Free, un-ticketed concerts turn public space into shared space, filled with music, food, and connection. It’s one of Rochester’s favorite summer traditions.
6:00 p.m. | Get ready!
Come early to grab dinner and settle in. Food trucks start serving at 6:00 p.m., and the music starts at 7:00. Lawn chairs, blankets, and coolers are welcome.
7:00 p.m. | Amateur
This Minnesota-based indie rock band brings shimmering guitars, honest lyrics, and a nostalgic energy that sets the perfect tone for a summer night in the park.
8:00 p.m. | Blind Melon
With their distinctive blend of alternative rock, soulful vocals, and psychedelic flair, Blind Melon became one of the defining sounds of the 1990s. Best known for their chart-topping single “No Rain,” the band continues to tour and create music that bridges heartfelt melodies with an unmistakable groove. Their Riverside debut brings a mix of nostalgia and fresh energy to the stage.
More about Blind Melon here.
All Riverside shows are free, all-ages, and accessible. CART (real-time captions) are available every week, and staff are on site to help with wayfinding, questions, and guest support.
For full details, visit our Accessibility page.
More about Riverside here.
X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Free, un-ticketed concerts turn public space into shared space, filled with music, food, and connection. It’s one of Rochester’s favorite summer traditions.
6:00 p.m. | Get ready!
Come early to grab dinner and settle in. Food trucks start serving at 6:00 p.m., and the music starts at 7:00. Lawn chairs, blankets, and coolers are welcome.
7:00 p.m. | Amateur
This Minnesota-based indie rock band brings shimmering guitars, honest lyrics, and a nostalgic energy that sets the perfect tone for a summer night in the park.
8:00 p.m. | Blind Melon
With their distinctive blend of alternative rock, soulful vocals, and psychedelic flair, Blind Melon became one of the defining sounds of the 1990s. Best known for their chart-topping single “No Rain,” the band continues to tour and create music that bridges heartfelt melodies with an unmistakable groove. Their Riverside debut brings a mix of nostalgia and fresh energy to the stage.
More about Blind Melon here.
All Riverside shows are free, all-ages, and accessible. CART (real-time captions) are available every week, and staff are on site to help with wayfinding, questions, and guest support.
For full details, visit our Accessibility page.
More about Riverside here.
LOCATION:Mayo Civic Center\, 30 Civic Center Drive SE Rochester\, Minnesota 55904 CLASS:PUBLIC END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR