Fairs + Festivals = Fun in Rochester, MN

To experience the flavor and culture of Rochester, attend one of our city’s many fairs or festivals. From the tradition and history of the Olmsted County Fair to our modern, energetic Thursdays Downtown summer market and music festival to our unique SocialICE ice bar festival in February, attendees are guaranteed a good time and an authentic peek at how Midwesterners celebrate! From Minnesota’s famous fair food (cheese curds or meat-on-a-stick, anyone?) to cocktails served outdoors from ice-sculpture bars, get a taste of Rochester at our lively fairs and festivals. Check out our Event Calendar for upcoming fairs and festivals.