The best things to do in Rochester

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Ever After Entertainment

Entertainment

If your Rochester wedding is coming up, Ever After Entertainment brings DJs who actually read the room, a Promise to Play list that nails…

4481 N Frontage Rd Unit 8

“If your Rochester wedding is coming up, Ever After Entertainment brings DJs who actually read the room, a Promise to Play list that nails your must-hears, a Do Not Play list that saves you from cringe, plus photo booths and films so you can relive it all.”

From the Rochester newsletter, August 4, 2026

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Old School Arcade and Axe Throwing

Entertainment

Family-friendly recreation center featuring an arcade with pinball machines and axe throwing lanes.

27 9th St SE

“Family-friendly recreation center featuring an arcade with pinball machines and axe throwing lanes.”

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Oak Summit Golf Course

Entertainment

Challenging course featuring blind shots from the tee box alongside well-maintained greens and tees.

2751 Co Hwy 16

“Challenging course featuring blind shots from the tee box alongside well-maintained greens and tees.”

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HyperSpace Starcade

Entertainment

Kid-friendly arcade offering 60+ arcade games, prize machines and VR games in a mobile unit outfitted for birthday parties and other group…

1623 N Broadway Ave

“Kid-friendly arcade offering 60+ arcade games, prize machines and VR games in a mobile unit outfitted for birthday parties and other group events .”

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Bowlocity Entertainment Center

Entertainment

Entertainment center featuring bowling, laser tag, an arcade, and a sports bar.

2810 N Broadway Ave

“Entertainment center featuring bowling, laser tag, an arcade, and a sports bar.”

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Northern Hills Golf Course

Entertainment

Public 18-hole course with a driving range, golf carts and a pro shop featuring club rentals.

4721 W Circle Dr

“Public 18-hole course with a driving range, golf carts and a pro shop featuring club rentals.”

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UNRAVELED Escape Room - Best Escape Room

Entertainment

Escape-room chain featuring various themes and a challenge where you must solve puzzles to get out.

4925 W Frontage Rd

“Escape-room chain featuring various themes and a challenge where you must solve puzzles to get out.”

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The Machine Shed

Entertainment

Arcade and game store with all-you-can-play options for classic machines.

11 2nd St NE

“Arcade and game store with all-you-can-play options for classic machines.”

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Rochester Golf & Country Club

Entertainment

Country club with a golf course and dining, as well as event spaces.

3100 Country Club Rd SW

“Country club with a golf course and dining, as well as event spaces.”

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Skyline Raceway

Entertainment

Fun 9-hole miniature golf course, along with a go-kart track for kids and adults.

2250 40th St SW

“Fun 9-hole miniature golf course, along with a go-kart track for kids and adults.”

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Maple Valley Golf Country Club

Entertainment

Country club featuring a challenging golf course on the Root River with scenic views.

8600 Maple Valley Rd SE

“Country club featuring a challenging golf course on the Root River with scenic views.”

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Willow Creek Golf Course

Entertainment

Golf course with a friendly atmosphere, open early and late in the year.

1700 48th St SW

“Golf course with a friendly atmosphere, open early and late in the year.”

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Soldiers Field Golf Course

Entertainment

Classic 18-hole golf course offering lessons & youth camps & hosting tournaments.

244 Soldiers Field Dr SW

“Classic 18-hole golf course offering lessons & youth camps & hosting tournaments.”

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