The glass enclosed Rochester Arts Center is located downtown just south of the Mayo Civic Center and was founded in 1946. They have contemporary art exhibits throughout the year as well as offering a classroom, banquet and reception space for multiple uses.

But one of the highlights for us as a family is their yearly art summer camps. This program has been running for over XXX years.

The Rochester Civic Theater puts on wonderful productions with mostly local actors and children throughout the year that are an absolute treasure to attend.

Gray Duck Theater opened in 2019 as both a theater and coffeehouse focused on independent films, documentaries and classic films. This micro Cinema seat 60+ people can be rented for private events when films are not been shown.

In 2018, the Rochester Public library was one of only five libraries in the country to receive the National medal for museum and library services. It is given for making a significant contribution to the community.

From well-designed programs, activities and events the library is a central place in the community making a valuable contribution to all residence in the city.

This family focused club has been around for around 30 years. This world class facility has more than 260,000sqft of spaces to workout, eat, relax or as a positive, healthy environment to hang out as a family. The goal of the club when it was built in 1991 was to serve the athletic, social and recreational needs of the community residents and I believe it has gone above and beyond that missions. In 2005, The Neighborhood was created. A 35,000sqft activity space specifically designed for children aged 7-13 years old and is so loved by families in Rochester throughout the year but especially in winter when kids need to stay active and during the summer when they offer excellent summer camps. This club has everything you could possible need to keep your family healthy and entertained and even has onsite childcare so you have no excuse not to stay healthy! Our family is at the club 3-5 times a week for one activity or another!

The DAHLC opened as an amenity to Mayo Clinic Staff in 1995 and since its inception has earn recognition as a national leader among corporate wellness programs. The facility was a gift from Mr. Dan Abraham, founder of Slim-Fast to the Mayo Clinic in gratitude for the medical services he received there. The facility is an employee benefit serving Mayo Clinic employees, retirees, students, volunteers and spouses. Unfortunately, the facility is not kid friendly however they do have limited child care services onsite.

This indoor sports facility is designed to host multiple sporting events under one roof but also has many youth classes including swimming, diving, ice skating and hockey. Attached to the center you’ll find 125 LIVE – a center for active adults 18 years or older. Through engaging programming, fitness amenities, inclusive gathering spaces and health resources they aim to engage all and provide opportunities and services to help all adults on their journey to ‘age successfully’.

This amazing facility offers climbing, yoga and fitness for all age levels with an inviting and supportive community. They have class and fun events through the year, host birthday birthdays and have an adaptive climbing program to equip everyone to achieve their own success. Definitely check it out. My kids are super fans!

This facility is brand new to Rochester opening its doors Fall of 2023. Many playgrounds have features that are inclusive to people with disabilities however most fall short when it comes to full access. These design deficiencies hinder engagement for both children with disabilities or their caregivers who many have a disability. Boundless was designed to remove as many barriers as possible so people with disabilities could experience play in a new way all yar long. With 40,000sqft there is something to do for everyone with a playground, and sensory equipment, a full basketball/volleyball court, indoor turf space, party rooms, dedicated toddler areas and creative flex spaces for various activities. They also have quiet spaces for reading, games and hanging out with friends.

If you want an immersive play and learning experience with your child, Spark is the place to be. Located inside the Apache Mall, Spark is an extension of the Minnesota Children’s Museum. With lots of fun programming, events and parties, interactive exhibits and summer camps the only question will be finding the time to do it all.

There are four public golf courses - Northern Hills, Eastwood golf club, Hadley Creek and Soldiers Field golf course located downtown. In addition there are a number of private courses including the Willow Creek golf club, Oaks, golf club, and the Rochester golf and country club which also has a golf simulator.

So many breweries has opens even since we moved to Rochester 10 years ago. Forager Brewery has lots of wonderful spaces to drink and dining including a gorgeous garden that is so fun on summer evenings often with live music. LTS, Little Thistle and Thesis have excellent beer and lots of events each month so we sure to check out their calendar to see what happening each month.

The DAHLC opened as an amenity to Mayo Clinic Staff in 1995 and since its inception has earn recognition as a national leader among corporate wellness programs. The facility was a gift from Mr. Dan Abraham, founder of Slim-Fast to the Mayo Clinic in gratitude for the medical services he received there. The facility is an employee benefit serving Mayo Clinic employees, retirees, students, volunteers and spouses. Unfortunately, the facility is not kid friendly however they do have limited child care services onsite.

This indoor sports facility is designed to host multiple sporting events under one roof but also has many youth classes including swimming, diving, ice skating and hockey. Attached to the center you’ll find 125 LIVE – a center for active adults 18 years or older. Through engaging programming, fitness amenities, inclusive gathering spaces and health resources they aim to engage all and provide opportunities and services to help all adults on their journey to ‘age successfully’.

This amazing facility offers climbing, yoga and fitness for all age levels with an inviting and supportive community. They have class and fun events through the year, host birthday birthdays and have an adaptive climbing program to equip everyone to achieve their own success. Definitely check it out. My kids are super fans!

This facility is brand new to Rochester opening its doors Fall of 2023. Many playgrounds have features that are inclusive to people with disabilities however most fall short when it comes to full access. These design deficiencies hinder engagement for both children with disabilities or their caregivers who many have a disability. Boundless was designed to remove as many barriers as possible so people with disabilities could experience play in a new way all yar long. With 40,000sqft there is something to do for everyone with a playground, and sensory equipment, a full basketball/volleyball court, indoor turf space, party rooms, dedicated toddler areas and creative flex spaces for various activities. They also have quiet spaces for reading, games and hanging out with friends.

If you want an immersive play and learning experience with your child, Spark is the place to be. Located inside the Apache Mall, Spark is an extension of the Minnesota Children’s Museum. With lots of fun programming, events and parties, interactive exhibits and summer camps the only question will be finding the time to do it all.

There are four public golf courses - Northern Hills, Eastwood golf club, Hadley Creek and Soldiers Field golf course located downtown. In addition there are a number of private courses including the Willow Creek golf club, Oaks, golf club, and the Rochester golf and country club which also has a golf simulator.