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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
Vanessa Carlton
- Date: 07/28/2024 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
- Location: Mayo Memorial Park
301 6th Avenue SE
Rochester, Minnesota 55904
When: Sunday, July 28, 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. Lawn chairs, blankets, coolers and picnics are welcome.
7:00 pm | Madison Parish Ensemble
The Madison Parish Ensemble is a dynamic fusion of jazz, blues and soulful R&B. Founded in 2012, our love for jazz binds us together, infusing every performance with passion and energy. From timeless jazz standards to soul stirring blues and sultry R&B, we captivate audiences with our eclectic repertoire and irresistible groove. With a deep reverence for traditions of the past and an innovative spirit for the future. We invite you to experience the soulful journey of Madison Parish Ensemble.
8:00 pm | Vanessa Lee Carlton
Vanessa Lee Carlton is an American singer-songwriter and pianist. Her debut album, Be Not Nobody (2002), received a platinum certification in the United States, and her debut single "A Thousand Miles" spent 41 weeks on the Billboard Hot 100 and earned three Grammy nominations. Carlton has constantly challenged the belief in both herself and the expectations that surround her throughout her lengthy, accomplished career: she attended both the School of American Ballet and Columbia University and was discovered as a singer-songwriter/pianist when a cassette tape demo was given to legendary music impresario Ahmet Ertegun.
Learn more about Vanessa Carlton on their website.
Food & Beverage Vendors
- The Compadres
- Kinney Creek Brewery
- Mayo Civic Center Food & Beverage
- Nautical Bowl
- Popus Gourmet Popcorn
- Taco Lab
- True Smoke BBQ
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.