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
rosemountarts.com/artblast-2024
(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
ely.org/events/annual-events-and-festivals/..
(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.
June 21 - 23, 2024
Wayzata Art Experience
Lake Street, Wayzata, MN
Status: Updated 2/9/2024
June 22 - 23, 2024
Afton Strawberry Festival & Marketplace
Afton Town Square Park, Afton, MN
Status: Updated 2/13/2024
June 22 - 23, 2024
Eagan Art Festival
Eagan Central Park - Festival Grounds, Eagan, MN
Status: Updated 1/10/2024
June 2024 (dates not updated)
Water Tower Festival
Courthouse Square, Pipestone, MN
Status: Updated 7/12/2022
June 2024 (dates not updated)
Sixteenth Classic & Vintage Boat Show
Lake Front Kowalskis in White Bear Lake, White Bear Lake, MN
Status: Updated 2/27/2023
June 2024 (dates not updated)
Minnetonka Summer Festival
Minnetonka Civic Center campus, Minnetonka, MN
Status: Updated 6/7/2023
June 19 - 26, 2024
Rhythm on the Rails - June
Downtown Shakopee, Shakopee, MN
Status: Updated 4/8/2024
June 27, 2024
Lemonade Concert and Art Fair
St. Cloud State University Outdoor Mall, Saint Cloud, MN
Status: Updated 1/25/2024
June 1 - 29, 2024
Riverwalk Market Fair - June
Bridge Square, Northfield, MN
Status: Updated 3/13/2024
June 29, 2024
Turtle Town Art Fair
Salem Lutheran Church, Longville, MN
Status: Updated 2/29/2024
June 24 - 30, 2024
ArtBlast
Steeple Center, Rosemount Central Park, and others, Rosemount, MN
Web: rosemountarts.com/artblast-2024
Status: Updated 4/15/2024
June 27 - 30, 2024
Water Ski Days
Various Locations, Lake City, MN
Status: Updated 12/12/2023
June 27 - 30, 2024
Todd County Fair
Fairgrounds, Long Prairie, MN
Status: Updated 4/23/2024
June 28 - 30, 2024
Henderson Sauerkraut Days
Bender Park, Henderson, MN
Status: Updated 4/12/2024
June 28 - 30, 2024
Melrose Riverfest
Sauk River Park, Melrose, MN
Status: Updated 4/10/2024
June 29 - 30, 2024
Stillwater Flea & Crafters Market - June
Washington County Fairgrounds, Stillwater, MN
Status: Updated 1/16/2024
June 29 - 30, 2024
Park Point Art Fair
Park Point Recreation Area, Duluth, MN
Status: Updated 1/9/2024
June 13 - July 4, 2024
White Bear Lake Manitou Days
White Bear Lake, Saint Paul, MN
Status: Updated 4/1/2024
July 2024 (dates not updated)
Old Fashioned Fourth of July
Victory Field Park, Blooming Prairie, MN
Status: Updated 6/1/2023
July 4, 2024
Pequot Lakes Stars & Stripes Days
Trailside Park, Pequot Lakes, MN
Status: Updated 3/13/2024
July 4, 2024
City of Duluth Fourth Fest
Bayfront Festival Park, Duluth, MN
Status: Updated 4/16/2024
July 3 - 6, 2024
Cannon Valley Fair
Fairgrounds, Cannon Falls, MN
Status: Updated 4/8/2024
July 4 - 6, 2024
Spicer Fourth of July
City-Wide, Spicer, MN
Status: Updated 1/26/2024