Programs & Events

Dynamic Programming Fosters Structured Serendipity

Programming and connection are central to One and Two Discovery Square, even amid the pandemic when most tenants worked from home. The programming helped maintain a sense of community and connectedness during a time of isolation and strengthened associations among tenants.

Interested in hosting an event of your own in a Discovery Square conference space? Submit the form below, and we'll be in touch regarding next steps.

We host weekly and monthly events including: 

Big Thoughts on the Big Screen

Collaboration Hall 202 4th St SW, Rochester, MN

Grab your lunch, a buddy, and your thinking cap, and meet us in Collaboration Hall from noon until 2 pm! We'll be showing a variety of talks on the Big Screen to spark creative conversation about a theme. February's theme is Heart Health, and we'll be sharing big ideas from: C. Noel Bairey Merz -The […]

FREE

Midday Music

Collaboration Hall 202 4th St SW, Rochester, MN

Science tells us there is no end to the benefits of mental breaks and music! We couldn't agree more. Stimulate your brain while you take a break and network with the movers and shakers in the biotech industry. Join us in Collaboration Hall from 11 am until 1 pm each month as we feature some […]

FREE

Midday Music: Tim Dallman

Collaboration Hall 202 4th St SW, Rochester, MN

Science tells us there is no end to the benefits of mental breaks and music! We couldn’t agree more. Stimulate your brain while you take a break and network with the movers and shakers in the biotech industry. Join us in Collaboration Hall from 11 am until 1 pm as we feature local singer-songwriter Tim Dallman.

FREE

Iftar with Rochester Muslim Community Circle

Two Discovery Square 209 5th St SW, Rochester, MN

Discovery Square is pleased to be partnering with the Rochester Muslim Community Circle during Ramadan in a community Iftar series! RMCC invites you to celebrate Ramadan by coming together for a weekly iftar potluck! Registration is required for this event and contributions to the meal are welcome. Break you fast in community at sundown each […]

$5 – $10

Small Bites: Big Thoughts

Collaboration Hall 202 4th St SW, Rochester, MN

Join us in Collaboration Hall on July 21st from 11 am - 1 pm for Small Bites and Big Thoughts! This week we'll be focused on breaking the stigma around HIV with presentations from the NIMH. HIV-Related Intersectional Stigma Research Advances and Opportunities Workshop Report Out Featuring Paul Gaist, Amber Wilson, & Gregory Greenwood This […]

FREE

Food Truck Friday : 2 Caveman Grillin’

Patio Outside Steam Cafe

Grab your ID, and join us on the patio outside Steam Cafe to secure your complimentary lunch from 2 Caveman Grillin'! The first 30 tenants of One Discovery Square will receive a complimentary lunch with us! Though everyone is welcome to self-purchase whatever they would like. Take in the summer sun while we can, and […]

FREE with SELF PAY for non tenants

Small Bites Big Thoughts

Collaboration Hall 202 4th St SW, Rochester, MN

Join us in Collaboration Hall on July 21st from 11 am - 1 pm for Small Bites and Big Thoughts! This week we'll be focused on the magnificent and ever-fascinating brain, with presentations from: Institute for AI and Beyond’s 3rd International Symposium: The Future of Brain and AI Research Established by The University of Tokyo, […]

FREE

Midday Music: Jaggadease

Collaboration Hall 202 4th St SW, Rochester, MN

Take full advantage of local talent, Jaggadease, as they liven up the space with live performances in Collaboration Hall from 11 am - 1 pm. Grab lunch nearby, take a breather, or just enjoy the immaculate vibes!

FREE

Donation Drive

Collaboration Hall 202 4th St SW, Rochester, MN

You can help make the holiday season special for children and families staying at Ronald McDonald House Charities Midwest MN, WI, IA by donating items from the Holiday Wish List located in our lobby! New, unopened, and unused items may be dropped off in our bin or shipped directly to the House (850 2nd St. […]

Free

Festive Films on the Big Screen

Collaboration Hall 202 4th St SW, Rochester, MN

Join us in Collaboration Hall from 11:00 am - 1pm for a lunchtime snack, and the return of our festive films on the big screen. This months showing is "Home Alone" (1990) - A family comedy about a young boy who is accidentally left behind when his family goes on vacation for Christmas and he […]

Free

Mid-Day Music

Collaboration Hall 202 4th St SW, Rochester, MN

 Join us in Collaboration Hall on Friday December 15th, from 11:00 am - 1pm for our Midday Music series. This month, we'll be enjoying some Holiday themed tunes from The D'Sievers, a jazz quartet featuring trombone that has been active in South East Minnesota for the past ten years. Grab your lunch, take a break, and elevate your […]

Free

Fireside S’mores and Cocoa Connection

Collaboration Hall 202 4th St SW, Rochester, MN

Join us inside Collaboration Hall from 1:00 pm- 3pm Discover the art of creating the perfect s'more without braving the cold. Select from an assortment of high-quality chocolates, marshmallows, and graham crackers. Our indoor s'mores station ensures you can enjoy this classic treat in the comfort of a climate-controlled environment.

Free

Space and Services to Make Your Next Event a Success

Planning an event? Common spaces at One and Two Discovery Square are available for tenants to use. With catering from Café Steam and professional event-planning support, your event is sure to be a success. 

Collaboration and Event Spaces in One Discovery Square Include

BREAKOUT AREAS

Collaboration Hall
2nd Floor Area
Outside Patio
3rd Floor Area

CONFERENCE ROOMS

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Coming in Two Discovery Square! A full-service training center with 100-person capacity.