Rochester, MN

The Social at The Avalon

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The Social at The Avalon in downtown Rochester is an event venue in the historic Avalon building that hosts live jazz and other public entertainment. Jazz and mixed event music fit naturally within the room. For musicians, the venue offers a flexible social setting that can support live ensembles without feeling like a standard bar. Small jazz groups and event-oriented performers are especially well suited. The Social is best suited to local and regional acts that can bring a polished presentation and adapt to different audience configurations. It offers musicians a Rochester venue where live music becomes part of a broader social and event experience.

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21+
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Jazz
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301 N Broadway Ave, Rochester, MN 55906, United States
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507-382-4971
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