Art on the Lake
June 13 - 14, 2026
(952) 686-6046
Water Street, Downtown - Excelsior, MN
Experience the enchanting world of Excelsior Art on the Lake, where 120+ gifted artists converge to showcase their original creations. Amidst live music and a delightful array of culinary delights, this event unites personal narratives with a vibrant lakeside community, offering a diverse range of artistic brilliance. Excelsior Art on the Lake is an inspiring blend of art, community, and entertainment, featuring local musicians and regional food vendors throughout the two-day affair. Don't miss out on this unforgettable celebration of creativity and culture by the lake. Please visit our website for the most up-to-date information.
Apple Days
September 18 - 20, 2026
(952) 686-6046
Downtown - Excelsior, MN
Experience Excelsior Apple Days – a cherished lakeside festival that unites our community, art, local flavors, and a classic street dance. Since 1935, this event has delighted fans with a day packed full of activities like craft booths, a kid's corner, food vendors, history tours, Apple Pie contests, live entertainment from local talents and renowned bands, and a lively beer and wine garden at the heart of it all! Don't miss out on this lakeside extravaganza! Please visit our website for the most up-to-date information.
Events in Albert Lea, MN — upcoming
March 2026 (dates not updated)
Albert Lea Spring Market
Wedgewood Cove Golf Club, Albert Lea, MN
Status: Updated 12/22/2024
This Minnesota Vendor Event will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, crafts, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths.
June 2026 (dates not updated)
Eddie Cochran Car Show & Music Festival
North Broadway Downtown Albert Lea, Albert Lea, MN
Status: Updated 11/12/2024
This Minnesota Rock Music Festival will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, film, fine art, fine craft, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and 5 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Thu 4:30pm-8pm; Fri 3pm-9pm; Sat 8am-10pm. This event will also include: car show, car cruise, cruise-in.
August 4 - 9, 2026
Freeborn County Fair
Fairgrounds, Albert Lea, MN
Status: Updated 11/20/2025
This Minnesota State Fair will have crafts exhibitors and 50 food booths. There will be 2 stages with National talent and the hours will be . Admission tickets are $10.
November 2026 (dates not updated)
Albert Lea Autumn Market
Wedgewood Cove Event Center, Albert Lea, MN
Status: Updated 11/7/2025
This Minnesota Craft Show will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, film, fine art, fine craft, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths.
