Experience Rochester, MN

09/04/2026

There’s still time to savor summer from a patio in Rochester. 🍔

Enjoy good food, a refreshing drink and time outdoors with friends or family this holiday weekend.🍸

Discover more Labor Day weekend ideas: https://www.experiencerochestermn.com/blog/post/labor-day-weekend/

09/03/2026

Make the most of your Saturday morning with a visit to the Rochester Farmers Market. 🌻

From fresh, seasonal produce and baked goods to flowers and locally made products, Labor Day weekend is a great time to explore what's in season and pick up a few local favorites. 🍯

Find this and more ideas for your Labor Day weekend in Rochester: https://www.experiencerochestermn.com/blog/post/labor-day-weekend/

09/02/2026

A new season is just around the corner. 🍎

Visit a local apple orchard this Labor Day weekend and enjoy an afternoon of fresh-picked apples, fall flavors and time outdoors.

🔗Explore more Labor Day weekend ideas in Rochester: https://www.experiencerochestermn.com/blog/post/labor-day-weekend/

09/01/2026

Add some live entertainment to your Labor Day weekend plans! 🎶 From touring acts to local musicians, there are plenty of ways to enjoy live music in Rochester.

Discover more things to do in Rochester this Labor Day weekend: https://www.experiencerochestermn.com/blog/post/labor-day-weekend/

08/31/2026

Make the most of the final days of summer in Rochester!🌿

Spend some time outdoors, cool off, explore local parks and trails, or enjoy a relaxing picnic before the season changes.

Find more ways to enjoy Labor Day weekend: https://www.experiencerochestermn.com/blog/post/labor-day-weekend/

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08/28/2026

All signs lead to Greek food this weekend! 🇬🇷

GreekFest is OPEN NOW and serving up delicious, authentic bites, homemade favorites, and irresistible sweet treats all weekend long!

Come eat, hang out, and stay awhile while enjoying all the festivities. Or take advantage of the convenient drive-thru to grab your favorites to-go!

For more information, visit https://greekfestrochester.com/

08/28/2026

Labor Day weekend is the perfect time to slow down and enjoy the final days of summer in Rochester. ☀️ From outdoor adventures and live entertainment to local markets, apple orchards and patio dining, there are plenty of ways to enjoy the long weekend.

Looking for ideas? We've put together a guide to help you make the most of Labor Day weekend in Rochester.

🔗Read the full guide and start planning: https://www.experiencerochestermn.com/blog/post/labor-day-weekend/

08/21/2026

🍿 A great interview on WCCO Radio with Seamus Kolb, owner of Carroll's Corn. Seamus talks about his journey with the business, partnerships with Scheels stores across the country, and what makes Carroll's Corn such a beloved part of the Rochester experience to residents and visitors.

Listen here: https://www.audacy.com/podcasts/a2dcc45a01672f22e7f9c4095b2a035d/episodes/what_makes_carrolls_corn_speci-8603189

This is Rochester. Really.

08/18/2026

Spend a relaxing weekend in Rochester, MN! Outdoor trails, patio dining, breweries & wineries and more make Rochester a great destination for restorative time away.

Steve and Ann from Postcard Jar loved visiting Rochester so much that they moved here! Check out this blog for their tips and a great itinerary to make the most of your time here.

When most people hear Rochester, Minnesota, they probably think of Mayo Clinic. And for many years, that was our connection to Rochester, too. We've been coming here for more than a decade. At first, our trips were because we needed to be here—for Ann's appointments, surgeries, and medical care. O...