Rochester's Riverside Music Series 2026: What You Can Bring

Summertime in Rochester is magical...and full of free things to do! From The Forward Concert Series to Thursdays Downtown, you can enjoy live music during the week in the Med City. But on Sunday nights, head down to Mayo Park and enjoy the live bands that are part of the free Riverside Music Series.

Before you head out for the night, below are the lists of items that you are allowed to bring into the area and a few items that are prohibited.

What Is The Schedule and Bands At The Riverside Music Series In 2026

July 12 – Vertical Horizon with Hair of the Dog
July 19 – Tank and The Bangas with Danger Club
July 26 – Mackenzie Carpenter with Kevin Daniel
August 2 – Sister Sledge with Adam Bohanan
August 9 – Better Than Ezra with Marina City

Where Is Mayo Park in Rochester, Minnesota

The Riverside Music Series happens at Mayo Park in Rochester. This area is located just behind the Mayo Civic Center in the Downtown Rochester area. Get directions to Mayo Park here.

If you've never been...here's a throwback video from when our team at Y-105FM helped welcome Tone Loc to the Riverside Music Series stage in 2025 - watch it here.

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What You're Allowed To Bring In At The Riverside Music Series In Rochester, MN

Besides being free to attend, the Riverside Music Series has pretty flexible guidelines for items that are allowed. Here's what's permitted:

Bug spray and sunscreen

Cameras

Food

Alcohol is allowed in the park - please drink responsibly

Water

Picnic baskets or coolers

Lawn chairs and blankets

Medication

What's Prohibited At The Riverside Music Series In Rochester, Minnesota

According to the City of Rochester website, the following items are not allowed at the Riverside Music Series at Mayo Park:

Ropes, stakes, or other items to block off spaces - please keep the park welcoming and accessible for everyone

Grills

No campaigning, soliciting, distributing materials, collecting signatures, fundraising, or promoting outside causes by individuals and organizations

Where To Get More Details About The Riverside Music Series

Still have questions about the Riverside Music Series? Get more info and additional details at the City of Rochester website here.

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