Festivals in Moorhead, MN.
Ethnic Festivals, Festivals, Holiday Celebrations
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 Moorhead, MN — upcoming
March 2027 (dates not updated)
Celtic Festival
Hjemkomst Center, Moorhead, MN
Status: Updated 1/30/2026
This Minnesota Ethnic Festival will have commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 1 food booth. There will be 2 stages with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-4pm. Admission tickets are $5. This event will also include: arts and crafts for all ages, informational booths, dancers.
