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 New Ulm, MN — upcoming
July 2026 (dates not updated)
Bavarian Blast
Brown County Fairgrounds, New Ulm, MN
Status: Updated 5/31/2025
This Minnesota Ethnic Music Festival will have commercial/retail and crafts exhibitors, and 3 food booths. There will be 3 stages with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Thu-Fri 11am-1am; Sat-Sun 11am-8pm. Admission tickets are $13 - $500.
August 2026 (dates not updated)
Brown County Free Fair
Brown County Fairgrounds, New Ulm, MN
Status: Updated 4/21/2025
This Minnesota State Fair will have commercial/retail and corp./information exhibitors, and 15 food booths. There will be 1 stage with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be . This event will also include: livestock shows, exhibits, kids day activities, senior day activities.
November 2026 (dates not updated)
New Ulm Women's Expo and Craft Fair
Jefferson Elementary School, New Ulm, MN
Status: Updated 9/25/2025
This Minnesota Marketplace Expo will have commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 1 food booth. This event will also include part of the citywide new ulm shopping opener.
November 2026 (dates not updated)
Gnomemade Artisan & Vintage Market
15 Historic Locations and Artisan Homes, New Ulm, MN
Status: Updated 11/3/2025
This Minnesota Vintage will have antique/collectibles, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths.
