Festivals in Long Lake, MN.
Holiday Celebrations, 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.
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!
Events in Long Lake, MN — upcoming
November 21, 2026
Holiday Boutique
Church of St George Community Center, Long Lake, MN
Status: Updated 2/10/2026
This Minnesota Holiday Celebration will have crafts exhibitors and no food booths.
August 2027 (dates not updated)
Corn Days Festival
Church of St. George, Long Lake, MN
Status: Updated 10/28/2025
This Minnesota Festival will have commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 5 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 11am-10pm. This event will also include: 5k, petting zoo, inflatables, bingo, wine pull, raffle, beer tent, parade, sil auction.
