Festivals in Slayton, MN.
Craft Shows, 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.
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 Slayton, MN — upcoming
September 11 - 12, 2026
Autumn Boutique
Murray County Fairgrounds, Slayton, MN
Status: Updated 12/9/2025
This Minnesota Craft Show will have crafts and fine craft exhibitors, and 1 local food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Fri 9am-7pm; Sat 9am-3pm.
August 2027 (dates not updated)
Murray County Fair
Murray County Fairgrounds, Slayton, MN
Status: Updated 6/22/2026
This Minnesota State Fair will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 8 food booths. There will be 1 stage with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be . This event will also include: traveling viet nam wall, parade, demonstrations, tractor pull, stockcar races, fireworks.
