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: 

Collaboration Happy Hour

Collaboration Happy Hour kicks off with our first host of 2022: Rob Kaiser, Ph.D., D.A.B.T and Vice President of Pre-Clinical Development for Castle Creek Biosciences leads our discussion Tuesday, March 29th from 4:30 - 6:30 PM. Join us for beverages and bites while we learn more about the innovative cell and gene therapy work happening […]

Golden Egg Hunt

One Discovery Square 202 4th St SW, Rochester, MN

The Golden Egg hunt returns to One Discovery Square! Each week there will be golden eggs hidden around One Discovery Square. Find an egg, snap a photo, and follow the instructions inside to claim your prize! We'll have a new set of eggs each Monday - so keep your eyes open while you explore the […]

FREE

Watch the Championship Game in Collaboration Hall

Collaboration Hall 202 4th St SW, Rochester, MN, United States

Join us in watching the thrilling conclusion to March Madness on the big screen, April 4th, in Collaboration Hall.

FREE

Open Doors at One Discovery Square

One Discovery Square 202 4th St SW, Rochester, MN

Tenants of One Discovery Square are invited to explore the offices of your neighbors on this guided tour! Learn about the advancements being made, find opportunities for collaboration, and get a sneak peek at 2DS! The tour ends with a reception at Steam Cafe where you can grab a beverage or snack on us! Itinerary: […]

FREE

Acts of Care

Celebrate National Nurses Day with Dancing River Blooms. Take a flower, or build a bouquet and deliver it to someone who cares for you in your life. 11am-1pm in Collaboration Hall.

TGIM: Pot Stickers & Spring Rolls

Collaboration Hall 202 4th St SW, Rochester, MN, United States

It's time for TGIM treats for tenants and students at 1DS! Celebrate AAPI Month by stopping by Collaboration Hall to grab some delicious Pot Stickers & Spring Rolls from Asia Fusion. No RSVP required.  First-come, first-serve basis.

FREE

Right Brain: Events on the Creative Side

Collaboration Hall 202 4th St SW, Rochester, MN, United States

Join us in Collaboration Hall on the fourth Wednesday of every month for a fun and unique opportunity to engage your creative side. Past events have included creating your own cross-stitch, resin coasters, and fizzy bath bombs! What’s up our sleeve next?  Watch this space to find out more and mark your calendars!

FREE

TGIM: Juneteenth

Collaboration Hall 202 4th St SW, Rochester, MN, United States

Join us as we celebrate Juneteenth with red foods! Several African traditions place great philosophical and spiritual importance on the color red, including the Yoruba of Nigeria, Benin, and Togo; and the Kongo of Angola, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the Republic of Congo, and Gabon. Whether with prosperity foods such as collard greens, cornbread, […]

FREE

Wellness Wednesday: Barre on the Patio

Patio on Third 400 3rd Ave SW, Rochester, MN, United States

Join us for our next Wellness Wednesday featuring Barre on the Patio with Pure Barre!  Start your day with a self-care break to focus on your breathing and challenge your body. We'll have some mats to share, but feel free to bring your own if you prefer, along with any blocks, straps, bands, or other […]

FREE

Lunchtime Screenings

Collaboration Hall 202 4th St SW, Rochester, MN, United States

Bring your lunch and join us in Collaboration Hall for a screening of interviews, talks, documentaries, and round table discussions from the latest in technology, innovation, medical sciences, and design! Each month we'll rotate topics, requests are welcome!

FREE

BBQ Make & Take

Collaboration Hall 202 4th St SW, Rochester, MN, United States

Join us as we make our own barbecue spice blends. Perfect for the summer season of grilling! Stop by at any time during this event to make your own, label it and make a recipe card so you can replicate it. Then take it home and use it at your next weekend gathering.

FREE

Acts of Care: Camp Companion

Patio on Third 400 3rd Ave SW, Rochester, MN, United States

Join us for the latest in our Acts of Care series! We're pleased to be welcoming Camp Companion to One Discovery Square. Research tells us that simply petting a dog lowers the stress hormone cortisol, and social interaction between people and animals actually increases levels of the feel-good hormone oxytocin (the same hormone that bonds […]

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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.