River Tubing in Southeastern Minnesota: Where to Float Your Worries Away
Discover the best river tubing spots near Rochester, MN, including the Zumbro, Root, and Cannon Rivers, plus local outfitters and tubing tips....
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Where to Pick Your Own Flowers Near Rochester, MN
Fun is in full bloom at these u-pick flower farms near Rochester, MN, with scenic fields, fresh air and fun extras like workshops and photo ops....
Rochester MN Area Guide to Summer Swimming
Looking for a place to swim and cool off in the Rochester area this summer? We have you covered with our Guide to Summer swimming!...
Guide to Thursdays Downtown in Rochester MN
Now that we have officially entered the summer season in Rochester MN, it means the return of one of our most beloved local outdoor festivals - Thursdays Downtown (formerly Thursdays on...
7 Family Fun Hikes in Rochester MN
Enjoy these 5 family fun hikes in the Rochester MN area!...
Field Trip Friday: Nerstrand Big Woods
by Heather
Updated June 2025 It was a rainy week, and I knew my kids were antsy because they hadn’t been outside all week. With my kids, I can tell when...
Small Town Festivals in the Rochester MN Area
A round-up of the festivals, and celebrations in the Rochester MN area this summer! There is something nearly every weekend just a short drive away....
Rochester MN Guide to Strawberry Picking
by Colleen
Rochester MN Guide to Strawberry Picking Don’t put it off, as berry picking is a short season! You don’t want to miss out on freshly picked strawberries straight from the...
2025 Riverside Music Series Acts Announced!
The Riverside Music Series is Rochester Civic Music's annual summer tradition of FREE concerts on Sunday evenings in Mayo Park behind the Mayo Civic Center....
Rochester MN Nearby State Parks
Within a short drive of Rochester MN, there are multiple opportunities to make lasting memories at Minnesota State Parks. Here are 10 nearby State Parks for you to visit and...