FORWARD is a free summer concert series that brings live music, food trucks, and creative activities to parks across Rochester. Each event features two bands and a welcoming, all-ages atmosphere.
Concerts rotate through every ward and are co-hosted by City Councilmembers. Whether you live nearby or are exploring a new part of town, you’re invited to bring a blanket, grab a bite, and enjoy an evening of local music in the park.
FORWARD is always free and open to everyone.
5:00 p.m. | Get ready!
Come early to grab dinner and settle in. Food and drink vendors begin serving at 5:00 p.m. The music starts at 5:30. Lawn chairs, blankets, coolers, and picnics are welcome.
5:30 p.m. | The Reach Outs
This Winona-based punk band blends high-energy riffs with pop-punk hooks, channeling the spirit of Green Day and Blink-182. Catchy, defiant, and full of heart.
6:30 p.m. | Space Monkey Mafia
Rooted in '90s ska and punk with a fresh, modern edge, this six-piece band is known for high-octane live shows and socially conscious lyrics. Come ready to dance.
Each FORWARD show features two bands, food trucks, and free activities for all ages. The Rochester Public Library Bookmobile, Parks & Recreation’s Mobile Rec trailer, and The Art Stop will all be on-site during the concert with books, games, and creative fun for kids and families.
Bring a blanket, invite your neighbors, and enjoy the evening together.
Live captioning is available on your phone or tablet at streamtext.net/player.
More about FORWARD here
X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:FORWARD is a free summer concert series that brings live music, food trucks, and creative activities to parks across Rochester. Each event features two bands and a welcoming, all-ages atmosphere.
Concerts rotate through every ward and are co-hosted by City Councilmembers. Whether you live nearby or are exploring a new part of town, you’re invited to bring a blanket, grab a bite, and enjoy an evening of local music in the park.
FORWARD is always free and open to everyone.
5:00 p.m. | Get ready!
Come early to grab dinner and settle in. Food and drink vendors begin serving at 5:00 p.m. The music starts at 5:30. Lawn chairs, blankets, coolers, and picnics are welcome.
5:30 p.m. | The Reach Outs
This Winona-based punk band blends high-energy riffs with pop-punk hooks, channeling the spirit of Green Day and Blink-182. Catchy, defiant, and full of heart.
6:30 p.m. | Space Monkey Mafia
Rooted in '90s ska and punk with a fresh, modern edge, this six-piece band is known for high-octane live shows and socially conscious lyrics. Come ready to dance.
Each FORWARD show features two bands, food trucks, and free activities for all ages. The Rochester Public Library Bookmobile, Parks & Recreation’s Mobile Rec trailer, and The Art Stop will all be on-site during the concert with books, games, and creative fun for kids and families.
Bring a blanket, invite your neighbors, and enjoy the evening together.
Live captioning is available on your phone or tablet at streamtext.net/player.
More about FORWARD here
LOCATION:Cook Park\, 722 7th ST NW Rochester\, Minnesota 55901 CLASS:PUBLIC END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR