Upcoming Community Events
Rochester-Area Community Events
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| Start Date | Title | Description | Location | Tags |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 04, 2025 05:30 PM | Forum and Discussion on ‘Democracy Innovations for Better Public Meetings’ (Date changed to Dec 4) | The event will provide residents the opportunity to learn more about the Democracy Innovations for Better Public Meetings project and provide feedback. This project is designed to make public meetings more engaging while strengthening connections between community members and local government. | Heintz Center, RCTC | ('key', 'governance') |
| Dec 06, 2025 12:30 PM | Zumbro Valley Medical Society Holds an Eye Care Clinic | The clinic will provide comprehensive eye exams and prescription eyeglasses at no cost. | Christ United Methodist Church | ('Health', 'Financial Stress') |
| Dec 06, 2025 02:00 PM | Rochester Cultural Center Grand Opening | It is with great pleasure that we extend an invitation to you to join us in marking a significant milestone in our journey. We are thrilled to announce the grand opening of the Rochester Cultural Center, and we would be honored if you could be present to celebrate this momentous occasion with us. | 1515 US-14, Rochester, MN 55904 | ('culture', 'diversity', 'CMRC', 'culture center') |
| Dec 06, 2025 02:00 PM | Keenan Jones' Children's Book Reading and Activity | His debut picture book, Saturday Morning at the Shop | Griot Arts | ('commerce', 'community engagement', 'workforce') |
| Dec 07, 2025 12:30 PM | Rochester Interfaith and Community Immigrant Services Conference 2.0 | “Building a coalition of Service and Support within our Community, Next Steps” -Hosted by the CUMC Church and Society Action Committee- | Christ United Methodist Church 400 5th Ave SW, Rochester, MN 55902 | () |
| Dec 08, 2025 03:30 PM | Rochester Public Library Master Plan Review Session 1 | During this session you will hear a brief presentation on the Library Master Plan from Karen Lemke, Library Director. Our facilitator and library staff will then lead attendees through activities to gather feedback. | Rochester Public Library - Auditorium | ('rpl',) |
| Dec 09, 2025 03:30 PM | Rochester Public Library Master Plan Review Session 2 | During this session you will hear a brief presentation on the Library Master Plan from Karen Lemke, Library Director. Our facilitator and library staff will then lead attendees through activities to gather feedback. | Rochester Public Library - Auditorium | ('rpl',) |
| Dec 10, 2025 07:30 AM | 4Q 2025 County Health Assessment and Planning Partnership (HAPP) | 2025 Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) Update, New Priorities Preview, and Discussion | Virtual | ('CHNA', 'Health', 'key') |
| Dec 10, 2025 10:00 AM | Rochester Housing Alliance December 2025 | Cumulative Impacts & Housing Rulemaking Process: Upcoming Opportunity for Community Input Minnesota Pollution Control Agency | Rochester Area Foundation- 12 Elton Hills Drive | ('RAF', 'housing', 'governance', 'openbeam', 'key') |
| Dec 10, 2025 05:30 PM | December 2025 Coming to the Table | Coming to the Table's mission is "working together to create a just and truthful society that acknowledges and seeks to heal from the racial wounds of the past from slavery to the many forms of racism it spawned." Coming to the Table supports 50+local affiliate groups across eighteen states, including Rochester, MN. | Rochester Public Library | ('networking', 'diversity', 'civic engagement') |
| Dec 11, 2025 08:00 AM | Olmsted County - Operation Green Light | Olmsted County is proud to once again participate in Operation Green Light, shining a beacon of hope and support for veterans. | Rochester International Event Center 7333 Airport View Drive SW | ('veterans',) |
| Dec 18, 2025 11:30 AM | NAMI Minnesota Presents "Our Journeys: Multicultural Stories of Healing & Recovery" (Virtual Only) | Free Workshop for all under represented racial, cultural and ethnic communities. Multicultural presenters living with mental illnesses will share their personal paths to healing, resilience, and wellness. This program was created by and for underrepresented racial, cultural, and ethnic communities, offering a space for connection, conversation, and hope. | Virtual | ('Culture',) |
