| Nov 1–2, 2025 | FEAST! Local Foods Marketplace | One of Rochester’s premier food trade shows at the Mayo Civic Center. Nearly 100 local food and beverage booths, with tastings and VIP options. (Broadway Plaza – Mayo Clinic Area) |
| Nov 1, 2025 | Rochester Choir Concert | Community choir performance at United Methodist Church. (Rochester Local) |
| Nov 6, 2025 | Downtown Art Walk | A seasonal self-guided art walk through downtown Rochester (5:00 PM–8:00 PM), with local artists and musicians. (Historic Chateau Theatre) |
| Nov 5–6, 2025 | Animation Film Mixtape | A touring animation festival (Don Hertzfeldt and more) at Pop’s Art Theater. (Rochester Local) |
| Nov 4, 2025 | Trivia Tuesday at Tilda’s | Weekly trivia night at Tilda’s Pizzeria hosted by Trivia Mafia. (Rochester Local) |
| Nov 7, 2025 | The Wonderful Wizard of Oz (Theatre) | Live theatre production by Rochester Civic Theatre. (Rochester Local) |
| Nov 8–9, 2025 | The Wonderful Wizard of Oz – Matinee / Weekend Shows | Additional shows at Rochester Civic Theatre. (Rochester Local) |
| Nov 11, 2025 | Veterans Day – Free Admission | Free admission for veterans at the History Center of Olmsted County. (Rochester Local) |
| Nov 12, 2025 | Rochester Housing Alliance Meeting | Public meeting about housing development and affordable housing issues. Held at Rochester Area Foundation. (kiwanisroch.org) |
| Nov 15, 2025 (12:00 PM) | Headscarf Story Circle | Hosted by the MN Humanities Center – a gathering around shared experiences of women wearing headscarves. (kiwanisroch.org) |
| Nov 15, 2025 (12:30 PM) | ZMVS Heartreach Clinic | Free community health screening (blood pressure, cholesterol, ultrasound, etc.) at Christ United Methodist Church. (kiwanisroch.org) |
| Nov 15, 2025 (5:00 PM) | NAACP 2025 Freedom Fund Banquet | A formal banquet featuring keynote speakers and community celebration. Held at the Hilton Rochester Mayo Clinic Area. (kiwanisroch.org) |
| Nov 16, 2025 | Historic Mayowood Christmas Tour | Tour of the decorated Mayowood Mansion, showcasing holiday traditions of the Mayo family. (Rochester Local) |
| Nov 16, 2025 | Kismet’s First Dress Drop-Off Pop-Up | Bridal consignment event at Kismet; people can drop off dresses. (Rochester Local) |
| Nov 17, 2025 | Dancing Downtown | Free group dance lessons in Peace Plaza, downtown Rochester, 6–8 PM. (Rochester Local) |
| Nov 18, 2025 (7:00 PM) | Puzzle Contest – Team Challenge | Team-based puzzle contest at the History Center of Olmsted County. (Rochester Local) |
| Nov 19, 2025 (5:00 PM) | World Café – Uplifting Parent Voices | An open conversation about multilingual families and navigating the education system. Hosted by City of Rochester / United Way. (kiwanisroch.org) |
| Nov 20, 2025 (6:00 PM) | Workshop – Electrifying Water Heating, Cooking & Drying | Energy efficiency workshop sponsored by the City of Rochester. (kiwanisroch.org) |
| Nov 21, 2025 (7:00 PM) | Tuvergen Band Concert | Public performance by Tuvergen Band as part of their school residency; at the Historic Chateau Theatre. (kiwanisroch.org) |
| Nov 21, 2025 (3:00 PM) | SCHEELS Ice Fest | Festival event around ice skating at 1220 12th St SW, Rochester. (AllEvents) |
| Nov 22, 2025 | Jazz, Blues & Rockabilly Fest | Music festival featuring live bands; location in Rochester. (AllEvents) |
| Nov 25, 2025 (5:30 PM) | 40th Anniversary Festival of Trees | Annual “Festival of Trees” event at The Kahler Grand Hotel celebrating holiday giving. (AllEvents) |
| Nov 28, 2025 (2:30 PM–7:00 PM) | Here Comes Santa Claus | Downtown Rochester holiday tradition: Mrs. Claus’ Workshop, Santa rescue, and tree lighting in Peace Plaza. (Broadway Plaza – Mayo Clinic Area) |
| Nov 29, 2025 | Christmas With C.S. Lewis | Theatrical holiday storytelling at the Mayo Civic Center. (The Kahler Grand Hotel) |
| Nov 30, 2025 (9:30 AM) | Advent Festival | Religious / community festival at 1212 12th Ave NW, Rochester. (AllEvents) |
