Rochester, MN

Fireworks, music, and more at 4th Fest, Rochester's Independence Day Celebration.

The City of Rochester, MN, Rochester Parks & Recreation, and Rochester Civic Music present 4th Fest, Rochester's Independence Day Celebration at Soldiers Field Park (300 7th St SW, Rochester, MN 55902), on July 4, 2021 starting at 4:30 p.m.

City of Rochester Parks & Recreation Department Announces Reopening and Opening of Soldiers Field and Silver Lake Pools

The City of Rochester Parks & Recreation department has announced that Soldiers Field Pool will reopen and Silver Lake Pool will open on June 14, 2021. This comes after the City announced a temporary closer due to safety concerns.

With Safety as a Top Priority, City of Rochester Parks & Recreation Department Announces Temporary Closure of Soldiers Field and Silver Lake Pools

The City of Rochester Parks & Recreation department has announced that with safety as a top priority, Soldiers Field Pool would be temporarily closed starting June 9, 2021 and Silver Lake Pool will delay opening until City teammates can work with community partners to address safety concerns that...

City of Rochester Parks & Recreation Announces Opening of Outdoor Pools & Beaches for Summer Season

The City of Rochester Parks & Recreation Department shares details on several options for outdoor aquatics this summer. Community members will have the opportunity to enjoy any of the possibilities without cost, as there is free admission for 2021.

Parks & Recreation Department to Work with Community Volunteers to Manage Geese Population

The City of Rochester Parks and Recreation teammates will work with a wildlife management contractor and community volunteers to initiate some goose mitigation strategies approved by the Park Board last year.

Virtual Community Meeting to Shape Rochester’s Urban Forest Master Plan

The Urban Forest Master Plan (UFMP) project provides a forum for community engagement, a shared vision, and a strategic, long-term road map for the management of Rochester’s urban forest resources. Community members are encouraged to join for an informational and engaging virtual public meeting...

Community Feedback Sought for Future Splash Pads

The City of Rochester Parks & Recreation Department is scheduled to start construction on Rochester’s first splash pad later this year. A second splash pad is planned to begin construction in 2022. Community members are being asked to provide their feedback via an online survey and virtual open...

City Parks and Trail System See Improvements Via Parks & Recreation Department Conservation Corp Program

The City of Rochester Parks and Recreation department worked with five community partners by way of the Rochester Conservation Corps to provide employment for 87 under or unemployed community members impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The groups assisted Parks & Recreation teammates with...

City of Rochester recreational activities suspended by Executive Order

City recreational activities are suspended as part of new statewide restrictions. All recreational activities at The Recreation Center, Graham Arena Complex and the National Volleyball Center are canceled through December 18, 2020.

Virtual Open House for the Silver Lake Dredging and Dam Modification Project

The City of Rochester has launched a Virtual Open House and Public Engagement Portal for the Silver Lake Dredging and Dam Modification Project. The public is encouraged to learn more about the project and provide feedback.

City of Rochester Parks & Recreation Department to Host Virtual Open House for Urban Forest Master Plan Project

The City of Rochester Parks and Recreation department is in the process of building an Urban Forest Master Plan to guide the management and growth of the urban forest for years to come. The City and project team will host two virtual open house opportunities for community members to engage and...

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City of Rochester Parks & Recreation Department Announces Launch of Urban Forest Master Plan Project

The urban forest is comprised of all the trees that exist on both public and private property. Currently, tree canopy coverage city wide is 28%. The City of Rochester Parks and Recreation department is in the process of building an Urban Forest Master Plan to guide the management and growth...

Parks & Recreation Department Announce Community Partners for Conservation Corp Program

The City of Rochester Parks and Recreation department is pleased to announce multiple community partners have agreed to assist with staffing for the Rochester Conservation Corps, which is meant to support those impacted by COVID-19 and who are currently unemployed or underemployed. The City...

Parks & Recreation Department Seek Community Partners for Conservation Corp Program

The City of Rochester Parks and Recreation department is seeking community partners to assist with staffing for the Rochester Conservation Corps, which is meant to support those impacts by COVID-19 and who are currently unemployed or underemployed. The Rochester Conservation Corp will focus on...

New - City of Rochester Parks & Recreation Department Announces Temporary Closure of Cascade Lake Beach

The Parks & Recreation Department has been testing the water at Cascade Lake and the bacteria levels were elevated. With the health and safety of all park users in mind, Parks & Recreation has voluntarily closed the beach until test results return to an acceptable level.

Cascade Lake Beach to Reopen on August 7, 2020 following Improved Water Quality Tests

The Parks & Recreation Department voluntarily closed Cascade Lake beach following elevated bacteria levels present in test taken on July 28 and July 29, 2020. A sample was taken on August 3 and again on August 5 and levels have returned to an acceptable level. Cascade Lake beach will reopen on Aug

City of Rochester Parks & Recreation Department Announce Temporary Closure of Cascade Lake Beach

The Parks & Recreation Department has been testing the water at Cascade Lake and the bacteria levels were elevated this past week. Due to the levels, warning signs were posted. The water was tested again on July 28, 2020 and the bacteria results received on July 29, 2020 were considerably higher...

TEEN & ADULT LAP SWIMMING AT REC CENTER

STARTING MONDAY, JULY 20TH... TEENS (13+) MAY RESERVE A LANE ALONG WITH ADULTS (MON, WED & FRIDAYS) 1PM-2PM SESSION ONLY. STAY TUNED FOR MORE UPDATES!! TO RESERVE A LANE - CALL (SAME DAY) 8:30AM - 11:00AM (507)328-2500