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 Duluth, MN — upcoming
December 12 - 14, 2025
Arrowhead Ice Fishing & Winter Show
Duluth Entertainment Convention Center, Duluth, MN
Status: Updated 5/13/2025
This Minnesota Trade Show will have commercial/retail exhibitors and no food booths. Admission tickets are $6 - $12. This event will also include ice fishing tank with prizes.
January 10, 2026
Duluth Wedding Show
Duluth Entertainment Convention Center, Duluth, MN
Status: Updated 5/13/2025
This Minnesota Bridal-Wedding will have commercial/retail and corp./information exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $10 - $15. This event will also include: exhibits, seminars, interactive displays, prizes, fashion show.
February 19 - 22, 2026
Northland Outdoors Duluth Deer Classic
Duluth Entertainment Convention Center, Duluth, MN
Status: Updated 5/13/2025
This Minnesota Trade Show will have commercial/retail and corp./information exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $6 - $12.
February 19 - 22, 2026
Duluth Sport Show
Duluth Entertainment Convention Center, Duluth, MN
Status: Updated 5/13/2025
This Minnesota Boat Auto Camping Show will have commercial/retail and corp./information exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $6 - $12.
February 28, 2026
Duluth Women's Expo
Duluth Entertainment Convention Center, Duluth, MN
Status: Updated 5/13/2025
This Minnesota Trade Show will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 9am-3pm. Admission tickets are $5 - $25. This event will also include: exhibits, fashion show, women in the arts, engwalls garden cafe.
April 9 - 12, 2026
Arrowhead Home & Builder Show
Duluth Entertainment Convention Center, Duluth, MN
Status: Updated 5/13/2025
This Minnesota Trade Show will have commercial/retail and corp./information exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $6 - $12.
April - May 2026 (dates not updated)
Duluth Homegrown Music Festival
Various Locations, Duluth, MN
Status: Updated 2/4/2025
This Minnesota Music Festival will have no exhibit booths and no food booths. There will be 20 stages with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be . Admission tickets are $15 - $40.
June 2026 (dates not updated)
Park Point Art Fair
Park Point Recreation Area, Duluth, MN
Status: Updated 2/27/2025
This Minnesota Art Show will have fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 6 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat-Sun 10am-5pm. This event will also include art making activities.
July 2026 (dates not updated)
City of Duluth Fourth Fest
Bayfront Festival Park, Duluth, MN
Status: Updated 5/14/2025
This Minnesota Holiday Celebration will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 25 food booths. There will be 1 stage with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 1:30pm-11pm. Admission tickets are $. This event will also include fireworks.
July 2026 (dates not updated)
South Saint Louis County Fair
South Saint Louis County Fair, Duluth, MN
Status: Updated 5/15/2025
This Minnesota State Fair will have crafts exhibitors and tba food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Wed-Fri 8am-10pm; Sat-Sun 8am-6pm. Admission tickets are $5 - $15.
July 2026 (dates not updated)
Downtown Duluth Days
Downtown, Duluth, MN
Status: Updated 5/22/2025
This Minnesota Festival will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 13 food booths. There will be Roving Performers with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Wed 10am-8pm; Thu 10am-5pm.
July 2026 (dates not updated)
Bayfront Reggae & World Music Festival
Bayfront Festival Park, Duluth, MN
Status: Updated 5/14/2025
This Minnesota Reggae Festival will have commercial/retail, corp./information and crafts exhibitors, and 10 food booths. There will be 1 stage with International, National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 3pm-11pm. Admission tickets are $30 - $85. This event will also include: dj sound of fujun, kid's activities.
July - August 2026 (dates not updated)
Spirit Valley Days
Grand Ave. between 59th Ave. W and Central Ave., Duluth, MN
Status: Updated 3/3/2025
This Minnesota Festival will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, film, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and tba food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be . Admission tickets are $5. This event will also include: west duluth pageant, parade, entertainment, food, car show (guss rd.)
August 2026 (dates not updated)
Bayfront Blues Festival
Bayfront Festival Park, Duluth, MN
Status: Updated 4/21/2025
This Minnesota Blues Festival will have no exhibit booths and 8 food booths. There will be 1 stage with International, National and Regional talent and the hours will be Fri-Sat 11am-10pm; Sun 11am-9pm. Admission tickets are $65 - $170. This event will also include none.
August 2026 (dates not updated)
Art in Bayfront Park
Bayfront Festival park, Duluth, MN
Status: Updated 11/21/2024
This Minnesota Festival will have fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and tba food booths.
August 2026 (dates not updated)
The Tribute Fest
Bayfront Festival Park, Duluth, MN
Status: Updated 7/16/2025
This Minnesota Music Festival will have no exhibit booths and 5 food booths. There will be 1 stage with National and Regional talent and the hours will be Fri 12pm-11pm; Sat 11am-11pm. Admission tickets are $35 - $250.
September 2026 (dates not updated)
Chester Bowl Fall Fest
1801 E. Skyline Parkway, Duluth, MN
Status: Updated 8/23/2025
This Minnesota Festival will have crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 15 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 9:30am-4:30pm.
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Duluth Senior GO Show
Duluth Entertainment Convention Center, Duluth, MN
Status: Updated 3/11/2025
This Minnesota Trade Show will have commercial/retail and corp./information exhibitors, and no food booths. There will be 2 stages with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Tue 9am-2pm. This event will also include: exhibits, seminars, prizes, live entertainment, fashion show.
November 2026 (dates not updated)
Festival of Trees Arts, Crafts & Gifts Show
Duluth Entertainment and Convention Center, Duluth, MN
Status: Updated 11/11/2025
This Minnesota Craft Show will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths. There will be Roving Performers with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 9am-5pm; Sun 10am-3pm. Admission tickets are $5 - $7. This event will also include santa.















