Festivals in Afton, MN.
Family & Kids Festivals, Craft Shows
The Lakes Bluegrass Festival
August 26 - 30, 2026
lakesbluegrassfestival.com
(218) 821-0342
Lakes Music and Events Park - Backus, MN
This year is THE 20th Anniversary of The Lakes Bluegrass Festival and we are celebrating with a stellar lineup including Rhonda Vincent, Blue Highway, The Malpass Brothers, The Kody Norris Show, Kenny and Amanda Smith, The Purple Hulls, The Bluegrass Express and many more. In addition to 3 big days of bluegrass on the main stage, we also have bluegrass and country music under the pavilion, plus camping, jamming, workshops, food, dancing, plus FREE parking, FREE WiFi and FREE showers. Wednesday is Community Appreciation day with FREE ADMISSION and country music going all day under the pavilion. Food and beverages available for purchase.
Excelsior Apple Days
September 18 - 20, 2026
(952) 686-6046
Downtown - Excelsior, MN
Since 1935, Excelsior Apple Days has been a cherished lakeside tradition celebrating the best of our community. Join us on the shores of Lake Minnetonka for a weekend filled with local artists and vendors, live music, family activities, delicious food, apple traditions, and small-town charm. From the street market and the Kids Corner to apple pie contests, history tours, a lively beer and wine garden, and entertainment from local favorites and renowned bands, Apple Days offers something for everyone.
Events in Afton, MN — upcoming
September 26 - 27, 2026
Afton Art Fair
Afton Park, Afton, MN
Status: Updated 3/10/2026
This Minnesota Art Show will have antique/collectibles, crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 9 food booths. There will be 2 stages with Local talent and the hours will be Sat-Sun 10am-5pm. This event will also include: kids art tent, bounce house, demos, music, food.
November 28 - December 13, 2026
Afton Village Holiday
Downtown, Afton, MN
Status: Updated 3/10/2026
This Minnesota Holiday Celebration will have no exhibit booths and no food booths. There will be Roving Performers with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-4pm; Sun-Thu closed; Fri 5pm-8pm. This event will also include: horse drawn wagon rides, sant, festive food & drinks, holiday markets, & more.
June 2027 (dates not updated)
Afton Strawberry Festival & Marketplace
Afton Town Square Park, Afton, MN
Status: Updated 9/9/2025
This Minnesota Festival will have antique/collectibles, corp./information, crafts, fine art, fine craft and flea market exhibitors, and 9 food booths. There will be 2 stages with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-5pm; Sun 10am-4pm. This event will also include: demos, strawberry shortcake eating contest, petting zoo, bounce houses.
