Programs & Events

Dynamic Programming Fosters Structured Serendipity

Programming and connection are central to One and Two Discovery Square. Host by CBRE elevates the office experience with a seamless blend of hospitality, innovative technology, and thoughtfully curated events that make workplaces vibrant, engaging, and connected. Responding to the rising demand for enhanced work environments, Host creates "structured serendipity" through partnerships with local non-profits, pop-up events with vendors, and community-centered activities, fostering authentic, casual interactions. Regular professional programming in our conference center also brings experts from Mayo Clinic and local thought leaders to tenants, sparking connection and learning. Backed by CBRE’s unmatched expertise in facilities management, workplace strategy, and flexible space solutions, Host creates spaces where people perform, collaborate, and grow.

Friday Food Trucks

Premier Bank Parking Lot 421 1st Ave SW, Rochester, MN, United States

Join us each Friday for a rotation of delicious options from 11 am until 1 pm in the Premier Bank Parking Lot. Grab some lunch, hang out on the patio, or inside Collaboration Hall and enjoy the return to warmer weather. Cash and cards are both accepted.

SELF PAY

Cold Brews & Crafts

Patio Outside Steam Cafe

Join us for sun, fun, coffee, and crafts on the patio outside Steam cafe! Take a mental break and enjoy the sunshine as we embrace the final days of summer with fun and engaging crafts! We'll be trying our hand at: Needlepoint Mosaic Tile Coasters Modern Hoop Wreaths Come when you can, stay as long […]

FREE

Friday Food Trucks

Premier Bank Parking Lot 421 1st Ave SW, Rochester, MN, United States

Join us each Friday for a rotation of delicious options from 11 am until 1 pm in the Premier Bank Parking Lot. Grab some lunch, hang out on the patio, or inside Collaboration Hall and enjoy the return to warmer weather. Cash and cards are both accepted.

SELF PAY

One Discovery Blood Drive with Mayo Clinic

Second Floor Open Space

Every six minutes, a patient at Mayo Clinic needs a transfusion of blood or blood products. A simple blood donation can save the life of a child with leukemia, restore the strength of a cancer patient, or provide a critical transfusion to an accident victim. There is no substitute for this lifesaving gift, so patients […]

FREE

Friday Food Trucks

Premier Bank Parking Lot 421 1st Ave SW, Rochester, MN, United States

Join us each Friday for a rotation of delicious options from 11 am until 1 pm in the Premier Bank Parking Lot. Grab some lunch, hang out on the patio, or inside Collaboration Hall and enjoy the return to warmer weather. Cash and cards are both accepted.

SELF PAY

TGIM: Smores Indoors

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

This month, join us for a Summer Camp experience and make delicious smores indoors! No time? No problem! Make a kit to take home and fire up your backyard fire pit.

FREE

Lunchtime Screenings

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

Join us in Collaboration Hall from noon - 1 pm for our monthly series of videos about science, technology, collaboration, and design to spark innovation! Bring your lunch, and enjoy with us!

FREE

Friday Food Trucks

Premier Bank Parking Lot 421 1st Ave SW, Rochester, MN, United States

Join us each Friday for a rotation of delicious options from 11 am until 1 pm in the Premier Bank Parking Lot. Grab some lunch, hang out on the patio, or inside Collaboration Hall and enjoy the return to warmer weather. Cash and cards are both accepted.

SELF PAY

TACObout Innovation

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

Join us for a complimentary taco lunch, activities, and collaborative discussions! Energize your lunch hour with One Discovery Square. About this event Program includes: Noon - 12:30 pm: fix a plate and make a friend with an activity while you get your lunch 12:30 - 12:45 pm: Listen to the topic presentation while you chow […]

FREE

Friday Food Trucks

Premier Bank Parking Lot 421 1st Ave SW, Rochester, MN, United States

Join us each Friday for a rotation of delicious options from 11 am until 1 pm in the Premier Bank Parking Lot. Grab some lunch, hang out on the patio, or inside Collaboration Hall and enjoy the return to warmer weather. Cash and cards are both accepted.

SELF PAY

End of Summer BBQ

Patio Outside Steam Cafe

Celebrate the end of summer with our Annual BBQ for tenants and students of One Discovery Square! We'll be outside with free lunch, homemade lemonade, games, and music from 11 am until 1 pm. RSVP's are required for this event to support us in bringing in enough food for everyone, though you are free to […]

FREE

Virtual Event: Survivor Football League

Virtual Meeting

Join our Survivor Football League and play each week to win prizes! Follow the link to set up your account, or follow along on social media or our newsletters for winners and updates! Open to the students and employees at One Discovery Square!

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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Two Discovery Square proudly welcomes you to its Conference Center, come check it out, and host your next event here!