A Prairie Home Companion, the Mall of America and 10,000 lakes come to mind when you think about Minnesota. But it's also artsy, culinary and outdoorsy. The North Star State's 522 events range from the quirky to the quintessential. The three biggest are: Minnesota State Fair, Somi Art Fair (Formerly Uptown Art Fair) and Minnesota Renaissance Festival. But, there's also a wonderful tradition of county fairs, carnivals, summer concerts and antique shows. Scroll below to view the variety of culture, art, music and entertainment found at Minnesota Festivals, Art Shows, Music Festivals and Craft Shows.
Eden Prairie Schooner Days
May 29 - 31, 2026
Eden Prairie Schooner Days
(612) 386-9309
Round Lake Park - Eden Prairie, MN
Family-Friendly Market Fair! Commercial products, Crafts, Delicious specialty foods, Insane Ice Cream Creations, Face painting, Temp Tattoos, and much more. All our Schooner Days favorites will be returning! Carnival Rides, Children, and Adult Midways, Games of Skill, and Food Trucks. Bingo and Beer Garden, Wine, Seltzers, Pull Tabs Under the Big Top, and Much More! Courtesy shuttles and handicapped parking. Drop off area at the entrance.
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.
Buffalo Art and Craft Festival
August 15, 2026
buffalochamber.org/event/arts-craft-festival
(763) 682-4902
Buffalo High School Parking Lot - Buffalo, MN
The Art & Craft Festival will be held at outdoors at the Buffalo High School parking lot due to construction downtown. Over 40 years running and is always a well-attended quality show that brings in guests from all over the state!
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!
August 2026 (dates not updated)
Crosby Heritage Days
Crosby Memorial Park on Serpent Lake, Crosby, MN
Status: Updated 7/10/2025
August 2026 (dates not updated)
Lesueur County Fair
Fairgrounds, Le Center, MN
Status: Updated 7/9/2025
August 2026 (dates not updated)
Ortonville Cornfest
Lakeside Park, Ortonville, MN
Status: Updated 7/17/2025
August 2026 (dates not updated)
Central Saint Louis County Fair
Meadowlands City Park, Meadowlands, MN
Status: Updated 7/6/2025
August 2026 (dates not updated)
Finn Creek Folk Summer Festival
Finn Creek Open Air Museum, New York Mills, MN
Status: Updated 7/11/2025
August 2026 (dates not updated)
Art in Bayfront Park
Bayfront Festival park, Duluth, MN
Status: Updated 11/21/2024
August 2026 (dates not updated)
Ki-Chi-Saga Days
Moberg Park, Paradise Park, Chisago City Mn, MN
Status: Updated 7/14/2025
August 21 - 22, 2026
Sleepy Eye Summerfest
Sleepy Eye, Sleepy Eye, MN
Status: Updated 2/10/2026
August 18 - 23, 2026
Steele County Free Fair
Fairgrounds, Owatonna, MN
Status: Updated 3/3/2026
August 19 - 23, 2026
Itasca County Fair
Itasca County Fairgrounds, Grand Rapids, MN
Status: Updated 2/12/2026
August 2026 (dates not updated)
IFBC Arts and Crafts Fair
Smokey Bear Park, International Falls, MN
Status: Updated 7/15/2025
August 2026 (dates not updated)
Barnesville Potato Days Festival
Downtown, Barnesville, MN
Status: Updated 7/15/2025
August 2026 (dates not updated)
The Tribute Fest
Bayfront Festival Park, Duluth, MN
Status: Updated 7/16/2025
August 2026 (dates not updated)
Gladiolus Days Craft Show
Elementary School Gym, Saint Charles, MN
Status: Updated 8/8/2025
August 2026 (dates not updated)
Traverse County Fair
Fairgrounds, Wheaton, MN
Status: Updated 7/13/2025
August 2026 (dates not updated)
Fine Art Show
Walker Area Community Center, Walker, MN
Status: Updated 7/19/2025
August 2026 (dates not updated)
Woodbury Days
Ojibway Park, Woodbury, MN
Status: Updated 5/13/2025
August 2026 (dates not updated)
Summer Spectacular Car Show
Buck Hill, Burnsville, MN
Status: Updated 7/22/2025
June - August 2026 (dates not updated)
Meet Me Under the Bridge
Heritage Park Under The Bridge, Wabasha, MN
Status: Updated 4/27/2025
August 2026 (dates not updated)
Meet Me Under the Bridge - August
Heritage Park, Wabasha, MN
Status: Updated 6/20/2025
August 1 - 29, 2026
Riverwalk Market Fair - August
Bridge Square, Northfield, MN
Status: Updated 1/16/2026
August 29 - 30, 2026
Stillwater Flea & Crafters Market - August
Washington County Fairgrounds, Stillwater, MN
Status: Updated 2/25/2026
August 2026 (dates not updated)
Wild Rice Days
Downtown, Mcgregor, MN
Status: Updated 7/19/2025
August 30, 2026
Millstream Arts Festival
Downtown, Saint Joseph, MN
Status: Updated 3/26/2026




















