Join Us! Share your creativity with a supportive crowd at our in-person Open Mic night on June 17! Held on the third Tuesday of the month, this event offers a relaxed coffee house ambience at Folklore Village. A piano is available for performers, and complimentary coffee, tea, and a lightContinue Reading

Delightful VillagesExperience the unique communities and hospitality of Bay City, Maiden Rock, Stockholm, Pepin and Nelson. Enjoy a day along the West Coast of Wisconsin in our charming shops! “Foodies” along the Great River Road! See more TOP FOODIE STOPS along Lake Pepin. Make your day trip, a stay trip!Continue Reading

Join Us!The Galena Center for the Arts hosts high-quality performances including theatrical productions, film viewing opportunities, educational presentations and music events.Select a performance below to view full details. Take a look at our archive page to see a list of past performances. When:Season 2025 Where:971 Gear Street, Galena, IL    Continue Reading

Events and Activities For Students, By Students The Union is the campus home for learning outside the classroom. Our students plan and offer recreational, cultural, educational, and social opportunities throughout the year. Our student-led programming board, Wisconsin Union Directorate, plans more than 1,000 events within our two buildings and onContinue Reading

Art can stimulate both the emotions and the intellect. It can inform and inspire. Commune with creativity and find your center. Come for world-class exhibitions and dynamic interactive programs, and discover welcoming and diverse opportunities that encourage questioning, creativity, and critical thinking. When:2026 Season Where:30 Civic Center Dr 120, Rochester,Continue Reading

Join Us! See a play. Attend a concert. Bike downtown. Shop distinctively. Bring the family. Find the fun!  There is always something going on downtown for you to enjoy. When:Season 2026 Where:311 Broadway Ave South, Suite A2Rochester, MN    Continue Reading

Visit Us! Exploring Vesterheim’s Museum Building with its four floors of incredible artifacts is a delight. Wandering at your own speed, you can linger for as long as you wish at your favorite pieces. Vesterheim is committed to championing policies and practices that value diversity, foster equity, and promote anContinue Reading

Join Us! Wisconsin’s largest true craft distillery • Baraboo, WI • Restaurant, bar, tours, tastings, and more! During your tour of our Baraboo facility, you follow the path that our award-winning spirits take in their lifetime. This behind-the-scenes adventure is both informative and fun! You start the tour with ReneeContinue Reading

FIND LOCAL FOOD AND GOODS The Decorah Farmers Market is the best place to find local food and goods from Northeast Iowa’s small producers and artisans. Check out all the the INDOOR and OUTDOOR markets this year. When:2026 Season Where:Decorah, IA      Continue Reading

Explore 16 stunning acres of outdoor gardens and the indoor Bolz Conservatory, a tropical oasis with exotic plants, a waterfall, and free-flying birds. Please check website What’s Happening 2026 Season Events and Classes at Olbrich Botanical Garden  Where:3330 Atwood Ave, Madison, WI When:2026 Season    Continue Reading

The Yoga Place is for people of any age, any fitness level, and any ability. We focus on what you can do, not on what you can’t do. You are welcome here. Join Our CommunityDon’t be afraid to begin. Wherever you are in your health + wellness journey, you are welcome. KnowContinue Reading

You’ll find a dynamic array of fun things to do in Rochester, MN. Enjoy our city’s vibrancy, beauty, and charm when you visit our picturesque parks, renowned historical sites, and high-quality galleries and theaters. Attend one of our festivals or events in Rochester, MN, take a trolley tour, or hikeContinue Reading

Saturday Night Socials harken back to the early days of Folklore Village, when Jane Farwell organized evenings at her farm featuring folk dance and music, games, food, and fellowship, all put on by volunteer power. We continue to host a few Socials a year, some in Farwell Hall and someContinue Reading

Visit Us! Rochester, MN has more than 85 miles of paved, interconnected walking and biking trails. These trails take bikers and hikers along creeks, through woods, and along the cityscape and bustling buildings near downtown. The trail system provides access to over 100 city parks, along with historical and natural attractions. Silver LakeContinue Reading