Rochester Events 2026-2027
Your guide to live events and things to do in Rochester, MN, and nearby areas.
- Updated: November 15, 2026
Events take place across Rochester throughout 2026, including major concerts, sports, and live performances happening every week. Browse by date, venue, or category to find what’s happening near you.
- 69 Upcoming Events
- 0 Events This Weekend
- 4 Event Venues
- 8 Event Categories
Browse Events By Category
- All Events 69
- concerts 8
- broadway 50
- Live Shows 55
- comedy 6
- family 1
Best Events This Week & This Month
Explore featured Rochester events including top shows, concerts, sports, and major live experiences across the city.
Rochester Events: Today, This Month & Dates
Upcoming Events in Rochester
Browse events in 2026 by date and venue, including concerts, shows, sports, and more across the city and nearby areas.Upcoming Confirmed Events 69
- Nov 18, 2026, 7:00 PM Wed — HOLIDAY: Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland at Mayo Civic Center Auditorium • 3000 seats,
30 Civic Center Drive Se, Rochester, MN 55904, US. From $51, Avg. price ~ $71, Tickets Available: 273. Select Seats - Nov 19, 2026, 7:30 PM Thu — COMEDY: Nurse John at Mayo Civic Center Auditorium • 3000 seats, 30 Civic Center Drive Se, Rochester, MN 55904, US. From $33, Avg. price ~ $74, Tickets Available: 87. Select Seats
- Nov 20, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — COUNTRY / FOLK, High Demand: The Wood Brothers at Mayo Civic Center Presentation Hall • 1113 seats, 30 Civic Center Drive Se, Rochester, MN 55904, US. From $65, Avg. price ~ $249, Tickets Available: 106. Select Seats
- Nov 29, 2026, 5:00 PM Sun — Concert, Weekend Event: The Wizards of Winter at Mayo Civic Center Presentation Hall • 1113 seats, 30 Civic Center Drive Se, Rochester, MN 55904, US. From $54, Avg. price ~ $104, Tickets Available: 377. Select Seats
- Dec 04, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand: A Christmas Story at Rochester Civic Theatre, 20 Civic Center Dr SE, Rochester, MN 55904, US. From $69, Avg. price ~ $496, 10 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 05, 2026, 2:00 PM Sat — DANCE, Best Value, High Demand, Weekend Event: Rochester Dance Company: The Nutcracker at Mayo Civic Center Presentation Hall • 1113 seats, 30 Civic Center Drive Se, Rochester, MN 55904, US. From $29, Avg. price ~ $114, Tickets Available: 159. Select Seats
- Dec 05, 2026, 2:00 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, Weekend Event: A Christmas Story at Rochester Civic Theatre, 20 Civic Center Dr SE, Rochester, MN 55904, US. From $54, Avg. price ~ $298, Tickets Available: 36. Select Seats
- Dec 05, 2026, 6:00 PM Sat — DANCE, Best Value, High Demand, Weekend Event: Rochester Dance Company: The Nutcracker at Mayo Civic Center Presentation Hall • 1113 seats, 30 Civic Center Drive Se, Rochester, MN 55904, US. From $29, Avg. price ~ $93, Tickets Available: 311. Select Seats
- Dec 05, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, Weekend Event: A Christmas Story at Rochester Civic Theatre, 20 Civic Center Dr SE, Rochester, MN 55904, US. From $69, Avg. price ~ $406, 18 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 06, 2026, 2:00 PM Sun — DANCE, Best Value, High Demand, Weekend Event: Rochester Dance Company: The Nutcracker at Mayo Civic Center Presentation Hall • 1113 seats, 30 Civic Center Drive Se, Rochester, MN 55904, US. From $29, Avg. price ~ $112, Tickets Available: 191. Select Seats
- Dec 06, 2026, 2:00 PM Sun — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, Weekend Event: A Christmas Story at Rochester Civic Theatre, 20 Civic Center Dr SE, Rochester, MN 55904, US. From $69, Avg. price ~ $401, 20 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 11, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — CLASSICAL: Love Actually in Concert at Mayo Civic Center Auditorium • 3000 seats, 30 Civic Center Drive Se, Rochester, MN 55904, US. From $64, Avg. price ~ $105, Tickets Available: 835. Select Seats
- Dec 11, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand: A Christmas Story at Rochester Civic Theatre, 20 Civic Center Dr SE, Rochester, MN 55904, US. From $69, Avg. price ~ $497, 10 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 12, 2026, 2:00 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, Weekend Event: A Christmas Story at Rochester Civic Theatre, 20 Civic Center Dr SE, Rochester, MN 55904, US. From $69, Avg. price ~ $495, 12 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 12, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — BALLET, High Demand, Weekend Event, Pay Later Available: World Ballet Company: The Nutcracker at Mayo Civic Center Presentation Hall • 1113 seats, 30 Civic Center Drive Se, Rochester, MN 55904, US. From $111, Avg. price ~ $342, Tickets Available: 190. Select Seats
- Dec 12, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, Weekend Event: A Christmas Story at Rochester Civic Theatre, 20 Civic Center Dr SE, Rochester, MN 55904, US. From $69, Avg. price ~ $494, 12 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 13, 2026, 2:00 PM Sun — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, Weekend Event: A Christmas Story at Rochester Civic Theatre, 20 Civic Center Dr SE, Rochester, MN 55904, US. From $69, Avg. price ~ $494, 12 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 13, 2026, 7:00 PM Sun — COUNTRY / FOLK, High Demand, Weekend Event: The Oak Ridge Boys at Mayo Civic Center Presentation Hall • 1113 seats, 30 Civic Center Drive Se, Rochester, MN 55904, US. From $60, Avg. price ~ $156, Tickets Available: 120. Select Seats
- Dec 18, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, Pay Later Available: A Christmas Story at Rochester Civic Theatre, 20 Civic Center Dr SE, Rochester, MN 55904, US. From $271, Avg. price ~ $705, 8 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 19, 2026, 2:00 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, Weekend Event: A Christmas Story at Rochester Civic Theatre, 20 Civic Center Dr SE, Rochester, MN 55904, US. From $69, Avg. price ~ $493, 10 tickets remaining! Select Seats
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Rochester Events by Month
Monthly pages help you find upcoming events by season, weekend, and date.
Events by Show & Venue
Browse Rochester events by show and venue. Explore performance schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates across the city.
Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland
30 Civic Center Drive Se, Rochester, MN 55904
Upcoming Events: 61
Nov 18, 2026 7:00 PM
Nurse John
30 Civic Center Drive Se, Rochester, MN 55904
Upcoming Events: 38
Nov 19, 2026 7:30 PM
The Wood Brothers
30 Civic Center Drive Se, Rochester, MN 55904
Upcoming Events: 25
Nov 20, 2026 7:30 PM
The Wizards Of Winter
30 Civic Center Drive Se, Rochester, MN 55904
Upcoming Events: 15
Nov 29, 2026 5:00 PM
A Christmas Story
20 Civic Center Dr SE, Rochester, MN 55904
Upcoming Events: 198
Dec 04, 2026 7:00 PM
The Nutcracker Dance
30 Civic Center Drive Se, Rochester, MN 55904
Upcoming Events: 11
Dec 05, 2026 2:00 PM
Love Actually in Concert
30 Civic Center Drive Se, Rochester, MN 55904
Upcoming Events: 33
Dec 11, 2026 7:00 PM
The Nutcracker
30 Civic Center Drive Se, Rochester, MN 55904
Upcoming Events: 2181
Dec 12, 2026 7:00 PM
The Oak Ridge Boys
30 Civic Center Drive Se, Rochester, MN 55904
Upcoming Events: 13
Dec 13, 2026 7:00 PM
Blue Violin's Retro Rock & Roll Christmas
30 Civic Center Drive Se, Rochester, MN 55904
Upcoming Events: 3
Dec 21, 2026 7:00 PM
A Charlie Brown Christmas: Live on Stage
30 Civic Center Drive Se, Rochester, MN 55904
Upcoming Events: 21
Dec 22, 2026 7:00 PM
Dylan Scott
30 Civic Center Drive Se, Rochester, MN 55904
Upcoming Events: 19
Jan 30, 2027 7:30 PM
Flo Rida
30 Civic Ctr Dr Se, Rochester, MN 55904
Upcoming Events: 9
Feb 07, 2027 7:30 PM
Come From Away
20 Civic Center Dr SE, Rochester, MN 55904
Upcoming Events: 401
Feb 12, 2027 7:00 PM
Finding Nemo
20 Civic Center Dr SE, Rochester, MN 55904
Upcoming Events: 37
Feb 27, 2027 12:00 PM
From long-running shows to packed venues, this list breaks down what’s playing across Rochester. Check schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates by show and location.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about tickets, prices, and game day details.
What events are happening in Rochester right now?
A little bit of everything — concerts, shows, sports, comedy. Rochester rarely sits still. Check the schedule above to see what’s happening today, this week, or whenever you finally make plans.
How often is the event schedule updated?
Pretty often — like, more than your group chat actually commits to plans. New events get added as soon as dates and venues are confirmed.
Can I browse events by date or venue?
Yep. Filter by date, venue, or category and skip the endless scrolling. Your future self will appreciate it.
Are events held year-round in Rochester?
Yeah — Rochester doesn’t really take a season off. There’s always something going on, even when the weather’s doing its thing.
Where do events take place in Rochester?
Everywhere — arenas, theaters, stadiums, clubs, and venues across Rochester, MN. Big stages, small stages, and everything in between.
Do new events get added regularly?
All the time. If a tour drops or a game gets scheduled, it usually shows up here faster than you hear about it from friends.
Browse Events by Category
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About American Arenas®
American Arenas® is a live-events platform that connects event schedules, venues, and ticket options through trusted marketplace partners. Listings are updated regularly as new events and dates are confirmed, helping users discover what’s happening and explore available ticket options across concerts, sports, shows, and more.