Litter and debris was removed from the downtown portion of the Zumbro River. Check out what the group picked out of the river and its banks.  Read More

The nights are getting cool but the rink is hot. Rochester’s first ever roller disco celebrates all things funky, sparkly, and fun (on wheels!). For one night, downtown turns into an outdoor roller rink complete with DJ spinning high energy tunes, skate rentals, party lighting, and, of course, a disco ball.  Read More

Welcome back, students! Summer may be over but the excitement of another year of studies and extracurriculars is upon you. When you need to put in the hard work to get the homework done, look to these outdoor spaces to provide a change of scenery for your study space.  Read More

Think outdoor fitness classes are a bit of a stretch? Let us set the "barre" high! Fresh Air Fitness classes presented by the Rochester Downtown Alliance and Mayo Clinic brings the accessibility of the gym to the great outdoors in these fun fitness sessions.  Read More

The sidewalks of downtown Rochester are alive with the sound of music again. The Sidewalk Sessions, presented in partnership with Mayo Clinic, showcases local and regional musicians at the Peace Plaza select weekdays through September.  Read More