Join us for a festive day of shopping, community, and cheer. You’ll find unique, handcrafted gifts from local artisans, delicious treats, and holiday fun for all ages! Bring your friends, family,..., 10:30 am - 11:00 am Family Dance Party! \| Rochester Public LIbrary December 11 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am Family Dance Party! \| Rochester Public LIbrary Put on your dancing shoes for 30-minutes of non-stop dancing fun for families. Free, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Exhibition: Celebrations in Fiber \| Rochester Art Center December 11 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Exhibition: Celebrations in Fiber \| Rochester Art Center 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..., 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” \| Rochester Art Center December 11 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” \| Rochester Art Center On view September 13, 2025 - April 2026 Curator: Zoe Cinel "Face in Clouds, invisible ink" is a solo exhibition by NYC-based artist Ryan Woodring. The exhibition encompasses several recent bodies of work that proceed both literally and figuratively out of a reckoning with invisible illness. The title "Face in... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Moving Beyond Bars \| Rochester Art Center December 11 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Moving Beyond Bars \| Rochester Art Center "Moving Beyond Bars" Co-Created by Suzanne Costello & Ariadne Albright On view October 11, 2025 - February 8, 2026 Reception: Sunday, October 12, 2025 \| 1:00 - 3:00 PM Rochester Art Center is proud to present Moving Beyond Bars, an immersive exhibition featuring monumental artworks and personal writings created by... $5 – $21 + 11 More	24 events 12 24 events, 12 11:00 am - 3:30 pm Creative Studio \| Rochester Art Center December 12 @ 11:00 am - 3:30 pm Creative Studio \| Rochester Art Center Fridays & Saturdays, 11 AM - 3:30 PM (September - May)* The Creative Studio at Rochester Art Center is a vibrant, hands-on space where visitors of all ages can dive into self-led art activities inspired by the exhibitions on view. Whether you're visiting with kids, friends, or flying solo,... Free – $5, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” \| Rochester Art Center December 12 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” \| Rochester Art Center On view September 13, 2025 - April 2026 Curator: Zoe Cinel "Face in Clouds, invisible ink" is a solo exhibition by NYC-based artist Ryan Woodring. The exhibition encompasses several recent bodies of work that proceed both literally and figuratively out of a reckoning with invisible illness. The title "Face in... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Moving Beyond Bars \| Rochester Art Center December 12 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Moving Beyond Bars \| Rochester Art Center "Moving Beyond Bars" Co-Created by Suzanne Costello & Ariadne Albright On view October 11, 2025 - February 8, 2026 Reception: Sunday, October 12, 2025 \| 1:00 - 3:00 PM Rochester Art Center is proud to present Moving Beyond Bars, an immersive exhibition featuring monumental artworks and personal writings created by... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection \| Rochester Art Center December 12 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection \| Rochester Art Center Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection Exhibition on View: October 26, 2025 - Sunday, March 29 2026 Rochester Art Center is proud to present Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection, a major exhibition that... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Erin Smith: Hard Copy \| Rochester Art Center December 12 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Erin Smith: Hard Copy \| Rochester Art Center Erin Smith: "Hard Copy" Curated by Zoe Cinel Exhibition on View: November 29, 2025 - August 2, 2026 Reception & Artist Spotlight Tour: November 29, 1 - 3:30 PM Rochester Art Center presents "Hard Copy," a solo exhibition by multidisciplinary artist Erin Smith. For the past few years, Smith’s practice... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 5:00 pm 12 Days of Christmas at The Neighborhood Nook December 12 @ 11:00 am - 5:00 pm 12 Days of Christmas at The Neighborhood Nook The 12 Days of Christmas is the kick off pop up event at the Neighborhood Nook. 10 creators will be selling their work as well as doing artist demonstrations throughout the 12 days. Artists to be announced soon! + 18 More	66 events 13 66 events, 13 1:00 am - 4:00 am LIVE MUSIC – The Dreamers \| December 13 @ 1:00 am - 4:00 am LIVE MUSIC – The Dreamers \| Live! The Dreamers Fri Dec 12 7-10 https://www.facebook.com/events/3894835284148748/, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Chillin’ At BrrrFest \| Elias Construction December 13 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Chillin’ At BrrrFest \| Elias Construction Join us at Elias Construction during BrrrFest on Saturday, December 13th from 10am - 1:00pm! 📸 Snap some fun pics with Shutter Photobooth Co. ❄️ Craft your own DIY snowflake frame 😋 Enjoy complimentary treats & drinks from Byron Fareway 🐴 Take a horse & wagon ride at Elias Custom... Free, 8:00 am - 11:00 am Breakfast With Santa December 13 @ 8:00 am - 11:00 am Breakfast With Santa 🎅 Breakfast with Santa 🎄 Join us for a festive morning filled with holiday cheer, delicious food, and fun activities for the whole family! 🍽 Menu: Enjoy Dad'sBelgian Waffles, sausages, flavored syrups, and a variety of beverages. 📝 Registration: https://byron.cr3.rschooltoday.com/public/getclass/category_id/28/program_id/14/subcategory_id/40 Select your preferred time slot when registering. Upon arrival, stop..., 8:30 am - 3:00 pm Santa’s Express Experience \| Santa’s Magical Workshop December 13 @ 8:30 am - 3:00 pm Santa’s Express Experience \| Santa’s Magical Workshop Santa Express Experience A joyful 15 minute visit with Santa only December 13th, 14th, 20th and 21st Fun activities like having cookies and milk with Santa A special gift from Santa’s big red bag Includes 5 digital images, printable to 8x10 $395 These images are not digitally painted and do..., 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Rochester’s Holiday Craft, Vendor, Boutiques & More Shopping Event \| RCTC Sports Complex December 13 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Rochester’s Holiday Craft, Vendor, Boutiques & More Shopping Event \| RCTC Sports Complex More information HERE! Free, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Indoor Winter Farmers Market \| Crawford Hall – Graham Park December 13 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Indoor Winter Farmers Market \| Crawford Hall – Graham Park Nov 1st, 8th, 15th, & 22ndDec 6th, 13th, & 20thJan 3rd, 17th, 31stFeb 7th & 21stMarch 7th & 21stApril 4th & 18th + 60 More
28 events 14 28 events, 14 8:30 am - 3:00 pm Santa’s Express Experience \| Santa’s Magical Workshop December 14 @ 8:30 am - 3:00 pm Santa’s Express Experience \| Santa’s Magical Workshop Santa Express Experience A joyful 15 minute visit with Santa only December 13th, 14th, 20th and 21st Fun activities like having cookies and milk with Santa A special gift from Santa’s big red bag Includes 5 digital images, printable to 8x10 $395 These images are not digitally painted and do..., 9:00 am - 9:00 pm D2D \| Tap House West End December 14 @ 9:00 am - 9:00 pm D2D \| Tap House West End Dine at the Tap House West End to support the CPB!! Mention the band and 20% of the food sales will go back to the CPB and the Boosters! The Tap House has recently added breakfast on Sunday - so start your day the right way by supporting the CPB!, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Holiday Craft & Gift Show \| Mayo Civic Center December 14 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Holiday Craft & Gift Show \| Mayo Civic Center Holiday Craft & Gift Show – Rochester, MN! December 12–14, 2025 Mayo Civic Center – Exhibition Hall30 Civic Center Dr SE, Rochester, MN 55904 Join us for a magical 3-day holiday shopping experience at the Holiday Craft & Gift Show in downtown Rochester! With 80+ amazing vendors, festive vibes, and one-of-a-kind gifts, it’s..., 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Holiday Cookbook Fair \| People’s Food Co-op December 14 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Holiday Cookbook Fair \| People’s Food Co-op Join us for a cozy holiday cookbook pop-up with Garden Party Books at the PFC Cafe! Browse a curated selection of beautiful new and used cookbooks, perfect for holiday gifting or refreshing your own kitchen inspiration. Pick up titles for bakers, plant-based cooks, comfort food lovers, and more while you... Free, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Holiday Ornament Painting \| Art Heads Emporium December 14 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Holiday Ornament Painting \| Art Heads Emporium Join us for a new holiday paint session in Downtown Rochester! We’ll guide you step by step as you paint your own ornaments to decorate your tree ⭐️ No experience needed! We have a bunch of fun designs to be inspired by, or you can come with your own ideas!..., 10:30 am - 12:30 pm PREMIERE LEAGUE – Brentford vs. Leeds United \| Little Thistle Brewing December 14 @ 10:30 am - 12:30 pm PREMIERE LEAGUE – Brentford vs. Leeds United \| Little Thistle Brewing Join us for live Premier League action and connect with fellow fans and interested viewers who share your passion for the beautiful game. Come experience the energy, the rivalries, and the camaraderie with a community that lives for every goal! + 22 More	23 events 15 23 events, 15 8:00 am - 8:50 am Learn to Swim: Adult Group Swim Lessons \| 125 LIVE December 15 @ 8:00 am - 8:50 am Learn to Swim: Adult Group Swim Lessons \| 125 LIVE Learn to Swim: Adult Group Swim Lessons 8 am-8:50 am, Mondays, December 1, 8, 15 50-meter pool \| 6 sessions Participants will learn to become comfortable in the water and build a foundation for swimming. $65 Fitness Member \| $100 Social & Non-Member 5 minimum 10 maximum, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Permit to Carry Class \| Coyote Creek Outdoors December 15 @ 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Permit to Carry Class \| Coyote Creek Outdoors Minnesota Permit to Carry Class Whether you’re applying for the first time or renewing your Minnesota Permit to Carry, our Minnesota Firearms Course has you covered! This class also fulfills the training requirements for Florida permits, making it a smart option for travelers and snowbirds alike. ✨ We provide everything..., 10:00 am - 11:00 am Olmsted Medical Center Presents: Developing a Self-Care Mindset to Manage Stress in Daily Life \| 125 LIVE December 15 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Olmsted Medical Center Presents: Developing a Self-Care Mindset to Manage Stress in Daily Life \| 125 LIVE Join Sarah Jerde to learn how to develop a self-care mindset to manage daily stress. Participants will name at least two self-care actions and identify at least two techniques to incorporate self-care into their daily life. Participants will identify two types of stress and identify four symptoms of stress. Participants..., 11:00 am - 5:00 pm 12 Days of Christmas at The Neighborhood Nook December 15 @ 11:00 am - 5:00 pm 12 Days of Christmas at The Neighborhood Nook The 12 Days of Christmas is the kick off pop up event at the Neighborhood Nook. 10 creators will be selling their work as well as doing artist demonstrations throughout the 12 days. Artists to be announced soon!, 11:30 am - 1:30 pm Adult Recess \| Boundless December 15 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm Adult Recess \| Boundless Stay warm and burn off some winter energy! ❄️🔥 Join us for Adult Recess at Boundless this December — a perfect way to stay active during the chilly months. Play basketball or pickleball in the gym for just $5 during your lunch break! When: Monday through Friday, 11:30 am –..., 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Craft-Tea Coffee \| St. James Coffee December 15 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Craft-Tea Coffee \| St. James Coffee Join us with your crafting project, whatever it may be 🙂 All drinks are 50% off from 4-6pm on Mondays for crafters, so enjoy a beverage as you work. Invite a friend to join you!! + 17 More	22 events 16 22 events, 16 9:00 am - 11:00 am Toddler Tuesday \| Boundless December 16 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am Toddler Tuesday \| Boundless 🎉❄️ Hey parents! Looking for a fun way to keep your little ones active this December? Join us for Toddler Tuesday with Boundless! ❄️🎉 Every Tuesday in December, from 9:00 am to 11:00 am, we’ll have toddler-focused toys, games, and activities to promote exercise, motor skills, and group fun. Plus,..., 10:00 am - 1:00 pm LIVE MUSIC – Holiday Sing Along \| Calvary Evangelical Free Church December 16 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm LIVE MUSIC – Holiday Sing Along \| Calvary Evangelical Free Church Join Resounding Voices and get into the Christmas spirit with our annual Holiday Sing Along. Sing popular Christmas Carols and enjoy special readings and performances. Admission is free for this dementia-friendly event. Lyrics are provided! Thank you to our sponsor, Rochester Music Guild!, 11:00 am - 5:00 pm 12 Days of Christmas at The Neighborhood Nook December 16 @ 11:00 am - 5:00 pm 12 Days of Christmas at The Neighborhood Nook The 12 Days of Christmas is the kick off pop up event at the Neighborhood Nook. 10 creators will be selling their work as well as doing artist demonstrations throughout the 12 days. Artists to be announced soon!, 11:30 am - 1:30 pm Adult Recess \| Boundless December 16 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm Adult Recess \| Boundless Stay warm and burn off some winter energy! ❄️🔥 Join us for Adult Recess at Boundless this December — a perfect way to stay active during the chilly months. Play basketball or pickleball in the gym for just $5 during your lunch break! When: Monday through Friday, 11:30 am –..., 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm DIY Lino Dala Horse Stamp \| 125 LIVE December 16 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm DIY Lino Dala Horse Stamp \| 125 LIVE In this creative twist on traditional dala horse design, your instructor will show you how to carve alino stamp for use on a variety of surfaces. Instructor: Casandra Garcia $50 social member \| $62 fitness & nonmembers Register by December 14., 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm Cardboard Creations! \| Rochester Public Library December 16 @ 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm Cardboard Creations! \| Rochester Public Library We will provide the cardboard and duct tape and you bring your greatest ideas to create a variety of creatures and construction. + 16 More	21 events 17 21 events, 17 9:30 am - 10:15 am Wee Wednesday – My Wee Christmas Tree \| Sargent’s on 2nd December 17 @ 9:30 am - 10:15 am Wee Wednesday – My Wee Christmas Tree \| Sargent’s on 2nd Decorate your very own “wee” Christmas tree with oodles of sparkly, bright trimmings. Enjoy a reading of Mr Willowby's Christmas Tree. Wee Wednesdays are designed for Pre-K-aged children. All classes include a hands-on activity, story, and treat. A $15 class fee covers supplies and snacks. Please plan to stay with..., 10:30 am - 11:15 am Wee Wednesday – My Wee Christmas Tree \| Sargent’s on 2nd December 17 @ 10:30 am - 11:15 am Wee Wednesday – My Wee Christmas Tree \| Sargent’s on 2nd Decorate your very own “wee” Christmas tree with oodles of sparkly, bright trimmings. Enjoy a reading of Mr Willowby's Christmas Tree. Wee Wednesdays are designed for Pre-K-aged children. All classes include a hands-on activity, story, and treat. A $15 class fee covers supplies and snacks. Please plan to stay with..., 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” \| Rochester Art Center December 17 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” \| Rochester Art Center On view September 13, 2025 - April 2026 Curator: Zoe Cinel "Face in Clouds, invisible ink" is a solo exhibition by NYC-based artist Ryan Woodring. The exhibition encompasses several recent bodies of work that proceed both literally and figuratively out of a reckoning with invisible illness. The title "Face in... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Moving Beyond Bars \| Rochester Art Center December 17 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Moving Beyond Bars \| Rochester Art Center "Moving Beyond Bars" Co-Created by Suzanne Costello & Ariadne Albright On view October 11, 2025 - February 8, 2026 Reception: Sunday, October 12, 2025 \| 1:00 - 3:00 PM Rochester Art Center is proud to present Moving Beyond Bars, an immersive exhibition featuring monumental artworks and personal writings created by... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection \| Rochester Art Center December 17 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection \| Rochester Art Center Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection Exhibition on View: October 26, 2025 - Sunday, March 29 2026 Rochester Art Center is proud to present Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection, a major exhibition that... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Erin Smith: Hard Copy \| Rochester Art Center December 17 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Erin Smith: Hard Copy \| Rochester Art Center Erin Smith: "Hard Copy" Curated by Zoe Cinel Exhibition on View: November 29, 2025 - August 2, 2026 Reception & Artist Spotlight Tour: November 29, 1 - 3:30 PM Rochester Art Center presents "Hard Copy," a solo exhibition by multidisciplinary artist Erin Smith. For the past few years, Smith’s practice... $5 – $21 + 15 More	24 events 18 24 events, 18 10:30 am - 11:00 am Family Dance Party! \| Rochester Public LIbrary December 18 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am Family Dance Party! \| Rochester Public LIbrary Put on your dancing shoes for 30-minutes of non-stop dancing fun for families. Free, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Exhibition: Celebrations in Fiber \| Rochester Art Center December 18 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Exhibition: Celebrations in Fiber \| Rochester Art Center 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..., 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” \| Rochester Art Center December 18 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” \| Rochester Art Center On view September 13, 2025 - April 2026 Curator: Zoe Cinel "Face in Clouds, invisible ink" is a solo exhibition by NYC-based artist Ryan Woodring. The exhibition encompasses several recent bodies of work that proceed both literally and figuratively out of a reckoning with invisible illness. The title "Face in... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Moving Beyond Bars \| Rochester Art Center December 18 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Moving Beyond Bars \| Rochester Art Center "Moving Beyond Bars" Co-Created by Suzanne Costello & Ariadne Albright On view October 11, 2025 - February 8, 2026 Reception: Sunday, October 12, 2025 \| 1:00 - 3:00 PM Rochester Art Center is proud to present Moving Beyond Bars, an immersive exhibition featuring monumental artworks and personal writings created by... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection \| Rochester Art Center December 18 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection \| Rochester Art Center Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection Exhibition on View: October 26, 2025 - Sunday, March 29 2026 Rochester Art Center is proud to present Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection, a major exhibition that... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Erin Smith: Hard Copy \| Rochester Art Center December 18 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Erin Smith: Hard Copy \| Rochester Art Center Erin Smith: "Hard Copy" Curated by Zoe Cinel Exhibition on View: November 29, 2025 - August 2, 2026 Reception & Artist Spotlight Tour: November 29, 1 - 3:30 PM Rochester Art Center presents "Hard Copy," a solo exhibition by multidisciplinary artist Erin Smith. For the past few years, Smith’s practice... $5 – $21 + 18 More	26 events 19 26 events, 19 9:00 am - 10:00 am Coffee + Collab \| Cafe Aquí December 19 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am Coffee + Collab \| Cafe Aquí Come on out and join a few of us for a coffee meet up! We will be meeting December 19th from 9:00-10:00 at Cafe Aqui 1811 2nd st SW suite B 55902 This is a great opportunity to meet other breastfeeding advocates in our community! All are welcome!, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” \| Rochester Art Center December 19 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” \| Rochester Art Center On view September 13, 2025 - April 2026 Curator: Zoe Cinel "Face in Clouds, invisible ink" is a solo exhibition by NYC-based artist Ryan Woodring. The exhibition encompasses several recent bodies of work that proceed both literally and figuratively out of a reckoning with invisible illness. The title "Face in... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Moving Beyond Bars \| Rochester Art Center December 19 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Moving Beyond Bars \| Rochester Art Center "Moving Beyond Bars" Co-Created by Suzanne Costello & Ariadne Albright On view October 11, 2025 - February 8, 2026 Reception: Sunday, October 12, 2025 \| 1:00 - 3:00 PM Rochester Art Center is proud to present Moving Beyond Bars, an immersive exhibition featuring monumental artworks and personal writings created by... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection \| Rochester Art Center December 19 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection \| Rochester Art Center Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection Exhibition on View: October 26, 2025 - Sunday, March 29 2026 Rochester Art Center is proud to present Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection, a major exhibition that... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Erin Smith: Hard Copy \| Rochester Art Center December 19 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Erin Smith: Hard Copy \| Rochester Art Center Erin Smith: "Hard Copy" Curated by Zoe Cinel Exhibition on View: November 29, 2025 - August 2, 2026 Reception & Artist Spotlight Tour: November 29, 1 - 3:30 PM Rochester Art Center presents "Hard Copy," a solo exhibition by multidisciplinary artist Erin Smith. For the past few years, Smith’s practice... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 3:30 pm Creative Studio \| Rochester Art Center December 19 @ 11:00 am - 3:30 pm Creative Studio \| Rochester Art Center Fridays & Saturdays, 11 AM - 3:30 PM (September - May)* The Creative Studio at Rochester Art Center is a vibrant, hands-on space where visitors of all ages can dive into self-led art activities inspired by the exhibitions on view. Whether you're visiting with kids, friends, or flying solo,... Free – $5 + 20 More	41 events 20 41 events, 20 2025-12-20 LIVE MUSIC – Show Me Your Hits \| North Star Bar LIVE MUSIC – Show Me Your Hits \| North Star Bar December 20 @ 9:00 pm - December 21 @ 2:00 am LIVE MUSIC – Show Me Your Hits \| North Star Bar Show Me Your Hits LIVE at The North Star Bar! 7:30 am - 12:00 pm Christmas \| St. James (FREE Coffee and Tea/Other drinks BOGO) December 20 @ 7:30 am - 12:00 pm Christmas \| St. James (FREE Coffee and Tea/Other drinks BOGO) Merry Christmas from St. James Coffee!! Thank you for all your support this year. We appreciate you! As a thank you from us to you, please join us for free coffee and tea from 7:30am until 12:00pm today. Buy one drink of any other kind and get an additional drink..., 8:00 am - 11:00 am Holiday Pancake Breakfast \| Doc’s Recovery House December 20 @ 8:00 am - 11:00 am Holiday Pancake Breakfast \| Doc’s Recovery House Join us on Saturday, December 20th from 8am-11am; just $10 for all you can eat pancakes, sausage and coffee. Come hungry and bring friends! The WILD Bake Sale will also be going on during this time, so come for pancakes and leave with a tray of treats!, 8:30 am - 3:00 pm Santa’s Express Experience \| Santa’s Magical Workshop December 20 @ 8:30 am - 3:00 pm Santa’s Express Experience \| Santa’s Magical Workshop Santa Express Experience A joyful 15 minute visit with Santa only December 13th, 14th, 20th and 21st Fun activities like having cookies and milk with Santa A special gift from Santa’s big red bag Includes 5 digital images, printable to 8x10 $395 These images are not digitally painted and do..., 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Indoor Winter Farmers Market \| Crawford Hall – Graham Park December 20 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Indoor Winter Farmers Market \| Crawford Hall – Graham Park Nov 1st, 8th, 15th, & 22ndDec 6th, 13th, & 20thJan 3rd, 17th, 31stFeb 7th & 21stMarch 7th & 21stApril 4th & 18th, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Farmers Market – Holiday Bazaar \| Crawford Hall – Graham Park December 20 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Farmers Market – Holiday Bazaar \| Crawford Hall – Graham Park We make shopping local for the holidays a breeze by bringing you over 30 local farmers and 30 local artisans all at one location! @mygrahampark Crawford Hall and Floral Hall will be filled to the brim with a variety of options for you!Mark your calendars! The holidays will be here..., 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Brunch Buffet with the Grinch \| Smoak BBQ December 20 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Brunch Buffet with the Grinch \| Smoak BBQ Join us for our Brunch Buffet with the Grinch! Take pictures with the Grinch & Cindy Lou Who who will be at SMOAK BBQ from 10am-12pm on December 20th! **RESERVATIONS REQUIRED!! ‼️ Please call for reservations (507) 361-7427 - LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE!! Check out the Buffet Details! It will be... + 34 More
38 events 21 38 events, 21 2025-12-20 LIVE MUSIC – Show Me Your Hits \| North Star Bar LIVE MUSIC – Show Me Your Hits \| North Star Bar Featured 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Christmas Cookie Open House \| Becca’s Sweet Tooth Featured December 21 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Christmas Cookie Open House \| Becca’s Sweet Tooth Don't miss your chance to grab all your holiday cookies and baked goods, just in time for Christmas! Join us on Sunday, December 21st, 1-4pm when we will have a huge assortment of cookies, candies, cinnamon rolls, scones, quiche, and so much more! Sign up by adding "Christmas Cookie Open... $30, 7:00 am - 10:00 am National YULE Day \| Darlin’ Bakery & Cafe December 21 @ 7:00 am - 10:00 am National YULE Day \| Darlin’ Bakery & Cafe Pre- order / in store while supplies last! Yule Log Cakes!, 8:30 am - 3:00 pm Santa’s Express Experience \| Santa’s Magical Workshop December 21 @ 8:30 am - 3:00 pm Santa’s Express Experience \| Santa’s Magical Workshop Santa Express Experience A joyful 15 minute visit with Santa only December 13th, 14th, 20th and 21st Fun activities like having cookies and milk with Santa A special gift from Santa’s big red bag Includes 5 digital images, printable to 8x10 $395 These images are not digitally painted and do..., 9:00 am - 10:15 am Christmas Services \| Highpoint Church December 21 @ 9:00 am - 10:15 am Christmas Services \| Highpoint Church Join us for Christmas at HPC! ❄️ Service Times: December 21 \| Christmas Celebration \| 9 & 11a.m. December 24 \| Christmas Eve Candlelight \| 1 & 3:00p.m. highpointchurch.com/christmas _____________________________ 🌟 December 21 \| Christmas Celebration \| 9 & 11a.m. Celebrate the joy of the season with our Kid's Choir,..., 9:00 am - 11:30 am kidcity Gingerbread Bash \| Christ Community Church December 21 @ 9:00 am - 11:30 am kidcity Gingerbread Bash \| Christ Community Church Throw on your ugly Christmas sweater and join us in kidcity for Gingerbread Bash, a fun-filled Christmas celebration for kids. Sing along to Christmas music, get silly with games and interactive activities and best of all... experience the greatest Christmas story ever told! Kindergarten - 5th graders, join us for..., 10:00 am - 4:30 pm Holiday Photos \| Forager Brewery December 21 @ 10:00 am - 4:30 pm Holiday Photos \| Forager Brewery Strike a pose and capture the memories (and the holiday spirit) courtesy of the talented Clomotion Pictures! Cloey, the pro behind the lens, will be transforming our Library space into a whimsical photo booth from 10am-4:30pm on December 21st. For just $20, she'll work her magic, providing you with one... $20 + 31 More	20 events 22 20 events, 22 8:00 am - 8:50 am Learn to Swim: Adult Group Swim Lessons \| 125 LIVE December 22 @ 8:00 am - 8:50 am Learn to Swim: Adult Group Swim Lessons \| 125 LIVE Learn to Swim: Adult Group Swim Lessons 8 am-8:50 am, Mondays, December 1, 8, 15 50-meter pool \| 6 sessions Participants will learn to become comfortable in the water and build a foundation for swimming. $65 Fitness Member \| $100 Social & Non-Member 5 minimum 10 maximum, 8:30 am - 12:30 pm Winter Days \| Zumbro Valley Health Center December 22 @ 8:30 am - 12:30 pm Winter Days \| Zumbro Valley Health Center Looking for a fun, engaging way for your kids to spend their winter break? Join us at our Greenview location for mornings full of activities designed to boost mental health, build coping skills, and just have a great time! 🗓 WHEN & WHERE? Dates: December 22 & 23 \| December..., 10:30 am - 11:00 am Cozy Family Storytime \| Rochester Public Library December 22 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am Cozy Family Storytime \| Rochester Public Library Bring your slippers and your fuzzy blankets. Let’s get cozy! Enjoy a warm and snuggly 30 minutes of books, rhymes, songs and fun! This event is open to children of all ages and their grown-ups. Free, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Chanuka Extravaganza \| Olmsted Government Center December 22 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Chanuka Extravaganza \| Olmsted Government Center CHANUKAH EXTRAVAGANZA! FREE & OPEN TO ALL! 11:00am at Olmsted Government Center. Monday, December 22nd -Glow in the Dark Chanukah Giveaways -Holiday Beanies -Donuts & Latkes -Hot Refreshments -Music & Holiday Fun!, 11:00 am - 5:00 pm 12 Days of Christmas at The Neighborhood Nook December 22 @ 11:00 am - 5:00 pm 12 Days of Christmas at The Neighborhood Nook The 12 Days of Christmas is the kick off pop up event at the Neighborhood Nook. 10 creators will be selling their work as well as doing artist demonstrations throughout the 12 days. Artists to be announced soon!, 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm World Juniors Hockey Pre-Tournament Series \| Rochester Recreation Center December 22 @ 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm World Juniors Hockey Pre-Tournament Series \| Rochester Recreation Center World Juniors Hockey is almost here! Join us for all the festivities December 21-23rd! •Dec 22nd: FREE Meet & Greet with Team Switzerland 🇨🇭 at 1:30 at the Rec Center Posters will be provided to get signed! Merch & pucks available for purchase!! •Dec 21 & 23rd: pre-game party at... + 14 More	17 events 23 17 events, 23 8:30 am - 12:30 pm Winter Days \| Zumbro Valley Health Center December 23 @ 8:30 am - 12:30 pm Winter Days \| Zumbro Valley Health Center Looking for a fun, engaging way for your kids to spend their winter break? Join us at our Greenview location for mornings full of activities designed to boost mental health, build coping skills, and just have a great time! 🗓 WHEN & WHERE? Dates: December 22 & 23 \| December..., 9:00 am - 11:00 am Toddler Tuesday \| Boundless December 23 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am Toddler Tuesday \| Boundless 🎉❄️ Hey parents! Looking for a fun way to keep your little ones active this December? Join us for Toddler Tuesday with Boundless! ❄️🎉 Every Tuesday in December, from 9:00 am to 11:00 am, we’ll have toddler-focused toys, games, and activities to promote exercise, motor skills, and group fun. Plus,..., 10:30 am - 11:00 am Snow Globe Dance Party! \| Rochester Public Library December 23 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am Snow Globe Dance Party! \| Rochester Public Library Bring your mittens and hats and enjoy 30 minutes of nonstop dancing fun in an indoor snow globe! Free, 11:00 am - 5:00 pm 12 Days of Christmas at The Neighborhood Nook December 23 @ 11:00 am - 5:00 pm 12 Days of Christmas at The Neighborhood Nook The 12 Days of Christmas is the kick off pop up event at the Neighborhood Nook. 10 creators will be selling their work as well as doing artist demonstrations throughout the 12 days. Artists to be announced soon!, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Movie: Rental Family \| Pop’s Art Theater December 23 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Movie: Rental Family \| Pop’s Art Theater RENTAL FAMILY, the new heartfelt film from HIKARI and Oscar-winner Brenden Fraser, is coming to Pop's Art Theater thru Dec 24th. Tickets and showtimes at www.popsarttheater.com Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n0pqP6ClcE8 An American actor in Tokyo struggles to find purpose until he lands an unusual gig: working for a Japanese ‘rental family’ agency,... $10, 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm Cardboard Creations! \| Rochester Public Library December 23 @ 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm Cardboard Creations! \| Rochester Public Library We will provide the cardboard and duct tape and you bring your greatest ideas to create a variety of creatures and construction. + 11 More	18 events 24 18 events, 24 6:30 am - 9:30 am National Eggnog Day \| Darlin’ Bakery & Cafe December 24 @ 6:30 am - 9:30 am National Eggnog Day \| Darlin’ Bakery & Cafe Eggnog steamer, eggnog hot chocolate, eggnog latte, and eggnog mocha!, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Moving Beyond Bars \| Rochester Art Center December 24 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Moving Beyond Bars \| Rochester Art Center "Moving Beyond Bars" Co-Created by Suzanne Costello & Ariadne Albright On view October 11, 2025 - February 8, 2026 Reception: Sunday, October 12, 2025 \| 1:00 - 3:00 PM Rochester Art Center is proud to present Moving Beyond Bars, an immersive exhibition featuring monumental artworks and personal writings created by... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” \| Rochester Art Center December 24 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” \| Rochester Art Center On view September 13, 2025 - April 2026 Curator: Zoe Cinel "Face in Clouds, invisible ink" is a solo exhibition by NYC-based artist Ryan Woodring. The exhibition encompasses several recent bodies of work that proceed both literally and figuratively out of a reckoning with invisible illness. The title "Face in... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection \| Rochester Art Center December 24 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection \| Rochester Art Center Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection Exhibition on View: October 26, 2025 - Sunday, March 29 2026 Rochester Art Center is proud to present Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection, a major exhibition that... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Erin Smith: Hard Copy \| Rochester Art Center December 24 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Erin Smith: Hard Copy \| Rochester Art Center Erin Smith: "Hard Copy" Curated by Zoe Cinel Exhibition on View: November 29, 2025 - August 2, 2026 Reception & Artist Spotlight Tour: November 29, 1 - 3:30 PM Rochester Art Center presents "Hard Copy," a solo exhibition by multidisciplinary artist Erin Smith. For the past few years, Smith’s practice... $5 – $21, 11:30 am - 1:30 pm Movie: Rental Family \| Pop’s Art Theater December 24 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm Movie: Rental Family \| Pop’s Art Theater RENTAL FAMILY, the new heartfelt film from HIKARI and Oscar-winner Brenden Fraser, is coming to Pop's Art Theater thru Dec 24th. Tickets and showtimes at www.popsarttheater.com Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n0pqP6ClcE8 An American actor in Tokyo struggles to find purpose until he lands an unusual gig: working for a Japanese ‘rental family’ agency,... $10 + 12 More	10 events 25 10 events, 25 10:30 am - 11:00 am Family Dance Party! \| Rochester Public LIbrary December 25 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am Family Dance Party! \| Rochester Public LIbrary Put on your dancing shoes for 30-minutes of non-stop dancing fun for families. Free, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Exhibition: Celebrations in Fiber \| Rochester Art Center December 25 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Exhibition: Celebrations in Fiber \| Rochester Art Center 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..., 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection \| Rochester Art Center December 25 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection \| Rochester Art Center Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection Exhibition on View: October 26, 2025 - Sunday, March 29 2026 Rochester Art Center is proud to present Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection, a major exhibition that... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Erin Smith: Hard Copy \| Rochester Art Center December 25 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Erin Smith: Hard Copy \| Rochester Art Center Erin Smith: "Hard Copy" Curated by Zoe Cinel Exhibition on View: November 29, 2025 - August 2, 2026 Reception & Artist Spotlight Tour: November 29, 1 - 3:30 PM Rochester Art Center presents "Hard Copy," a solo exhibition by multidisciplinary artist Erin Smith. For the past few years, Smith’s practice... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Pitha Utshob & 55th Victory Day Celebration \| Casada Township December 25 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Pitha Utshob & 55th Victory Day Celebration \| Casada Township Hello Friends, please mark your calendar for our annual pitha utshob and 55th Victory Day Celebration of Bangladesh. If you have not registered yet, please register by Dec 10, 2025., 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm Movie: Marty Supreme \| Pop’s Art Theater December 25 @ 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm Movie: Marty Supreme \| Pop’s Art Theater MARTY SUPREME, one of this year's most anticipated and lauded films, is coming to Pop's Art Theater starting Christmas Day! Tickets and showtimes coming soon at www.popsarttheater.com Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PI6-qKhzTt8 Marty Mauser, a young man with a dream no one respects, goes to hell and back in pursuit of greatness. NEW... $10 + 4 More	21 events 26 21 events, 26 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Live Action Oregon Trail Game \| Dodge Center Public Library December 26 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Live Action Oregon Trail Game \| Dodge Center Public Library Cross rivers, hunt for bison, and try to avoid dysentery in our live action version of Oregon Trail! Each stop will have you rolling dice to cross the river, flipping cards to avoid snakebite, stacking blocks to build a shelter, and hunting deer and squirrels with Nerf guns! The game..., 10:30 am - 11:00 am Stuffed Animal Dance Party \| Rochester Public Library December 26 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am Stuffed Animal Dance Party \| Rochester Public Library Put on your dancing shoes and bring your favorite stuffed pal for 30-minutes of non-stop dancing fun for families. Free, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” \| Rochester Art Center December 26 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” \| Rochester Art Center On view September 13, 2025 - April 2026 Curator: Zoe Cinel "Face in Clouds, invisible ink" is a solo exhibition by NYC-based artist Ryan Woodring. The exhibition encompasses several recent bodies of work that proceed both literally and figuratively out of a reckoning with invisible illness. The title "Face in... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Moving Beyond Bars \| Rochester Art Center December 26 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Moving Beyond Bars \| Rochester Art Center "Moving Beyond Bars" Co-Created by Suzanne Costello & Ariadne Albright On view October 11, 2025 - February 8, 2026 Reception: Sunday, October 12, 2025 \| 1:00 - 3:00 PM Rochester Art Center is proud to present Moving Beyond Bars, an immersive exhibition featuring monumental artworks and personal writings created by... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection \| Rochester Art Center December 26 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection \| Rochester Art Center Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection Exhibition on View: October 26, 2025 - Sunday, March 29 2026 Rochester Art Center is proud to present Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection, a major exhibition that... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Erin Smith: Hard Copy \| Rochester Art Center December 26 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Erin Smith: Hard Copy \| Rochester Art Center Erin Smith: "Hard Copy" Curated by Zoe Cinel Exhibition on View: November 29, 2025 - August 2, 2026 Reception & Artist Spotlight Tour: November 29, 1 - 3:30 PM Rochester Art Center presents "Hard Copy," a solo exhibition by multidisciplinary artist Erin Smith. For the past few years, Smith’s practice... $5 – $21 + 15 More	23 events 27 23 events, 27 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Permit to Carry Class \| Coyote Creek Outdoors December 27 @ 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Permit to Carry Class \| Coyote Creek Outdoors Minnesota Permit to Carry Class Whether you’re applying for the first time or renewing your Minnesota Permit to Carry, our Minnesota Firearms Course has you covered! This class also fulfills the training requirements for Florida permits, making it a smart option for travelers and snowbirds alike. ✨ We provide everything..., 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Live Action Oregon Trail Game \| Dodge Center Public Library December 27 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Live Action Oregon Trail Game \| Dodge Center Public Library Cross rivers, hunt for bison, and try to avoid dysentery in our live action version of Oregon Trail! Each stop will have you rolling dice to cross the river, flipping cards to avoid snakebite, stacking blocks to build a shelter, and hunting deer and squirrels with Nerf guns! The game..., 10:00 am - 1:00 pm LIVE MUSIC – Tyler Renney \| Bleu Duck December 27 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm LIVE MUSIC – Tyler Renney \| Bleu Duck Tyler Renney plays Bleu Duck Brunch! Saturday, 10am to 1pm., 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” \| Rochester Art Center December 27 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” \| Rochester Art Center On view September 13, 2025 - April 2026 Curator: Zoe Cinel "Face in Clouds, invisible ink" is a solo exhibition by NYC-based artist Ryan Woodring. The exhibition encompasses several recent bodies of work that proceed both literally and figuratively out of a reckoning with invisible illness. The title "Face in... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Moving Beyond Bars \| Rochester Art Center December 27 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Moving Beyond Bars \| Rochester Art Center "Moving Beyond Bars" Co-Created by Suzanne Costello & Ariadne Albright On view October 11, 2025 - February 8, 2026 Reception: Sunday, October 12, 2025 \| 1:00 - 3:00 PM Rochester Art Center is proud to present Moving Beyond Bars, an immersive exhibition featuring monumental artworks and personal writings created by... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection \| Rochester Art Center December 27 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection \| Rochester Art Center Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection Exhibition on View: October 26, 2025 - Sunday, March 29 2026 Rochester Art Center is proud to present Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection, a major exhibition that... $5 – $21 + 17 More
18 events 28 18 events, 28 8:00 am - 11:00 am Med City Holiday Classic – Minor League Pickleball \| Chip Shots December 28 @ 8:00 am - 11:00 am Med City Holiday Classic – Minor League Pickleball \| Chip Shots Minor League Pickleball is back at Chip Shots! This holiday season, spend your day smashing pickleballs in an exciting, fast-paced team format sanctioned by MiLP. Event Times: • DUPR 16 – 8:00 AM • DUPR 14 – 3:00 PM Team Format: Each squad features 2 men + 2 women competing..., 10:30 am - 12:30 pm PREMIER LEAGUE – Crystal Palace vs. Tottenham Hotspur \| Little Thistle Brewing December 28 @ 10:30 am - 12:30 pm PREMIER LEAGUE – Crystal Palace vs. Tottenham Hotspur \| Little Thistle Brewing Join us for live Premier League action and connect with fellow fans and interested viewers who share your passion for the beautiful game. Come experience the energy, the rivalries, and the camaraderie with a community that lives for every goal!, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” \| Rochester Art Center December 28 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” \| Rochester Art Center On view September 13, 2025 - April 2026 Curator: Zoe Cinel "Face in Clouds, invisible ink" is a solo exhibition by NYC-based artist Ryan Woodring. The exhibition encompasses several recent bodies of work that proceed both literally and figuratively out of a reckoning with invisible illness. The title "Face in... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Moving Beyond Bars \| Rochester Art Center December 28 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Moving Beyond Bars \| Rochester Art Center "Moving Beyond Bars" Co-Created by Suzanne Costello & Ariadne Albright On view October 11, 2025 - February 8, 2026 Reception: Sunday, October 12, 2025 \| 1:00 - 3:00 PM Rochester Art Center is proud to present Moving Beyond Bars, an immersive exhibition featuring monumental artworks and personal writings created by... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection \| Rochester Art Center December 28 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection \| Rochester Art Center Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection Exhibition on View: October 26, 2025 - Sunday, March 29 2026 Rochester Art Center is proud to present Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection, a major exhibition that... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Erin Smith: Hard Copy \| Rochester Art Center December 28 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Erin Smith: Hard Copy \| Rochester Art Center Erin Smith: "Hard Copy" Curated by Zoe Cinel Exhibition on View: November 29, 2025 - August 2, 2026 Reception & Artist Spotlight Tour: November 29, 1 - 3:30 PM Rochester Art Center presents "Hard Copy," a solo exhibition by multidisciplinary artist Erin Smith. For the past few years, Smith’s practice... $5 – $21 + 12 More	16 events 29 16 events, 29 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Winter Break Camp \| Miss Angie’s Place December 29 @ 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Winter Break Camp \| Miss Angie’s Place Has your child ever been to one of our summer camps?! If yes, you know just how much FUN we have! Join us for our new Winter Break Camp and enjoy the beautiful winter weather! Day One // Artsy Fartsy All things art! Your child will have the opportunity to... $3 – $216, 8:30 am - 12:30 pm Winter Days \| Zumbro Valley Health Center December 29 @ 8:30 am - 12:30 pm Winter Days \| Zumbro Valley Health Center Looking for a fun, engaging way for your kids to spend their winter break? Join us at our Greenview location for mornings full of activities designed to boost mental health, build coping skills, and just have a great time! 🗓 WHEN & WHERE? Dates: December 22 & 23 \| December..., 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Live Action Oregon Trail Game \| Dodge Center Public Library December 29 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Live Action Oregon Trail Game \| Dodge Center Public Library Cross rivers, hunt for bison, and try to avoid dysentery in our live action version of Oregon Trail! Each stop will have you rolling dice to cross the river, flipping cards to avoid snakebite, stacking blocks to build a shelter, and hunting deer and squirrels with Nerf guns! The game..., 10:00 am - 8:00 pm Bigfoot and Friends Scavenger Hunt \| Rochester Public Library December 29 @ 10:00 am - 8:00 pm Bigfoot and Friends Scavenger Hunt \| Rochester Public Library Mysterious cryptid creatures have been spotted lurking in the library - can you help us find them? This special scavenger hunt will be available all day in Youth Services. Free, 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm Movie: Marty Supreme \| Pop’s Art Theater December 29 @ 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm Movie: Marty Supreme \| Pop’s Art Theater MARTY SUPREME, one of this year's most anticipated and lauded films, is coming to Pop's Art Theater starting Christmas Day! Tickets and showtimes coming soon at www.popsarttheater.com Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PI6-qKhzTt8 Marty Mauser, a young man with a dream no one respects, goes to hell and back in pursuit of greatness. NEW... $10, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Holiday Family Fun Movie December 29 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Holiday Family Fun Movie Looking for something to so with the kiddos home from school on winter break? Join us for a matinee showing of "Home Alone" at the library! The movie is rated PG and is 1hr 43min long. There will be some light, festive snacks served and ALL are welcome! + 10 More	21 events 30 21 events, 30 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Winter Break Camp \| Miss Angie’s Place December 30 @ 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Winter Break Camp \| Miss Angie’s Place Has your child ever been to one of our summer camps?! If yes, you know just how much FUN we have! Join us for our new Winter Break Camp and enjoy the beautiful winter weather! Day One // Artsy Fartsy All things art! Your child will have the opportunity to... $3 – $216, 8:30 am - 12:30 pm Winter Days \| Zumbro Valley Health Center December 30 @ 8:30 am - 12:30 pm Winter Days \| Zumbro Valley Health Center Looking for a fun, engaging way for your kids to spend their winter break? Join us at our Greenview location for mornings full of activities designed to boost mental health, build coping skills, and just have a great time! 🗓 WHEN & WHERE? Dates: December 22 & 23 \| December..., 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Permit to Carry Class \| Coyote Creek Outdoors December 30 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Permit to Carry Class \| Coyote Creek Outdoors Minnesota Permit to Carry Class Whether you’re applying for the first time or renewing your Minnesota Permit to Carry, our Minnesota Firearms Course has you covered! This class also fulfills the training requirements for Florida permits, making it a smart option for travelers and snowbirds alike. ✨ We provide everything..., 9:00 am - 11:00 am Toddler Tuesday \| Boundless December 30 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am Toddler Tuesday \| Boundless 🎉❄️ Hey parents! Looking for a fun way to keep your little ones active this December? Join us for Toddler Tuesday with Boundless! ❄️🎉 Every Tuesday in December, from 9:00 am to 11:00 am, we’ll have toddler-focused toys, games, and activities to promote exercise, motor skills, and group fun. Plus,..., 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Live Action Oregon Trail Game \| Dodge Center Public Library December 30 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Live Action Oregon Trail Game \| Dodge Center Public Library Cross rivers, hunt for bison, and try to avoid dysentery in our live action version of Oregon Trail! Each stop will have you rolling dice to cross the river, flipping cards to avoid snakebite, stacking blocks to build a shelter, and hunting deer and squirrels with Nerf guns! The game..., 10:30 am - 11:00 am Rainforest Family Dance Party \| Rochester Public Library December 30 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am Rainforest Family Dance Party \| Rochester Public Library Swing, stomp, and shake like rainforest animals! Come dressed as your favorite animal or just bring your best dance moves! Free + 15 More	32 events 31 32 events, 31 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Winter Break Camp \| Miss Angie’s Place December 31 @ 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Winter Break Camp \| Miss Angie’s Place Has your child ever been to one of our summer camps?! If yes, you know just how much FUN we have! Join us for our new Winter Break Camp and enjoy the beautiful winter weather! Day One // Artsy Fartsy All things art! Your child will have the opportunity to... $3 – $216, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm SPARKLE New Year’s Eve Celebration \| SPARK Children’s Museum December 31 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm SPARKLE New Year’s Eve Celebration \| SPARK Children’s Museum Join us on New Year’s Eve for a unique family experience to celebrate the New Year at SPARK, the Children’s Museum of Rochester! With two celebration times to choose from—morning or afternoon—there’s a perfect party for every family. SPARKLE, our New Year’s Eve celebration, will include activities for all ages... $14 – $20, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Live Action Oregon Trail Game \| Dodge Center Public Library December 31 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Live Action Oregon Trail Game \| Dodge Center Public Library Cross rivers, hunt for bison, and try to avoid dysentery in our live action version of Oregon Trail! Each stop will have you rolling dice to cross the river, flipping cards to avoid snakebite, stacking blocks to build a shelter, and hunting deer and squirrels with Nerf guns! The game..., 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Hy-Vee Kids Club: Noon Years Eve \| Hy-Vee Barlows December 31 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Hy-Vee Kids Club: Noon Years Eve \| Hy-Vee Barlows Celebrate the New Year the Hy-Vee way with our Kids Club Noon Years Eve celebration! Enjoy fun games and activities for the whole family on December 31st from 10a.m. to 1p.m. at your Rochester Hy-Vee., 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” \| Rochester Art Center December 31 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” \| Rochester Art Center On view September 13, 2025 - April 2026 Curator: Zoe Cinel "Face in Clouds, invisible ink" is a solo exhibition by NYC-based artist Ryan Woodring. The exhibition encompasses several recent bodies of work that proceed both literally and figuratively out of a reckoning with invisible illness. The title "Face in... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Moving Beyond Bars \| Rochester Art Center December 31 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Moving Beyond Bars \| Rochester Art Center "Moving Beyond Bars" Co-Created by Suzanne Costello & Ariadne Albright On view October 11, 2025 - February 8, 2026 Reception: Sunday, October 12, 2025 \| 1:00 - 3:00 PM Rochester Art Center is proud to present Moving Beyond Bars, an immersive exhibition featuring monumental artworks and personal writings created by... $5 – $21 + 26 More

November 30

November 30 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” | Rochester Art Center

November 30 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Moving Beyond Bars | Rochester Art Center

November 30 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection | Rochester Art Center

November 30 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Erin Smith: Hard Copy | Rochester Art Center

November 30 @ 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Gift Wrapping and Brews! | LTS Brewing

November 30 @ 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Tailgate the Taproom | LTS Brewing

December 1

December 1 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Dancing Downtown | Peace Plaza Downtown

December 1 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Open Mic Night | Forager Brewery

December 1 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Night Club 2 Step – classes | Blue Moon Ballroom

December 2

December 2 @ 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Cardboard Creations! | Rochester Public Library

December 2 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Trivia Tuesday at Tilda’s with Trivia Mafia | Tilda’s Pizzeria

December 2 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

LTS Free Bingo | LTS Brewing

December 3

December 3 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” | Rochester Art Center

December 3 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Moving Beyond Bars | Rochester Art Center

December 3 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection | Rochester Art Center

December 3 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Erin Smith: Hard Copy | Rochester Art Center

December 3 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Trivia Mafia | Little Thistle Brewing

December 4

December 4 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am

Family Dance Party! | Rochester Public LIbrary

December 4 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Exhibition: Celebrations in Fiber | Rochester Art Center

December 4 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” | Rochester Art Center

December 4 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Moving Beyond Bars | Rochester Art Center

December 4 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection | Rochester Art Center

December 4 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Erin Smith: Hard Copy | Rochester Art Center

December 5

December 5 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” | Rochester Art Center

December 5 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Moving Beyond Bars | Rochester Art Center

December 5 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection | Rochester Art Center

December 5 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Erin Smith: Hard Copy | Rochester Art Center

December 5 @ 11:00 am - 3:30 pm

Creative Studio | Rochester Art Center

December 6

December 6 @ 8:30 am - 11:00 am

Cookie Classic | Bear Creek Services

December 6 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Nature Art Show and Sale | Quarry Hill Nature Center

December 6 @ 9:00 am - 2:00 pm

Hosanna Lutheran Christmas Bazaar | Hosanna Lutheran Church

December 6 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Indoor Winter Farmers Market | Crawford Hall – Graham Park

December 6 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Farmers Market – Holiday Bazaar | Crawford Hall – Graham Park

December 6 @ 10:00 am - 4:30 pm

Holiday LEGO Build | SCHEELS Rochester

December 7

December 7 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Holiday Fun Day – Inflatables & Breakfast | Chip Shots

December 7 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Photos with Santa | Fleet Farm

December 7 @ 10:30 am - 2:00 pm

Breakfast with Santa | North Stone Kitchen

December 7 @ 10:30 am - 12:30 pm

PREMIER LEAGUE – Fulham vs. Crystal Palace | Little Thistle Brewing

December 7 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” | Rochester Art Center

December 7 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Moving Beyond Bars | Rochester Art Center

December 8

December 8 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Intermediate Macrame Class | 125 LIVE

December 8 @ 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm

$5 5K RPS | TerraLoco

December 8 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Dancing Downtown | Peace Plaza Downtown

December 8 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Stained Glass Open Class | The Green Shack

December 8 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Poker & Chess Tournament | LTS Brewing

December 8 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Monday Night Yoga | Miss Angie’s Place

December 9

December 9 @ 2:15 pm - 3:15 pm

Debunking Myths of Estate Planning | 125 LIVE

December 9 @ 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Cardboard Creations! | Rochester Public Library

December 9 @ 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm

Glutes, Core, & More – December | 125 LIVE

December 9 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Demo Day | Collider

December 9 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Tuesday Community Meals | Peace United

December 9 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Trivia Tuesday at Tilda’s with Trivia Mafia | Tilda’s Pizzeria

December 10

December 10 @ 8:00 am - 10:00 am

Meaningful Mornings | Haley Comfort Systems

December 10 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” | Rochester Art Center

December 10 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Moving Beyond Bars | Rochester Art Center

December 10 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection | Rochester Art Center

December 10 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Erin Smith: Hard Copy | Rochester Art Center

December 10 @ 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Recovery Hangout Night | Social Garage

December 11

December 11 @ 6:30 am - 10:00 am

Pearl’s Coffee & Sunrise | Miss Angie’s Place

December 11 @ 9:00 am - 2:00 pm

Holiday Gift Fair | 125 LIVE

December 11 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am

Family Dance Party! | Rochester Public LIbrary

December 11 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Exhibition: Celebrations in Fiber | Rochester Art Center

December 11 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” | Rochester Art Center

December 11 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Moving Beyond Bars | Rochester Art Center

December 12

December 12 @ 11:00 am - 3:30 pm

Creative Studio | Rochester Art Center

December 12 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” | Rochester Art Center

December 12 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Moving Beyond Bars | Rochester Art Center

December 12 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection | Rochester Art Center

December 12 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Erin Smith: Hard Copy | Rochester Art Center

December 12 @ 11:00 am - 5:00 pm

12 Days of Christmas at The Neighborhood Nook

December 13

December 13 @ 1:00 am - 4:00 am

LIVE MUSIC – The Dreamers |

December 13 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Chillin’ At BrrrFest | Elias Construction

December 13 @ 8:00 am - 11:00 am

Breakfast With Santa

December 13 @ 8:30 am - 3:00 pm

Santa’s Express Experience | Santa’s Magical Workshop

December 13 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Rochester’s Holiday Craft, Vendor, Boutiques & More Shopping Event | RCTC Sports Complex

December 13 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Indoor Winter Farmers Market | Crawford Hall – Graham Park

December 14

December 14 @ 8:30 am - 3:00 pm

Santa’s Express Experience | Santa’s Magical Workshop

December 14 @ 9:00 am - 9:00 pm

D2D | Tap House West End

December 14 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Holiday Craft & Gift Show | Mayo Civic Center

December 14 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Holiday Cookbook Fair | People’s Food Co-op

December 14 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Holiday Ornament Painting | Art Heads Emporium

December 14 @ 10:30 am - 12:30 pm

PREMIERE LEAGUE – Brentford vs. Leeds United | Little Thistle Brewing

December 15

December 15 @ 8:00 am - 8:50 am

Learn to Swim: Adult Group Swim Lessons | 125 LIVE

December 15 @ 9:00 am - 2:00 pm

Permit to Carry Class | Coyote Creek Outdoors

December 15 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Olmsted Medical Center Presents: Developing a Self-Care Mindset to Manage Stress in Daily Life | 125 LIVE

December 15 @ 11:00 am - 5:00 pm

12 Days of Christmas at The Neighborhood Nook

December 15 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm

Adult Recess | Boundless

December 15 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Craft-Tea Coffee | St. James Coffee

December 16

December 16 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am

Toddler Tuesday | Boundless

December 16 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

LIVE MUSIC – Holiday Sing Along | Calvary Evangelical Free Church

December 16 @ 11:00 am - 5:00 pm

12 Days of Christmas at The Neighborhood Nook

December 16 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm

Adult Recess | Boundless

December 16 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

DIY Lino Dala Horse Stamp | 125 LIVE

December 16 @ 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Cardboard Creations! | Rochester Public Library

December 17

December 17 @ 9:30 am - 10:15 am

Wee Wednesday – My Wee Christmas Tree | Sargent’s on 2nd

December 17 @ 10:30 am - 11:15 am

Wee Wednesday – My Wee Christmas Tree | Sargent’s on 2nd

December 17 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” | Rochester Art Center

December 17 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Moving Beyond Bars | Rochester Art Center

December 17 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection | Rochester Art Center

December 17 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Erin Smith: Hard Copy | Rochester Art Center

December 18

December 18 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am

Family Dance Party! | Rochester Public LIbrary

December 18 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Exhibition: Celebrations in Fiber | Rochester Art Center

December 18 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” | Rochester Art Center

December 18 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Moving Beyond Bars | Rochester Art Center

December 18 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection | Rochester Art Center

December 18 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Erin Smith: Hard Copy | Rochester Art Center

December 19

December 19 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am

Coffee + Collab | Cafe Aquí

December 19 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” | Rochester Art Center

December 19 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Moving Beyond Bars | Rochester Art Center

December 19 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection | Rochester Art Center

December 19 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Erin Smith: Hard Copy | Rochester Art Center

December 19 @ 11:00 am - 3:30 pm

Creative Studio | Rochester Art Center

December 20

December 20 @ 9:00 pm - December 21 @ 2:00 am

LIVE MUSIC – Show Me Your Hits | North Star Bar

December 20 @ 7:30 am - 12:00 pm

Christmas | St. James (FREE Coffee and Tea/Other drinks BOGO)

December 20 @ 8:00 am - 11:00 am

Holiday Pancake Breakfast | Doc’s Recovery House

December 20 @ 8:30 am - 3:00 pm

Santa’s Express Experience | Santa’s Magical Workshop

December 20 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Indoor Winter Farmers Market | Crawford Hall – Graham Park

December 20 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Farmers Market – Holiday Bazaar | Crawford Hall – Graham Park

December 20 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Brunch Buffet with the Grinch | Smoak BBQ

December 20

December 20 @ 9:00 pm - December 21 @ 2:00 am

LIVE MUSIC – Show Me Your Hits | North Star Bar

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December 21 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Christmas Cookie Open House | Becca’s Sweet Tooth

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December 21 @ 7:00 am - 10:00 am

National YULE Day | Darlin’ Bakery & Cafe

December 21 @ 8:30 am - 3:00 pm

Santa’s Express Experience | Santa’s Magical Workshop

December 21 @ 9:00 am - 10:15 am

Christmas Services | Highpoint Church

December 21 @ 9:00 am - 11:30 am

kidcity Gingerbread Bash | Christ Community Church

December 21 @ 10:00 am - 4:30 pm

Holiday Photos | Forager Brewery

December 22

December 22 @ 8:00 am - 8:50 am

Learn to Swim: Adult Group Swim Lessons | 125 LIVE

December 22 @ 8:30 am - 12:30 pm

Winter Days | Zumbro Valley Health Center

December 22 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am

Cozy Family Storytime | Rochester Public Library

December 22 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Chanuka Extravaganza | Olmsted Government Center

December 22 @ 11:00 am - 5:00 pm

12 Days of Christmas at The Neighborhood Nook

December 22 @ 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

World Juniors Hockey Pre-Tournament Series | Rochester Recreation Center

December 23

December 23 @ 8:30 am - 12:30 pm

Winter Days | Zumbro Valley Health Center

December 23 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am

Toddler Tuesday | Boundless

December 23 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am

Snow Globe Dance Party! | Rochester Public Library

December 23 @ 11:00 am - 5:00 pm

12 Days of Christmas at The Neighborhood Nook

December 23 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Movie: Rental Family | Pop’s Art Theater

December 23 @ 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Cardboard Creations! | Rochester Public Library

December 24

December 24 @ 6:30 am - 9:30 am

National Eggnog Day | Darlin’ Bakery & Cafe

December 24 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Moving Beyond Bars | Rochester Art Center

December 24 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” | Rochester Art Center

December 24 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection | Rochester Art Center

December 24 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Erin Smith: Hard Copy | Rochester Art Center

December 24 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm

Movie: Rental Family | Pop’s Art Theater

December 25

December 25 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am

Family Dance Party! | Rochester Public LIbrary

December 25 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Exhibition: Celebrations in Fiber | Rochester Art Center

December 25 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection | Rochester Art Center

December 25 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Erin Smith: Hard Copy | Rochester Art Center

December 25 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Pitha Utshob & 55th Victory Day Celebration | Casada Township

December 25 @ 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Movie: Marty Supreme | Pop’s Art Theater

December 26

December 26 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Live Action Oregon Trail Game | Dodge Center Public Library

December 26 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am

Stuffed Animal Dance Party | Rochester Public Library

December 26 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” | Rochester Art Center

December 26 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Moving Beyond Bars | Rochester Art Center

December 26 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection | Rochester Art Center

December 26 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Erin Smith: Hard Copy | Rochester Art Center

December 27

December 27 @ 9:00 am - 2:00 pm

Permit to Carry Class | Coyote Creek Outdoors

December 27 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Live Action Oregon Trail Game | Dodge Center Public Library

December 27 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

LIVE MUSIC – Tyler Renney | Bleu Duck

December 27 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” | Rochester Art Center

December 27 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Moving Beyond Bars | Rochester Art Center

December 27 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection | Rochester Art Center

December 28

December 28 @ 8:00 am - 11:00 am

Med City Holiday Classic – Minor League Pickleball | Chip Shots

December 28 @ 10:30 am - 12:30 pm

PREMIER LEAGUE – Crystal Palace vs. Tottenham Hotspur | Little Thistle Brewing

December 28 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” | Rochester Art Center

December 28 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Moving Beyond Bars | Rochester Art Center

December 28 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection | Rochester Art Center

December 28 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Erin Smith: Hard Copy | Rochester Art Center

December 29

December 29 @ 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Winter Break Camp | Miss Angie’s Place

December 29 @ 8:30 am - 12:30 pm

Winter Days | Zumbro Valley Health Center

December 29 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Live Action Oregon Trail Game | Dodge Center Public Library

December 29 @ 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

Bigfoot and Friends Scavenger Hunt | Rochester Public Library

December 29 @ 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Movie: Marty Supreme | Pop’s Art Theater

December 29 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Holiday Family Fun Movie

December 30

December 30 @ 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Winter Break Camp | Miss Angie’s Place

December 30 @ 8:30 am - 12:30 pm

Winter Days | Zumbro Valley Health Center

December 30 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Permit to Carry Class | Coyote Creek Outdoors

December 30 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am

Toddler Tuesday | Boundless

December 30 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Live Action Oregon Trail Game | Dodge Center Public Library

December 30 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am

Rainforest Family Dance Party | Rochester Public Library

December 31

December 31 @ 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Winter Break Camp | Miss Angie’s Place

December 31 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

SPARKLE New Year’s Eve Celebration | SPARK Children’s Museum

December 31 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Live Action Oregon Trail Game | Dodge Center Public Library

December 31 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Hy-Vee Kids Club: Noon Years Eve | Hy-Vee Barlows

December 31 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” | Rochester Art Center

December 31 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Moving Beyond Bars | Rochester Art Center

January 1

January 1, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Vision Board & Brunch: a New Year’s Day event | Wildmother

January 1, 2026 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am

Family Dance Party! | Rochester Public LIbrary

January 1, 2026 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am

Preschool Dance Party | Rochester Public Library

January 1, 2026 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Exhibition: Celebrations in Fiber | Rochester Art Center

January 1, 2026 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Moving Beyond Bars | Rochester Art Center

January 1, 2026 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection | Rochester Art Center

January 2

January 2, 2026 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am

Science Discovery: Dinosaurs | Rochester Public Library

January 2, 2026 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” | Rochester Art Center

January 2, 2026 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Moving Beyond Bars | Rochester Art Center

January 2, 2026 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Cyclone: Artist Responses to 100 Years of the History Center of Olmsted County Collection | Rochester Art Center

January 2, 2026 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Erin Smith: Hard Copy | Rochester Art Center

January 2, 2026 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Homeschool Game Day | Friendship Place

January 3

January 3, 2026 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am

Polar Bear Prediction Run | Minneota Threads

January 3, 2026 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Indoor Winter Farmers Market | Crawford Hall – Graham Park

January 3, 2026 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Polar Bear 5K Prediction Run | Minnesota Treads

January 3, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Polar Bear Kid Friendly Class | Art Heads Emporium

January 3, 2026 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” | Rochester Art Center

January 3, 2026 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Moving Beyond Bars | Rochester Art Center