Navigating Downtown Rochester During Transformation

Downtown Rochester is transforming, and this page is here to help you navigate the changes—whether you live in, work in, or visit America’s City for Health. The changes include new world-class medical facilities, an innovative bus rapid transit system, utility upgrades, street reconstruction, and more. The maps below show this week’s road closures, detours, and re-openings.

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Future 2nd ST. SW Closure

Beginning Tuesday, May 13, 2025, a portion of 2nd St. SW will be closed to through traffic for the construction of a pedestrian tunnel that will provide access from the Mayo Clinic’s new clinical building to the future Link Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) station nearby.

Find Your Way

Street Maps

Map updated: April 25, 2025 

Pedestrian Maps 

Map updated: April 25, 2025 

Bike Maps 

Map updated: April 25, 2025 

Note: Actual construction and closures are subject to shift from the provided maps due to emergencies and short-term closures.  

Transforming Rochester

No city in the Upper Midwest is experiencing the scale of new development that Rochester will be experiencing over the next decade. With billions of dollars in investments being made, numerous groups are collaborating to capitalize on the momentum and innovation that is transforming our city.

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Upcoming Learning and Engagement Opportunities

  • Storefront Mastery "Accelerator" Program

    Watch this short video to learn more about the Business Forward Storefront Mastery Accelerator program.

    To register to participate in the program, please email Emily Blahnik at EBlahnik@rochestermn.gov by May 19.



    Register Now

  • Main Street Economic Revitalization Grant Program

    Destination Medical Center (DMC) has grants available to help local businesses to improve their properties and contribute to a vibrant, welcoming Rochester. Eligible businesses must be located in the DMC District or Lowertown Neighborhood and have matching funds for the project.

    Round 2 application opens:
    Monday, August 4, 2025.

    Learn More About The Grant

  • On The Move: Understanding Link BRT - In-Person, Open Office Hours Session

    Monday, April 28
    2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

    Join us for in-person office hours to discuss the Link BRT project. No formal presentation will be given. Attendees can stop by at their convenience.

    Location:
    Rochester Public Library
    2nd Floor Meeting Room
    100 2nd St. SE, Rochester, MN 55904

    Rochester Public Library

  • On The Move: Understanding Link BRT - Virtual Session

    Tuesday, April 29
    12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

    Join us for a virtual public meeting to hear from Link bus rapid transit (BRT) project staff about the project and what you can expect from construction. A formal presentation will be given, with time for questions.

    Sessions will be recorded and posted on the Link BRT website.

    Join the Virtual On The Move Meeting

  • On The Move: Understanding Link BRT - In-Person, Open Office Hours Session

    Tuesday, April 29
    5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

    Join us for in-person office hours to discuss the Link BRT project. No formal presentation will be given. Attendees can stop by at their convenience.

    Location:
    Rochester Public Library
    2nd Floor Meeting Room
    100 2nd St. SE, Rochester, MN 55904

    Rochester Public Library

  • On The Move: Understanding Link BRT - In-Person, Open Office Hours Session

    Wednesday, April 30
    12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

    Join us for in-person office hours to discuss the Link BRT project. No formal presentation will be given. Attendees can stop by at their convenience.

    Location:
    Rochester Public Library
    2nd Floor Meeting Room
    100 2nd St. SE, Rochester, MN 55904

    Rochester Public Library

  • On The Move: Understanding Link BRT - In-Person, Open Office Hours Session

    Thursday, May 1
    3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

    Join us for in-person office hours to discuss the Link BRT project. No formal presentation will be given. Attendees can stop by at their convenience.

    Location:
    Rochester Public Library
    2nd Floor Meeting Room
    100 2nd St. SE, Rochester, MN 55904

    Rochester Public Library

Learn more about the construction projects transforming our downtown.