Country Inn & Suites By Carlson, Rochester South, MN

This May event gives folks the chance to get a unique look at Rochester's gallery scene. Visitors can enjoy viewing...

This May event gives folks the chance to get a unique look at Rochester's gallery scene. Visitors can enjoy viewing great artwork, while talking to local artists and walking around beautiful downtown Rochester. Best of all, the event is free.

Hours: Thu, May 3, 2012

One of southeast Minnesota's most dynamic annual events, Rochesterfest offers a wide range of family-friendly...

One of southeast Minnesota's most dynamic annual events, Rochesterfest offers a wide range of family-friendly activities, including downtown concerts, minor league baseball games, and the much-anticipated Lumberjack Games. In addition, festival-goers may participate in a volleyball tournament, a golf shoot-out, a bike race, and a Friday night street dance. Events associated with Rochesterfest are held in various venues in and around town -- call for times and admission prices (if any). Rochesterfest buttons are available for $3 and are good for discounts and free bus rides.

Hours: Fri, Jun 15, 2012 Sat, Jun 16, 2012 Sun, Jun 17, 2012 Mon, Jun 18, 2012 Tue, Jun 19, 2012 Wed, Jun 20, 2012 Thu, Jun 21, 2012 Fri, Jun 22, 2012 Sat, Jun 23, 2012 Sun, Jun 24, 2012

The Colon Cancer Coalition presents the Get Your Rear in Gear 5K to raise funds and awareness for Colon Cancer. Whether...

The Colon Cancer Coalition presents the Get Your Rear in Gear 5K to raise funds and awareness for Colon Cancer. Whether you've raced before or not, this is a great benefit event. Participants are invited to either run or walk, depending on their abilities. People are encouraged to participate in a variety of ways, by creating a team, volunteering, sponsoring or simply donating. So what are you waiting for? Get your rear in gear!

Hours: Sat, Jun 23, 2012: 9am

An event for the whole family, the Olmstead County Fair brings visitors from near and far for a full week of...

An event for the whole family, the Olmstead County Fair brings visitors from near and far for a full week of entertainment. For children, there are plenty of rides and a livestock area for petting various animals. Other fair activities include live entertainment from regional and national acts and, of course, no fair is complete without traditional "fair grub."

Hours: Event times vary; call for details Mon, Jul 23, 2012: 10am - 11pm Tue, Jul 24, 2012: 10am - 11pm Wed, Jul 25, 2012: 10am - 11pm Thu, Jul 26, 2012: 10am - 11pm Fri, Jul 27, 2012: 10am - 11pm Sat, Jul 28, 2012: 10am - 11pm Sun, Jul 29, 2012: 10am - 6pm

Enjoy getting outdoors and experiencing beautiful Rochester, Minnesota at the Rochester Downtown Farmers Market....

Enjoy getting outdoors and experiencing beautiful Rochester, Minnesota at the Rochester Downtown Farmers Market. Occurring each Saturday, the event brings out friendly vendors and their best products, including vegetables, fruit, meat, dairy products, plants, flowers and much more. In addition, enjoy live entertainment from local musicians and performers. The market moves indoors November through April.

Hours: Sat, Apr 7, 2012: 7:30am - Noon Sat, Apr 21, 2012: 7:30am - Noon Sat, May 5, 2012: 7:30am - Noon Sat, May 12, 2012: 7:30am - Noon Sat, May 19, 2012: 7:30am - Noon Sat, May 26, 2012: 7:30am - Noon Sat, Jun 2, 2012: 7:30am - Noon Sat, Jun 9, 2012: 7:30am - Noon Sat, Jun 16, 2012: 7:30am - Noon Sat, Jun 23, 2012: 7:30am - Noon Sat, Jun 30, 2012: 7:30am - Noon Sat, Jul 7, 2012: 7:30am - Noon Sat, Jul 14, 2012: 7:30am - Noon Sat, Jul 21, 2012: 7:30am - Noon Sat, Jul 28, 2012: 7:30am - Noon Sat, Aug 4, 2012: 7:30am - Noon Sat, Aug 11, 2012: 7:30am - Noon Sat, Aug 18, 2012: 7:30am - Noon Sat, Aug 25, 2012: 7:30am - Noon Sat, Sep 1, 2012: 7:30am - Noon Sat, Sep 8, 2012: 7:30am - Noon Sat, Sep 15, 2012: 7:30am - Noon Sat, Sep 22, 2012: 7:30am - Noon Sat, Sep 29, 2012: 7:30am - Noon Sat, Oct 6, 2012: 7:30am - Noon Sat, Oct 13, 2012: 7:30am - Noon Sat, Oct 20, 2012: 7:30am - Noon Sat, Oct 27, 2012: 7:30am - Noon Sat, Nov 3, 2012: 7:30am - Noon Sat, Nov 17, 2012: 7:30am - Noon Sat, Dec 1, 2012: 7:30am - Noon Sat, Dec 15, 2012: 7:30am - Noon Sat, Dec 29, 2012: 7:30am - Noon Sat, Jan 5, 2013: 7:30am - Noon Sat, Jan 19, 2013: 7:30am - Noon Sat, Feb 2, 2013: 7:30am - Noon Sat, Feb 16, 2013: 7:30am - Noon Sat, Mar 2, 2013: 7:30am - Noon Sat, Mar 16, 2013: 7:30am - Noon Sat, Apr 6, 2013: 7:30am - Noon Sat, Apr 20, 2013: 7:30am - Noon May 2013

What better way to enjoy your summer weekend evening then listening to great live music at Mayo Park during Rochester's...

What better way to enjoy your summer weekend evening then listening to great live music at Mayo Park during Rochester's Riverside Concert Series. The series features some of the best national acts who come to Mayo Park to entertain audiences. To go along with outstanding live entertainment, the event is also free. Giveaways at each concert include t-shirts and autographed guitars. Grab some blankets and lawn chairs and make your way to Mayo Park for a great end to your weekend.

Hours: Sun, Jul 1, 2012: 7pm Sun, Jul 8, 2012: 7pm Sun, Jul 15, 2012: 7pm Sun, Jul 22, 2012: 7pm Sun, Jul 29, 2012: 7pm Sun, Aug 5, 2012: 7pm Sun, Aug 12, 2012: 7pm Sun, Aug 19, 2012: 7pm Sun, Aug 26, 2012: 7pm

This annual event gets kicked off with the Strollathon, which raises money for community organizations. The rest of the...

This annual event gets kicked off with the Strollathon, which raises money for community organizations. The rest of the day offers a wide range of activities for both kids and adults. Mid-afternoon features the popular blues and barbecue festival, with delicious food and live music well into the night. Additionally, many local restaurants and businesses run specials.

Hours: Sat, Aug 18, 2012: 10am - 7pm

What better way to enjoy summer's warm weather than by taking part in a rockin' block party? Held just outside the...

What better way to enjoy summer's warm weather than by taking part in a rockin' block party? Held just outside the Church of St. John, this family-friendly festival features great music from a variety of different bands on two different stages. In between performers, head to any one of the food vendors to enjoy delicious food. For the kids, there are also plenty of activities like face-painting, balloons, live performances and more.

Hours: Sat, Jul 14, 2012

The "long-running" Transportation Fair features a wide-variety of automobiles for both kids and adults to enjoy....

The "long-running" Transportation Fair features a wide-variety of automobiles for both kids and adults to enjoy. Young ones, especially, stand in amazement of the big trucks, dump trucks, snow plows and recreational vehicles - they can even get behind the wheels of a few of them. Other activities at this free event include face painting and a kids ID program, and of course there's plenty of tasty food to go around.

Hours: Sat, May 19, 2012

Fall comes sweeping in with the Quarry Hill Nature Center's Fall Festival. Gather together the entire family and head to...

Fall comes sweeping in with the Quarry Hill Nature Center's Fall Festival. Gather together the entire family and head to the nature center for two fun-filled days loaded with recreational opportunities like pumpkin decorating and various arts activities for kids, canoeing, rock climbing, cave tours. Food and drink refreshments are also available.

Hours: September 2012