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Use the Public Music App for timely event information, including schedules, vendor lineups, accessibility resources, weather updates, and other event-day details. Enable notifications to receive important updates directly on your device.
If no updates are listed, there are no current event changes to report.
Major changes that affect whether or how an event takes place, including cancellations, delays, relocations, and significant schedule changes, will also be posted under Current Event Status Updates on this page.
When weather or other conditions may affect an event, we aim to share an update by noon. Conditions can change quickly, so check the app or this page before heading out.
Current Event Status Updates
Riverside Music Series is scheduled to continue as planned.
As of 1:30 p.m., July 19, 2026, Rochester Public Music is monitoring air quality and sharing parking and wayfinding information to help guests plan for tonight’s event at Mayo Park.
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has issued an air quality alert for Rochester and other areas of Minnesota due to wildfire smoke. Air quality is expected to reach the red, or unhealthy, category. The alert is currently in effect until 11 a.m. Monday, July 20.
Everyone should consider current air quality and their individual health needs when deciding whether to attend. Guests are encouraged to limit prolonged or strenuous outdoor activity. Children, older adults, pregnant people, and people with asthma, heart or lung conditions, or other air-quality sensitivities should take additional precautions.
Review the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency air quality alert and current air quality conditions before heading to the event.
Construction near the Mayo Civic Center may affect some streets, sidewalks, and usual routes. Guests are encouraged to allow extra time and review the City’s live Downtown Construction Navigation map before heading downtown. The map opens in the “Pedestrian” view, showing sidewalk and crosswalk impacts near Mayo Park and the Mayo Civic Center.
Free evening and weekend parking is available in nearby City-owned ramps, surface lots, and metered street spaces. Guests may also walk, bike, roll, carpool, or use downtown parking options within walking distance of Mayo Park.
For additional parking information, visit the Mayo Civic Center parking page.
If the event schedule changes, an update will be posted on this page.
Last updated: 1:30 p.m., July 19, 2026.
Where else to check
Public Music app: Convenient access to everything you need for event day, from event updates to live captioning. Available for iOS and Android.
Individual event listings: Event-specific details, including time, location, parking, and accessibility notes.
Instagram and Facebook: Quick reminders, day-of updates, photos, and event notices.
Email and text updates: Sign up for Public Music updates through GovDelivery.
Because weather and event conditions can change quickly, please check for updates before heading to the event.
Frequently Asked Questions: Event Safety & Updates
These answers explain how Rochester Public Music handles weather, cancellations, and other event day updates.
How Do You Decide to Cancel or Delay an Event?
Rochester Public Music monitors weather, site conditions, air quality and other safety concerns before and during outdoor events.
When needed, we consult with City staff, public safety partners, production staff and weather information sources to make event decisions.
Events may be delayed, shortened, moved or canceled if conditions create safety concerns for performers, staff, vendors or the public.
When Are Weather Updates Posted?
Weather can change quickly, especially during the summer. We share updates as soon as decisions are made.
On event days, we aim to post a status update by noon, even when the event is planned to continue as scheduled.
If weather may affect an event, please check Current Event Status Updates on this page or the Public Music App before heading to the event.
Do Concerts Happen if It Rains?
Many outdoor concerts continue in light rain. If rain is in the forecast, we recommend bringing a poncho instead of an umbrella so sightlines stay clear for other guests.
If lightning, high winds, severe weather, unsafe site conditions or other safety concerns occur, performances may be delayed, shortened or canceled.
Yes. Enable notifications in the Public Music App to receive weather and other important event updates directly on your device.
You can also subscribe to email and text message updates through GovDelivery.
How Do You Use Social Media for Event Updates?
Rochester Public Music may share reminders and selected event updates on Instagram and Facebook.
For official cancellations, delays, and schedule changes, check Current Event Status Updates on this page or the Public Music App.
Public Music App
Everything you need for event day, all in one place. Find current schedules, food vendors, accessibility resources, event updates, and fill out surveys.
Use the app for convenient access to Rochester Public Music information before and during an event.
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