This weekend in Rochester, MN

The MWCA Rochester Gun Show is a two-day gun show held at Graham Arena Complex in Rochester, MN. It’s hosted by the Minnesota Weapons Collectors Association, and admission is listed at $10.

Find a friendly presence at Rochester Farmers Markets where doulas and community members will be ready to connect, respond to questions, and provide practical support. Spend a few minutes with the MedCity Doulas team to explore how doula care can help during pregnancy, the postpartum period, and beyond. Get hands-on babywearing guidance or a quick fit check, and take time to share what is on your mind or simply say hello. All are welcome, from expecting and current parents to those supporting someone else or just passing by. The emphasis is on conversation, resources, and genuine connection.

Byron Farmers Market takes place at the Byron Community Recreation Complex. The market pauses during Good Neighbor Days, when many vendors participate in the event's vendor fair.

The Native American Center of SE MN hosts a meet and greet at People of Hope ELCA. The gathering offers storytelling, arts and crafts, food and more, with free admission and optional donations. It provides a chance to celebrate Native culture, learn about the Center, and reconnect as the organization resumes its work following a post covid restructuring.

Celebrate early American rural life at the annual Days of Yesteryear, a family friendly weekend of live demonstrations and hands on activities. Hosted by the Mechanical History Round Table on the historic Ralph Stoppel Farmstead at the History Center of Olmsted County, this gathering features Oliver, Cockshutt, and White tractors. See steam tractors at work, watch traditional oat threshing, and enjoy the classic parade of power. Visitors can try pioneer crafts such as rope making, visit the tinsmith, catch an authentic 1860s vintage base ball game with the Roosters, and sample local food. Buttons are $8 each or two for $15 at the History Center of Olmsted County, or $10 at the gate, and kids are free.

Returning after last year’s rainout, the fifth annual Mustang Car Show is set to showcase Mustangs of all generations. Owners can display their cars with no entry fee, simply drive in and show them off. Enthusiasts without a Mustang are welcome to attend, enjoy food, and explore the lineup on display. Highlights include raffle prizes, a food truck, and a live DJ, with more details to be shared soon.

Experience vintage base ball as part of the Days of YesterYear show, with the Hens facing the Chicks and the Applejacks taking on the Roosters. Beyond the games, the event includes demonstrations and exhibits, a parade of power, a garden tractor pull, and food trucks. Admission is $10 and includes parking and a button, and children under 16 get in free.

Families of every kind are invited to a relaxed playgroup on an enclosed playground with convenient bathroom access. It is a casual chance for parents and children to meet new friends while kids play. Complimentary coffee and juice will be available. The gathering is hosted by an Open and Affirming Congregation.

Experience a friendly poetry gathering at Oxbow Park and Zollman Zoo featuring nature themed verses for all ages. The program will be held regardless of weather, moving to the nature center classroom if it rains. Participants will meet inside the zoo.

The event will use a reserved party room. The first game will get underway, and late arrivals are welcome. Players of all experience levels can take part.

Mainstream Music DJ hosts karaoke at the VFW in Rochester, Minnesota on Saturday nights, creating an upbeat setting for singing with friends. Food and drinks are available, and the focus is on a lively evening of karaoke and good company.

Theory Of A Deadman and Sevendust share the stage at Mayo Civic Center Auditorium in Rochester, MN. The show brings both acts together in one concert for fans who want to see them in the same venue.

Theory Of A Deadman and Sevendust appear together at Mayo Civic Center Auditorium for a shared performance. Both artists take the same stage in one event.

Workshop Food Hall & Bar brings music and food together for a laid-back outing. Expect an easygoing mix of tunes with something to eat.

Hear a personal story of change as one speaker shares what life used to be like, what turned things around, and what life is like now. This recurring gathering features a speaker every Saturday of the month, with the last Saturday reserved for Chip Night.

Enjoy live music as Barking Daisy takes the stage at The North Star Bar.

Get moving for Summer Sizzler- Rochester, a family-friendly race with options for different distances and all paces. Packet pickup starts in the early morning, there’s also a kids dash, and the event includes the national anthem and race start. After the finish, results and awards are available right away at the registration tent. Registration includes race-day perks like a designer shirt, custom medal, chip timing with live results, free photos, and Kona Ice at the finish line.

Get ready for a family-friendly summer race at Cascade Lake Park in Rochester. Packet pickup runs early morning, followed by a kids dash and then the main race start with the national anthem. Results and awards are available right after participants finish at the registration tent.

Learn about the animals that live at Zollman Zoo during a zookeeper-led chat. Discover how they are cared for, what they eat, and which toys and enrichment items they enjoy, along with other insights into daily life at the zoo. Questions are welcome, with opportunities to ask about favorite animals.

This is an open free play session for Star Wars Unlimited. Players who participate in games receive a promo pack.

Rochester Golf and Country Club welcomes Midwest Mahjong for a friendly afternoon focused on guided play. This session is tailored for players who have completed Mahjong 101 but are not quite ready to play independently, emphasizing learning through play at a comfortable pace with support available throughout. Expect a slower, instructional setting where questions are encouraged and confidence building is the priority. It is an ideal next step for anyone still working on reading the card, navigating the Charleston, recognizing hands, and getting comfortable with the rhythm of the game. Play follows National Mah Jongg League rules, creating a supportive space to learn, practice, and celebrate each Mahjong as skills grow.

A lively community market fills MLK Park in Rochester, MN with a changing mix of local growers, vendors, and artists. Shoppers can find fresh, seasonal produce alongside distinctive, culturally diverse goods, and the selection varies from week to week with new faces and flavors. The atmosphere is welcoming for families, with space for children to play and shaded areas for relaxing, and the site is accessible for people with mobility needs. Calendars highlighting music and special happenings, along with a free fitness schedule, are available.

Catch an intimate listening-room country and folk show with Thomas Sticha, a musician from St. Paul, MN. This is a limited-capacity event with great sightlines from every seat. The venue has a cash bar, and there will be free pizza available.

Live music fills Mayo Park with a free, all-ages concert featuring Better Than Ezra with Marina City. Marina City opens with alternative pop rock led by vocalist Ryan Argast, known from The Voice and as an American Idol favorite. Their sound mixes dark, atmospheric elements with genre-blending influences and powerful vocals, heard on the EPs Reflections Vol. I and Reflections Vol. II, and their shows are marked by high intensity and emotional punch. Better Than Ezra follows, a New Orleans band formed in 1988 at Louisiana State University by Kevin Griffin and Tom Drummond, recognized for catchy melodies, memorable guitar work, and heartfelt lyrics. Billboard named them among the 100 Greatest Alternative Artists of All Time, and they continue to headline tours and festivals. Food and drinks are available from The Spud Truck LLC, Uni Uni Bubble Tea, and Kinney Creek Brewery. Guests can bring a chair or blanket and arrive early to enjoy the vendors. The event is accessible, with CART live captioning and staff on site for wayfinding, questions, and guest support. Presented as part of the Riverside Music Series from Rochester Public Music, which has brought performances to Mayo Park for over 30 years, with support from Think Bank and Y-105 FM.