A Prairie Home Companion, the Mall of America and 10,000 lakes come to mind when you think about Minnesota. But it's also artsy, culinary and outdoorsy. The North Star State's 567 events range from the quirky to the quintessential. The three biggest are: Minnesota State Fair, Uptown Art Fair and Edina Art Fair. But, there's also a wonderful tradition of county fairs, carnivals, summer concerts and antique shows. Scroll below to view the variety of culture, art, music and entertainment found at Minnesota Festivals, Art Shows, Music Festivals and Craft Shows.
Eden Prairie Schooner Days
May 31 - June 2, 2024
Eden Prairie Schooner Days
(612) 386-9309
Round Lake Park, Eden Prairie, MN. Shuttles available - Eden Prairie, MN
Family-Friendly Market Fair! Commercial products, Crafts, Flea market items, Delicious specialty foods, Insane Ice Cream Creations, Face painting, Temp Tattoos, and much more. All our Schooner Days favorites will be returning! Carnival Rides, Children, and Adult Midways, Games of Skill, and Food Trucks. Bingo, Ice Cold Beer, Wine, Seltzers, Pull Tabs Under the Big Top, and Much More! Courtesy shuttles and handicapped parking. Drop off area at the entrance.
ArtBlast
June 24 - 30, 2024
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(952) 737-7887
Steeple Center, Rosemount Central Park, and others - Rosemount, MN
ArtBlast is a seven-day celebration of the arts, sponsored by the Rosemount Area Arts Council. ArtBlast is designed to provide Rosemount and the surrounding communities with the opportunity to experience many kinds of art in a single, art-filled week. The ArtBlast experience will include daily and nightly entertainment, performing arts, art exhibits, arts and crafts activities, a photo contest, and theater. New this year will be a Quilt and Fiber Art Show, and "Let's Play! Play in a Day; for 3rd - 6th graders ($25.) Most of the events take place at the Rosemount Central Park or the Steeple Center. Most of the events are FREE.
Ely's Blueberry Arts Festival
July 26 - 28, 2024
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(218) 365-6123
Whiteside Park - Ely, MN
Welcome to Ely's Signature Summer event! Now in its 45th year, this is the premiere festival of the region and draws over 40,000 people to shop the unique hand-crafted items and indulge in delectable foods. This festival features the work of more than 250 quality art, craft, and marketplace vendors. Take a break from shopping, relax in our beer tent, and enjoy a blueberry beer.
Ely's Harvest Moon Festival
September 6 - 8, 2024
ely.org/events/annual-events-and-festivals/..
(218) 365-6123
Whiteside Park - Ely, MN
The Harvest Moon Festival features 125 artists and crafters. Select from functional and decorative pottery, hand-turned wooden bowls, beadwork, paintings, leather, and more. Select from a wide variety of items from the food court. Fall is a beautiful time of year to come to Ely.
Long Prairie Arts and Crafts Show and Sell
November 30, 2024
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(320) 732-2514
LPGE Secondary School - Long Prairie, MN
Annual Arts & Crafts Show in Long Prairie. The event is in a modern school. All booths are in the gym and commons. No hallways. No Steps. Concession stand all day. Great attendance. Free coffee. Free parking. Free admission. A local favorite event, drawing attendance from a large area.
May 31 - June 1, 2024
Buffalo Days Celebration
Rock County Courthouse Square, Luverne, MN
Status: Updated 4/25/2024
June 1, 2024
Cherry Car Show
Trailside Park, Pequot Lakes, MN
Status: Updated 3/14/2024
June 1, 2024
Fourth Majestic Craft & Gift Show
Shakopee American Legion, Shakopee, MN
Status: Updated 2/14/2024
June 1, 2024
Saint Anthony Park Arts Festival
Saint Anthony Park Branch Library, Saint Paul, MN
Status: Updated 1/9/2024
May 31 - June 2, 2024
Eden Prairie Schooner Days
Round Lake Park, Eden Prairie, MN. Shuttles available, Eden Prairie, MN
Web: Eden Prairie Schooner Days
Status: Updated 2/22/2024
May 31 - June 2, 2024
FlowWave
Larson's Landing, Red Wing, MN
Status: Updated 4/28/2024
May 31 - June 2, 2024
Pine Island Cheese Festival
Trailhead Park and Cheese Factory building, Pine Island, MN
Status: Updated 1/9/2024
May 31 - June 2, 2024
Kickoff Jam
El Rancho Manana Campground, Richmond, MN
Status: Updated 3/11/2024
June 2, 2024
Grand Old Day
Grand Avenue, Saint Paul, MN
Status: Updated 11/3/2023
June 2024 (dates not updated)
Rhubarb Festival
Sylvan Park, Lanesboro, MN
Status: Updated 4/27/2023
June 6 - 8, 2024
Eddie Cochran Car Show & Music Festival
North Broadway Downtown Albert Lea, Albert Lea, MN
Status: Updated 9/13/2023
June 7 - 8, 2024
Fergus Falls Summerfest
Kirkbride Park, Fergus Falls, MN
Status: Updated 3/18/2024
June 8, 2024
Prairie Days Craft Show
Veterans Memorial Park, Long Prairie, MN
Status: Updated 2/14/2024
June 8, 2024
Shadow Falls Art Fair
50 Mississippi River Blvd, Saint Paul, MN
Status: Updated 3/29/2024
June 8, 2024
Wigglefest
Kaposia Landing, South Saint Paul, MN
Status: Updated 3/21/2024
June 6 - 9, 2024
Father Hennepin Festival
Mississippi Point Park, Champlin, MN
Status: Updated 3/13/2023
June 7 - 9, 2024
Edina Art Fair
50th & France Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN
Status: Updated 11/3/2023
June 8 - 9, 2024
Excelsior Art on the Lake
Water Street, Downtown Excelsior, Excelsior, MN
Status: Updated 11/9/2023
June 2024 (dates not updated)
Merchant Mart - Rum River Festival
1st Street Princeton, Princeton, MN
Status: Updated 3/14/2023
June 2024 (dates not updated)
Merchant Mart - Albertville Friendly City Days
Lachman Ave, Albertville, MN
Status: Updated 3/14/2023
June 2024 (dates not updated)
Windom Riverfest
Various Locations, Windom, MN
Status: Updated 3/20/2023
June 12 - 15, 2024
Kick'N Up Kountry Music Festival
Wagon Wheel Ridge, Karlstad, MN
Status: Updated 3/28/2024
June 13 - 15, 2024
The Minnesota Quilt Show
Duluth Entertainment Convention Center, Duluth, MN
Status: Updated 3/27/2024
June 14 - 15, 2024
Wild West Show
El Rancho Manana, Richmond, MN
Status: Updated 4/3/2024