Riverside Music Series Returns to Mayo Park with Free Summer Concerts
The Riverside Music Series returns to downtown Rochester this summer with five free Sunday night concerts at Mayo Park, featuring nationally recognized artists alongside regional and local opening acts across a range of musical genres. Concerts run from July 12 through August 9 and are free and open to the public.
For more than 30 years, the Riverside Music Series has brought free live music to downtown Rochester, making Mayo Park a gathering place for residents, visitors, families, and music fans of all ages.
“Riverside brings live music to the center of downtown Rochester in a way that feels welcoming, easy, and community-driven,” said Avital Rabinowitz, Director of Rochester Public Music. “These concerts invite people to spend a summer evening together in Mayo Park, whether they come to hear a favorite artist, discover someone new, or simply enjoy being part of the atmosphere. That mix of great music, community, and summer-in-the-park ease is what keeps people coming back year after year.”
2026 Riverside Music Series Lineup:
July 12 – Vertical Horizon with Hair of the Dog
July 19 – Tank and The Bangas with Danger Club
July 26 – Mackenzie Carpenter with Kevin Daniel
August 2 – Sister Sledge with Adam Bohanan
August 9 – Better Than Ezra with Marina City
Event Details:
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Sundays from July 12 through August 9
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Music begins at 7 p.m.
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Free and open to the public
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Food and beverages available for purchase from local vendors
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CART captioning available each week
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Concerts are held rain or shine. Weather updates are shared on the Rochester Public Music website and social media.
The Riverside Music Series is presented by Think Bank. Media sponsors include Quick Country 96.5, Y-105 FM, and Minnesota 97.5.
A press kit for the Riverside Music Series is available here: 2026 Riverside Music Series Press Kit
Music with Purpose
The Riverside Music Series is part of Rochester Public Music’s family of public music programs, which also includes FORWARD, Passport Sessions and Sound School. Across parks, neighborhoods, and schools, we create welcoming music experiences that bring people together and reflect the creativity of our community. It’s music with purpose.
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