Rochester, MN
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201 4th St. SE
Suite 170
Rochester, MN 55901
Phone: 507-328-2200
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Mon-Fri: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
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About Rochester Public Music
Rochester Public Music brings people together through concerts, cultural programs, and music education. Our events are free and public by design.
We turn parks into concert venues, bring artists into classrooms, and share music across neighborhoods. Our work is rooted in shared experience, local connection, and the belief that music belongs to everyone.
Music with Purpose.
Rochester Public Music is a department of the City of Rochester.
Our Programs
- FORWARD Park Concerts: Free summer concerts in Rochester parks. Local bands, local food, and space for everyone to gather.
- Riverside Music Series: Live music. Big names. No tickets. Large-scale concerts featuring chart-topping acts and rising stars.
- Sound School: In-school residencies where students explore rhythm, movement, and musical identity — from hip hop and taiko drumming to close-harmony singing.
- Passport Sessions: Free outdoor concerts during Thursdays Downtown, celebrating culture and connection through sound.
Hoobastank
- Date: 08/10/2025 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
- Location: Mayo Civic Center
30 Civic Center Drive SE
Rochester, Minnesota 55904
Live Music. Big Names. No Tickets.
Free, un-ticketed concerts turn public space into shared space, filled with music, food, and connection. It’s one of Rochester’s favorite summer traditions.
Schedule
6:00 p.m. | Get ready!
Come early to grab dinner and settle in. Food trucks start serving at 6:00 p.m., and the music starts at 7:00. Lawn chairs, blankets, and coolers are welcome.
7:00 p.m. | John Forrest and The Model Citizens
This Minnesota-based alt-rock group blends tight musicianship with storytelling lyrics and a flair for theatrical rock. With a sound that bridges alternative and indie traditions, this dynamic group is quickly gaining fans across the region.
More about John Forrest & The Model Citizens here.
8:00 p.m. | Hoobastank
Platinum-selling rock band Hoobastank broke out in the early 2000s with hits like “Crawling in the Dark,” “Running Away,” and the power ballad “The Reason.” Their melodic alt-rock and arena-ready energy have earned them fans around the globe. They’ll close out the 2025 Riverside season with a set of anthems and throwback thrills.
More about Hoobastank here.
All ages. All welcome.
All Riverside shows are free, all-ages, and accessible. CART (real-time captions) are available every week, and staff are on site to help with wayfinding, questions, and guest support.
For full details, visit our Accessibility page.
More about Riverside here.