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 Minneapolis, MN — upcoming
January 30 - February 1, 2026
Minneapolis Home + Remodeling Show
U.S. Bank Stadium, Minneapolis, MN
Status: Updated 9/23/2025
This Minnesota Home and Garden Show will have commercial/retail and corp./information exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $4 - $12.
February 2026 (dates not updated)
Minneapolis/St. Paul Rv, Vacation & Camping Show
Minneapolis Convention Center, Minneapolis, MN
Status: Updated 12/6/2024
This Minnesota Boat Auto Camping Show will have commercial/retail and corp./information exhibitors, and tba food booths. This event will also include informational seminars.
March 2026 (dates not updated)
Minneapolis Home and Garden Show
Minneapolis Convention Center, Minneapolis, MN
Status: Updated 12/6/2024
This Minnesota Home and Garden Show will have commercial/retail and corp./information exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $4 - $14. This event will also include: seminars, celebrities, contests.
March 2026 (dates not updated)
GLW Wholesale Trade Show - Minneapolis
Doubletree-Bloomington Minneapolis South, Minneapolis, MN
Status: Updated 1/21/2025
This Minnesota Trade Show will have commercial/retail exhibitors and no food booths.
March 2026 (dates not updated)
Twin Cities GeekCraft Expo
Minneapolis Convention Center Ball Room A, Minneapolis, MN
Status: Updated 1/23/2025
This Minnesota Craft Show will have crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $5 - $15.
April 2026 (dates not updated)
Spring Jam
University Campus , Parking Lot 37, Minneapolis, MN
Status: Updated 4/14/2025
This Minnesota Music Festival will have no exhibit booths and tba food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 4pm-10:30pm. Admission tickets are $20.
June 2026 (dates not updated)
Edina Art Fair
50th & France Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN
Status: Updated 1/23/2025
This Minnesota Art Show will have fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 12 food booths. There will be Roving Performers with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 3pm-8pm; Sat 10am-7pm; Sun 10am-5pm. This event will also include kids creative zone.
June 13 - 14, 2026
American Craft Fest Saint Paul
Union Depot, Minneapolis, MN
Status: Updated 10/9/2025
This Minnesota Art Show will have fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths.
June 20 - 21, 2026
Stone Arch Bridge Festival
Minneapolis Riverfront, Minneapolis, MN
Status: Updated 11/17/2025
This Minnesota Music Festival will have crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 20 food booths. There will be 3 stages with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-7pm; Sun 10am-5pm. This event will also include: car show, youth activities.
May - July 2026 (dates not updated)
Art of Possibilities Show & Sale
Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute, Minneapolis, MN Or Online at courageart.org/shop
Status: Updated 12/2/2024
This Minnesota Craft Show will have fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths.
July 2026 (dates not updated)
Minnehaha Falls Art Fair
Minnehaha Falls Park, Minneapolis, MN
Status: Updated 6/5/2025
This Minnesota Craft Show will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. This event will also include: family/kids area, make and take crafts, music, games, etc.
July 25 - 26, 2026
Loring Park Art Festival
Loring Park, Minneapolis, MN
Status: Updated 12/3/2025
This Minnesota Art Show will have fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 12 food booths. There will be Roving Performers with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-6pm; Sun 10am-5pm. This event will also include demonstrations.
August 2026 (dates not updated)
Minneapolis Food Truck Festival
420 SE Main St., Minneapolis, MN
Status: Updated 4/2/2025
This Minnesota Food Festival will have commercial/retail, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 40 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 11am-7pm.
August 2026 (dates not updated)
Somi Art Fair (Formerly Uptown Art Fair)
Bachman's on Lyndale, Minneapolis, MN
Status: Updated 3/21/2025
This Minnesota Art Show will have 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 Sat 12pm-8pm; Sun 10am-8pm.
August 2026 (dates not updated)
Powderhorn Art Fair
Powderhorn Park, Minneapolis, MN
Status: Updated 4/21/2025
This Minnesota Craft Show will have fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 20 food booths. This event will also include youth arts activities.
September 2026 (dates not updated)
American Pottery Festival
Northern Clay Center, Minneapolis, MN
Status: Updated 7/28/2025
This Minnesota Art Show will have fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $5 - $100. This event will also include: lecture, workshops, slide talks, opening night party, sales.
September 2026 (dates not updated)
Autumn Daze Festival
Saint Helena Church, Minneapolis, MN
Status: Updated 8/9/2025
This Minnesota Holiday Celebration will have crafts and fine craft exhibitors, and tba food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Fri 5pm-10pm; Sat 10am-10pm; Sun 10am-5pm.
September 2026 (dates not updated)
Ukrainian Festival of MN
Ukrainian Festival of MN, Minneapolis, MN
Status: Updated 2/13/2025
This Minnesota Ethnic Festival will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 3 food booths. There will be 2 stages with Local talent and the hours will be Fri 6pm-10pm; Sat 12pm-8pm. This event will also include: games, talent show, demonstrations, varenyky eating contest, children's area.
September 2026 (dates not updated)
GLW Wholesale Trade Show
DoubleTree-Bloomington Minneapolis South, Minneapolis, MN
Status: Updated 3/18/2025
This Minnesota Trade Show will have commercial/retail exhibitors and no food booths.
November 2026 (dates not updated)
Minneapolis Gift & Art Expo
Minneapolis Convention Center Hall A, Minneapolis, MN
Status: Updated 8/27/2025
This Minnesota Trade Show will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and tba food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Fri 12pm-7pm; Sat 10am-6pm; Sun 10am-5pm. Admission tickets are $4 - $6.
November 2025 (dates not updated)
AABC Birth Institute
Hyatt Regency Minneapolis, Minneapolis, MN
Status: Updated 8/13/2024
This Minnesota Conference will have commercial/retail and corp./information exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $300 - $750.
November 14 - 16, 2026
Art Attack
Northrup King Building, Minneapolis, MN
Status: Updated 10/31/2025
This Minnesota Art Show will have fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 3 food booths. There will be Roving Performers with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 5pm-9pm; Sun 12pm-8pm; Mon 12pm-5pm.

















