What You Need To Know About The Rochesterfest Parade On Saturday

According to Parent Map, the #1 reason kids love going to a parade is because of all of the free candy thrown from a float.  If your kid hasn't experienced that thrill yet this summer, they've got a chance on Saturday, June 28th, in Rochester, Minnesota!

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Everything you need to know about the Rochesterfest parade in Rochester, Minnesota

It's almost time for the Rochesterfest parade!  If you are planning on venturing out to enjoy the huge variety of floats and hear the bands play at Rochesterfest, below is everything you need to know about the big day.

When is the Rochesterfest parade? - Rochesterfest parade is on Saturday, June 28th, 2025

Rochesterfest Parade route - the staging area, parade start and end has been finalized.  Use the map below to know where to go.

Parade Start Time - The candy and floats start rolling out at 2:00 pm

What is the theme this year? According to the Rochesterfest website, the 2025 theme is "Ignite Your Spark"

How To Find Out If The Rochesterfest Parade Is Cancelled Due to Inclement Weather

Mother Nature has a tendency to ruin our summer fun in Minnesota.  A few years ago, the Rochesterfest parade was cancelled due to storms.  If storms are predicted again for Saturday, June 28th, 2025, here's how to find out if the parade is cancelled:

Download the Y-105FM app.  A notification will be sent through the free Y-105FM app if any cancellations happen at Rochesterfest due to weather.

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Full List of Events for Rochesterfest 2025

Rochesterfest is full of fun events for all from June 21st until June 29th.  Here are a few of the fun activities to enjoy:

• Field of Flags
• Million Dollar Shoot Out
• Camp Olson Fun Run
• Run, Walk & Roll
• Food vendors at Soldier's Field

Listen every day to Y-105FM, Rochester's Best Variety, to hear about the daily activities or check out the list at the Rochesterfest website.