Family-Friendly Activities for March in Downtown Rochester
March Family Fun in Downtown Rochester
Spring is just around the corner, and Downtown Rochester is buzzing with activities perfect for families and kids throughout March! From creative art spaces to themed dance parties and interactive library programs, there’s something to spark imagination and curiosity all month long. Whether you’re indoors crafting or grooving at a dance party, these events are great ways to make memories with your crew.
Art & Creativity
The Creative Studio at Rochester Art Center
Fridays & Saturdays 11am-3:30pm
Rochester Art Center
Step into hands-on artistic fun at the Rochester Art Center. The Creative Studio is open Fridays and Saturdays, offering a welcoming space for kids and adults to dive into self-led art projects inspired by the exhibitions on view. No matter your age, it’s a chance to get creative with materials provided and support from studio staff.
ADMISSION
- Members: Free
- Non-members: $5 at the front desk plus general admission fee
Please note: Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
*For the most current information, visit their website.
Games & Play
Board Game Sundays at the Co‑op
Sunday, March 8 & 22, 2-7pm
People's Food Co-op
Unplug and play! Join Board Game Sundays at the People’s Food Co-op café on select Sundays in March (including March 8 & March 22). Families of all ages are welcome to bring favorite games or pick one from the huge selection on site — perfect for a relaxed afternoon of friendly competition and fun.
Dance Parties & Movement
Thursday, March 12, 10:30-11am
Rochester Public Library
Get those little feet moving at this adorable toddler-and-preschooler-friendly dance party! Put on your dancing shoes and groove along to fun tunes — a great chance for kids to let loose and have fun.
Tyrannosaurus Rocks! Dance Party
Monday, March 31, 10:30-11am
Rochester Public Library
On March 30 at the Rochester Public Library, stomp, roar and wiggle your way through a dinosaur-themed dance party! It’s a roaring good time for young paleontologists and music lovers alike.
K-Pop Demon Hunters Dance Party
Monday, March 31, 2:30-3pm
Rochester Public Library
Also on March 30, kids (and parents!) can dance along to favorite K-Pop Demon Hunters soundtrack hits at the library’s high-energy party — a modern twist on community fun!
Storytime & Learning
Tuesday, March 31, 10:30-11am
Rochester Public Library
Wrap up the month with a magical Meet a Ballerina Storytime on March 31 at Rochester Public Library — a wonderful blend of books, ballet, and imagination that young readers will adore.
Raptor Encounter with the U of M Raptor Center
Tuesday, March 31, 2:30-3:30pm
Rochester Public Library
Also on March 31, learn about amazing birds of prey as a naturalist from the University of Minnesota Raptor Center introduces live raptors and shares how these incredible animals survive in the wild — educational and memorable for kids big and small.
Make March Memorable with Family Adventures
From creative art sessions to library dance parties and storytimes, Downtown Rochester has tons of family-friendly activities this March. Whether your kids are making masterpieces, moving to music, playing games or meeting feathered friends, there’s something to inspire smiles and laughter every week. Be sure to check each event’s timing and details so you don’t miss out on the fun!
