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🍩National Donut Day is June 5! Celebrate with a visit to some of Rochester’s favorite bakeries and donut shops. From cla...
06/02/2026

🍩National Donut Day is June 5! Celebrate with a visit to some of Rochester’s favorite bakeries and donut shops. From classic glazed treats to creative specialty flavors, our latest blog highlights must-visit spots around town.

Read more and treat yourself this Donut Day!

National Donut Day is the perfect excuse to experience Rochester’s sweet side. From classic glazed

The June FORWARD park concerts lineup is bringing free live music to parks across Rochester! Pack a chair or blanket, gr...
05/27/2026

The June FORWARD park concerts lineup is bringing free live music to parks across Rochester! Pack a chair or blanket, grab dinner from local vendors, and enjoy an evening outdoors with friends and family. 🎶🌳

🎤 June 3: Cori Kennedy with Clayton Ryan at Mayo Park
🎤 June 10: Davina & the Vagabonds with Mississippi Hot Club at Cascade Lake Park
🎤 June 17: Sleeping Jesus with Mike Munson & Mikkel Beckmen at Allendale Park

Concerts run from 5:30–7:45 PM with food vendors starting at 5 PM. Plus enjoy the Bookmobile, Mobile Rec Trailer, and free art activities for all ages ✨

For more information visit: https://www.rochestermn.gov/activities-parks-culture/music/concerts-events/forward-park-concerts/

Photo courtesy Rochester Public Music

Remembering and honoring the heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country this Memorial Day.📸: Located in down...
05/25/2026

Remembering and honoring the heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country this Memorial Day.

📸: Located in downtown Rochester, Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial is meant to honor the sacrifices of southeastern Minnesota veterans, past, present, and future.

🎉 Rochester Football Club Home Opener Weekend is here! Cheer on both the men’s and women’s teams this Saturday at RCTC S...
05/22/2026

🎉 Rochester Football Club Home Opener Weekend is here! Cheer on both the men’s and women’s teams this Saturday at RCTC Stadium with family-friendly fun, food, games, autographs, merch specials and more.

⚽ Men's Kickoff — May 23 at 1:00 PM
⚽ Women's Kickoff — May 23 at 3:30 PM
⚽ Monday Night Match — May 25 at 7:00 PM

🎟️ Buy a ticket to the men’s match and stay for the women’s game FREE! Plus, this weekend only, adult GA tickets are just $11.
https://rochester-fc.com/tickets/

05/20/2026

Minnesota’s oldest Dairy Queen is right here in Rochester! Serving sweet treats and smiles for generations.🍦

Just announced - a great lineup for the 2026 Riverside Music Series! This FREE concert series from Rochester Public Musi...
05/19/2026

Just announced - a great lineup for the 2026 Riverside Music Series! This FREE concert series from Rochester Public Music begins July 12 at Mayo Park.

It's finally here. Live music. Big names. No tickets.

Announcing the 2026 Riverside Music Series lineup:

July 12 - Vertical Horizon
Best known for their hit late 90s track "Everything You Want," this longstanding alternative rock powerhouse gracefully pushes the envelope of the genre.
Opener: Hair of the Dog

July 19 - Tank and The Bangas
Fresh off a Grammy win, this New Orleans-based coterie provides a rapturous funk-soul sound, complemented by an energetic and interactive stage presence.
Opener: Danger Club

July 26 - Mackenzie Carpenter
This Georgia-born singer-songwriter provides humor, heartbreak, and classic country storytelling while paving her own way as an up-and-coming star.
Opener: Kevin Daniel

August 2 - Sister Sledge
A household name with a slew of Gold and Platinum hits, reformed with more of the Sledge family than ever, bring people together in love, life, and soulful groove.
Opener: Adam David Bohanan

August 9 - Better Than Ezra
These alternative rock icons, shredding through infectious hooks and heartfelt lyrics, continue to prove that music is the closest thing to magic.
Opener: Marina City

Join us this summer for five Sunday evenings of FREE live music in downtown Rochester. Music starts at 7pm, and, as always, all are welcome. Find more details and information about upcoming 2026 summer season events at https://www.rochestermn.gov/activities-parks-culture/music/.

Riverside Music Series is presented to you by: Think Mutual Bank
Media Sponsors: Minnesota 97.5, 106.9 KROC FM, Quick Country 96.5, and Y-105FM.

Your summer concert plans just got easier 🎶🌅 FORWARD Park Concerts returns this summer with free concerts popping up in ...
05/18/2026

Your summer concert plans just got easier 🎶🌅

FORWARD Park Concerts returns this summer with free concerts popping up in parks across Rochester on select Wednesday evenings in June and August. Expect live music, local food vendors, family-friendly activities, and a chance to enjoy summer nights outdoors with the community.

📍 Concerts run 5:30–7:45 PM
🍔 Food vendors open at 5 PM
🎟️ Free and open to the public

For more information visit: https://www.rochestermn.gov/activities-parks-culture/music/concerts-events/forward-park-concerts/

Photo courtesy Rochester Public Music

Happy Rochester Pride! Visit the Experience Rochester and Mayo Civic Center table today until 5pm at Soldiers Field Park...
05/16/2026

Happy Rochester Pride! Visit the Experience Rochester and Mayo Civic Center table today until 5pm at Soldiers Field Park to win prizes and learn more about Fortune Feimster: Takin’ Care of Biscuits Tour coming to Rochester June 11.

Smoky, saucy, and straight off the grill! 🔥🍖National BBQ Day is a perfect excuse to dig into some of Rochester’s delicio...
05/16/2026

Smoky, saucy, and straight off the grill! 🔥🍖

National BBQ Day is a perfect excuse to dig into some of Rochester’s delicious BBQ spots. From slow-smoked brisket and fall-off-the-bone ribs to pulled pork sandwiches and classic sides, there’s no shortage of mouthwatering options! ☀️

Comment your favorite BBQ spot below! ⬇️

We're heading into a very busy weekend in Rochester! From athletics, food and beverage, theatre and more, there's someth...
05/15/2026

We're heading into a very busy weekend in Rochester! From athletics, food and beverage, theatre and more, there's something for everyone, including:

🏃‍♂️ The 30th Annual Med City Marathon and Health Street Expo on May 16 & 17

🏳️‍🌈 Rochester MN Pride on May 16

🎭 The Rochester Civic Theatre's Opening Weekend of SpongeBob the Musical

Find more events at our events calendar: https://www.experiencerochestermn.com/things-to-do/events-calendar/

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