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201 4th St. SE
Suite 170
Rochester, MN 55901
Phone: 507-328-2200
Mon-Fri 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Riverside Music Series
Est. 1992
30+ years running! Featuring must-see national acts and standout local opening artists, these free, un-ticketed outdoor music events are held on five consecutive Sunday evenings in downtown Rochester, Minnesota along the Zumbro River.
Stellar music, gorgeous green space, plus local food vendors and giveaways. These shows are for everyone, and we hope to see you in the park!
Save the dates - we'll see you next year! 2025 dates:
- July 13, 2025
- July 20, 2025
- July 27, 2025
- August 3, 2025
- August 10, 2025
Everclear
- Date: 07/14/2024 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
- Location: Mayo Memorial Park
301 6th Avenue SE
Rochester, Minnesota 55904
When: Sunday, July 14, 2024 | 7 - 9:30 p.m.
Where: Mayo Park | 30 Civic Center Drive SE, Rochester, MN 55094
Schedule
6:00 pm | Get ready!
Come early to enjoy the space and to grab your spot before the show starts. Food and beverage vendors will be onsite, including Bleu Duck Kitchen, True Smoke BBQ, The Compadres, Taco Lab, Popus Gourmet Popcorn, Nautical Bowl, and Kinney Creek Brewery.
Lawn chairs, blankets, coolers and picnics are welcome.
She's an American singer/songwriter both charming and profane; a sweet and sassy mix of Ronnie Spector and Iggy Pop. Whether it's a 60's girl group inspired ditty, or a spitting punk rock infused anthem, Cindy gives it her all and then some.
Learn more about Cindy Lawson on their website.
8:00 pm | Everclear
Everclear, the influential ‘90s alternative rock band, marked their 30th Anniversary in 2022. Frontman Art Alexakis remains resolute in his commitment to their music. Since their inception in 1992, Everclear has amassed an impressive resume: 11 studio albums, with four achieving Gold or Platinum status. 12 Top 40 Hit Singles across mainstream rock, alternative, and adult top 40 radio, including classics like “Santa Monica,” “Father of Mine,” and “Wonderful”, and various other accolades including a 1998 Grammy nomination.
Learn more about Everclear on their website.
Food & Beverage Vendors
- Bleu Duck Kitchen
- True Smoke BBQ
- The Compadres
- Taco Lab
- Popus Gourmet Popcorn
- Nautical Bowl
- Kinney Creek Brewery
- Mayo Civic Center Food & Beverage
About Riverside Music Series
The Riverside Music Series, presented by Rochester Public Music, is the region’s longest running and most anticipated FREE outdoor concert series. Five weeks of live music on Sunday evenings, packed with legendary acts, emerging talent, and local favorites. The music starts at 7 PM in beautiful Mayo Park, located just behind the Civic Center in downtown Rochester, Minnesota.
Come early to enjoy the space and to grab your spot before the show starts. Lawn chairs, blankets, coolers and picnics are welcome. Walk, bike, or roll to the park if you can, otherwise take advantage of the ample free parking downtown. These are all-ages events, and all are welcome!
Closed captioning will be available with your data-connected smart phone or tablet.
More about Riverside here.
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Additional Information
Down by the Riverside has been sponsored by Think Bank since 2008.
This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.