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Guide to Rochester MN Skateparks

Rochester LocalMay 31, 2020March 26, 2023

by Rochester LocalMay 31, 2020March 26, 2023

There are a few skate parks within a short driving distance from Rochester, MN and they have quite the appeal to skate enthusiasts!...

Rochester MN Guide to Playdates

Rochester LocalMarch 4, 2018October 1, 2024

by Rochester LocalMarch 4, 2018October 1, 2024

Whether you’re looking to meet up for a playdate in winter or summer, weekday or weekend, our Rochester, MN Moms Guide to Playdates is here!...

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	8 events 1 8 events, 1 9:00 am - 10:30 am Inkwell Intuitive Writers Guild \| St. James Coffee June 1 @ 9:00 am - 10:30 am Inkwell Intuitive Writers Guild \| St. James Coffee St. James Coffee is happy to host, along with our good friends at Jo's Coffee Truck, an exciting opportunity if you love to write or are interested in meeting other writers or just want an excuse to get started! What to Expect: Dedicated writing time (no distractions!) Supportive community of..., 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm $5 5k – The Heroes Hustle \| TerraLoco June 1 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm $5 5k – The Heroes Hustle \| TerraLoco This event is all about forward motion! Join us at TerraLoco for a fun 5k and support Salt & Light Partners. We'll have Police, Sheriff's Deputies, a Fire Engine, prizes and more. Bring the family - dogs, strollers and bikes are all welcome. We'll have root beer floats at the... $5, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Cribbage Tournament \| LTS Brewing Company June 1 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Cribbage Tournament \| LTS Brewing Company Come play Cribbage with us in a very casual tournament! We've got a range of drinks for everyone to enjoy and a laid back atmosphere - see you then! Free, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Rescue Pup Meetup: PCHS \| LTS Brewing Company June 1 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Rescue Pup Meetup: PCHS \| LTS Brewing Company Companion Homestead Dog Sanctuary & LTS Brewing Co are bringing you a summer of dog-loving events! Have a pup that you adopted from Paws & Claws Humane Society? Bring them out for an evening of pup cups, puppy portraits by Izzy Waite, drinks from LTS, and meeting other PCHS Alumni! Free, 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm LIVE MUSIC – RST Parking Lot Party Featuring CORI KENNEDY \| RST Airport Parking Lot June 1 @ 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm LIVE MUSIC – RST Parking Lot Party Featuring CORI KENNEDY \| RST Airport Parking Lot Kick off summer with us at RST! ☀️✈️ Join us June 1 from 6–8:30 PM for our free Parking Lot Party in the RST Airport Parking Lot! 🎶 Live music from Cori Kennedy (NBC’s The Voice) at 7 PM 🌮 Food trucks, games, and activities starting at 6 PM ✈️..., 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Free Musical Theatre Audition Workshop \| Rochester Civic Theatre Studio June 1 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Free Musical Theatre Audition Workshop \| Rochester Civic Theatre Studio Join Rochester Civic Theatre Artistic Director Lindsey Duoos Williams for a FREE musical theatre audition workshop on Monday, June 1, from 6-7 pm in the Rochester Civic Theatre Studio. This workshop will focus on acting the song, providing practical, actionable techniques you can use to take your audition to the... + 2 More	6 events 2 6 events, 2 9:00 am - 5:00 pm FREE Summer Admission \| History Center of Olmsted County June 2 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm FREE Summer Admission \| History Center of Olmsted County All summer long you can visit our museum hall, archives and grounds for FREE! May is sponsored by Edward Jones and June and July by Think Bank! Tuesday through Saturday 9am - 5pm olmstedhistory.com, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm LIVE MUSIC – Tuesday Noon Day Organ Recitals \| Trinity Lutheran Church June 2 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm LIVE MUSIC – Tuesday Noon Day Organ Recitals \| Trinity Lutheran Church Enjoy a noon day organ recital, every Tuesday this summer (no recital July 7)! Free parking, public welcome, free-will offering. Guest Organists: 6/2/2026 Daniel Schwandt - Minneapolis, MN 6/9/2026 Martin Dicke - St. Paul, MN 6/16/2026 John Stender - Edina, MN 6/23/2026 Katie Moss - Maple Grove, MN 6/30/2026 Gabriel... Free, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Teen LGBTQIA+ Board Game Night \| Rochester Public Library June 2 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Teen LGBTQIA+ Board Game Night \| Rochester Public Library Rochester Public Library Auditorium Ready to play Unstable Unicorns, Uno, Sparkle Kitty, and other fun games? Join us for this welcoming meetup as part of Rochester Public Schools Proud Resilient Youth - Social Meetups (PRYSM). Free, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Trivia Tuesday \| Tilda’s June 2 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Trivia Tuesday \| Tilda’s Join us every Tuesday at 6p for Trivia Tuesdays at Tilda's with Trivia Mafia! Free to play, win great prizes, have fun and put that useless knowledge to work! Play solo or with a team of up to 6 players! We ask questions about everything under the sun (and, in..., 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Beers for Queers \| Little Thistle Brewing June 2 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Beers for Queers \| Little Thistle Brewing A weekly gathering for LGBTQ+ friends and allies! Come celebrate where you’re celebrated!, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm FREE Garden BINGO \| LTS Brewing June 2 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm FREE Garden BINGO \| LTS Brewing Love gardening? Want a free fruit or vegetable plant? Join us at LTS on Tuesday, June 2nd at 7PM for some free fun, and maybe even walk away with a new garden plant! All you have to do is play BINGO and if you win you get to pick out...	20 events 3 20 events, 3 Featured 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Historic Mayowood Home Tours All Summer Long! Featured June 3 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Historic Mayowood Home Tours All Summer Long! Step into history at Mayowood, one of Rochester’s most popular attractions. Built in 1910 by Dr. Charles H. Mayo and his wife Edith, this 38-room home is largely furnished as it was during the family’s time here, offering a rare glimpse into the lives and legacy of the Mayo family.... $10 – $20, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm FREE Summer Admission \| History Center of Olmsted County June 3 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm FREE Summer Admission \| History Center of Olmsted County All summer long you can visit our museum hall, archives and grounds for FREE! May is sponsored by Edward Jones and June and July by Think Bank! Tuesday through Saturday 9am - 5pm olmstedhistory.com, 10:00 am - 11:00 am Guided Nature Hikes \| Chester Woods Park June 3 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Guided Nature Hikes \| Chester Woods Park Reservations are required for these hikes. Call 507-328-7350 to sign up., 10:00 am - 11:00 am Art Club \| Boundless June 3 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Art Club \| Boundless Come to Boundless on Wednesdays 10a-11a or 430p-530p to join our weekly art club. Each week is a different project. Primarily for Pre-k through 4th grade skills. All are welcome to participate though. See the Boundless events page for each week's specific project. $2 – $12, 10:30 am - 11:30 am Science Discovery \| Rochester Public Library June 3 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am Science Discovery \| Rochester Public Library Enjoy a family storytime for children of all ages this summer. Special events will be offered on the following dates: June 3: Science Discovery: Construction June 17: Construction Zone Storytime July 1: Science Discovery: Dinosaurs July 15: Nocturnal Animals Storytime July 22: Meet Elephant & Piggie August 5: Science Discovery:... Free, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” \| Rochester Art Center June 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 + 14 More	18 events 4 18 events, 4 9:00 am - 5:00 pm FREE Summer Admission \| History Center of Olmsted County June 4 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm FREE Summer Admission \| History Center of Olmsted County All summer long you can visit our museum hall, archives and grounds for FREE! May is sponsored by Edward Jones and June and July by Think Bank! Tuesday through Saturday 9am - 5pm olmstedhistory.com, 10:00 am - 11:00 am Guided Nature Hikes \| Chester Woods Park June 4 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Guided Nature Hikes \| Chester Woods Park Reservations are required for these hikes. Call 507-328-7350 to sign up., 10:30 am - 11:00 am Family Dance Party \| Rochester Public Library June 4 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am Family Dance Party \| Rochester Public Library Bring the whole family for 30 minutes of non-stop dancing fun! Special themes will be offered on the following dates: June 11: Construction Zone Dance Party July 9: Beach Day Dance Party August 13: Firefly Glow Dance Party Free, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” \| Rochester Art Center June 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 Erin Smith: Hard Copy \| Rochester Art Center June 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, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Alexandra Beaumont: The Choreography \| Rochester Art Center June 4 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Alexandra Beaumont: The Choreography \| Rochester Art Center Alexandra Beaumont: The Choreography March 14, 2026 - March 2027 \| Rochester Art Center Atrium Curated by Zoe Cinel Rochester Art Center presents an exhibition by Minneapolis-based textile artist and dancer Alexandra Beaumont. The exhibition includes artworks from her 2024 series Techniques for Ecstasy and The Choreography, a new installation that expands... + 12 More	25 events 5 25 events, 5 8:00 am - 3:00 pm Miss Angie’s Joyful Hearts Fridays \| Miss Angie’s Place June 5 @ 8:00 am - 3:00 pm Miss Angie’s Joyful Hearts Fridays \| Miss Angie’s Place Come to co-work, for free play, an open art studio and animal therapy but most of all to build community. Free, 8:00 am - 9:00 am Omni Drumming \| Assisi Heights June 5 @ 8:00 am - 9:00 am Omni Drumming \| Assisi Heights Our world longs for peace – both within and globally. This outdoor program invites us to make “community” an action through shared prayers and drumming at sunset. Drumming offers a powerful way to connect with one another, nature, and the Creator. Please bring a drum or rhythmic instrument and a... Free, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Take a Kid Fishing Weekend \| Chester Woods Park June 5 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Take a Kid Fishing Weekend \| Chester Woods Park Fish for free! Minnesotans 16 or older who take a child 15 or younger fishing don't need a license on this special weekend., 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Storytime at Soldiers Field \| Field of Fun June 5 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Storytime at Soldiers Field \| Field of Fun Soldiers Field- Field of Fun, 800 George Gibbs Drive SW, 55902 Join us for an outdoor storytime at Soldiers Field - Field of Fun near the playground off of George Gibbs Drive SW (800 George Gibbs Drive SW, 55902). Outdoor seating - bring your own blanket. This storytime will be... Free, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Farm Friday \| Red Barn Learning Farm June 5 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Farm Friday \| Red Barn Learning Farm Admission for spring/summer is $8 (+tax) for age one and over., 9:00 am - 5:00 pm FREE Summer Admission \| History Center of Olmsted County June 5 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm FREE Summer Admission \| History Center of Olmsted County All summer long you can visit our museum hall, archives and grounds for FREE! May is sponsored by Edward Jones and June and July by Think Bank! Tuesday through Saturday 9am - 5pm olmstedhistory.com + 19 More	41 events 6 41 events, 6 Featured 10:00 am - 11:30 am Nature Underground: Cave Week Naturalist Program \| Historic Chateau Theatre Featured June 6 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am Nature Underground: Cave Week Naturalist Program \| Historic Chateau Theatre 45-minute program at 10:15, followed by hands-on + Q&A with a naturalist Mini-exhibit of cave artifacts on-site All ages/family friendly @ Historic Chateau Theatre, Peace Plaza in Downtown Rochester There might be bat cookies… ---> PLEASE JOIN ME IN WELCOMING Interpretive Naturalist Ellen Gunnufson from Forestville Mystery Cave State Park,..., 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Historic Mayowood Home Tours All Summer Long! June 6 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Historic Mayowood Home Tours All Summer Long! Step into history at Mayowood, one of Rochester’s most popular attractions. Built in 1910 by Dr. Charles H. Mayo and his wife Edith, this 38-room home is largely furnished as it was during the family’s time here, offering a rare glimpse into the lives and legacy of the Mayo family.... $10 – $20, 7:00 am - 4:00 pm Paws and Claws Annual Rummage Sale \| Paws and Claws June 6 @ 7:00 am - 4:00 pm Paws and Claws Annual Rummage Sale \| Paws and Claws It’s our Annual HUGE Rummage Sale. Saturday June 6 from 7 am - 4 pm, and our Bag Sale is June 8 from 8 am- 12 pm (everything that fits in a bag is $6, and all other items are half price.) We will again hold a ticketed pre-sale on..., 7:30 am - 12:00 pm Summer Saturdays \| Rochester Farmers Market June 6 @ 7:30 am - 12:00 pm Summer Saturdays \| Rochester Farmers Market As a growers-only market, we are tied to the seasons and the climate, bringing you the healthiest and most delicious foods available throughout the year. The market is always changing. Stop by regularly to watch the colors and flavors change from one week to the next, and don't forget to..., 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Pop-Up Artisan Market \| Rochester Farmers Market June 6 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Pop-Up Artisan Market \| Rochester Farmers Market Summer Events are coming soon! Pop Up Artisan Markets start June 6th Family Fun Fairs start June 13th Health and Wellness Events start June 20th If you’d like to participate in one of these events, head over to our website for more information or to contact us via email! Rochfarmmkt@gmail.com, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Take a Kid Fishing Weekend \| Chester Woods Park June 6 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Take a Kid Fishing Weekend \| Chester Woods Park Fish for free! Minnesotans 16 or older who take a child 15 or younger fishing don't need a license on this special weekend. + 35 More
25 events 7 25 events, 7 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Take a Kid Fishing Weekend \| Chester Woods Park June 7 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Take a Kid Fishing Weekend \| Chester Woods Park Fish for free! Minnesotans 16 or older who take a child 15 or younger fishing don't need a license on this special weekend., 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Cheese Festival \| Pine Island June 7 @ 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Cheese Festival \| Pine Island Thursday, June 4, 2026 5-10pm - Gopher State Expositions Carnival 5pm - First Clue to the Golden Nugget Scavenger Hunt Posted 5 to 10 pm - Cheese Fest Food Vendors at Trailhead Park Friday, June 5, 2026 12-5pm - Pine Island History Center Open House 12-11pm - Cheese Fest Food..., 9:00 am - 5:30 pm The Lost Weekend – The Photography of May Pang \| Studio 324 June 7 @ 9:00 am - 5:30 pm The Lost Weekend – The Photography of May Pang \| Studio 324 Few people knew John Lennon as intimately as May Pang. Pang was Lennon’s lover during the infamous “Lost Weekend,” which lasted 18 months from late 1973 through 1975. During this highly creative time for Lennon, Pang took candid photos of Lennon in a comfortable, relaxed environment. A collection of these... Free, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Historic Mayowood Home Tours All Summer Long! June 7 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Historic Mayowood Home Tours All Summer Long! Step into history at Mayowood, one of Rochester’s most popular attractions. Built in 1910 by Dr. Charles H. Mayo and his wife Edith, this 38-room home is largely furnished as it was during the family’s time here, offering a rare glimpse into the lives and legacy of the Mayo family.... $10 – $20, 10:00 am - 11:00 am Guided Nature Hikes \| Chester Woods Park June 7 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Guided Nature Hikes \| Chester Woods Park Reservations are required for these hikes. Call 507-328-7350 to sign up., 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Rochester Princess Day \| Rochester International Event Center June 7 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Rochester Princess Day \| Rochester International Event Center Join the princesses for a magical event in ROCHESTER, MN! Featuring princess stories, songs, dances, crafts, games, and more! Enjoy a 90-minute princess experience in your very own city! Our event is a family-friendly princess meet & greet, giving every child the opportunity to take photos, get hugs, and have... + 19 More	7 events 8 7 events, 8 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Paws and Claws Annual Rummage Sale \| Paws and Claws June 8 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Paws and Claws Annual Rummage Sale \| Paws and Claws It’s our Annual HUGE Rummage Sale. Saturday June 6 from 7 am - 4 pm, and our Bag Sale is June 8 from 8 am- 12 pm (everything that fits in a bag is $6, and all other items are half price.) We will again hold a ticketed pre-sale on..., 9:00 am - 11:30 am Clover & Rose Art Camp Grades 1-5 \| Clover & Rose June 8 @ 9:00 am - 11:30 am Clover & Rose Art Camp Grades 1-5 \| Clover & Rose Clover & Rose Kids Art Camp is a creative, fun-filled camp designed to inspire young artists and nurture their imaginations. This camp invites children to explore the world of art through a variety of engaging and hands-on activities. Camp Highlights: Art Lesson: Children will dive into various artistic techniques such..., 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Play Ball! \| Mayo Field June 8 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Play Ball! \| Mayo Field Sponsored by the Office of the Mayor in partnership with the Rochester Honkers. Each camper will receive: --Three hours of camp taught by Honkers players and coaches --FREE Camp T-Shirt (limited to first 100 registrants) --Lunch provided --A ticket to the Honkers game that night --Run onto the field with... Free, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Climbing Summer Camps \| ROCA Climbing & Fitness June 8 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Climbing Summer Camps \| ROCA Climbing & Fitness Sign-ups are open, and spots fill quickly! Each camp week runs Monday through Thursday. Climbers will work on a variety of climbing skills, bouldering activities, run through awesome obstacle courses, play games, & rappel down the 40-foot walls (just to name a few fun activities)! Ages: 6-13 (no climbing experience..., 10:00 am - 11:00 am Guided Nature Hikes \| Chester Woods Park June 8 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Guided Nature Hikes \| Chester Woods Park Reservations are required for these hikes. Call 507-328-7350 to sign up., 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Rochester Honkers vs. La Crosse Loggers \| Mayo Field June 8 @ 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Rochester Honkers vs. La Crosse Loggers \| Mayo Field Baseball night at Mayo Field! + 1 More	16 events 9 16 events, 9 9:00 am - 11:30 am Clover & Rose Art Camp Grades 1-5 \| Clover & Rose June 9 @ 9:00 am - 11:30 am Clover & Rose Art Camp Grades 1-5 \| Clover & Rose Clover & Rose Kids Art Camp is a creative, fun-filled camp designed to inspire young artists and nurture their imaginations. This camp invites children to explore the world of art through a variety of engaging and hands-on activities. Camp Highlights: Art Lesson: Children will dive into various artistic techniques such..., 9:00 am - 5:00 pm FREE Summer Admission \| History Center of Olmsted County June 9 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm FREE Summer Admission \| History Center of Olmsted County All summer long you can visit our museum hall, archives and grounds for FREE! May is sponsored by Edward Jones and June and July by Think Bank! Tuesday through Saturday 9am - 5pm olmstedhistory.com, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Climbing Summer Camps \| ROCA Climbing & Fitness June 9 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Climbing Summer Camps \| ROCA Climbing & Fitness Sign-ups are open, and spots fill quickly! Each camp week runs Monday through Thursday. Climbers will work on a variety of climbing skills, bouldering activities, run through awesome obstacle courses, play games, & rappel down the 40-foot walls (just to name a few fun activities)! Ages: 6-13 (no climbing experience..., 10:00 am - 11:00 am Guided Nature Hikes \| Chester Woods Park June 9 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Guided Nature Hikes \| Chester Woods Park Reservations are required for these hikes. Call 507-328-7350 to sign up., 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm LIVE MUSIC – Tuesday Noon Day Organ Recitals \| Trinity Lutheran Church June 9 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm LIVE MUSIC – Tuesday Noon Day Organ Recitals \| Trinity Lutheran Church Enjoy a noon day organ recital, every Tuesday this summer (no recital July 7)! Free parking, public welcome, free-will offering. Guest Organists: 6/2/2026 Daniel Schwandt - Minneapolis, MN 6/9/2026 Martin Dicke - St. Paul, MN 6/16/2026 John Stender - Edina, MN 6/23/2026 Katie Moss - Maple Grove, MN 6/30/2026 Gabriel... Free, 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm The Village Global Farmer’s Market \| Cascade Lake Park June 9 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm The Village Global Farmer’s Market \| Cascade Lake Park Starting June 9th through October 6th, join us every Tuesday from 4:00 to 7:00 PM at Cascade Park in Rochester, MN, for a vibrant market experience. Browse a rotating lineup of local vendors, artists, and growers offering fresh, seasonal produce and unique, culturally diverse goods. Every week brings new faces,... Free + 10 More	25 events 10 25 events, 10 8:00 am - 11:00 am Kids Summer Camp – Session 1 \| Chip Shots June 10 @ 8:00 am - 11:00 am Kids Summer Camp – Session 1 \| Chip Shots Keep the kids active, engaged, and having a blast this summer with our brand-new Weekly Summer Kids Camps at Chip Shots! Designed for interactive fun and friendly competition, each camp day is packed with energy, creativity, and excitement from start to finish WHAT’S INCLUDED: 4-hour action-packed camp session Lunch included..., 9:00 am - 11:30 am Clover & Rose Art Camp Grades 1-5 \| Clover & Rose June 10 @ 9:00 am - 11:30 am Clover & Rose Art Camp Grades 1-5 \| Clover & Rose Clover & Rose Kids Art Camp is a creative, fun-filled camp designed to inspire young artists and nurture their imaginations. This camp invites children to explore the world of art through a variety of engaging and hands-on activities. Camp Highlights: Art Lesson: Children will dive into various artistic techniques such..., 9:00 am - 5:00 pm FREE Summer Admission \| History Center of Olmsted County June 10 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm FREE Summer Admission \| History Center of Olmsted County All summer long you can visit our museum hall, archives and grounds for FREE! May is sponsored by Edward Jones and June and July by Think Bank! Tuesday through Saturday 9am - 5pm olmstedhistory.com, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Climbing Summer Camps \| ROCA Climbing & Fitness June 10 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Climbing Summer Camps \| ROCA Climbing & Fitness Sign-ups are open, and spots fill quickly! Each camp week runs Monday through Thursday. Climbers will work on a variety of climbing skills, bouldering activities, run through awesome obstacle courses, play games, & rappel down the 40-foot walls (just to name a few fun activities)! Ages: 6-13 (no climbing experience..., 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Historic Mayowood Home Tours All Summer Long! June 10 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Historic Mayowood Home Tours All Summer Long! Step into history at Mayowood, one of Rochester’s most popular attractions. Built in 1910 by Dr. Charles H. Mayo and his wife Edith, this 38-room home is largely furnished as it was during the family’s time here, offering a rare glimpse into the lives and legacy of the Mayo family.... $10 – $20, 10:00 am - 11:00 am Guided Nature Hikes \| Chester Woods Park June 10 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Guided Nature Hikes \| Chester Woods Park Reservations are required for these hikes. Call 507-328-7350 to sign up. + 19 More	25 events 11 25 events, 11 9:00 am - 11:30 am Clover & Rose Art Camp Grades 1-5 \| Clover & Rose June 11 @ 9:00 am - 11:30 am Clover & Rose Art Camp Grades 1-5 \| Clover & Rose Clover & Rose Kids Art Camp is a creative, fun-filled camp designed to inspire young artists and nurture their imaginations. This camp invites children to explore the world of art through a variety of engaging and hands-on activities. Camp Highlights: Art Lesson: Children will dive into various artistic techniques such..., 9:00 am - 5:00 pm FREE Summer Admission \| History Center of Olmsted County June 11 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm FREE Summer Admission \| History Center of Olmsted County All summer long you can visit our museum hall, archives and grounds for FREE! May is sponsored by Edward Jones and June and July by Think Bank! Tuesday through Saturday 9am - 5pm olmstedhistory.com, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Climbing Summer Camps \| ROCA Climbing & Fitness June 11 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Climbing Summer Camps \| ROCA Climbing & Fitness Sign-ups are open, and spots fill quickly! Each camp week runs Monday through Thursday. Climbers will work on a variety of climbing skills, bouldering activities, run through awesome obstacle courses, play games, & rappel down the 40-foot walls (just to name a few fun activities)! Ages: 6-13 (no climbing experience..., 9:30 am - 10:30 am S.M.A.R.T. Garden Children’s Activities \| RCTC SMART Garden June 11 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am S.M.A.R.T. Garden Children’s Activities \| RCTC SMART Garden Join members of the University of MN Extension Olmsted County Master Gardeners for a story and learning activity held in the S.M.A.R.T. Garden at the Rochester Community and Technical College Heintz Center. This is a botanical garden space located at 1926 Collegeview Rd. East with parking available off of 19th... Free, 10:00 am - 11:00 am Guided Nature Hikes \| Chester Woods Park June 11 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Guided Nature Hikes \| Chester Woods Park Reservations are required for these hikes. Call 507-328-7350 to sign up., 10:00 am - 11:30 am Children’s Pond Study \| Chester Woods Park June 11 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am Children’s Pond Study \| Chester Woods Park Join park staff at the beach as we explore the reservoir and see what pond life we have living just below the waters! (Recommended Ages 8-12). + 19 More	23 events 12 23 events, 12 8:00 am - 3:00 pm Miss Angie’s Joyful Hearts Fridays \| Miss Angie’s Place June 12 @ 8:00 am - 3:00 pm Miss Angie’s Joyful Hearts Fridays \| Miss Angie’s Place Come to co-work, for free play, an open art studio and animal therapy but most of all to build community. Free, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Kiwanis All-Club Garage Sale \| Olmsted County Fair Grounds June 12 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Kiwanis All-Club Garage Sale \| Olmsted County Fair Grounds Join the Sunrisers Kiwanis Club of Rochester, MN, at the Rochester Kiwanis Garage Sale on June 12. You decide the price of all items!!!, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Farm Friday \| Red Barn Learning Farm June 12 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Farm Friday \| Red Barn Learning Farm Admission for spring/summer is $8 (+tax) for age one and over., 9:00 am - 5:00 pm FREE Summer Admission \| History Center of Olmsted County June 12 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm FREE Summer Admission \| History Center of Olmsted County All summer long you can visit our museum hall, archives and grounds for FREE! May is sponsored by Edward Jones and June and July by Think Bank! Tuesday through Saturday 9am - 5pm olmstedhistory.com, 9:30 am - 10:00 am Storytime \| Oxbow Park and Zollman Zoo June 12 @ 9:30 am - 10:00 am Storytime \| Oxbow Park and Zollman Zoo Join us for an outdoor storytime near Oxbow Park Nature Center (5731 County Road 105 NW, Byron 55920) and stay for a walk through the zoo. Admission is free. Grass seating - bring your own blanket. In the event of inclement weather this event will move inside the Nature Center... Free, 10:00 am - 11:00 am Guided Nature Hikes \| Chester Woods Park June 12 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Guided Nature Hikes \| Chester Woods Park Reservations are required for these hikes. Call 507-328-7350 to sign up. + 17 More	29 events 13 29 events, 13 7:30 am - 12:00 pm Summer Saturdays \| Rochester Farmers Market June 13 @ 7:30 am - 12:00 pm Summer Saturdays \| Rochester Farmers Market As a growers-only market, we are tied to the seasons and the climate, bringing you the healthiest and most delicious foods available throughout the year. The market is always changing. Stop by regularly to watch the colors and flavors change from one week to the next, and don't forget to..., 8:00 am - 11:00 am Everyone Can…Run, Walk & Roll 5k \| Cascade Lake June 13 @ 8:00 am - 11:00 am Everyone Can…Run, Walk & Roll 5k \| Cascade Lake Our first official 5K will be held at Cascade Lake on June 13th. Bib pick-up: 8:00 AM Race start: 9:00 AM First 100 registered participants receive an official 5K T-shirt -Finisher medals -Kids 5K -Adaptive race, 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Resources + Babywearing Education \| Rochesters Farmers Market June 13 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Resources + Babywearing Education \| Rochesters Farmers Market Come find us at the market ☀️ We’re showing up as doulas and community members, here to connect, answer questions, and offer support in real, approachable ways. Stop by to: • meet the MedCity Doulas team • learn what doula support can look like during pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond •..., 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Kiwanis All-Club Garage Sale \| Olmsted County Fair Grounds June 13 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Kiwanis All-Club Garage Sale \| Olmsted County Fair Grounds Join the Sunrisers Kiwanis Club of Rochester, MN, at the Rochester Kiwanis Garage Sale on June 12. You decide the price of all items!!!, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm FREE Summer Admission \| History Center of Olmsted County June 13 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm FREE Summer Admission \| History Center of Olmsted County All summer long you can visit our museum hall, archives and grounds for FREE! May is sponsored by Edward Jones and June and July by Think Bank! Tuesday through Saturday 9am - 5pm olmstedhistory.com, 10:00 am - 11:00 am Saturday Storytime With Craft & Snack \| History Center of Olmsted County June 13 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Saturday Storytime With Craft & Snack \| History Center of Olmsted County Gather the little ones and join us at the History Center for a morning of imagination and creativity! We are hosting a special FREE Storytime session designed for families to enjoy together with a light snack to keep our young explorers energized and a hands-on craft activity! Find updates at... + 23 More
23 events 14 23 events, 14 7:00 am - 10:00 am Treat Trot Rochester \| Cascade Lake Park June 14 @ 7:00 am - 10:00 am Treat Trot Rochester \| Cascade Lake Park Race Day Schedule 5:30-6:50 am Packet Pickup 6:55 am Kids Dash (Meet at the Start Line, and we will walk participants out to the starting area) 7:00 am National Anthem and Race Start! Results and Awards are live and available at the Registration tent immediately following your finish! Every Registration..., 8:00 am - 11:00 am Open SEMSCA Horse Show \| Westwind Acres June 14 @ 8:00 am - 11:00 am Open SEMSCA Horse Show \| Westwind Acres Online Entry closes at 5pm on June 13, 2026 https://form.jotform.com/260835310461147, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Historic Mayowood Home Tours All Summer Long! June 14 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Historic Mayowood Home Tours All Summer Long! Step into history at Mayowood, one of Rochester’s most popular attractions. Built in 1910 by Dr. Charles H. Mayo and his wife Edith, this 38-room home is largely furnished as it was during the family’s time here, offering a rare glimpse into the lives and legacy of the Mayo family.... $10 – $20, 10:00 am - 11:00 am Guided Nature Hikes \| Chester Woods Park June 14 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Guided Nature Hikes \| Chester Woods Park Reservations are required for these hikes. Call 507-328-7350 to sign up., 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” \| Rochester Art Center June 14 @ 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 Erin Smith: Hard Copy \| Rochester Art Center June 14 @ 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 + 17 More	9 events 15 9 events, 15 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Healthcare Explorers Day Camp \| RCTC June 15 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Healthcare Explorers Day Camp \| RCTC Learn about careers in Surgical Technology, Dental Hygiene, Dental Assisting, Veterinary Technician, and Nursing. Monday, June 15 – Nursing Part I Tuesday, June 16 – Surgical Technology/Veterinary Technician Wednesday, June 17 – Nursing Part II Thursday, June 18 – Dental Assisting & Dental Hygiene/Dental Health All Healthcare Explorer instructors currently..., 9:00 am - 11:30 am Clover & Rose Art Camp Grades 6-8 \| Clover & Rose June 15 @ 9:00 am - 11:30 am Clover & Rose Art Camp Grades 6-8 \| Clover & Rose Clover & Rose Kids Art Camp is a creative, fun-filled camp designed to inspire young artists and nurture their imaginations. This camp invites students to explore the world of art through a variety of engaging and hands-on activitiy. Camp Highlights: Students will dive into various artistic techniques while working with..., 9:00 am - 10:30 am Inkwell Intuitive Writers Guild \| St. James Coffee June 15 @ 9:00 am - 10:30 am Inkwell Intuitive Writers Guild \| St. James Coffee St. James Coffee is happy to host, along with our good friends at Jo's Coffee Truck, an exciting opportunity if you love to write or are interested in meeting other writers or just want an excuse to get started! What to Expect: Dedicated writing time (no distractions!) Supportive community of..., 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Climbing Summer Camps \| ROCA Climbing & Fitness June 15 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Climbing Summer Camps \| ROCA Climbing & Fitness Sign-ups are open, and spots fill quickly! Each camp week runs Monday through Thursday. Climbers will work on a variety of climbing skills, bouldering activities, run through awesome obstacle courses, play games, & rappel down the 40-foot walls (just to name a few fun activities)! Ages: 6-13 (no climbing experience..., 10:00 am - 11:00 am Guided Nature Hikes \| Chester Woods Park June 15 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Guided Nature Hikes \| Chester Woods Park Reservations are required for these hikes. Call 507-328-7350 to sign up., 10:00 am - 11:30 am Beginning Kayaking \| Chester Woods Park June 15 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am Beginning Kayaking \| Chester Woods Park Meet staff at the beach house for a brief introduction to kayaking. A brief lesson on proper life-vest fitting and simple paddle techniques, followed by a little hands-on learning. The park has a limited number of kayaks available so first come first serve. + 3 More	17 events 16 17 events, 16 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Healthcare Explorers Day Camp \| RCTC June 16 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Healthcare Explorers Day Camp \| RCTC Learn about careers in Surgical Technology, Dental Hygiene, Dental Assisting, Veterinary Technician, and Nursing. Monday, June 15 – Nursing Part I Tuesday, June 16 – Surgical Technology/Veterinary Technician Wednesday, June 17 – Nursing Part II Thursday, June 18 – Dental Assisting & Dental Hygiene/Dental Health All Healthcare Explorer instructors currently..., 9:00 am - 11:30 am Clover & Rose Art Camp Grades 6-8 \| Clover & Rose June 16 @ 9:00 am - 11:30 am Clover & Rose Art Camp Grades 6-8 \| Clover & Rose Clover & Rose Kids Art Camp is a creative, fun-filled camp designed to inspire young artists and nurture their imaginations. This camp invites students to explore the world of art through a variety of engaging and hands-on activitiy. Camp Highlights: Students will dive into various artistic techniques while working with..., 9:00 am - 5:00 pm FREE Summer Admission \| History Center of Olmsted County June 16 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm FREE Summer Admission \| History Center of Olmsted County All summer long you can visit our museum hall, archives and grounds for FREE! May is sponsored by Edward Jones and June and July by Think Bank! Tuesday through Saturday 9am - 5pm olmstedhistory.com, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Climbing Summer Camps \| ROCA Climbing & Fitness June 16 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Climbing Summer Camps \| ROCA Climbing & Fitness Sign-ups are open, and spots fill quickly! Each camp week runs Monday through Thursday. Climbers will work on a variety of climbing skills, bouldering activities, run through awesome obstacle courses, play games, & rappel down the 40-foot walls (just to name a few fun activities)! Ages: 6-13 (no climbing experience..., 9:00 am - 12:00 pm How to Write a Novel Day Camp \| RCTC June 16 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm How to Write a Novel Day Camp \| RCTC Whether you’ve never written a lick of fiction or you already have a full manuscript ready to send to agents, this workshop is for teens who want to try their hand at writing the next great American novel. This camp is a total of six days over two weeks., 10:00 am - 11:00 am Guided Nature Hikes \| Chester Woods Park June 16 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Guided Nature Hikes \| Chester Woods Park Reservations are required for these hikes. Call 507-328-7350 to sign up. + 11 More	28 events 17 28 events, 17 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Healthcare Explorers Day Camp \| RCTC June 17 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Healthcare Explorers Day Camp \| RCTC Learn about careers in Surgical Technology, Dental Hygiene, Dental Assisting, Veterinary Technician, and Nursing. Monday, June 15 – Nursing Part I Tuesday, June 16 – Surgical Technology/Veterinary Technician Wednesday, June 17 – Nursing Part II Thursday, June 18 – Dental Assisting & Dental Hygiene/Dental Health All Healthcare Explorer instructors currently..., 9:00 am - 11:30 am Clover & Rose Art Camp Grades 6-8 \| Clover & Rose June 17 @ 9:00 am - 11:30 am Clover & Rose Art Camp Grades 6-8 \| Clover & Rose Clover & Rose Kids Art Camp is a creative, fun-filled camp designed to inspire young artists and nurture their imaginations. This camp invites students to explore the world of art through a variety of engaging and hands-on activitiy. Camp Highlights: Students will dive into various artistic techniques while working with..., 9:00 am - 5:00 pm FREE Summer Admission \| History Center of Olmsted County June 17 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm FREE Summer Admission \| History Center of Olmsted County All summer long you can visit our museum hall, archives and grounds for FREE! May is sponsored by Edward Jones and June and July by Think Bank! Tuesday through Saturday 9am - 5pm olmstedhistory.com, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Climbing Summer Camps \| ROCA Climbing & Fitness June 17 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Climbing Summer Camps \| ROCA Climbing & Fitness Sign-ups are open, and spots fill quickly! Each camp week runs Monday through Thursday. Climbers will work on a variety of climbing skills, bouldering activities, run through awesome obstacle courses, play games, & rappel down the 40-foot walls (just to name a few fun activities)! Ages: 6-13 (no climbing experience..., 9:00 am - 12:00 pm How to Write a Novel Day Camp \| RCTC June 17 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm How to Write a Novel Day Camp \| RCTC Whether you’ve never written a lick of fiction or you already have a full manuscript ready to send to agents, this workshop is for teens who want to try their hand at writing the next great American novel. This camp is a total of six days over two weeks., 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Historic Mayowood Home Tours All Summer Long! June 17 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Historic Mayowood Home Tours All Summer Long! Step into history at Mayowood, one of Rochester’s most popular attractions. Built in 1910 by Dr. Charles H. Mayo and his wife Edith, this 38-room home is largely furnished as it was during the family’s time here, offering a rare glimpse into the lives and legacy of the Mayo family.... $10 – $20 + 22 More	30 events 18 30 events, 18 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Healthcare Explorers Day Camp \| RCTC June 18 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Healthcare Explorers Day Camp \| RCTC Learn about careers in Surgical Technology, Dental Hygiene, Dental Assisting, Veterinary Technician, and Nursing. Monday, June 15 – Nursing Part I Tuesday, June 16 – Surgical Technology/Veterinary Technician Wednesday, June 17 – Nursing Part II Thursday, June 18 – Dental Assisting & Dental Hygiene/Dental Health All Healthcare Explorer instructors currently..., 8:30 am - 3:30 pm 79th Annual Steamboat Days \| Winona June 18 @ 8:30 am - 3:30 pm 79th Annual Steamboat Days \| Winona Winona Steamboat Days is our yearly community celebration with a Carnival, Kiddie Parade, Fireworks, Beverage Garden, Car Show, Craft Fair & Grande Parade. Stop down for the thrills of Gold Star Amusement’s carnival rides. Swing through Levee Park for the delicious eats of our various food vendors! Don’t forget the..., 9:00 am - 11:30 am Clover & Rose Art Camp Grades 6-8 \| Clover & Rose June 18 @ 9:00 am - 11:30 am Clover & Rose Art Camp Grades 6-8 \| Clover & Rose Clover & Rose Kids Art Camp is a creative, fun-filled camp designed to inspire young artists and nurture their imaginations. This camp invites students to explore the world of art through a variety of engaging and hands-on activitiy. Camp Highlights: Students will dive into various artistic techniques while working with..., 9:00 am - 5:00 pm FREE Summer Admission \| History Center of Olmsted County June 18 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm FREE Summer Admission \| History Center of Olmsted County All summer long you can visit our museum hall, archives and grounds for FREE! May is sponsored by Edward Jones and June and July by Think Bank! Tuesday through Saturday 9am - 5pm olmstedhistory.com, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Climbing Summer Camps \| ROCA Climbing & Fitness June 18 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Climbing Summer Camps \| ROCA Climbing & Fitness Sign-ups are open, and spots fill quickly! Each camp week runs Monday through Thursday. Climbers will work on a variety of climbing skills, bouldering activities, run through awesome obstacle courses, play games, & rappel down the 40-foot walls (just to name a few fun activities)! Ages: 6-13 (no climbing experience..., 9:00 am - 12:00 pm How to Write a Novel Day Camp \| RCTC June 18 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm How to Write a Novel Day Camp \| RCTC Whether you’ve never written a lick of fiction or you already have a full manuscript ready to send to agents, this workshop is for teens who want to try their hand at writing the next great American novel. This camp is a total of six days over two weeks. + 24 More	19 events 19 19 events, 19 2026-06-19 LIVE MUSIC – Rebel Queens \| North Star Bar LIVE MUSIC – Rebel Queens \| North Star Bar June 19 @ 9:00 pm - June 20 @ 12:00 am LIVE MUSIC – Rebel Queens \| North Star Bar Rebel Queens is a powerhouse band of women honoring the past while creating the future of rock ’n’ roll. Blending dynamic interpretations of classic tracks with explosive original music, this band channels the spirit of rock’s golden era with a modern edge. Rebel Queens ignites every stage with the iconic... 8:00 am - 3:00 pm Miss Angie’s Joyful Hearts Fridays \| Miss Angie’s Place June 19 @ 8:00 am - 3:00 pm Miss Angie’s Joyful Hearts Fridays \| Miss Angie’s Place Come to co-work, for free play, an open art studio and animal therapy but most of all to build community. Free, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Farm Friday \| Red Barn Learning Farm June 19 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Farm Friday \| Red Barn Learning Farm Admission for spring/summer is $8 (+tax) for age one and over., 9:00 am - 5:00 pm FREE Summer Admission \| History Center of Olmsted County June 19 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm FREE Summer Admission \| History Center of Olmsted County All summer long you can visit our museum hall, archives and grounds for FREE! May is sponsored by Edward Jones and June and July by Think Bank! Tuesday through Saturday 9am - 5pm olmstedhistory.com, 10:00 am - 11:00 am Guided Nature Hikes \| Chester Woods Park June 19 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Guided Nature Hikes \| Chester Woods Park Reservations are required for these hikes. Call 507-328-7350 to sign up., 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” \| Rochester Art Center June 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 Erin Smith: Hard Copy \| Rochester Art Center June 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 + 12 More	31 events 20 31 events, 20 2026-06-19 LIVE MUSIC – Rebel Queens \| North Star Bar Featured 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm BBQ on the Farmstead \| History Center of Olmsted County Featured June 20 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm BBQ on the Farmstead \| History Center of Olmsted County Celebrate the heart of summer with us at the History Center as we celebrate our 100th anniversary! Join us for our “BBQ on the Farmstead” on June 20th, from 4pm - 7pm for an evening packed with vintage charm and community spirit, including tours of the caves, barn, and smokehouse and..., 7:30 am - 12:00 pm Summer Saturdays \| Rochester Farmers Market June 20 @ 7:30 am - 12:00 pm Summer Saturdays \| Rochester Farmers Market As a growers-only market, we are tied to the seasons and the climate, bringing you the healthiest and most delicious foods available throughout the year. The market is always changing. Stop by regularly to watch the colors and flavors change from one week to the next, and don't forget to..., 7:30 am - 10:30 am LIVE MUSIC – Hiahli and Loud Mouth Brass \| Thesis Beer Project June 20 @ 7:30 am - 10:30 am LIVE MUSIC – Hiahli and Loud Mouth Brass \| Thesis Beer Project Hiahli and Loud Mouth Brass hit the Thesis Stage! Saturday, June 20 at 7:30 $10 cover Hiahli is a hip-hop band that plays rock 'n' roll instruments. The high-octane MC, Cold Sweat, delivers his Golden-Age Hip-Hop lyrics over a variety of musical stylings. In addition to the usual fatback rhythms,..., 7:30 am - 11:30 pm 79th Annual Steamboat Days \| Winona June 20 @ 7:30 am - 11:30 pm 79th Annual Steamboat Days \| Winona Winona Steamboat Days is our yearly community celebration with a Carnival, Kiddie Parade, Fireworks, Beverage Garden, Car Show, Craft Fair & Grande Parade. Stop down for the thrills of Gold Star Amusement’s carnival rides. Swing through Levee Park for the delicious eats of our various food vendors! Don’t forget the..., 8:00 am - 9:00 am Sunrise and Birdsong on the Labyrinth \| Assisi Heights Spirituality Center June 20 @ 8:00 am - 9:00 am Sunrise and Birdsong on the Labyrinth \| Assisi Heights Spirituality Center Presenter: Dr. Dawn Jacobson Uplift your spirit and soothe your senses during a morning of birdsong, spiritual readings, and walking meditation on the Assisi Heights labyrinth. The labyrinth will be decorated with flowers, creating a beautiful and serene space. We will start with an opening circle, followed by a community... $10, 8:30 am - 2:00 pm Honor Bound Veterans 5k Fun Run \| Cascade Lake Park June 20 @ 8:30 am - 2:00 pm Honor Bound Veterans 5k Fun Run \| Cascade Lake Park Join Honor Bound Veterans for our 5K Fun Run on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at Cascade Lake Park in Rochester, Minnesota. This is a family-friendly fun run open to everyone. Participants can run, walk, bring family, or come out to support the mission. You do not need to be a... $35 + 24 More
22 events 21 22 events, 21 8:00 am - 5:00 pm 79th Annual Steamboat Days \| Winona June 21 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm 79th Annual Steamboat Days \| Winona Winona Steamboat Days is our yearly community celebration with a Carnival, Kiddie Parade, Fireworks, Beverage Garden, Car Show, Craft Fair & Grande Parade. Stop down for the thrills of Gold Star Amusement’s carnival rides. Swing through Levee Park for the delicious eats of our various food vendors! Don’t forget the..., 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Cheese Days \| Elgin June 21 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Cheese Days \| Elgin Elgin Cheese Days is a beloved small-town summer celebration in Elgin, Minnesota, honoring the community's dairy farming roots with family-friendly activities, food, and local festivities. The 2025 event runs June 19-21 and draws visitors from across the region for a fun weekend in the heart of Olmsted County., 8:30 am - 11:00 am GoodStock \| Good Earth Village June 21 @ 8:30 am - 11:00 am GoodStock \| Good Earth Village Join us for GoodStock 2026, a two-day celebration filled with amazing music, delicious eats, colorful fun, and unforgettable memories for the whole family. Whether you’re here to dance, run, eat, or relax, this is the event you won’t want to miss!, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Historic Mayowood Home Tours All Summer Long! June 21 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Historic Mayowood Home Tours All Summer Long! Step into history at Mayowood, one of Rochester’s most popular attractions. Built in 1910 by Dr. Charles H. Mayo and his wife Edith, this 38-room home is largely furnished as it was during the family’s time here, offering a rare glimpse into the lives and legacy of the Mayo family.... $10 – $20, 10:00 am - 11:00 am Guided Nature Hikes \| Chester Woods Park June 21 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Guided Nature Hikes \| Chester Woods Park Reservations are required for these hikes. Call 507-328-7350 to sign up., 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Father’s Day Vintage Base Ball Festival \| History Center of Olmsted County June 21 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Father’s Day Vintage Base Ball Festival \| History Center of Olmsted County Join us for 1860 base ball with some of the area's finest. This event will include multiple clubs playing 1-hour timed matches. Admission is only 2 bits (25¢)! Concessions available for purchase, kids & family activities, live animals, games & contests, museum buildings, and more! 10:00 -Mankato Baltics @ Roosters... + 16 More	6 events 22 6 events, 22 9:00 am - 11:30 am Clover & Rose Art Camp Grades 1-5 \| The Neighborhood Nook June 22 @ 9:00 am - 11:30 am Clover & Rose Art Camp Grades 1-5 \| The Neighborhood Nook Clover & Rose Kids Art Camp is a creative, fun-filled camp designed to inspire young artists and nurture their imaginations. This camp invites children to explore the world of art through a variety of engaging and hands-on activities. Camp Highlights: Art Lesson: Children will dive into various artistic techniques such..., 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Climbing Summer Camps \| ROCA Climbing & Fitness June 22 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Climbing Summer Camps \| ROCA Climbing & Fitness Sign-ups are open, and spots fill quickly! Each camp week runs Monday through Thursday. Climbers will work on a variety of climbing skills, bouldering activities, run through awesome obstacle courses, play games, & rappel down the 40-foot walls (just to name a few fun activities)! Ages: 6-13 (no climbing experience..., 9:00 am - 12:00 pm How to Write a Novel Day Camp \| RCTC June 22 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm How to Write a Novel Day Camp \| RCTC Whether you’ve never written a lick of fiction or you already have a full manuscript ready to send to agents, this workshop is for teens who want to try their hand at writing the next great American novel. This camp is a total of six days over two weeks., 10:00 am - 11:00 am Guided Nature Hikes \| Chester Woods Park June 22 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Guided Nature Hikes \| Chester Woods Park Reservations are required for these hikes. Call 507-328-7350 to sign up., 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm Mahjong Social Play \| LTS Brewing Company June 22 @ 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm Mahjong Social Play \| LTS Brewing Company Mahjong Social Play — Play, Connect, Enjoy. Come for the tiles, stay for the community. Mahjong Social Play is designed for players who are comfortable playing independently and ready to enjoy the game in a relaxed, social setting.This is not an instructional session—players should have a foundational understanding of gameplay,... $20, 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm Night Club 2 Step – classes \| Blue Moon Ballroom June 22 @ 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,...	14 events 23 14 events, 23 9:00 am - 11:30 am Clover & Rose Art Camp Grades 1-5 \| The Neighborhood Nook June 23 @ 9:00 am - 11:30 am Clover & Rose Art Camp Grades 1-5 \| The Neighborhood Nook Clover & Rose Kids Art Camp is a creative, fun-filled camp designed to inspire young artists and nurture their imaginations. This camp invites children to explore the world of art through a variety of engaging and hands-on activities. Camp Highlights: Art Lesson: Children will dive into various artistic techniques such..., 9:00 am - 5:00 pm FREE Summer Admission \| History Center of Olmsted County June 23 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm FREE Summer Admission \| History Center of Olmsted County All summer long you can visit our museum hall, archives and grounds for FREE! May is sponsored by Edward Jones and June and July by Think Bank! Tuesday through Saturday 9am - 5pm olmstedhistory.com, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Climbing Summer Camps \| ROCA Climbing & Fitness June 23 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Climbing Summer Camps \| ROCA Climbing & Fitness Sign-ups are open, and spots fill quickly! Each camp week runs Monday through Thursday. Climbers will work on a variety of climbing skills, bouldering activities, run through awesome obstacle courses, play games, & rappel down the 40-foot walls (just to name a few fun activities)! Ages: 6-13 (no climbing experience..., 9:00 am - 12:00 pm How to Write a Novel Day Camp \| RCTC June 23 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm How to Write a Novel Day Camp \| RCTC Whether you’ve never written a lick of fiction or you already have a full manuscript ready to send to agents, this workshop is for teens who want to try their hand at writing the next great American novel. This camp is a total of six days over two weeks., 10:00 am - 11:00 am Guided Nature Hikes \| Chester Woods Park June 23 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Guided Nature Hikes \| Chester Woods Park Reservations are required for these hikes. Call 507-328-7350 to sign up., 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm LIVE MUSIC – Tuesday Noon Day Organ Recitals \| Trinity Lutheran Church June 23 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm LIVE MUSIC – Tuesday Noon Day Organ Recitals \| Trinity Lutheran Church Enjoy a noon day organ recital, every Tuesday this summer (no recital July 7)! Free parking, public welcome, free-will offering. Guest Organists: 6/2/2026 Daniel Schwandt - Minneapolis, MN 6/9/2026 Martin Dicke - St. Paul, MN 6/16/2026 John Stender - Edina, MN 6/23/2026 Katie Moss - Maple Grove, MN 6/30/2026 Gabriel... Free + 8 More	22 events 24 22 events, 24 9:00 am - 11:30 am Clover & Rose Art Camp Grades 1-5 \| The Neighborhood Nook June 24 @ 9:00 am - 11:30 am Clover & Rose Art Camp Grades 1-5 \| The Neighborhood Nook Clover & Rose Kids Art Camp is a creative, fun-filled camp designed to inspire young artists and nurture their imaginations. This camp invites children to explore the world of art through a variety of engaging and hands-on activities. Camp Highlights: Art Lesson: Children will dive into various artistic techniques such..., 9:00 am - 5:00 pm FREE Summer Admission \| History Center of Olmsted County June 24 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm FREE Summer Admission \| History Center of Olmsted County All summer long you can visit our museum hall, archives and grounds for FREE! May is sponsored by Edward Jones and June and July by Think Bank! Tuesday through Saturday 9am - 5pm olmstedhistory.com, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm How to Write a Novel Day Camp \| RCTC June 24 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm How to Write a Novel Day Camp \| RCTC Whether you’ve never written a lick of fiction or you already have a full manuscript ready to send to agents, this workshop is for teens who want to try their hand at writing the next great American novel. This camp is a total of six days over two weeks., 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Climbing Summer Camps \| ROCA Climbing & Fitness June 24 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Climbing Summer Camps \| ROCA Climbing & Fitness Sign-ups are open, and spots fill quickly! Each camp week runs Monday through Thursday. Climbers will work on a variety of climbing skills, bouldering activities, run through awesome obstacle courses, play games, & rappel down the 40-foot walls (just to name a few fun activities)! Ages: 6-13 (no climbing experience..., 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Historic Mayowood Home Tours All Summer Long! June 24 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Historic Mayowood Home Tours All Summer Long! Step into history at Mayowood, one of Rochester’s most popular attractions. Built in 1910 by Dr. Charles H. Mayo and his wife Edith, this 38-room home is largely furnished as it was during the family’s time here, offering a rare glimpse into the lives and legacy of the Mayo family.... $10 – $20, 10:00 am - 11:00 am Guided Nature Hikes \| Chester Woods Park June 24 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Guided Nature Hikes \| Chester Woods Park Reservations are required for these hikes. Call 507-328-7350 to sign up. + 16 More	25 events 25 25 events, 25 Featured 7:30 am - 12:00 pm Knowlege is Power: Empowering Women to Plan for a Brighter Future \| Rochester International Event Center Featured June 25 @ 7:30 am - 12:00 pm Knowlege is Power: Empowering Women to Plan for a Brighter Future \| Rochester International Event Center Save the date and get ready for an action-packed morning focused on empowering you to lead your household in all facets of life with confidence and peace of mind! Featuring Presentations from Financial Industry Leaders, Including: Knowledge is Power: Financial Strategies for Women - Continuum Financial Group. Financially Confident Women... Free, 9:00 am - 11:30 am Clover & Rose Art Camp Grades 1-5 \| The Neighborhood Nook June 25 @ 9:00 am - 11:30 am Clover & Rose Art Camp Grades 1-5 \| The Neighborhood Nook Clover & Rose Kids Art Camp is a creative, fun-filled camp designed to inspire young artists and nurture their imaginations. This camp invites children to explore the world of art through a variety of engaging and hands-on activities. Camp Highlights: Art Lesson: Children will dive into various artistic techniques such..., 9:00 am - 5:00 pm FREE Summer Admission \| History Center of Olmsted County June 25 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm FREE Summer Admission \| History Center of Olmsted County All summer long you can visit our museum hall, archives and grounds for FREE! May is sponsored by Edward Jones and June and July by Think Bank! Tuesday through Saturday 9am - 5pm olmstedhistory.com, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Climbing Summer Camps \| ROCA Climbing & Fitness June 25 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Climbing Summer Camps \| ROCA Climbing & Fitness Sign-ups are open, and spots fill quickly! Each camp week runs Monday through Thursday. Climbers will work on a variety of climbing skills, bouldering activities, run through awesome obstacle courses, play games, & rappel down the 40-foot walls (just to name a few fun activities)! Ages: 6-13 (no climbing experience..., 9:30 am - 10:00 am Science Discovery: Bubbles \| White Oaks Park June 25 @ 9:30 am - 10:00 am Science Discovery: Bubbles \| White Oaks Park White Oaks Park, 4597 55th St NW, 55901 Join us for an outdoor celebration of bubbles with stories, songs, and activities at White Oaks Park near the playground (4597 55th St NW, 55901). Outdoor seating - bring your own blanket. This event will be canceled in inclement weather. Free, 9:30 am - 10:30 am S.M.A.R.T. Garden Children’s Activities \| RCTC SMART Garden June 25 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am S.M.A.R.T. Garden Children’s Activities \| RCTC SMART Garden Join members of the University of MN Extension Olmsted County Master Gardeners for a story and learning activity held in the S.M.A.R.T. Garden at the Rochester Community and Technical College Heintz Center. This is a botanical garden space located at 1926 Collegeview Rd. East with parking available off of 19th... Free + 19 More	19 events 26 19 events, 26 8:00 am - 3:00 pm Miss Angie’s Joyful Hearts Fridays \| Miss Angie’s Place June 26 @ 8:00 am - 3:00 pm Miss Angie’s Joyful Hearts Fridays \| Miss Angie’s Place Come to co-work, for free play, an open art studio and animal therapy but most of all to build community. Free, 8:00 am - 11:30 pm 54th Annual Water Ski Days \| Lake City June 26 @ 8:00 am - 11:30 pm 54th Annual Water Ski Days \| Lake City In 1922 a young daredevil named Ralph Samuelson invented the sport of water skiing on the waters of Lake Pepin in Lake City, Minnesota. Each year our community celebrates the man and the sport with an exciting annual festival. The 54th Annual Water Ski Days is going to be another..., 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Farm Friday \| Red Barn Learning Farm June 26 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Farm Friday \| Red Barn Learning Farm Admission for spring/summer is $8 (+tax) for age one and over., 9:00 am - 5:00 pm FREE Summer Admission \| History Center of Olmsted County June 26 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm FREE Summer Admission \| History Center of Olmsted County All summer long you can visit our museum hall, archives and grounds for FREE! May is sponsored by Edward Jones and June and July by Think Bank! Tuesday through Saturday 9am - 5pm olmstedhistory.com, 9:30 am - 10:00 am Storytime \| McQuillan Field Park June 26 @ 9:30 am - 10:00 am Storytime \| McQuillan Field Park McQuillan Field Park, 1655 Marion Road SE, 55904 Join us for an outdoor storytime at McQuillan Field Park near the splash pad (1655 Marion Road SE, 55904). Outdoor seating - bring your own blanket. This storytime will be canceled in inclement weather. Free, 10:00 am - 11:00 am Guided Nature Hikes \| Chester Woods Park June 26 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Guided Nature Hikes \| Chester Woods Park Reservations are required for these hikes. Call 507-328-7350 to sign up. + 13 More	28 events 27 28 events, 27 7:30 am - 12:00 pm Summer Saturdays \| Rochester Farmers Market June 27 @ 7:30 am - 12:00 pm Summer Saturdays \| Rochester Farmers Market As a growers-only market, we are tied to the seasons and the climate, bringing you the healthiest and most delicious foods available throughout the year. The market is always changing. Stop by regularly to watch the colors and flavors change from one week to the next, and don't forget to..., 8:00 am - 10:00 pm 54th Annual Water Ski Days \| Lake City June 27 @ 8:00 am - 10:00 pm 54th Annual Water Ski Days \| Lake City In 1922 a young daredevil named Ralph Samuelson invented the sport of water skiing on the waters of Lake Pepin in Lake City, Minnesota. Each year our community celebrates the man and the sport with an exciting annual festival. The 54th Annual Water Ski Days is going to be another..., 9:00 am - 5:00 pm FREE Summer Admission \| History Center of Olmsted County June 27 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm FREE Summer Admission \| History Center of Olmsted County All summer long you can visit our museum hall, archives and grounds for FREE! May is sponsored by Edward Jones and June and July by Think Bank! Tuesday through Saturday 9am - 5pm olmstedhistory.com, 9:00 am - 11:30 am Run to Roar 5K & Fun Run \| Grand Meadow High School June 27 @ 9:00 am - 11:30 am Run to Roar 5K & Fun Run \| Grand Meadow High School Join us in raising funds for our nonprofit, Lion's Hope! Lion's Hope is a nonprofit seeking to raise funds for special needs families who need to purchase adaptive equipment that is not covered by insurance. This equipment can help improve the quality of life for these children. We strive to... $30.00, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Historic Mayowood Home Tours All Summer Long! June 27 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Historic Mayowood Home Tours All Summer Long! Step into history at Mayowood, one of Rochester’s most popular attractions. Built in 1910 by Dr. Charles H. Mayo and his wife Edith, this 38-room home is largely furnished as it was during the family’s time here, offering a rare glimpse into the lives and legacy of the Mayo family.... $10 – $20, 10:00 am - 11:00 am Guided Nature Hikes \| Chester Woods Park June 27 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Guided Nature Hikes \| Chester Woods Park Reservations are required for these hikes. Call 507-328-7350 to sign up. + 22 More
19 events 28 19 events, 28 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Historic Mayowood Home Tours All Summer Long! June 28 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Historic Mayowood Home Tours All Summer Long! Step into history at Mayowood, one of Rochester’s most popular attractions. Built in 1910 by Dr. Charles H. Mayo and his wife Edith, this 38-room home is largely furnished as it was during the family’s time here, offering a rare glimpse into the lives and legacy of the Mayo family.... $10 – $20, 10:00 am - 11:00 am Guided Nature Hikes \| Chester Woods Park June 28 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Guided Nature Hikes \| Chester Woods Park Reservations are required for these hikes. Call 507-328-7350 to sign up., 10:00 am - 11:00 am Children’s Outdoor Storytime with a Naturalist \| Chester Woods Park June 28 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Children’s Outdoor Storytime with a Naturalist \| Chester Woods Park Meet at the Amphitheater to listen to a fun nature story followed by a little hands-on learning., 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Ryan Woodring: “Face in Clouds, invisible ink” \| Rochester Art Center June 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 Erin Smith: Hard Copy \| Rochester Art Center June 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, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Alexandra Beaumont: The Choreography \| Rochester Art Center June 28 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Alexandra Beaumont: The Choreography \| Rochester Art Center Alexandra Beaumont: The Choreography March 14, 2026 - March 2027 \| Rochester Art Center Atrium Curated by Zoe Cinel Rochester Art Center presents an exhibition by Minneapolis-based textile artist and dancer Alexandra Beaumont. The exhibition includes artworks from her 2024 series Techniques for Ecstasy and The Choreography, a new installation that expands... + 13 More	3 events 29 3 events, 29 9:00 am - 10:30 am Inkwell Intuitive Writers Guild \| St. James Coffee June 29 @ 9:00 am - 10:30 am Inkwell Intuitive Writers Guild \| St. James Coffee St. James Coffee is happy to host, along with our good friends at Jo's Coffee Truck, an exciting opportunity if you love to write or are interested in meeting other writers or just want an excuse to get started! What to Expect: Dedicated writing time (no distractions!) Supportive community of..., 10:00 am - 11:00 am Guided Nature Hikes \| Chester Woods Park June 29 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Guided Nature Hikes \| Chester Woods Park Reservations are required for these hikes. Call 507-328-7350 to sign up., 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm Night Club 2 Step – classes \| Blue Moon Ballroom June 29 @ 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,...	10 events 30 10 events, 30 9:00 am - 5:00 pm FREE Summer Admission \| History Center of Olmsted County June 30 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm FREE Summer Admission \| History Center of Olmsted County All summer long you can visit our museum hall, archives and grounds for FREE! May is sponsored by Edward Jones and June and July by Think Bank! Tuesday through Saturday 9am - 5pm olmstedhistory.com, 10:00 am - 11:00 am Guided Nature Hikes \| Chester Woods Park June 30 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Guided Nature Hikes \| Chester Woods Park Reservations are required for these hikes. Call 507-328-7350 to sign up., 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm LIVE MUSIC – Tuesday Noon Day Organ Recitals \| Trinity Lutheran Church June 30 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm LIVE MUSIC – Tuesday Noon Day Organ Recitals \| Trinity Lutheran Church Enjoy a noon day organ recital, every Tuesday this summer (no recital July 7)! Free parking, public welcome, free-will offering. Guest Organists: 6/2/2026 Daniel Schwandt - Minneapolis, MN 6/9/2026 Martin Dicke - St. Paul, MN 6/16/2026 John Stender - Edina, MN 6/23/2026 Katie Moss - Maple Grove, MN 6/30/2026 Gabriel... Free, 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm The Village Global Farmer’s Market \| Cascade Lake Park June 30 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm The Village Global Farmer’s Market \| Cascade Lake Park Starting June 9th through October 6th, join us every Tuesday from 4:00 to 7:00 PM at Cascade Park in Rochester, MN, for a vibrant market experience. Browse a rotating lineup of local vendors, artists, and growers offering fresh, seasonal produce and unique, culturally diverse goods. Every week brings new faces,... Free, 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm The Village Global Farmer’s Market- Tuesdays \| Cascade Lake Park June 30 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm The Village Global Farmer’s Market- Tuesdays \| Cascade Lake Park Starting June 9th through October 6th, join us every Tuesday from 4:00 to 7:00 PM at Cascade Park in Rochester, MN, for a vibrant market experience. Browse a rotating lineup of local vendors, artists, and growers offering fresh, seasonal produce and unique, culturally diverse goods. Every week brings new faces,..., 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Art Social at Forager Brewery June 30 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Art Social at Forager Brewery Art Social is BACK!!!! MAKE ART, MEET NEW PEOPLE, SOCIALIZE, GET CREATIVE AT FORAGER ONCE A MONTH IN THE COFFEE SHOP! The goal of this event is to create a welcoming environment that is open and free to the public. All attendees may bring their own non toxic art supplies... + 4 More

May 31

May 31 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Annual Youth Bass Classic | Chester Woods Park

May 31 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Dinosaur Day Celebration | Boundless

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

Historic Mayowood Home Tours All Summer Long!

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

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

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

Erin Smith: Hard Copy | Rochester Art Center

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

Alexandra Beaumont: The Choreography | Rochester Art Center

June 1

June 1 @ 9:00 am - 10:30 am

Inkwell Intuitive Writers Guild | St. James Coffee

June 1 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

$5 5k – The Heroes Hustle | TerraLoco

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

Cribbage Tournament | LTS Brewing Company

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

Rescue Pup Meetup: PCHS | LTS Brewing Company

June 1 @ 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm

LIVE MUSIC – RST Parking Lot Party Featuring CORI KENNEDY | RST Airport Parking Lot

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

Free Musical Theatre Audition Workshop | Rochester Civic Theatre Studio

June 2

June 2 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

FREE Summer Admission | History Center of Olmsted County

June 2 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

LIVE MUSIC – Tuesday Noon Day Organ Recitals | Trinity Lutheran Church

June 2 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Teen LGBTQIA+ Board Game Night | Rochester Public Library

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

Trivia Tuesday | Tilda’s

June 2 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Beers for Queers | Little Thistle Brewing

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

FREE Garden BINGO | LTS Brewing

June 3

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June 3 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Historic Mayowood Home Tours All Summer Long!

$10 – $20

June 3 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

FREE Summer Admission | History Center of Olmsted County

June 3 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Guided Nature Hikes | Chester Woods Park

June 3 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Art Club | Boundless

June 3 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am

Science Discovery | Rochester Public Library

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

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

June 4

June 4 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

FREE Summer Admission | History Center of Olmsted County

June 4 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Guided Nature Hikes | Chester Woods Park

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

Family Dance Party | Rochester Public Library

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

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

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

Erin Smith: Hard Copy | Rochester Art Center

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

Alexandra Beaumont: The Choreography | Rochester Art Center

June 5

June 5 @ 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

Miss Angie’s Joyful Hearts Fridays | Miss Angie’s Place

June 5 @ 8:00 am - 9:00 am

Omni Drumming | Assisi Heights

June 5 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Take a Kid Fishing Weekend | Chester Woods Park

June 5 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Storytime at Soldiers Field | Field of Fun

June 5 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Farm Friday | Red Barn Learning Farm

June 5 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

FREE Summer Admission | History Center of Olmsted County

June 6

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

Nature Underground: Cave Week Naturalist Program | Historic Chateau Theatre

June 6 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Historic Mayowood Home Tours All Summer Long!

June 6 @ 7:00 am - 4:00 pm

Paws and Claws Annual Rummage Sale | Paws and Claws

June 6 @ 7:30 am - 12:00 pm

Summer Saturdays | Rochester Farmers Market

June 6 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm

Pop-Up Artisan Market | Rochester Farmers Market

June 6 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Take a Kid Fishing Weekend | Chester Woods Park

June 7

June 7 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Take a Kid Fishing Weekend | Chester Woods Park

June 7 @ 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Cheese Festival | Pine Island

June 7 @ 9:00 am - 5:30 pm

The Lost Weekend – The Photography of May Pang | Studio 324

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

Historic Mayowood Home Tours All Summer Long!

June 7 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Guided Nature Hikes | Chester Woods Park

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

Rochester Princess Day | Rochester International Event Center

June 8

June 8 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm

Paws and Claws Annual Rummage Sale | Paws and Claws

June 8 @ 9:00 am - 11:30 am

Clover & Rose Art Camp Grades 1-5 | Clover & Rose

June 8 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Play Ball! | Mayo Field

June 8 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Climbing Summer Camps | ROCA Climbing & Fitness

June 8 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Guided Nature Hikes | Chester Woods Park

June 8 @ 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Rochester Honkers vs. La Crosse Loggers | Mayo Field

June 9

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

Clover & Rose Art Camp Grades 1-5 | Clover & Rose

June 9 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

FREE Summer Admission | History Center of Olmsted County

June 9 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Climbing Summer Camps | ROCA Climbing & Fitness

June 9 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Guided Nature Hikes | Chester Woods Park

June 9 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

LIVE MUSIC – Tuesday Noon Day Organ Recitals | Trinity Lutheran Church

June 9 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

The Village Global Farmer’s Market | Cascade Lake Park

June 10

June 10 @ 8:00 am - 11:00 am

Kids Summer Camp – Session 1 | Chip Shots

June 10 @ 9:00 am - 11:30 am

Clover & Rose Art Camp Grades 1-5 | Clover & Rose

June 10 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

FREE Summer Admission | History Center of Olmsted County

June 10 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Climbing Summer Camps | ROCA Climbing & Fitness

June 10 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Historic Mayowood Home Tours All Summer Long!

June 10 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Guided Nature Hikes | Chester Woods Park

June 11

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

Clover & Rose Art Camp Grades 1-5 | Clover & Rose

June 11 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

FREE Summer Admission | History Center of Olmsted County

June 11 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Climbing Summer Camps | ROCA Climbing & Fitness

June 11 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am

S.M.A.R.T. Garden Children’s Activities | RCTC SMART Garden

June 11 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Guided Nature Hikes | Chester Woods Park

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

Children’s Pond Study | Chester Woods Park

June 12

June 12 @ 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

Miss Angie’s Joyful Hearts Fridays | Miss Angie’s Place

June 12 @ 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Kiwanis All-Club Garage Sale | Olmsted County Fair Grounds

June 12 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Farm Friday | Red Barn Learning Farm

June 12 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

FREE Summer Admission | History Center of Olmsted County

June 12 @ 9:30 am - 10:00 am

Storytime | Oxbow Park and Zollman Zoo

June 12 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Guided Nature Hikes | Chester Woods Park

June 13

June 13 @ 7:30 am - 12:00 pm

Summer Saturdays | Rochester Farmers Market

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

Everyone Can…Run, Walk & Roll 5k | Cascade Lake

June 13 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm

Resources + Babywearing Education | Rochesters Farmers Market

June 13 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm

Kiwanis All-Club Garage Sale | Olmsted County Fair Grounds

June 13 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

FREE Summer Admission | History Center of Olmsted County

June 13 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Saturday Storytime With Craft & Snack | History Center of Olmsted County

June 14

June 14 @ 7:00 am - 10:00 am

Treat Trot Rochester | Cascade Lake Park

June 14 @ 8:00 am - 11:00 am

Open SEMSCA Horse Show | Westwind Acres

June 14 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Historic Mayowood Home Tours All Summer Long!

June 14 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Guided Nature Hikes | Chester Woods Park

June 14 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

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

June 14 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Erin Smith: Hard Copy | Rochester Art Center

June 15

June 15 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm

Healthcare Explorers Day Camp | RCTC

June 15 @ 9:00 am - 11:30 am

Clover & Rose Art Camp Grades 6-8 | Clover & Rose

June 15 @ 9:00 am - 10:30 am

Inkwell Intuitive Writers Guild | St. James Coffee

June 15 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Climbing Summer Camps | ROCA Climbing & Fitness

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

Guided Nature Hikes | Chester Woods Park

June 15 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am

Beginning Kayaking | Chester Woods Park

June 16

June 16 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm

Healthcare Explorers Day Camp | RCTC

June 16 @ 9:00 am - 11:30 am

Clover & Rose Art Camp Grades 6-8 | Clover & Rose

June 16 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

FREE Summer Admission | History Center of Olmsted County

June 16 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Climbing Summer Camps | ROCA Climbing & Fitness

June 16 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

How to Write a Novel Day Camp | RCTC

June 16 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Guided Nature Hikes | Chester Woods Park

June 17

June 17 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm

Healthcare Explorers Day Camp | RCTC

June 17 @ 9:00 am - 11:30 am

Clover & Rose Art Camp Grades 6-8 | Clover & Rose

June 17 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

FREE Summer Admission | History Center of Olmsted County

June 17 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Climbing Summer Camps | ROCA Climbing & Fitness

June 17 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

How to Write a Novel Day Camp | RCTC

June 17 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Historic Mayowood Home Tours All Summer Long!

June 18

June 18 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm

Healthcare Explorers Day Camp | RCTC

June 18 @ 8:30 am - 3:30 pm

79th Annual Steamboat Days | Winona

June 18 @ 9:00 am - 11:30 am

Clover & Rose Art Camp Grades 6-8 | Clover & Rose

June 18 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

FREE Summer Admission | History Center of Olmsted County

June 18 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Climbing Summer Camps | ROCA Climbing & Fitness

June 18 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

How to Write a Novel Day Camp | RCTC

June 19

June 19 @ 9:00 pm - June 20 @ 12:00 am

LIVE MUSIC – Rebel Queens | North Star Bar

June 19 @ 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

Miss Angie’s Joyful Hearts Fridays | Miss Angie’s Place

June 19 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Farm Friday | Red Barn Learning Farm

June 19 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

FREE Summer Admission | History Center of Olmsted County

June 19 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Guided Nature Hikes | Chester Woods Park

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

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

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

Erin Smith: Hard Copy | Rochester Art Center

June 19

June 19 @ 9:00 pm - June 20 @ 12:00 am

LIVE MUSIC – Rebel Queens | North Star Bar

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June 20 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

BBQ on the Farmstead | History Center of Olmsted County

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

Summer Saturdays | Rochester Farmers Market

June 20 @ 7:30 am - 10:30 am

LIVE MUSIC – Hiahli and Loud Mouth Brass | Thesis Beer Project

June 20 @ 7:30 am - 11:30 pm

79th Annual Steamboat Days | Winona

June 20 @ 8:00 am - 9:00 am

Sunrise and Birdsong on the Labyrinth | Assisi Heights Spirituality Center

June 20 @ 8:30 am - 2:00 pm

Honor Bound Veterans 5k Fun Run | Cascade Lake Park

June 21

June 21 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

79th Annual Steamboat Days | Winona

June 21 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm

Cheese Days | Elgin

June 21 @ 8:30 am - 11:00 am

GoodStock | Good Earth Village

June 21 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Historic Mayowood Home Tours All Summer Long!

June 21 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Guided Nature Hikes | Chester Woods Park

June 21 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Father’s Day Vintage Base Ball Festival | History Center of Olmsted County

June 22

June 22 @ 9:00 am - 11:30 am

Clover & Rose Art Camp Grades 1-5 | The Neighborhood Nook

June 22 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Climbing Summer Camps | ROCA Climbing & Fitness

June 22 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

How to Write a Novel Day Camp | RCTC

June 22 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Guided Nature Hikes | Chester Woods Park

June 22 @ 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Mahjong Social Play | LTS Brewing Company

June 22 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Night Club 2 Step – classes | Blue Moon Ballroom

June 23

June 23 @ 9:00 am - 11:30 am

Clover & Rose Art Camp Grades 1-5 | The Neighborhood Nook

June 23 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

FREE Summer Admission | History Center of Olmsted County

June 23 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Climbing Summer Camps | ROCA Climbing & Fitness

June 23 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

How to Write a Novel Day Camp | RCTC

June 23 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Guided Nature Hikes | Chester Woods Park

June 23 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

LIVE MUSIC – Tuesday Noon Day Organ Recitals | Trinity Lutheran Church

June 24

June 24 @ 9:00 am - 11:30 am

Clover & Rose Art Camp Grades 1-5 | The Neighborhood Nook

June 24 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

FREE Summer Admission | History Center of Olmsted County

June 24 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

How to Write a Novel Day Camp | RCTC

June 24 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Climbing Summer Camps | ROCA Climbing & Fitness

June 24 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Historic Mayowood Home Tours All Summer Long!

June 24 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Guided Nature Hikes | Chester Woods Park

June 25

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June 25 @ 7:30 am - 12:00 pm

Knowlege is Power: Empowering Women to Plan for a Brighter Future | Rochester International Event Center

Free

June 25 @ 9:00 am - 11:30 am

Clover & Rose Art Camp Grades 1-5 | The Neighborhood Nook

June 25 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

FREE Summer Admission | History Center of Olmsted County

June 25 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Climbing Summer Camps | ROCA Climbing & Fitness

June 25 @ 9:30 am - 10:00 am

Science Discovery: Bubbles | White Oaks Park

June 25 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am

S.M.A.R.T. Garden Children’s Activities | RCTC SMART Garden

June 26

June 26 @ 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

Miss Angie’s Joyful Hearts Fridays | Miss Angie’s Place

June 26 @ 8:00 am - 11:30 pm

54th Annual Water Ski Days | Lake City

June 26 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Farm Friday | Red Barn Learning Farm

June 26 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

FREE Summer Admission | History Center of Olmsted County

June 26 @ 9:30 am - 10:00 am

Storytime | McQuillan Field Park

June 26 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Guided Nature Hikes | Chester Woods Park

June 27

June 27 @ 7:30 am - 12:00 pm

Summer Saturdays | Rochester Farmers Market

June 27 @ 8:00 am - 10:00 pm

54th Annual Water Ski Days | Lake City

June 27 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

FREE Summer Admission | History Center of Olmsted County

June 27 @ 9:00 am - 11:30 am

Run to Roar 5K & Fun Run | Grand Meadow High School

June 27 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Historic Mayowood Home Tours All Summer Long!

June 27 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Guided Nature Hikes | Chester Woods Park

June 28

June 28 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Historic Mayowood Home Tours All Summer Long!

June 28 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Guided Nature Hikes | Chester Woods Park

June 28 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Children’s Outdoor Storytime with a Naturalist | Chester Woods Park

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

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

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

Erin Smith: Hard Copy | Rochester Art Center

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

Alexandra Beaumont: The Choreography | Rochester Art Center

June 29

June 29 @ 9:00 am - 10:30 am

Inkwell Intuitive Writers Guild | St. James Coffee

June 29 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Guided Nature Hikes | Chester Woods Park

June 29 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Night Club 2 Step – classes | Blue Moon Ballroom

June 30

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

FREE Summer Admission | History Center of Olmsted County

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

Guided Nature Hikes | Chester Woods Park

June 30 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

LIVE MUSIC – Tuesday Noon Day Organ Recitals | Trinity Lutheran Church

June 30 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

The Village Global Farmer’s Market | Cascade Lake Park

June 30 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

The Village Global Farmer’s Market- Tuesdays | Cascade Lake Park

June 30 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Art Social at Forager Brewery

July 1

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July 1 @ 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm

America’s 250th Birthday Bash | History Center of Olmsted County

July 1 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

FREE Summer Admission | History Center of Olmsted County

July 1 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Historic Mayowood Home Tours All Summer Long!

July 1 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Guided Nature Hikes | Chester Woods Park

July 1 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Art Club | Boundless

July 1 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am

Science Discovery | Rochester Public Library

July 2

July 2 @ 8:00 am - 11:30 pm

Riverfest | La Crosse

July 2 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

FREE Summer Admission | History Center of Olmsted County

July 2 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Guided Nature Hikes | Chester Woods Park

July 2 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am

Family Dance Party | Rochester Public Library

July 2 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

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

July 2 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Erin Smith: Hard Copy | Rochester Art Center

July 3

July 3 @ 5:30 am - 11:45 pm

Summerfest Dance | Stewartville

July 3 @ 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

Miss Angie’s Joyful Hearts Fridays | Miss Angie’s Place

July 3 @ 8:00 am - 9:00 am

Omni Drumming | Assisi Heights

July 3 @ 8:00 am - 11:30 pm

Riverfest | La Crosse

July 3 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Farm Friday | Red Barn Learning Farm

July 3 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

FREE Summer Admission | History Center of Olmsted County

July 4

July 4 @ 7:30 am - 12:00 pm

Summer Saturdays | Rochester Farmers Market

July 4 @ 8:00 am - 10:00 pm

Old Fashioned 4th of July | Blooming Prairie

July 4 @ 8:00 am - 10:00 pm

Riverfest | La Crosse

July 4 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

FREE Summer Admission | History Center of Olmsted County

July 4 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Historic Mayowood Home Tours All Summer Long!

July 4 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Guided Nature Hikes | Chester Woods Park