5 Things To Do Around Rochester, Minnesota This Weekend (August 7th – 9th)
A note was just posted on the Rochester Public Schools Facebook page that said, "school supply lists"...and that means one thing - summer is almost over. This is THE time to soak in the last few weekends of fun!
Southeast Minnesota has a huge list of fun events and activities happening this weekend, and below are my top 5 picks near Rochester, Minnesota.
5 Can't-Miss Events Happening Near Rochester, Minnesota This Weekend (August 7th - 9th)
Family Lego and Craft Fun
If your kids would love a LEGO building challenge, the Rochester Public Library has a fun adventure for families on Friday, August 7th. Bring your kids to the Auditorium at the library at 2:30 pm for an hour of LEGO building challenges and creative craft projects. This is open for kids ages 6 to 12.
Learn more about this event at the Rochester Public Library here.
Fireworks, Food and Family Fun at Kasson's Festival In The Park Event
Whether you're coming for the fireworks, food trucks, belly flop contest (which could score you a cash prize!), live music, or the kids' attractions, you'll have a blast at this annual festival.
Find the parade route and schedule of events for this three-day festival here.
READ MORE: Ultimate Guide For Kasson's Festival In The Park
Kids Day at the Rochester Farmers Market
Not only is this Saturday a special day for kids at the Rochester Farmers Market, it is also when National Farmers Market Week is being celebrated.
The Rochester Farmers Market is open from 7:30 am until Noon every Saturday, rain or shine, at Graham Park.
READ MORE: Everything You Need To Know About The Rochester Farmers Market
Karaoke at Workshop Food Hall & Bar
If you love to sing (or watch other people sing), another fun night of karaoke is happening in Rochester. The Workshop Food Hall & Bar will be turning the mics on at 8:30 pm and letting you sing your heart out until 11:59 pm. (All ages welcome until 10pm)
READ MORE: Learn more about Karaoke Night at Workshop Food Hall & Bar
Riverside Music Series - with Better Than Ezra
If you love live music, THE spot to be on Sunday is at Mayo Park in Rochester. This weekend, Better Than Ezra is taking the stage.
If you've never gone to one of these free concerts in Rochester, here are a few tips to help you out:
- Riverside Music Series - where to park for the free concerts at Mayo Park
- Riverside Music Series - what you can (and can't) bring to Mayo Park
Wanting To Stay A Bit More Local?
In case you are wanting to help support local and stay near Rochester, here are a few other fun events and activities happening in the area this weekend:
- Live music at LTS - D'Sievers Duo - Friday
- Rochester Honkers vs. La Crosse Loggers - Friday
- Days of Yesteryear Barn Dance, History Center of Olmsted County - Friday
- IceScream for Summerween! at LTS Brewing Company - Saturday
- Butterfly Kids Class at Art Heads Emporium - Saturday
- Days of Yesteryear Vintage Base Ball at History Center of Olmsted County - Saturday
- Keeper Chat at Oxbow Park & Zollman Zoo - Sunday
- Star Wars Unlimited Sundays - Free Play at Gamez & More - Sunday
- Summer Sizzler Race at Cascade Lake Park - Sunday
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