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Tours at Historic Mayowood | Mayowood House

Rochester LocalJuly 16, 2025

Historic Mayowood is one of the top attractions in Rochester, drawing thousands of visitors each year! A tour of Mayowood is to experience the personal lives of Dr. Charlie Mayo,...

Little Road Trip on the Prairie: Your Guide to Laura Ingalls Wilder

ColleenApril 20, 2017November 21, 2023

by ColleenApril 20, 2017November 21, 2023

Even if you didn’t grow up reading Laura Ingalls Wilder’s books, here’s how to introduce your kids to this historical “celebrity” who grew up in our region....

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		has 7 events, 1 7 events, 1 11:00 am - 1:00 pm LIVE MUSIC – Music on the Plaza: Pat Egan \| Peace Plaza Downtown July 1 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm LIVE MUSIC – Music on the Plaza: Pat Egan \| Peace Plaza Downtown You never know where my songs may go or what they will be about , Groundhogs to Zebras , Shakespeare to Dr. Seuss , Anchor and wings, looking for Peace of Mind or Zombie’s wanting the same. Music on the Plaza brings live music to the Peace Plaza, encouraging passers... Free, 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm Cardboard Creations \| Rochester Public Library July 1 @ 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm Cardboard Creations \| Rochester Public Library We will provide the cardboard and duct tape and yo will bring your greatest ideas to create a variety of creatures and constructions. Free, 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Craft & Chat \| Rochester Public Library July 1 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Craft & Chat \| Rochester Public Library We invite you to get creative at the Library! Stop by the Library 2nd Floor area every Tuesday between 4-7 pm to work on a project you bring from home and meet new friends. Free, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm LIVE MUSIC – Music on the Plaza: honeygrl \| Peace Plaza Downtown July 1 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm LIVE MUSIC – Music on the Plaza: honeygrl \| Peace Plaza Downtown “honeygrl” is the brain child of Minnesota native Abbey Doerre. This alter ego was born out of a deep love for music, connection, and celebrating one another’s identities. Throughout the past two years Doerre has established her place in the Rochester/Minneapolis music scene as a creative force to be reckoned... Free, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Rochester Running Club All-Comers’ Youth Track Meets \| Soldiers Field Memorial Track July 1 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Rochester Running Club All-Comers’ Youth Track Meets \| Soldiers Field Memorial Track Meets are FREE for kids 2-15+ years old and open to the public. Para-athlete/wheelchair inclusion – independent or parent assisted are encouraged to participate. 2025 Dates: June 3rd, June 10th, June 17th, July 1st, July 8th, July 15th Time: 6:00 PM Location: Soldiers Memorial Field Track, 244 Soldiers Field Dr...., 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Trans Parenting Rochester \| Rochester Public Library July 1 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Trans Parenting Rochester \| Rochester Public Library Parents and caregivers of transgender, non-binary, and gender expansive individuals get together to share resources, joys, and concerns. Trans Parenting Rochester is intended for adults only. Free + 1 More	has 15 events, 2 15 events, 2 7:00 am - 8:00 pm Trivia Night \| EVEN Kitchen & Bar July 2 @ 7:00 am - 8:00 pm Trivia Night \| EVEN Kitchen & Bar Join the Fun at DJTRIVIA! Get ready to test your knowledge and have a blast every Wednesday night at 7 PM! Head over to the EVEN Kitchen and Bar inside our Rochester's Dual Brand EVEN Hotel and Staybridge Suites for a night filled with excitement and friendly competition. Win Big..., 9:00 am - 10:00 am Sensory Friendly Library Hour & Storytime for Families \| Rochester Public Library July 2 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am Sensory Friendly Library Hour & Storytime for Families \| Rochester Public Library Enjoy lower stimulation opportunity to visit the children's area of the library for one hour before opening. Use this time to play, browse, make art, or hang out. A Sensory Friendly Storytime will be offered in the auditorium at 9:15 AM. Space is limited and registration is required. Doors will... Free, 10:30 am - 11:30 am Arts and Us – Bigs (8-12 years) \| St. Mary’s University Rochester Campus July 2 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am Arts and Us – Bigs (8-12 years) \| St. Mary’s University Rochester Campus Art is ALL around us! This class helps your little artist cultivate their artistic skills while learning about the different types of art available to us. We will work with a multitude of mediums to create unique, one-of-a-kind projects. Each month is broken down into different topics, all of which... $18 – $194, 10:30 am - 11:00 am Lapsit Storytime \| Rochester Public Library July 2 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am Lapsit Storytime \| Rochester Public Library Enjoy gentle songs, simple stories, and a lullaby at this 20-minute lapsit storytime. This event is designed for children birth through 5 years old and their families. Free, 10:30 am - 11:00 am Family Storytime \| Rochester Public Library July 2 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am Family Storytime \| Rochester Public Library Enjoy a fun storytime for children of all ages and their families. Free, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: “Nostalgic Escapism” \| Rochester Art Center July 2 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: “Nostalgic Escapism” \| Rochester Art Center MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: "Nostalgic Escapism" On View June 14 – October 5, 2025 Jurors: Kalianne Morrison, LaVanda Mireles, Zoe Cinel Spotlight Tour: June 14 at 1pm Rochester Art Center presents a solo exhibition of paintings and sculptures by artist MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk. Mitzuk’s exhibition proposal was selected through a juried... $5 – $21 + 9 More	has 16 events, 3 16 events, 3 9:30 am - 10:30 am S.M.A.R.T. Garden Children’s Activities \| RCTC SMART Garden July 3 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am S.M.A.R.T. Garden Children’s Activities \| RCTC SMART Garden Join the University of MN Extension Olmsted Master Gardeners for an outdoor activity geared toward children ages 3-8. There are 5 events occurring throughout the summer months with the following themes: June 19 - Gardening; July 3 - All About Seeds; July 17 - The Water Cycle; July 31 -... Free, 10:30 am - 11:30 am Preschool Dance Party \| Rochester Public Library July 3 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am Preschool Dance Party \| Rochester Public Library Put on your dancing shoes for 30-minutes of non-stop dancing fun for toddlers & preschools! Free, 10:30 am - 11:00 am Dinosaur Dance Party! ROAR!! \| Rochester Public Library July 3 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am Dinosaur Dance Party! ROAR!! \| Rochester Public Library Get ready for some prehistoric fun! Bring a dinosaur, dress as a dinosaur, or simply stomp, roar, shake your tail to some dino-mite tunes! Free, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Exhibition: Celebrations in Fiber \| Rochester Art Center July 3 @ 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 MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: “Nostalgic Escapism” \| Rochester Art Center July 3 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: “Nostalgic Escapism” \| Rochester Art Center MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: "Nostalgic Escapism" On View June 14 – October 5, 2025 Jurors: Kalianne Morrison, LaVanda Mireles, Zoe Cinel Spotlight Tour: June 14 at 1pm Rochester Art Center presents a solo exhibition of paintings and sculptures by artist MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk. Mitzuk’s exhibition proposal was selected through a juried... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift \| Rochester Art Center July 3 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift \| Rochester Art Center Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift On View June 1 – September 28, 2025 Artist Spotlight Tour \| July 19 at 1pm Rochester Art Center is proud to present a captivating new exhibition by acclaimed glass artist and third-generation farmer Mick Meilahn. Known for his striking sculpture installations, Meilahn explores the complex... $5 – $21 + 10 More	has 22 events, 4 22 events, 4 Featured 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 4th Fest \| Soldiers Field Park Featured July 4 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 4th Fest \| Soldiers Field Park Fourth of July with Music and Fireworks Est. 2021 Held at Soldiers Field Park, 4th Fest features live music, a virtual pet parade, and a fireworks display to close the night. It’s a chance to gather, unwind, and enjoy music and fireworks together. Event Schedule 6:00 PM: Rochester Community Band 7:00..., 8:00 am - 10:00 pm Summerfest \| Stewartville, MN July 4 @ 8:00 am - 10:00 pm Summerfest \| Stewartville, MN Stewartville Summerfest 2025 is set to take place on Friday, July 4, 2025, in Stewartville, Minnesota. This annual celebration features a variety of events suitable for all ages. 🏃‍♂️ Stewartville Summerfest Runs Kick off the festivities with the Stewartville Summerfest Runs at Florence Park (371 Lakeshore Drive NW). Participants can..., 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Farm Friday! \| Red Barn Learning Farm July 4 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Farm Friday! \| Red Barn Learning Farm We are open to the public on Fridays during the Spring and Summer seasons! Come anytime during 9am and 3pm to enjoy the animals, play with the many interactive farm activities, and get some fresh country air. We sell fresh popcorn and drinks, but you are invited to bring your..., 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Old Fashion 4th of July \| Blooming Prairie July 4 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Old Fashion 4th of July \| Blooming Prairie Applications are being accepted for the 51st Old Fashioned 4th of July Fine Arts Fair & Vendor Market being held at Central Park on July 4, 2025.https://forms.gle/4WRUTJGPqZtkTxfPA Preparations for the Blooming Prairie’s Old-Fashioned 4th of July are underway! Our celebration draws more than 20,000 people annually. The Fine Arts Fair..., 10:00 am - 10:30 pm FIREWORKS – Blooming Prairie July 4 @ 10:00 am - 10:30 pm FIREWORKS – Blooming Prairie Blooming Prairie’s 2025 Old‑Fashioned Fourth of July Celebration wraps up with a free fireworks show at 10 p.m. on July 4th, set off near Victory Field in Central Park., 11:00 am - 4:00 pm MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: “Nostalgic Escapism” \| Rochester Art Center July 4 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: “Nostalgic Escapism” \| Rochester Art Center MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: "Nostalgic Escapism" On View June 14 – October 5, 2025 Jurors: Kalianne Morrison, LaVanda Mireles, Zoe Cinel Spotlight Tour: June 14 at 1pm Rochester Art Center presents a solo exhibition of paintings and sculptures by artist MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk. Mitzuk’s exhibition proposal was selected through a juried... $5 – $21 + 16 More	has 10 events, 5 10 events, 5 7:30 am - 12:00 pm Rochester Farmers Market \| Graham Park July 5 @ 7:30 am - 12:00 pm Rochester Farmers Market \| Graham Park The Rochester Farmers Market in Rochester, Minnesota, is a vibrant, year-round, grower-only market that showcases the best of southeastern Minnesota’s local agriculture and artisan products. Operated by a vendor-owned association of approximately 100 small business owners who live and farm within 50 miles of Rochester, the market emphasizes sustainability, freshness,..., 11:00 am - 4:00 pm MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: “Nostalgic Escapism” \| Rochester Art Center July 5 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: “Nostalgic Escapism” \| Rochester Art Center MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: "Nostalgic Escapism" On View June 14 – October 5, 2025 Jurors: Kalianne Morrison, LaVanda Mireles, Zoe Cinel Spotlight Tour: June 14 at 1pm Rochester Art Center presents a solo exhibition of paintings and sculptures by artist MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk. Mitzuk’s exhibition proposal was selected through a juried... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift \| Rochester Art Center July 5 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift \| Rochester Art Center Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift On View June 1 – September 28, 2025 Artist Spotlight Tour \| July 19 at 1pm Rochester Art Center is proud to present a captivating new exhibition by acclaimed glass artist and third-generation farmer Mick Meilahn. Known for his striking sculpture installations, Meilahn explores the complex... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Exhibit: Extraordinary Elsewhere \| Rochester Art Center July 5 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Exhibit: Extraordinary Elsewhere \| Rochester Art Center Extraordinary Elsewhere On View June 7, 2025 - February 1, 2026 Opening Reception: August 23, 1:00 - 5:00 PM Featured Artists: Dahm Gim, Ivonne Yáñez, Mayumi Amada, Peng Wu, Prima Jalichandra-Sakuntabhai, Rituparna Rana, Roshan Ganu, Shafrin Islam, and Ziba Rajabi Curator: Zoe Cinel This exhibition features artworks by international artists... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 11:30 pm Riverfest \| La Crosse, WI July 5 @ 11:00 am - 11:30 pm Riverfest \| La Crosse, WI Riverfest – established in 1983 to create and hold a family festival with “something for everyone”. Held annually in Riverside Park over the 4th of July weekend. Riverfest should encourage citizens for the La Crosse area to celebrate the holiday at home and invite visitors from outside the area to..., 1:00 pm - 10:00 pm Cars & Guitars \| Thesis Beer Project July 5 @ 1:00 pm - 10:00 pm Cars & Guitars \| Thesis Beer Project Get ready for a full-throttle afternoon of classic cars, guitar shredding, and excellent craft brews as Thesis Beer Project teams up with Garden & Gasoline for a one-of-a-kind holiday weekend event on Saturday, July 5. Festivities kick off at 1 p.m. with the Garden & Gasoline car show, bringing pure... Free + 4 More
has 6 events, 6 6 events, 6 11:00 am - 4:00 pm MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: “Nostalgic Escapism” \| Rochester Art Center July 6 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: “Nostalgic Escapism” \| Rochester Art Center MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: "Nostalgic Escapism" On View June 14 – October 5, 2025 Jurors: Kalianne Morrison, LaVanda Mireles, Zoe Cinel Spotlight Tour: June 14 at 1pm Rochester Art Center presents a solo exhibition of paintings and sculptures by artist MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk. Mitzuk’s exhibition proposal was selected through a juried... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift \| Rochester Art Center July 6 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift \| Rochester Art Center Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift On View June 1 – September 28, 2025 Artist Spotlight Tour \| July 19 at 1pm Rochester Art Center is proud to present a captivating new exhibition by acclaimed glass artist and third-generation farmer Mick Meilahn. Known for his striking sculpture installations, Meilahn explores the complex... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Exhibit: Extraordinary Elsewhere \| Rochester Art Center July 6 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Exhibit: Extraordinary Elsewhere \| Rochester Art Center Extraordinary Elsewhere On View June 7, 2025 - February 1, 2026 Opening Reception: August 23, 1:00 - 5:00 PM Featured Artists: Dahm Gim, Ivonne Yáñez, Mayumi Amada, Peng Wu, Prima Jalichandra-Sakuntabhai, Rituparna Rana, Roshan Ganu, Shafrin Islam, and Ziba Rajabi Curator: Zoe Cinel This exhibition features artworks by international artists... $5 – $21, 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm Puzzles and Pretzels \| Rochester Public Library July 6 @ 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm Puzzles and Pretzels \| Rochester Public Library Join us for a fun afternoon of puzzle building and designing, pretzel eating and so much more! We'll have a variety of puzzles on hand, for every age and ability. You can even design an image for your own mini puzzle to take home. Free, 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm Bird Banding \| Quarry Hill Nature Center July 6 @ 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm Bird Banding \| Quarry Hill Nature Center Flock to Quarry Hill and experience birds up close while taking part in the Nature Center's bird banding program. Learn why birds are banded and how bird banding helps with conservation. Then get up close when you learn how to trap, handle, and release wild birds safely! The data gathered from... Free, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm LIVE MUSIC – Music on the Plaza: Sothea Lam \| Peace Plaza Downtown July 6 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm LIVE MUSIC – Music on the Plaza: Sothea Lam \| Peace Plaza Downtown Sothea Lam of Push and Turn plays music that consists of beatboxing and adding layers of guitar and bass that will have you grooving in your seat. The music exploits positivity, and attendees appreciate the inclusive and danceable approach. Music on the Plaza brings live music to the Peace Plaza,... Free	has 6 events, 7 6 events, 7 10:30 am - 11:30 am Baby Gym \| Rochester Public Library July 7 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am Baby Gym \| Rochester Public Library Join us for an hour of self-directed wiggles and gross-motor development activities with props, toys and, good company! This program is designed for 0-18 month-olds and their grown-ups. Drop-in as you please. Free, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm LIVE MUSIC – Paul Plays Covers \| Music Downtown July 7 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm LIVE MUSIC – Paul Plays Covers \| Music Downtown Paul transforms pop covers from the '70s to the '00s into laid-back tunes perfect for sitting down to. Foot-tapping and singing along may occur. Music Downtown brings live music to the Peace Plaza and other downtown locations, encouraging passers by to enjoy the music of local artists over weekday lunch... Free, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm LTS Cribbage Tournament \| LTS Brewing Company July 7 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm LTS Cribbage Tournament \| LTS Brewing Company Double Elimination Singles Cribbage Tournament! Join us and meet new people for a casual cribbage tournament at LTS. -Get here between 5:30-5:50PM to register (or call if you're running late) and the tournament will start at 6PM -Winner of the tournament will receive a free crowler 3-pack and 2nd place... Free, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Dancing Downtown \| Peace Plaza Downtown July 7 @ 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 Cribbage Tournament \| LTS Brewing July 7 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Cribbage Tournament \| LTS Brewing Join us for a free Cribbage Tournament July 7th! Win prizes and sip on a delicious beverage! Free, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Breast Cancer Support Group (Stage 0-Stage 3) \| Virtual Meeting July 7 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Breast Cancer Support Group (Stage 0-Stage 3) \| Virtual Meeting Join our supportive and empowering virtual community for individuals diagnosed with Stage 0 to Stage 3 breast cancer. Connect with survivors from around the world who understand your journey and are seeking meaningful connection, education, and encouragement. This group is facilitated by fellow breast cancer survivors and regularly supported by...	has 12 events, 8 12 events, 8 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Storytime at Eyota Farmers Market \| Rochester Public Library July 8 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Storytime at Eyota Farmers Market \| Rochester Public Library Join us for an outdoor storytime at Eyota farmers Market in west Side Park (303 W. 5th St., Eyota). Arrive early to visit the Bookmobile which will be available 4 - 6:30 PM Outdoor seating - bring your own blanket. This storytime will be cancelled in inclement weather. Free, 9:30 am - 11:00 am Good Natured Kids \| Quarry Hill Nature Center July 8 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am Good Natured Kids \| Quarry Hill Nature Center Offered for 3 & 4 year old kids with an accompanying grown up, these classes are all about getting outdoors to explore, learn and connect to the natural world. New topics monthly. June 2025 10 - Good Natured Kids: Hello Little Blue 11 - Good Natured Kids: Hello Little... $18, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Music Downtown: Samuel Haefner \| Peace Plaza July 8 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Music Downtown: Samuel Haefner \| Peace Plaza Samuel is a Rochester, MN native who actively plays in the area. He is in demand as a pianist for organizations, clubs, and schools as well as a private piano teacher. Music Downtown brings live music to the Peace Plaza and other downtown locations, encouraging passers by to enjoy the... Free, 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm Cardboard Creations! \| Rochester Public Library July 8 @ 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. Free, 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Craft & Chat \| Rochester Public Library July 8 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Craft & Chat \| Rochester Public Library We invite you to get creative at the Library! Stop by the Library 2nd Floor area every Tuesday between 4-7 pm to work on a project you bring from home and meet new friends. Free, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm LIVE MUSIC – Ted Eckhardt \| Music Downtown July 8 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm LIVE MUSIC – Ted Eckhardt \| Music Downtown Ted Eckhardt is a local Rochester singer and guitarist with a mellow classic rock vibe. He released his debut EP, Mind at ease in 2023 under his artist name Peacock Coyote and continues to play locally as a solo musician and alongside Hair of the dog. Music Downtown brings live... Free + 6 More	has 15 events, 9 15 events, 9 7:00 am - 8:00 pm Trivia Night \| EVEN Kitchen & Bar July 9 @ 7:00 am - 8:00 pm Trivia Night \| EVEN Kitchen & Bar Join the Fun at DJTRIVIA! Get ready to test your knowledge and have a blast every Wednesday night at 7 PM! Head over to the EVEN Kitchen and Bar inside our Rochester's Dual Brand EVEN Hotel and Staybridge Suites for a night filled with excitement and friendly competition. Win Big..., 9:30 am - 11:00 am Good Natured Kids \| Quarry Hill Nature Center July 9 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am Good Natured Kids \| Quarry Hill Nature Center Offered for 3 & 4 year old kids with an accompanying grown up, these classes are all about getting outdoors to explore, learn and connect to the natural world. New topics monthly. June 2025 10 - Good Natured Kids: Hello Little Blue 11 - Good Natured Kids: Hello Little... $18, 10:30 am - 11:30 am Arts and Us – Bigs (8-12 years) \| St. Mary’s University Rochester Campus July 9 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am Arts and Us – Bigs (8-12 years) \| St. Mary’s University Rochester Campus Art is ALL around us! This class helps your little artist cultivate their artistic skills while learning about the different types of art available to us. We will work with a multitude of mediums to create unique, one-of-a-kind projects. Each month is broken down into different topics, all of which... $18 – $194, 10:30 am - 11:00 am Lapsit Storytime \| Rochester Public Library July 9 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am Lapsit Storytime \| Rochester Public Library Enjoy gentle songs, simple stories, and a lullaby at this 20-minute lapsit storytime. This event is designed for children birth through 5 years old and their families. Free, 10:30 am - 11:30 am Science Discovery: Trees \| Rochester Public Library July 9 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am Science Discovery: Trees \| Rochester Public Library Celebrate trees with stories, songs, and activities Free, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: “Nostalgic Escapism” \| Rochester Art Center July 9 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: “Nostalgic Escapism” \| Rochester Art Center MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: "Nostalgic Escapism" On View June 14 – October 5, 2025 Jurors: Kalianne Morrison, LaVanda Mireles, Zoe Cinel Spotlight Tour: June 14 at 1pm Rochester Art Center presents a solo exhibition of paintings and sculptures by artist MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk. Mitzuk’s exhibition proposal was selected through a juried... $5 – $21 + 9 More	has 13 events, 10 13 events, 10 10:30 am - 11:30 am Preschool Dance Party \| Rochester Public Library July 10 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am Preschool Dance Party \| Rochester Public Library Put on your dancing shoes for 30-minutes of non-stop dancing fun for toddlers & preschools! Free, 10:30 am - 11:00 am Family Dance Party! \| Rochester Public LIbrary July 10 @ 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 July 10 @ 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 MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: “Nostalgic Escapism” \| Rochester Art Center July 10 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: “Nostalgic Escapism” \| Rochester Art Center MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: "Nostalgic Escapism" On View June 14 – October 5, 2025 Jurors: Kalianne Morrison, LaVanda Mireles, Zoe Cinel Spotlight Tour: June 14 at 1pm Rochester Art Center presents a solo exhibition of paintings and sculptures by artist MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk. Mitzuk’s exhibition proposal was selected through a juried... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift \| Rochester Art Center July 10 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift \| Rochester Art Center Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift On View June 1 – September 28, 2025 Artist Spotlight Tour \| July 19 at 1pm Rochester Art Center is proud to present a captivating new exhibition by acclaimed glass artist and third-generation farmer Mick Meilahn. Known for his striking sculpture installations, Meilahn explores the complex... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 8:30 pm Thursdays Downtown \| Downtown Rochester, MN July 10 @ 11:00 am - 8:30 pm Thursdays Downtown \| Downtown Rochester, MN A weekly summer staple of downtown Rochester, Thursdays Downtown is Southern Minnesota's largest street festival, combining art, music, food, and a vendor market into one free community-uniting, block-party-style event. Join your friends and neighbors at Thursdays Downtown to eat, drink, dance, and shop the day away! Free + 7 More	has 15 events, 11 15 events, 11 Featured 7:00 am - 9:00 am Purpose Driven Coffee – Nate Nordstrom, EasyBoard \| Haley Comfort Solutions, Training Room Featured July 11 @ 7:00 am - 9:00 am Purpose Driven Coffee – Nate Nordstrom, EasyBoard \| Haley Comfort Solutions, Training Room Purpose Fueled Community Find Your People. Fuel Your Purpose. A movement of people gathering on purpose, with purpose, for purpose. In November 2022, Mick White—founder of the 100 Year Manifesto—had a spark of inspiration: What if people gathered not just for coffee, but for something deeper? Connection. Conversation. Community. And... $20, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Sensory Friendly Stuffed Animal Sleepover \| Rochester Public LIbrary July 11 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Sensory Friendly Stuffed Animal Sleepover \| Rochester Public LIbrary This lower-stimulation Stuffed Animal Sleepover event is limited to 20 total participants. Wear your pajamas, bring your stuffed friend, and enjoy a quiet story together. Then, tuck your pal into bed and with them sweet dreams. Who knows what adventures they will have overnight in the Library! Come back Saturday... Free, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Farm Friday! \| Red Barn Learning Farm July 11 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Farm Friday! \| Red Barn Learning Farm We are open to the public on Fridays during the Spring and Summer seasons! Come anytime during 9am and 3pm to enjoy the animals, play with the many interactive farm activities, and get some fresh country air. We sell fresh popcorn and drinks, but you are invited to bring your..., 9:30 am - 10:00 am Storytime at Oxbow Park \| Rochester Public LIbrary July 11 @ 9:30 am - 10:00 am Storytime at Oxbow Park \| Rochester Public LIbrary Join us for an outdoor storytime near Oxbow Park Nature Center (5731 County Road 105 NW, Byron) 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 to... Free, 10:00 am - 11:00 am Friday Storytime with Miss Barb July 11 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Friday Storytime with Miss Barb Our popular Friday Morning Storytime returns! Come and join us on July 11th for a fun and creative morning with Miss Barb. The Storytime includes a story as well as a craft project. Recommended for children between 4 and 10 years old. Free admission for everyone, sponsored by Olmsted Medical... Free admission for everyone, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: “Nostalgic Escapism” \| Rochester Art Center July 11 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: “Nostalgic Escapism” \| Rochester Art Center MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: "Nostalgic Escapism" On View June 14 – October 5, 2025 Jurors: Kalianne Morrison, LaVanda Mireles, Zoe Cinel Spotlight Tour: June 14 at 1pm Rochester Art Center presents a solo exhibition of paintings and sculptures by artist MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk. Mitzuk’s exhibition proposal was selected through a juried... $5 – $21 + 9 More	has 16 events, 12 16 events, 12 7:30 am - 12:00 pm Rochester Farmers Market \| Graham Park July 12 @ 7:30 am - 12:00 pm Rochester Farmers Market \| Graham Park The Rochester Farmers Market in Rochester, Minnesota, is a vibrant, year-round, grower-only market that showcases the best of southeastern Minnesota’s local agriculture and artisan products. Operated by a vendor-owned association of approximately 100 small business owners who live and farm within 50 miles of Rochester, the market emphasizes sustainability, freshness,..., 9:00 am - 9:00 pm Mazeppa Daze \| Mazeppa, MN July 12 @ 9:00 am - 9:00 pm Mazeppa Daze \| Mazeppa, MN 5K Run Entry HERE Parade Entry HERE, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 2nd Saturday SoulCollage® \| First Unitarian Universalist Church July 12 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 2nd Saturday SoulCollage® \| First Unitarian Universalist Church SoulCollage® is an easy, enjoyable, intuitive collage process for self-discovery and community. People make their own decks of collaged cards for their personal use from found images. The SoulCollage® method helps people discover their unique inner/outer guides and challengers, and access their own wisdom to answer their life questions. First... $5.00, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Guest Artist Jennifer Putzier \| Gallery 24 July 12 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Guest Artist Jennifer Putzier \| Gallery 24 Jennifer will have her art available at Gallery 24 July 12-18. She will be at the gallery July 12. Free, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm Financial Aid Support Session \| Rochester Public LIbrary July 12 @ 10:30 am - 12:30 pm Financial Aid Support Session \| Rochester Public LIbrary Get free support from Cradle 2 Career to complete your college Free Application for Federal Student Aide (FAFSA). Free, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: “Nostalgic Escapism” \| Rochester Art Center July 12 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: “Nostalgic Escapism” \| Rochester Art Center MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: "Nostalgic Escapism" On View June 14 – October 5, 2025 Jurors: Kalianne Morrison, LaVanda Mireles, Zoe Cinel Spotlight Tour: June 14 at 1pm Rochester Art Center presents a solo exhibition of paintings and sculptures by artist MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk. Mitzuk’s exhibition proposal was selected through a juried... $5 – $21 + 10 More
has 10 events, 13 10 events, 13 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Mazeppa Daze \| Mazeppa, MN July 13 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Mazeppa Daze \| Mazeppa, MN 5K Run Entry HERE Parade Entry HERE, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: “Nostalgic Escapism” \| Rochester Art Center July 13 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: “Nostalgic Escapism” \| Rochester Art Center MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: "Nostalgic Escapism" On View June 14 – October 5, 2025 Jurors: Kalianne Morrison, LaVanda Mireles, Zoe Cinel Spotlight Tour: June 14 at 1pm Rochester Art Center presents a solo exhibition of paintings and sculptures by artist MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk. Mitzuk’s exhibition proposal was selected through a juried... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift \| Rochester Art Center July 13 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift \| Rochester Art Center Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift On View June 1 – September 28, 2025 Artist Spotlight Tour \| July 19 at 1pm Rochester Art Center is proud to present a captivating new exhibition by acclaimed glass artist and third-generation farmer Mick Meilahn. Known for his striking sculpture installations, Meilahn explores the complex... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Exhibit: Extraordinary Elsewhere \| Rochester Art Center July 13 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Exhibit: Extraordinary Elsewhere \| Rochester Art Center Extraordinary Elsewhere On View June 7, 2025 - February 1, 2026 Opening Reception: August 23, 1:00 - 5:00 PM Featured Artists: Dahm Gim, Ivonne Yáñez, Mayumi Amada, Peng Wu, Prima Jalichandra-Sakuntabhai, Rituparna Rana, Roshan Ganu, Shafrin Islam, and Ziba Rajabi Curator: Zoe Cinel This exhibition features artworks by international artists... $5 – $21, 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm Tours at Historic Mayowood \| Mayowood House July 13 @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm Tours at Historic Mayowood \| Mayowood House Historic Mayowood is one of the top attractions in Rochester, drawing thousands of visitors each year! A tour of Mayowood is to experience the personal lives of Dr. Charlie Mayo, co-founder of the Mayo Clinic, and his son, Dr. Chuck Mayo, and gives visitors an opportunity to celebrate their amazing... $10 – $20, 1:00 pm - 9:00 pm Northfield Jazz Festival \| Northfield, MN July 13 @ 1:00 pm - 9:00 pm Northfield Jazz Festival \| Northfield, MN The Second Annual Northfield Jazz Festival is set to take place from Friday, July 11 to Sunday, July 13, 2025, in Northfield, Minnesota. This free, community-driven event features a diverse lineup of jazz performances across various venues in town. 🎷 Festival Highlights El Arte Del Bolero: Grammy Award-winning musicians Miguel... + 4 More	has 10 events, 14 10 events, 14 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Music Downtown: honygrl \| Peace Plaza July 14 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Music Downtown: honygrl \| Peace Plaza “honeygrl” is the brain child of Minnesota native Abbey Doerre. This alter ego was born out of a deep love for music, connection, and celebrating one another’s identities. Throughout the past two years Doerre has established her place in the Rochester/Minneapolis music scene as a creative force to be reckoned... Free, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Global Farmer’s Market \| MLK Park July 14 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Global Farmer’s Market \| MLK Park Join us for fresh food and more at our first season of markets at Dr. Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. Park Pavilion. Thanks to support from the city of Rochester, we are bringing a fresh new market to the MLK park neighborhood. Expect something new!! Free, 9:00 am - 12:30 pm Kids’ Korean Brush Painting Workshop \| Gallery 24 July 14 @ 9:00 am - 12:30 pm Kids’ Korean Brush Painting Workshop \| Gallery 24 Join local artist Catherine Park at Gallery 24 for a three day brush painting workshop. Please note the workshops are taught by grade. See the flyer for more information. Register here: https://checkout.square.site/merchant/2R3P41Q037NK3/checkout/TKJPGRDTNMTO6IG3PEWEEART $79.00, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Eyota Days \| Eyota, MN July 14 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Eyota Days \| Eyota, MN, 10:30 am - 11:30 am Baby Gym \| Rochester Public Library July 14 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am Baby Gym \| Rochester Public Library Join us for an hour of self-directed wiggles and gross-motor development activities with props, toys and, good company! This program is designed for 0-18 month-olds and their grown-ups. Drop-in as you please. Free, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Music Downtown: honygrl \| Peace Plaza July 14 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Music Downtown: honygrl \| Peace Plaza “honeygrl” is the brain child of Minnesota native Abbey Doerre. This alter ego was born out of a deep love for music, connection, and celebrating one another’s identities. Throughout the past two years Doerre has established her place in the Rochester/Minneapolis music scene as a creative force to be reckoned... Free + 4 More	has 13 events, 15 13 events, 15 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Cover 2 Cover Book Club \| Rochester Public LIbrary July 15 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Cover 2 Cover Book Club \| Rochester Public LIbrary Join us to discuss a popular book you'll want to read cover to cover. This month we'll be reading All Good People Here by Ashley Flowers. To register please contact, Lynnette Perry the groups host at lperry@rplmn.org or 507-328-2324. Free, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Global Farmer’s Market \| History Center of Olmsted County July 15 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Global Farmer’s Market \| History Center of Olmsted County Join us for an evening in the shade with music, arts and crafts, fresh local produce and delicious eats! You're sure to find something new!! Free, 9:00 am - 12:30 pm Kids’ Korean Brush Painting Workshop \| Gallery 24 July 15 @ 9:00 am - 12:30 pm Kids’ Korean Brush Painting Workshop \| Gallery 24 Join local artist Catherine Park at Gallery 24 for a three day brush painting workshop. Please note the workshops are taught by grade. See the flyer for more information. Register here: https://checkout.square.site/merchant/2R3P41Q037NK3/checkout/TKJPGRDTNMTO6IG3PEWEEART $79.00, 9:30 am - 11:00 am Bird Watch Bonanza \| Quarry Hill Nature Center July 15 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am Bird Watch Bonanza \| Quarry Hill Nature Center Flap, fly, and soar your way up to the Oak Savanna with a Quarry Hill naturalist! We’re calling all adventurers, ages 4 -7, and their adult sidekick to flock together for this flying wild birding experience. On this 90-minute adventure, naturalists will teach you birding basics like using binoculars (that... $40, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Music Downtown: Luke Hendrickson \| Peace Plaza July 15 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Music Downtown: Luke Hendrickson \| Peace Plaza Luke Hendrickson has performed in more than 40 states, as well as Canada, England, and Wales...releasing 2 full-length albums which have gathered nominations from the Midwest Country Music Organization, for awards such as "Album of the Year" and "Songwriter of the Year". Music Downtown brings live music to the Peace... Free, 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm Cardboard Creations! \| Rochester Public Library July 15 @ 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. Free + 7 More	has 19 events, 16 19 events, 16 7:00 am - 8:00 pm Trivia Night \| EVEN Kitchen & Bar July 16 @ 7:00 am - 8:00 pm Trivia Night \| EVEN Kitchen & Bar Join the Fun at DJTRIVIA! Get ready to test your knowledge and have a blast every Wednesday night at 7 PM! Head over to the EVEN Kitchen and Bar inside our Rochester's Dual Brand EVEN Hotel and Staybridge Suites for a night filled with excitement and friendly competition. Win Big..., 9:00 am - 10:00 am Art and Us – Littles (4-7 yrs) \| St. Mary’s University Rochester Campus July 16 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am Art and Us – Littles (4-7 yrs) \| St. Mary’s University Rochester Campus Art is ALL around us! This class helps your little artist cultivate their artistic skills while learning about the different types of art available to us. We will work with a multitude of mediums to create unique, one-of-a-kind projects. Each month is broken down into different topics, all of which... $16 – $196, 9:00 am - 12:30 pm Kids’ Korean Brush Painting Workshop \| Gallery 24 July 16 @ 9:00 am - 12:30 pm Kids’ Korean Brush Painting Workshop \| Gallery 24 Join local artist Catherine Park at Gallery 24 for a three day brush painting workshop. Please note the workshops are taught by grade. See the flyer for more information. Register here: https://checkout.square.site/merchant/2R3P41Q037NK3/checkout/TKJPGRDTNMTO6IG3PEWEEART $79.00, 10:30 am - 11:30 am Arts and Us – Bigs (8-12 years) \| St. Mary’s University Rochester Campus July 16 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am Arts and Us – Bigs (8-12 years) \| St. Mary’s University Rochester Campus Art is ALL around us! This class helps your little artist cultivate their artistic skills while learning about the different types of art available to us. We will work with a multitude of mediums to create unique, one-of-a-kind projects. Each month is broken down into different topics, all of which... $18 – $194, 10:30 am - 11:00 am Lapsit Storytime \| Rochester Public Library July 16 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am Lapsit Storytime \| Rochester Public Library Enjoy gentle songs, simple stories, and a lullaby at this 20-minute lapsit storytime. This event is designed for children birth through 5 years old and their families. Free, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: “Nostalgic Escapism” \| Rochester Art Center July 16 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: “Nostalgic Escapism” \| Rochester Art Center MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: "Nostalgic Escapism" On View June 14 – October 5, 2025 Jurors: Kalianne Morrison, LaVanda Mireles, Zoe Cinel Spotlight Tour: June 14 at 1pm Rochester Art Center presents a solo exhibition of paintings and sculptures by artist MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk. Mitzuk’s exhibition proposal was selected through a juried... $5 – $21 + 13 More	has 17 events, 17 17 events, 17 7:00 am - 10:00 pm Byron Good Neighbor Days \| Byron, MN July 17 @ 7:00 am - 10:00 pm Byron Good Neighbor Days \| Byron, MN Byron Good Neighbor Days is scheduled for July 16–20, 2025, in Byron, Minnesota. This annual community celebration offers a variety of family-friendly events, live entertainment, and local traditions. 🎉 Key Events Overview Wednesday, July 16 Kick-off Kickball Tournament Driveway Art Contest Thursday, July 17 Medallion Hunt Backyard Bash Puzzle Hunt..., 9:30 am - 10:30 am S.M.A.R.T. Garden Children’s Activities \| RCTC SMART Garden July 17 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am S.M.A.R.T. Garden Children’s Activities \| RCTC SMART Garden Join the University of MN Extension Olmsted Master Gardeners for an outdoor activity geared toward children ages 3-8. There are 5 events occurring throughout the summer months with the following themes: June 19 - Gardening; July 3 - All About Seeds; July 17 - The Water Cycle; July 31 -... Free, 10:30 am - 11:30 am Preschool Dance Party \| Rochester Public Library July 17 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am Preschool Dance Party \| Rochester Public Library Put on your dancing shoes for 30-minutes of non-stop dancing fun for toddlers & preschools! Free, 10:30 am - 11:00 am Family Dance Party! \| Rochester Public LIbrary July 17 @ 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 July 17 @ 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 MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: “Nostalgic Escapism” \| Rochester Art Center July 17 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: “Nostalgic Escapism” \| Rochester Art Center MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: "Nostalgic Escapism" On View June 14 – October 5, 2025 Jurors: Kalianne Morrison, LaVanda Mireles, Zoe Cinel Spotlight Tour: June 14 at 1pm Rochester Art Center presents a solo exhibition of paintings and sculptures by artist MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk. Mitzuk’s exhibition proposal was selected through a juried... $5 – $21 + 11 More	has 16 events, 18 16 events, 18 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Farm Friday! \| Red Barn Learning Farm July 18 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Farm Friday! \| Red Barn Learning Farm We are open to the public on Fridays during the Spring and Summer seasons! Come anytime during 9am and 3pm to enjoy the animals, play with the many interactive farm activities, and get some fresh country air. We sell fresh popcorn and drinks, but you are invited to bring your..., 9:30 am - 10:00 am Rochester Public Library Storytime \| White Oaks Park July 18 @ 9:30 am - 10:00 am Rochester Public Library Storytime \| White Oaks Park Join us for an outdoor storytime at White Oaks Park near the playground (4597 55th St. NW). Outdoor seating - bring your own blanket. This storytime will be cancelled in inclement weather. Free, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Rochester Chess Festival \| Mayo Civic Center July 18 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Rochester Chess Festival \| Mayo Civic Center All the details can be found HERE!, 10:00 am - 10:00 pm Byron Good Neighbor Days \| Byron, MN July 18 @ 10:00 am - 10:00 pm Byron Good Neighbor Days \| Byron, MN Byron Good Neighbor Days is scheduled for July 16–20, 2025, in Byron, Minnesota. This annual community celebration offers a variety of family-friendly events, live entertainment, and local traditions. 🎉 Key Events Overview Wednesday, July 16 Kick-off Kickball Tournament Driveway Art Contest Thursday, July 17 Medallion Hunt Backyard Bash Puzzle Hunt..., 11:00 am - 4:00 pm MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: “Nostalgic Escapism” \| Rochester Art Center July 18 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: “Nostalgic Escapism” \| Rochester Art Center MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: "Nostalgic Escapism" On View June 14 – October 5, 2025 Jurors: Kalianne Morrison, LaVanda Mireles, Zoe Cinel Spotlight Tour: June 14 at 1pm Rochester Art Center presents a solo exhibition of paintings and sculptures by artist MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk. Mitzuk’s exhibition proposal was selected through a juried... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift \| Rochester Art Center July 18 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift \| Rochester Art Center Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift On View June 1 – September 28, 2025 Artist Spotlight Tour \| July 19 at 1pm Rochester Art Center is proud to present a captivating new exhibition by acclaimed glass artist and third-generation farmer Mick Meilahn. Known for his striking sculpture installations, Meilahn explores the complex... $5 – $21 + 10 More	has 23 events, 19 23 events, 19 7:30 am - 12:00 pm Rochester Farmers Market \| Graham Park July 19 @ 7:30 am - 12:00 pm Rochester Farmers Market \| Graham Park The Rochester Farmers Market in Rochester, Minnesota, is a vibrant, year-round, grower-only market that showcases the best of southeastern Minnesota’s local agriculture and artisan products. Operated by a vendor-owned association of approximately 100 small business owners who live and farm within 50 miles of Rochester, the market emphasizes sustainability, freshness,..., 7:30 am - 10:30 pm Byron Good Neighbor Days \| Byron, MN July 19 @ 7:30 am - 10:30 pm Byron Good Neighbor Days \| Byron, MN Byron Good Neighbor Days is scheduled for July 16–20, 2025, in Byron, Minnesota. This annual community celebration offers a variety of family-friendly events, live entertainment, and local traditions. 🎉 Key Events Overview Wednesday, July 16 Kick-off Kickball Tournament Driveway Art Contest Thursday, July 17 Medallion Hunt Backyard Bash Puzzle Hunt..., 8:30 am - 9:30 am The Bats of Whitewater – Bat Count \| Whitewater State Park July 19 @ 8:30 am - 9:30 am The Bats of Whitewater – Bat Count \| Whitewater State Park Learn about Minnesota's bat population and the dreaded White Nose Syndrome that threatens their world. We will separate fact from fiction about these fascinating little animals. Program participants will aid in ongoing scientific research at the park by counting bats emerging from their daytime slumber., 9:00 am - 10:00 am Stream Study \| Whitewater State Park July 19 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am Stream Study \| Whitewater State Park Join a naturalist to learn about Minnesota?s stream monitoring program. You will learn what tools are used to monitor the stream and you will get to help take measurements of the Whitewater River. Wear shoes that you don't mind getting wet., 9:30 am - 10:00 am Rochester Public Library – Storytime \| Quarry Hill Nature Center July 19 @ 9:30 am - 10:00 am Rochester Public Library – Storytime \| Quarry Hill Nature Center Join us at Quarry Hill Nature Center's outdoor pavilion for a special storytime at 9:30 AM! In the event of inclement weather this program will move to an indoor classroom. Free, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Rochester Chess Festival \| Mayo Civic Center July 19 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Rochester Chess Festival \| Mayo Civic Center All the details can be found HERE! + 17 More
has 13 events, 20 13 events, 20 8:00 am - 10:00 pm Eyota Days \| Eyota, MN July 20 @ 8:00 am - 10:00 pm Eyota Days \| Eyota, MN, 9:30 am - 4:00 pm Byron Good Neighbor Days \| Byron, MN July 20 @ 9:30 am - 4:00 pm Byron Good Neighbor Days \| Byron, MN Byron Good Neighbor Days is scheduled for July 16–20, 2025, in Byron, Minnesota. This annual community celebration offers a variety of family-friendly events, live entertainment, and local traditions. 🎉 Key Events Overview Wednesday, July 16 Kick-off Kickball Tournament Driveway Art Contest Thursday, July 17 Medallion Hunt Backyard Bash Puzzle Hunt..., 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Rochester Chess Festival \| Mayo Civic Center July 20 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Rochester Chess Festival \| Mayo Civic Center All the details can be found HERE!, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: “Nostalgic Escapism” \| Rochester Art Center July 20 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: “Nostalgic Escapism” \| Rochester Art Center MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: "Nostalgic Escapism" On View June 14 – October 5, 2025 Jurors: Kalianne Morrison, LaVanda Mireles, Zoe Cinel Spotlight Tour: June 14 at 1pm Rochester Art Center presents a solo exhibition of paintings and sculptures by artist MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk. Mitzuk’s exhibition proposal was selected through a juried... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift \| Rochester Art Center July 20 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift \| Rochester Art Center Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift On View June 1 – September 28, 2025 Artist Spotlight Tour \| July 19 at 1pm Rochester Art Center is proud to present a captivating new exhibition by acclaimed glass artist and third-generation farmer Mick Meilahn. Known for his striking sculpture installations, Meilahn explores the complex... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Exhibit: Extraordinary Elsewhere \| Rochester Art Center July 20 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Exhibit: Extraordinary Elsewhere \| Rochester Art Center Extraordinary Elsewhere On View June 7, 2025 - February 1, 2026 Opening Reception: August 23, 1:00 - 5:00 PM Featured Artists: Dahm Gim, Ivonne Yáñez, Mayumi Amada, Peng Wu, Prima Jalichandra-Sakuntabhai, Rituparna Rana, Roshan Ganu, Shafrin Islam, and Ziba Rajabi Curator: Zoe Cinel This exhibition features artworks by international artists... $5 – $21 + 7 More	has 6 events, 21 6 events, 21 10:30 am - 11:30 am Baby Gym \| Rochester Public Library July 21 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am Baby Gym \| Rochester Public Library Join us for an hour of self-directed wiggles and gross-motor development activities with props, toys and, good company! This program is designed for 0-18 month-olds and their grown-ups. Drop-in as you please. Free, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Music Downtown: Jaggedease \| Peace Plaza July 21 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Music Downtown: Jaggedease \| Peace Plaza Jaggedease is a jam band that plays original music that covers numerous different genres. Music Downtown brings live music to the Peace Plaza and other downtown locations, encouraging passers by to enjoy the music of local artists over weekday lunch and happy hours, and Friday night concerts on Historic Third... Free, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Dancing Downtown \| Peace Plaza Downtown July 21 @ 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 - 7:30 pm Flower Arranging Workshop \| Rochester Public Library July 21 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Flower Arranging Workshop \| Rochester Public Library Would you like to learn the basics of making an award winning floral arrangement? Local professionals will be demonstrating and answering questions about the five designs that have been selected for this year's Rochester Garden & Flower Club workshop during the Olmsted County Fair. Free, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Puzzle Night \| LTS Brewing July 21 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Puzzle Night \| LTS Brewing Join us for some competitive puzzling on July 21st! Bring a team of friends, sip on a beverage, and compete to finish the puzzle in the designated timeframes to win prizes! Free, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Breast Cancer Support Group (Stage 0-Stage 3) \| Virtual Meeting July 21 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Breast Cancer Support Group (Stage 0-Stage 3) \| Virtual Meeting Join our supportive and empowering virtual community for individuals diagnosed with Stage 0 to Stage 3 breast cancer. Connect with survivors from around the world who understand your journey and are seeking meaningful connection, education, and encouragement. This group is facilitated by fellow breast cancer survivors and regularly supported by...	has 9 events, 22 9 events, 22 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Storytime at Eyota Farmers Market \| Rochester Public Library July 22 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Storytime at Eyota Farmers Market \| Rochester Public Library Join us for an outdoor storytime at Eyota farmers Market in west Side Park (303 W. 5th St., Eyota). Arrive early to visit the Bookmobile which will be available 4 - 6:30 PM Outdoor seating - bring your own blanket. This storytime will be cancelled in inclement weather. Free, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Global Farmer’s Market \| History Center of Olmsted County July 22 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Global Farmer’s Market \| History Center of Olmsted County Join us for an evening in the shade with music, arts and crafts, fresh local produce and delicious eats! You're sure to find something new!! Free, 9:30 am - 11:00 am Good Natured Kids \| Quarry Hill Nature Center July 22 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am Good Natured Kids \| Quarry Hill Nature Center Offered for 3 & 4 year old kids with an accompanying grown up, these classes are all about getting outdoors to explore, learn and connect to the natural world. New topics monthly. June 2025 10 - Good Natured Kids: Hello Little Blue 11 - Good Natured Kids: Hello Little... $18, 9:30 am - 11:00 am Meet the Doulas: Find Support for Your Birth + Recovery \| People’s Food Co-op July 22 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am Meet the Doulas: Find Support for Your Birth + Recovery \| People’s Food Co-op Expecting a baby and wondering how a doula can support you? People's Food Co-op is proud to partner with Med City Doulas to bring you this relaxed event where you can meet local doulas, ask questions, and connect with the right support for your birth and postpartum recovery. Enjoy a... Free, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Music Downtown: Orchid Jane \| Peace Plaza July 22 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Music Downtown: Orchid Jane \| Peace Plaza Husband and wife duo, Greg and Karyn Hintermeister have been making music together for over 35 years. Joined by friend and wickedly talented bassist, Mark McGlinch, Orchid Jane has mastered the “art of the cover”, reimagining everyone’s favorite songs with tight harmonies, truly unique arrangements, and a number of mash-ups... Free, 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm Cardboard Creations! \| Rochester Public Library July 22 @ 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. Free + 3 More	has 16 events, 23 16 events, 23 7:00 am - 8:00 pm Trivia Night \| EVEN Kitchen & Bar July 23 @ 7:00 am - 8:00 pm Trivia Night \| EVEN Kitchen & Bar Join the Fun at DJTRIVIA! Get ready to test your knowledge and have a blast every Wednesday night at 7 PM! Head over to the EVEN Kitchen and Bar inside our Rochester's Dual Brand EVEN Hotel and Staybridge Suites for a night filled with excitement and friendly competition. Win Big..., 9:30 am - 11:00 am Good Natured Kids \| Quarry Hill Nature Center July 23 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am Good Natured Kids \| Quarry Hill Nature Center Offered for 3 & 4 year old kids with an accompanying grown up, these classes are all about getting outdoors to explore, learn and connect to the natural world. New topics monthly. June 2025 10 - Good Natured Kids: Hello Little Blue 11 - Good Natured Kids: Hello Little... $18, 10:30 am - 11:30 am Arts and Us – Bigs (8-12 years) \| St. Mary’s University Rochester Campus July 23 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am Arts and Us – Bigs (8-12 years) \| St. Mary’s University Rochester Campus Art is ALL around us! This class helps your little artist cultivate their artistic skills while learning about the different types of art available to us. We will work with a multitude of mediums to create unique, one-of-a-kind projects. Each month is broken down into different topics, all of which... $18 – $194, 10:30 am - 11:00 am Lapsit Storytime \| Rochester Public Library July 23 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am Lapsit Storytime \| Rochester Public Library Enjoy gentle songs, simple stories, and a lullaby at this 20-minute lapsit storytime. This event is designed for children birth through 5 years old and their families. Free, 10:30 am - 11:30 am Elephant & Piggie Party \| Rochester Public Library July 23 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am Elephant & Piggie Party \| Rochester Public Library Join us for a special storytime and meet Elephant and Piggie from the books of Mo Willems! Free, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: “Nostalgic Escapism” \| Rochester Art Center July 23 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: “Nostalgic Escapism” \| Rochester Art Center MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: "Nostalgic Escapism" On View June 14 – October 5, 2025 Jurors: Kalianne Morrison, LaVanda Mireles, Zoe Cinel Spotlight Tour: June 14 at 1pm Rochester Art Center presents a solo exhibition of paintings and sculptures by artist MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk. Mitzuk’s exhibition proposal was selected through a juried... $5 – $21 + 10 More	has 16 events, 24 16 events, 24 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Rochester Community Band “Music on the Shore!” \| Canfield Amphitheater at Cascade Lake Park July 24 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Rochester Community Band “Music on the Shore!” \| Canfield Amphitheater at Cascade Lake Park Come join the Band for an outdoor concert at Rochester’s Amphitheater!! Bring a lawn chair or blanket and join us. RCB will be directed by Anthony Boldt. Musical selections are “Music from Jurassic Park”, “Ticonderoga” and “More Cowbell!” Bring the whole family and join in the fun!! In case of... Free, 10:30 am - 11:30 am Preschool Dance Party \| Rochester Public Library July 24 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am Preschool Dance Party \| Rochester Public Library Put on your dancing shoes for 30-minutes of non-stop dancing fun for toddlers & preschools! Free, 10:30 am - 11:00 am Family Dance Party! \| Rochester Public LIbrary July 24 @ 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 July 24 @ 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 MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: “Nostalgic Escapism” \| Rochester Art Center July 24 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: “Nostalgic Escapism” \| Rochester Art Center MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: "Nostalgic Escapism" On View June 14 – October 5, 2025 Jurors: Kalianne Morrison, LaVanda Mireles, Zoe Cinel Spotlight Tour: June 14 at 1pm Rochester Art Center presents a solo exhibition of paintings and sculptures by artist MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk. Mitzuk’s exhibition proposal was selected through a juried... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift \| Rochester Art Center July 24 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift \| Rochester Art Center Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift On View June 1 – September 28, 2025 Artist Spotlight Tour \| July 19 at 1pm Rochester Art Center is proud to present a captivating new exhibition by acclaimed glass artist and third-generation farmer Mick Meilahn. Known for his striking sculpture installations, Meilahn explores the complex... $5 – $21 + 10 More	has 15 events, 25 15 events, 25 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Music Downtown: Peter Wegwerth \| Peace Plaza July 25 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Music Downtown: Peter Wegwerth \| Peace Plaza Peter is the evocative frontman of local band indie alt rock band ALS FONA. His solo acoustic performance balances and blends the soft and sullen with the intense and joyous. Music Downtown brings live music to the Peace Plaza and other downtown locations, encouraging passers by to enjoy the music... Free, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Farm Friday! \| Red Barn Learning Farm July 25 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Farm Friday! \| Red Barn Learning Farm We are open to the public on Fridays during the Spring and Summer seasons! Come anytime during 9am and 3pm to enjoy the animals, play with the many interactive farm activities, and get some fresh country air. We sell fresh popcorn and drinks, but you are invited to bring your..., 10:00 am - 11:00 am Friday Storytime \| History Center July 25 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Friday Storytime \| History Center The popular Friday Morning Storytime at the History Center returned! Come and join us on July 25th for a fun and creative morning with Miss Barb. The Storytime includes a story as well as a craft project. Recommended for children between 4 and 10 years old. Free admission for everyone,..., 11:00 am - 4:00 pm MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: “Nostalgic Escapism” \| Rochester Art Center July 25 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: “Nostalgic Escapism” \| Rochester Art Center MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: "Nostalgic Escapism" On View June 14 – October 5, 2025 Jurors: Kalianne Morrison, LaVanda Mireles, Zoe Cinel Spotlight Tour: June 14 at 1pm Rochester Art Center presents a solo exhibition of paintings and sculptures by artist MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk. Mitzuk’s exhibition proposal was selected through a juried... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift \| Rochester Art Center July 25 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift \| Rochester Art Center Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift On View June 1 – September 28, 2025 Artist Spotlight Tour \| July 19 at 1pm Rochester Art Center is proud to present a captivating new exhibition by acclaimed glass artist and third-generation farmer Mick Meilahn. Known for his striking sculpture installations, Meilahn explores the complex... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Exhibit: Extraordinary Elsewhere \| Rochester Art Center July 25 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Exhibit: Extraordinary Elsewhere \| Rochester Art Center Extraordinary Elsewhere On View June 7, 2025 - February 1, 2026 Opening Reception: August 23, 1:00 - 5:00 PM Featured Artists: Dahm Gim, Ivonne Yáñez, Mayumi Amada, Peng Wu, Prima Jalichandra-Sakuntabhai, Rituparna Rana, Roshan Ganu, Shafrin Islam, and Ziba Rajabi Curator: Zoe Cinel This exhibition features artworks by international artists... $5 – $21 + 9 More	has 22 events, 26 22 events, 26 7:30 am - 12:00 pm Rochester Farmers Market \| Graham Park July 26 @ 7:30 am - 12:00 pm Rochester Farmers Market \| Graham Park The Rochester Farmers Market in Rochester, Minnesota, is a vibrant, year-round, grower-only market that showcases the best of southeastern Minnesota’s local agriculture and artisan products. Operated by a vendor-owned association of approximately 100 small business owners who live and farm within 50 miles of Rochester, the market emphasizes sustainability, freshness,..., 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Rochester Women’s 4-Mile Run \| East Silver Lake Park July 26 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Rochester Women’s 4-Mile Run \| East Silver Lake Park A 4-mile running race open to all who identify as female! The race begins at 8AM at the Silver Lake Park East Shelter with a post-race celebration immediately following. All ages, paces, and levels of experience are encouraged to register! Overall and age group awards will be provided as well..., 8:00 am - 11:30 pm Hoedown Days \| Houston, MN July 26 @ 8:00 am - 11:30 pm Hoedown Days \| Houston, MN SINCE 1974 As always, Houston Hoedown days will be celebrated the last full weekend in July! We hope to see everyone back again and that even more people come enjoy what Houston has to offer. Since 1974, we've brought out the best of family, fun, food, and friends. Ya'll come!, 8:30 am - 11:00 am Lace up for Hope \| Little Thistle Brewing July 26 @ 8:30 am - 11:00 am Lace up for Hope \| Little Thistle Brewing Please join The Landing MN for their first 5K race and 1 mile walk to support those experiencing homelessness in our community. A 5K run route and a 1 Mile walk route starting at Little Thistle Brewing will be offered. You are free to run or walk the 5K! Shirts... $30, 10:00 am - 11:00 am Nature Time at the Beach: Sand Castles & the Water Cycle \| Whitewater State Park July 26 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Nature Time at the Beach: Sand Castles & the Water Cycle \| Whitewater State Park Do you enjoy building sand castles and creating lakes or moats around them? Then join us as we create our own little world by designing mountains, lakes, and streams with sand found at the beach while learning about the hydrological cycle and why floods occur. We?ll end our program by..., 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Just Between Friends July Playdate \| Soldiers Field July 26 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Just Between Friends July Playdate \| Soldiers Field Join Us for a Just Between Friends Rochester Play Date! Looking for a fun and free summer outing? Come hang out with us at the Field of Fun Playground at Soldiers Field in Rochester, MN! Dates:• Saturday, July 26 \| 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM• Saturday, August 16 \| 10:00... + 16 More
has 13 events, 27 13 events, 27 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Hoedown Days \| Houston, MN July 27 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Hoedown Days \| Houston, MN SINCE 1974 As always, Houston Hoedown days will be celebrated the last full weekend in July! We hope to see everyone back again and that even more people come enjoy what Houston has to offer. Since 1974, we've brought out the best of family, fun, food, and friends. Ya'll come!, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Rhythm & Burgers \| Chip Shots July 27 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Rhythm & Burgers \| Chip Shots Rhythm & Burgers is a new cultural day party experience curated to bring together gourmet burgers, signature drinks, and timeless R&B music in a casual-lounge setting. Hosted on Sunday, August 3rd from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM, this event targets foodies, music lovers, and community-minded guests looking for a consistent..., 11:00 am - 4:00 pm MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: “Nostalgic Escapism” \| Rochester Art Center July 27 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: “Nostalgic Escapism” \| Rochester Art Center MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: "Nostalgic Escapism" On View June 14 – October 5, 2025 Jurors: Kalianne Morrison, LaVanda Mireles, Zoe Cinel Spotlight Tour: June 14 at 1pm Rochester Art Center presents a solo exhibition of paintings and sculptures by artist MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk. Mitzuk’s exhibition proposal was selected through a juried... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift \| Rochester Art Center July 27 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift \| Rochester Art Center Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift On View June 1 – September 28, 2025 Artist Spotlight Tour \| July 19 at 1pm Rochester Art Center is proud to present a captivating new exhibition by acclaimed glass artist and third-generation farmer Mick Meilahn. Known for his striking sculpture installations, Meilahn explores the complex... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Exhibit: Extraordinary Elsewhere \| Rochester Art Center July 27 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Exhibit: Extraordinary Elsewhere \| Rochester Art Center Extraordinary Elsewhere On View June 7, 2025 - February 1, 2026 Opening Reception: August 23, 1:00 - 5:00 PM Featured Artists: Dahm Gim, Ivonne Yáñez, Mayumi Amada, Peng Wu, Prima Jalichandra-Sakuntabhai, Rituparna Rana, Roshan Ganu, Shafrin Islam, and Ziba Rajabi Curator: Zoe Cinel This exhibition features artworks by international artists... $5 – $21, 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm Tours at Historic Mayowood \| Mayowood House July 27 @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm Tours at Historic Mayowood \| Mayowood House Historic Mayowood is one of the top attractions in Rochester, drawing thousands of visitors each year! A tour of Mayowood is to experience the personal lives of Dr. Charlie Mayo, co-founder of the Mayo Clinic, and his son, Dr. Chuck Mayo, and gives visitors an opportunity to celebrate their amazing... $10 – $20 + 7 More	has 7 events, 28 7 events, 28 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Live it Out! VBS \| Holy Cross Lutheran Church July 28 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Live it Out! VBS \| Holy Cross Lutheran Church Get ready for a week of adventure at Holy Cross's summer Vacation Bible School! 3 years old-5th graders will discover how to love like Jesus in exciting camp inspired adventures through Bible stories, music, crafts, games, and snacks. Register children at https://holycross-church.org/VBS2025LiveItOut.php A parent or adult must attend with 3... Free, 10:30 am - 11:30 am Baby Gym \| Rochester Public Library July 28 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am Baby Gym \| Rochester Public Library Join us for an hour of self-directed wiggles and gross-motor development activities with props, toys and, good company! This program is designed for 0-18 month-olds and their grown-ups. Drop-in as you please. Free, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Mystery Book Club \| Rochester Public Library July 28 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Mystery Book Club \| Rochester Public Library Join us for monthly discussion about mystery novels! Each month we read a mystery of your choice on a shared theme. Please see the Library's website at www.rplmn.org for this month's theme. Free, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm LIVE MUSIC – Paul Plays Covers \| Peace Plaza July 28 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm LIVE MUSIC – Paul Plays Covers \| Peace Plaza Paul transforms pop covers from the '70s to the '00s into laid-back tunes perfect for sitting down to. Foot-tapping and singing along may occur. Music Downtown brings live music to the Peace Plaza and other downtown locations, encouraging passers by to enjoy the music of local artists over weekday lunch... Free, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Family Kickball & Picnic July 28 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Family Kickball & Picnic Family Kickball & Picnic Date: Sunday, July 28th, 2025 Time: 5:30 PM Location: Harts Farms Park – 2061 Gemini Dr SW, Rochester, MN 55902-4135, United States near 3374 Odyssey Dr SW, Rochester, MN Join us for an evening of fun, food, and friendly competition! We'll be gathering for a relaxed community picnic followed..., 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Dancing Downtown \| Peace Plaza Downtown July 28 @ 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 + 1 More	has 9 events, 29 9 events, 29 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Global Farmer’s Market \| History Center of Olmsted County July 29 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Global Farmer’s Market \| History Center of Olmsted County Join us for an evening in the shade with music, arts and crafts, fresh local produce and delicious eats! You're sure to find something new!! Free, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Live it Out! VBS \| Holy Cross Lutheran Church July 29 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Live it Out! VBS \| Holy Cross Lutheran Church Get ready for a week of adventure at Holy Cross's summer Vacation Bible School! 3 years old-5th graders will discover how to love like Jesus in exciting camp inspired adventures through Bible stories, music, crafts, games, and snacks. Register children at https://holycross-church.org/VBS2025LiveItOut.php A parent or adult must attend with 3... Free, 9:30 am - 11:00 am Bird Watch Bonanza \| Quarry Hill Nature Center July 29 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am Bird Watch Bonanza \| Quarry Hill Nature Center Flap, fly, and soar your way up to the Oak Savanna with a Quarry Hill naturalist! We’re calling all adventurers, ages 4 -7, and their adult sidekick to flock together for this flying wild birding experience. On this 90-minute adventure, naturalists will teach you birding basics like using binoculars (that... $40, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm LIVE MUSIC – Pat Egan \| Peace Plaza July 29 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm LIVE MUSIC – Pat Egan \| Peace Plaza You never know where my songs may go or what they will be about , Groundhogs to Zebras , Shakespeare to Dr. Seuss , Anchor and wings, looking for Peace of Mind or Zombie’s wanting the same. Music Downtown brings live music to the Peace Plaza and other downtown locations,... Free, 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm Cardboard Creations! \| Rochester Public Library July 29 @ 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. Free, 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Craft & Chat \| Rochester Public Library July 29 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Craft & Chat \| Rochester Public Library We invite you to get creative at the Library! Stop by the Library 2nd Floor area every Tuesday between 4-7 pm to work on a project you bring from home and meet new friends. Free + 3 More	has 16 events, 30 16 events, 30 7:00 am - 8:00 pm Trivia Night \| EVEN Kitchen & Bar July 30 @ 7:00 am - 8:00 pm Trivia Night \| EVEN Kitchen & Bar Join the Fun at DJTRIVIA! Get ready to test your knowledge and have a blast every Wednesday night at 7 PM! Head over to the EVEN Kitchen and Bar inside our Rochester's Dual Brand EVEN Hotel and Staybridge Suites for a night filled with excitement and friendly competition. Win Big..., 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Live it Out! VBS \| Holy Cross Lutheran Church July 30 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Live it Out! VBS \| Holy Cross Lutheran Church Get ready for a week of adventure at Holy Cross's summer Vacation Bible School! 3 years old-5th graders will discover how to love like Jesus in exciting camp inspired adventures through Bible stories, music, crafts, games, and snacks. Register children at https://holycross-church.org/VBS2025LiveItOut.php A parent or adult must attend with 3... Free, 10:30 am - 11:30 am Arts and Us – Bigs (8-12 years) \| St. Mary’s University Rochester Campus July 30 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am Arts and Us – Bigs (8-12 years) \| St. Mary’s University Rochester Campus Art is ALL around us! This class helps your little artist cultivate their artistic skills while learning about the different types of art available to us. We will work with a multitude of mediums to create unique, one-of-a-kind projects. Each month is broken down into different topics, all of which... $18 – $194, 10:30 am - 11:00 am Lapsit Storytime \| Rochester Public Library July 30 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am Lapsit Storytime \| Rochester Public Library Enjoy gentle songs, simple stories, and a lullaby at this 20-minute lapsit storytime. This event is designed for children birth through 5 years old and their families. Free, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: “Nostalgic Escapism” \| Rochester Art Center July 30 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: “Nostalgic Escapism” \| Rochester Art Center MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: "Nostalgic Escapism" On View June 14 – October 5, 2025 Jurors: Kalianne Morrison, LaVanda Mireles, Zoe Cinel Spotlight Tour: June 14 at 1pm Rochester Art Center presents a solo exhibition of paintings and sculptures by artist MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk. Mitzuk’s exhibition proposal was selected through a juried... $5 – $21, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift \| Rochester Art Center July 30 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift \| Rochester Art Center Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift On View June 1 – September 28, 2025 Artist Spotlight Tour \| July 19 at 1pm Rochester Art Center is proud to present a captivating new exhibition by acclaimed glass artist and third-generation farmer Mick Meilahn. Known for his striking sculpture installations, Meilahn explores the complex... $5 – $21 + 10 More	has 17 events, 31 17 events, 31 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Live it Out! VBS \| Holy Cross Lutheran Church July 31 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Live it Out! VBS \| Holy Cross Lutheran Church Get ready for a week of adventure at Holy Cross's summer Vacation Bible School! 3 years old-5th graders will discover how to love like Jesus in exciting camp inspired adventures through Bible stories, music, crafts, games, and snacks. Register children at https://holycross-church.org/VBS2025LiveItOut.php A parent or adult must attend with 3... Free, 9:30 am - 10:30 am S.M.A.R.T. Garden Children’s Activities \| RCTC SMART Garden July 31 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am S.M.A.R.T. Garden Children’s Activities \| RCTC SMART Garden Join the University of MN Extension Olmsted Master Gardeners for an outdoor activity geared toward children ages 3-8. There are 5 events occurring throughout the summer months with the following themes: June 19 - Gardening; July 3 - All About Seeds; July 17 - The Water Cycle; July 31 -... Free, 10:30 am - 11:30 am Preschool Dance Party \| Rochester Public Library July 31 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am Preschool Dance Party \| Rochester Public Library Put on your dancing shoes for 30-minutes of non-stop dancing fun for toddlers & preschools! Free, 10:30 am - 11:00 am Family Dance Party! \| Rochester Public LIbrary July 31 @ 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 July 31 @ 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 MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: “Nostalgic Escapism” \| Rochester Art Center July 31 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: “Nostalgic Escapism” \| Rochester Art Center MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk: "Nostalgic Escapism" On View June 14 – October 5, 2025 Jurors: Kalianne Morrison, LaVanda Mireles, Zoe Cinel Spotlight Tour: June 14 at 1pm Rochester Art Center presents a solo exhibition of paintings and sculptures by artist MacKenzie “MAC” Mitzuk. Mitzuk’s exhibition proposal was selected through a juried... $5 – $21 + 11 More

June 29

June 29 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Mayowood Historic Home Tours | Mayowood Mansion

June 29 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

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

June 29 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift | Rochester Art Center

June 29 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Exhibit: Extraordinary Elsewhere | Rochester Art Center

June 29 @ 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Friends Rochesterfest Book Sale | Rochester Public Library

June 29 @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Rochesterfest Roosters Vintage Base Ball | History Center of Olmsted County

June 30

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

Baby Gym | Rochester Public Library

June 30 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

LIVE MUSIC – Music Downtown: Jaggedease | Peace Plaza Downtown

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

Dancing Downtown | Peace Plaza Downtown

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

Puzzles with Pooches | LTS Brewing

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

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

July 1

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

LIVE MUSIC – Music on the Plaza: Pat Egan | Peace Plaza Downtown

July 1 @ 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Cardboard Creations | Rochester Public Library

July 1 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Craft & Chat | Rochester Public Library

July 1 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

LIVE MUSIC – Music on the Plaza: honeygrl | Peace Plaza Downtown

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

Rochester Running Club All-Comers’ Youth Track Meets | Soldiers Field Memorial Track

July 1 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Trans Parenting Rochester | Rochester Public Library

July 2

July 2 @ 7:00 am - 8:00 pm

Trivia Night | EVEN Kitchen & Bar

July 2 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am

Sensory Friendly Library Hour & Storytime for Families | Rochester Public Library

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

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

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

Lapsit Storytime | Rochester Public Library

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

Family Storytime | Rochester Public Library

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

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

July 3

July 3 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am

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

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

Preschool Dance Party | Rochester Public Library

July 3 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am

Dinosaur Dance Party! ROAR!! | Rochester Public Library

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

Exhibition: Celebrations in Fiber | Rochester Art Center

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

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

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

Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift | Rochester Art Center

July 4

July 4 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

4th Fest | Soldiers Field Park

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

Summerfest | Stewartville, MN

July 4 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Farm Friday! | Red Barn Learning Farm

July 4 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Old Fashion 4th of July | Blooming Prairie

July 4 @ 10:00 am - 10:30 pm

FIREWORKS – Blooming Prairie

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

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

July 5

July 5 @ 7:30 am - 12:00 pm

Rochester Farmers Market | Graham Park

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

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

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

Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift | Rochester Art Center

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

Exhibit: Extraordinary Elsewhere | Rochester Art Center

July 5 @ 11:00 am - 11:30 pm

Riverfest | La Crosse, WI

July 5 @ 1:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Cars & Guitars | Thesis Beer Project

July 6

July 6 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

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

July 6 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift | Rochester Art Center

July 6 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Exhibit: Extraordinary Elsewhere | Rochester Art Center

July 6 @ 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Puzzles and Pretzels | Rochester Public Library

July 6 @ 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

Bird Banding | Quarry Hill Nature Center

July 6 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

LIVE MUSIC – Music on the Plaza: Sothea Lam | Peace Plaza Downtown

July 7

July 7 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am

Baby Gym | Rochester Public Library

July 7 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

LIVE MUSIC – Paul Plays Covers | Music Downtown

July 7 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

LTS Cribbage Tournament | LTS Brewing Company

July 7 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Dancing Downtown | Peace Plaza Downtown

July 7 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Cribbage Tournament | LTS Brewing

July 7 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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

July 8

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

Storytime at Eyota Farmers Market | Rochester Public Library

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

Good Natured Kids | Quarry Hill Nature Center

July 8 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Music Downtown: Samuel Haefner | Peace Plaza

July 8 @ 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Cardboard Creations! | Rochester Public Library

July 8 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Craft & Chat | Rochester Public Library

July 8 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

LIVE MUSIC – Ted Eckhardt | Music Downtown

July 9

July 9 @ 7:00 am - 8:00 pm

Trivia Night | EVEN Kitchen & Bar

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

Good Natured Kids | Quarry Hill Nature Center

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

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

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

Lapsit Storytime | Rochester Public Library

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

Science Discovery: Trees | Rochester Public Library

July 9 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

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

July 10

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

Preschool Dance Party | Rochester Public Library

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

Family Dance Party! | Rochester Public LIbrary

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

Exhibition: Celebrations in Fiber | Rochester Art Center

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

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

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

Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift | Rochester Art Center

July 10 @ 11:00 am - 8:30 pm

Thursdays Downtown | Downtown Rochester, MN

July 11

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July 11 @ 7:00 am - 9:00 am

Purpose Driven Coffee – Nate Nordstrom, EasyBoard | Haley Comfort Solutions, Training Room

$20

July 11 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Sensory Friendly Stuffed Animal Sleepover | Rochester Public LIbrary

July 11 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Farm Friday! | Red Barn Learning Farm

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

Storytime at Oxbow Park | Rochester Public LIbrary

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

Friday Storytime with Miss Barb

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

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

July 12

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

Rochester Farmers Market | Graham Park

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

Mazeppa Daze | Mazeppa, MN

July 12 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

2nd Saturday SoulCollage® | First Unitarian Universalist Church

July 12 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Guest Artist Jennifer Putzier | Gallery 24

July 12 @ 10:30 am - 12:30 pm

Financial Aid Support Session | Rochester Public LIbrary

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

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

July 13

July 13 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Mazeppa Daze | Mazeppa, MN

July 13 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

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

July 13 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift | Rochester Art Center

July 13 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Exhibit: Extraordinary Elsewhere | Rochester Art Center

July 13 @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Tours at Historic Mayowood | Mayowood House

July 13 @ 1:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Northfield Jazz Festival | Northfield, MN

July 14

July 14 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Music Downtown: honygrl | Peace Plaza

July 14 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Global Farmer’s Market | MLK Park

July 14 @ 9:00 am - 12:30 pm

Kids’ Korean Brush Painting Workshop | Gallery 24

July 14 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Eyota Days | Eyota, MN

July 14 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am

Baby Gym | Rochester Public Library

July 14 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Music Downtown: honygrl | Peace Plaza

July 15

July 15 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Cover 2 Cover Book Club | Rochester Public LIbrary

July 15 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Global Farmer’s Market | History Center of Olmsted County

July 15 @ 9:00 am - 12:30 pm

Kids’ Korean Brush Painting Workshop | Gallery 24

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

Bird Watch Bonanza | Quarry Hill Nature Center

July 15 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Music Downtown: Luke Hendrickson | Peace Plaza

July 15 @ 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Cardboard Creations! | Rochester Public Library

July 16

July 16 @ 7:00 am - 8:00 pm

Trivia Night | EVEN Kitchen & Bar

July 16 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am

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

July 16 @ 9:00 am - 12:30 pm

Kids’ Korean Brush Painting Workshop | Gallery 24

July 16 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am

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

July 16 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am

Lapsit Storytime | Rochester Public Library

July 16 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

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

July 17

July 17 @ 7:00 am - 10:00 pm

Byron Good Neighbor Days | Byron, MN

July 17 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am

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

July 17 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am

Preschool Dance Party | Rochester Public Library

July 17 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am

Family Dance Party! | Rochester Public LIbrary

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

Exhibition: Celebrations in Fiber | Rochester Art Center

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

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

July 18

July 18 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Farm Friday! | Red Barn Learning Farm

July 18 @ 9:30 am - 10:00 am

Rochester Public Library Storytime | White Oaks Park

July 18 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Rochester Chess Festival | Mayo Civic Center

July 18 @ 10:00 am - 10:00 pm

Byron Good Neighbor Days | Byron, MN

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

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

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

Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift | Rochester Art Center

July 19

July 19 @ 7:30 am - 12:00 pm

Rochester Farmers Market | Graham Park

July 19 @ 7:30 am - 10:30 pm

Byron Good Neighbor Days | Byron, MN

July 19 @ 8:30 am - 9:30 am

The Bats of Whitewater – Bat Count | Whitewater State Park

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

Stream Study | Whitewater State Park

July 19 @ 9:30 am - 10:00 am

Rochester Public Library – Storytime | Quarry Hill Nature Center

July 19 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Rochester Chess Festival | Mayo Civic Center

July 20

July 20 @ 8:00 am - 10:00 pm

Eyota Days | Eyota, MN

July 20 @ 9:30 am - 4:00 pm

Byron Good Neighbor Days | Byron, MN

July 20 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Rochester Chess Festival | Mayo Civic Center

July 20 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

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

July 20 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift | Rochester Art Center

July 20 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Exhibit: Extraordinary Elsewhere | Rochester Art Center

July 21

July 21 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am

Baby Gym | Rochester Public Library

July 21 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Music Downtown: Jaggedease | Peace Plaza

July 21 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Dancing Downtown | Peace Plaza Downtown

July 21 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Flower Arranging Workshop | Rochester Public Library

July 21 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Puzzle Night | LTS Brewing

July 21 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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

July 22

July 22 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Storytime at Eyota Farmers Market | Rochester Public Library

July 22 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Global Farmer’s Market | History Center of Olmsted County

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

Good Natured Kids | Quarry Hill Nature Center

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

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

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

Music Downtown: Orchid Jane | Peace Plaza

July 22 @ 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Cardboard Creations! | Rochester Public Library

July 23

July 23 @ 7:00 am - 8:00 pm

Trivia Night | EVEN Kitchen & Bar

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

Good Natured Kids | Quarry Hill Nature Center

July 23 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am

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

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

Lapsit Storytime | Rochester Public Library

July 23 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am

Elephant & Piggie Party | Rochester Public Library

July 23 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

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

July 24

July 24 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Rochester Community Band “Music on the Shore!” | Canfield Amphitheater at Cascade Lake Park

July 24 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am

Preschool Dance Party | Rochester Public Library

July 24 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am

Family Dance Party! | Rochester Public LIbrary

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

Exhibition: Celebrations in Fiber | Rochester Art Center

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

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

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

Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift | Rochester Art Center

July 25

July 25 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Music Downtown: Peter Wegwerth | Peace Plaza

July 25 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Farm Friday! | Red Barn Learning Farm

July 25 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Friday Storytime | History Center

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

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

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

Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift | Rochester Art Center

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

Exhibit: Extraordinary Elsewhere | Rochester Art Center

July 26

July 26 @ 7:30 am - 12:00 pm

Rochester Farmers Market | Graham Park

July 26 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm

Rochester Women’s 4-Mile Run | East Silver Lake Park

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

Hoedown Days | Houston, MN

July 26 @ 8:30 am - 11:00 am

Lace up for Hope | Little Thistle Brewing

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

Nature Time at the Beach: Sand Castles & the Water Cycle | Whitewater State Park

July 26 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Just Between Friends July Playdate | Soldiers Field

July 27

July 27 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Hoedown Days | Houston, MN

July 27 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Rhythm & Burgers | Chip Shots

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

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

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

Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift | Rochester Art Center

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

Exhibit: Extraordinary Elsewhere | Rochester Art Center

July 27 @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Tours at Historic Mayowood | Mayowood House

July 28

July 28 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Live it Out! VBS | Holy Cross Lutheran Church

July 28 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am

Baby Gym | Rochester Public Library

July 28 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Mystery Book Club | Rochester Public Library

July 28 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

LIVE MUSIC – Paul Plays Covers | Peace Plaza

July 28 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Family Kickball & Picnic

July 28 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Dancing Downtown | Peace Plaza Downtown

July 29

July 29 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Global Farmer’s Market | History Center of Olmsted County

July 29 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Live it Out! VBS | Holy Cross Lutheran Church

July 29 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am

Bird Watch Bonanza | Quarry Hill Nature Center

July 29 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

LIVE MUSIC – Pat Egan | Peace Plaza

July 29 @ 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Cardboard Creations! | Rochester Public Library

July 29 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Craft & Chat | Rochester Public Library

July 30

July 30 @ 7:00 am - 8:00 pm

Trivia Night | EVEN Kitchen & Bar

July 30 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Live it Out! VBS | Holy Cross Lutheran Church

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

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

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

Lapsit Storytime | Rochester Public Library

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

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

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

Mick Meilahn: Primordial Shift | Rochester Art Center

July 31

July 31 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Live it Out! VBS | Holy Cross Lutheran Church

July 31 @ 9:30 am - 10:30 am

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

July 31 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am

Preschool Dance Party | Rochester Public Library

July 31 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am

Family Dance Party! | Rochester Public LIbrary

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

Exhibition: Celebrations in Fiber | Rochester Art Center

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

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

August 1

All day

Teacher Appreciation Month | SEA LIFE at Mall of America

August 1 @ 4:30 am - 12:00 pm

Dodge County Relay for Life | Dodge County Fair Grounds

August 1 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Farm Friday! | Red Barn Learning Farm

August 1 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Live it Out! VBS | Holy Cross Lutheran Church

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

Storytime | Cascade Lake Park

August 1 @ 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

River City Days | Hastings, MN

August 1 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

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

August 2

All day

Teacher Appreciation Month | SEA LIFE at Mall of America

August 2 @ 7:30 am - 12:00 pm

Rochester Farmers Market | Graham Park

August 2 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm

Reggie Oeltjen Douglas Trail 11-Mile Race | Douglas Trail

August 2 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

FREE Coyote Creek’s Outdoor Sports Show | Coyote Creek Outdoors

August 2 @ 9:30 am - 12:00 pm

14th Annual Breastfeeding Celebration | Soldiers Field Park

August 2 @ 9:30 am - 5:00 pm

Dog Days of Summer | Rochester Scheels

August 2 @ 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

River City Days | Hastings, MN