top of page
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • TikTok

A Downtown
Adventure for the Whole Family

From fountains to welcoming restaurants, family-friendly events to sweet treats, there's something for every member of the family! 

Get weekly updates on events, new restaurants and more in Downtown Rochester, MN

What You'll Love About Downtown Rochester

Screenshot 2025-08-07 at 2.40.38 PM.png

Family-friendly
Restaurants

There's 60+ places to dine or grab a snack with a welcoming atmosphere

in Downtown Rochester.

Untitled-05.jpg

Peace Plaza
Play

A place made for play! This urban space includes a fountain, splash area, and sidewalks for burning off some energy. It's surrounded by nearby coffee and treat shops.

Screenshot 2025-08-07 at 2.42.13 PM.png

A Walkable
Downtown Area

With tons of parking (FREE after 5pm and on weekends Downtown), park your car once, unpack the stroller and walk everywhere you need to go!

Downtown is home to kid-approved snack and treat spots, live music,
outdoor spaces to enjoy and places to create - all just steps away! 

With easy parking that's free after 5pm and on weekends,
park and leave your car for a walkable experience. 

Featured Experiences

Daily Kids Events
at the Library

Rochester Public Library

Library

Kids Story Time
& Art Activities

Griot Arts

IMG_8068.JPG

Self-Led Art
Activities

Rochester Art Center

Screenshot 2025-08-07 at 2.42.47 PM.png
Screenshot 2025-08-13 at 10.54.02 AM.png

Don't miss out!
Join the weekly e-newsletter.
The latest events and activities hit your
inbox every Wednesday morning.

bottom of page