Thursdays Downtown

One of the biggest complaints about downtown Rochester is parking. But, when I drive around on a Thursday, I always find spots open at these ramps.

It's the biggest weekly block party in Southeast Minnesota and it happens right in Rochester. Here's what you'll find at Thursdays Downtown this summer.

Every summer, downtown Rochester turns into one big community gathering place — and it’s happening again in 2026. Here's what we know so far.

You won’t believe how many people showed up to Thursdays Downtown in Rochester this year—attendance numbers are jaw-dropping!

Thursdays Downtown is one of the most popular events in Rochester! Here's the plan for July 3rd.

As the storms roll in, local leaders are prioritizing safety over summer fun, making big changes to the event calendar.

Thursdays Downtown, Rochester's popular weekly food and music festival, is set for a fresh start in 2025 with a brand new location in downtown Rochester, MN. Learn why the event is moving to Discovery Walk along 2nd Ave SW, and explore the complete schedule of 54 bands, featuring local favorites and emerging talent, performing every Thursday from June 12th to August 14th (excluding July 3rd).

One of Rochester, MN's biggest events, Thursdays Downtown, is moving locations for this year due to road construction.

The City Council is being asked to renew the Rochester Downtown Special Service District that was first created in 2005.

The first Thursdays Downtown of 2024 kicked off yesterday with a huge crowd! Here are the new food vendors that I spotted while downtown.