Festivals in Saint Peter, MN.
Craft Shows, Music Festivals
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.
Excelsior Apple Days
September 18 - 20, 2026
(952) 686-6046
Downtown - Excelsior, MN
Since 1935, Excelsior Apple Days has been a cherished lakeside tradition celebrating the best of our community. Join us on the shores of Lake Minnetonka for a weekend filled with local artists and vendors, live music, family activities, delicious food, apple traditions, and small-town charm. From the street market and the Kids Corner to apple pie contests, history tours, a lively beer and wine garden, and entertainment from local favorites and renowned bands, Apple Days offers something for everyone.
Events in Saint Peter, MN — upcoming
September 12 - 13, 2026
Rock Bend Folk Festival
Minnesota Square Park, Saint Peter, MN
Status: Updated 7/24/2026
This Minnesota Music Festival will have fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 10 food booths. There will be 2 stages with International, National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 12pm-10pm; Sun 12pm-8pm. This event will also include zoo.
October 2026 (dates not updated)
Maker Fair Minnesota
Nicolett County Fairgrounds, Saint Peter, MN
Status: Updated 8/30/2025
This Minnesota Craft Show will have crafts, fine art and homegrown products exhibitors, and 10 food booths. Admission tickets are $1 - $5. This event will also include kids pumpkin hunt passport.
November 2026 (dates not updated)
Saint Peter Craft & Vendor Show
St Peter Armory, Saint Peter, MN
Status: Updated 10/28/2025
This Minnesota Craft Show will have commercial/retail and crafts exhibitors, and 1 food booth.
August 2027 (dates not updated)
Nicollet County Fair
Fairgrounds, Saint Peter, MN
Status: Updated 6/19/2026
This Minnesota State Fair will have commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, film, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and local food booths. There will be 2 stages with Local talent and the hours will be Wed 3pm-10pm; Thu 8am-11pm; Fri 7:30am-11pm; Sat 8:30am-11pm; Sun 9:30am-3pm.
