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Minnesota Festivals 2026–2027.

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 530 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.

Featured Events

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.

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.

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Fairs & Festivals in Minnesota 2026–2027

Isanti County Fair
July 2026 (dates not updated)

Isanti County Fair

Fairgrounds, Cambridge, MN

Status: Updated 5/26/2025

This Minnesota State Fair will have commercial/retail and crafts exhibitors, and 27 food booths. There will be 2 stages with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be . Admission tickets are $10.
Maple Grove Days
July 2026 (dates not updated)

Maple Grove Days

Maple Grove Community Center, Maple Grove, MN

Status: Updated 11/12/2024

This Minnesota Festival will have commercial/retail, corp./information and crafts exhibitors, and 20 food booths. There will be 2 stages with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Wed-Thu 8am-8pm; Fri-Sat 8am-11pm; Sun 8am-5pm.
Hastings Rivertown Days Festival
July 2026 (dates not updated)

Hastings Rivertown Days Festival

Jaycee Park and Downtown, Hastings, MN

Status: Updated 6/1/2025

This Minnesota Festival will have commercial/retail, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 20 food booths. There will be 4 stages with National and Regional talent and the hours will be Thu 5pm-11pm; Fri 9am-11pm; Sat-Sun 9am-4pm. Admission tickets are $20.
Bavarian Blast
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.
Garrison Play Days Festival
July 2026 (dates not updated)

Garrison Play Days Festival

Downtown Garrison, Garrison, MN

Status: Updated 6/5/2025

This Minnesota Festival will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 10 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 5pm-12 midnight; Sat 8am-12 midnight; Sun 8am-5:30pm. This event will also include: parade, special events, games, kids area, adult games, car show, sports tournaments.
Minnehaha Falls Art Fair
July 2026 (dates not updated)

Minnehaha Falls Art Fair

Minnehaha Falls Park, Minneapolis, MN

Status: Updated 6/5/2025

This Minnesota Craft Show will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. This event will also include: family/kids area, make and take crafts, music, games, etc.
Stillwater Flea & Crafters Market - July
July 2026 (dates not updated)

Stillwater Flea & Crafters Market - July

Washington County Fairgrounds, Stillwater, MN

Status: Updated 1/28/2025

This Minnesota Flea Market will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, film, fine art, fine craft, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and 4 food booths. This event will also include food trucks.
Watermark Art Festival
July 2026 (dates not updated)

Watermark Art Festival

Library Park and Watermark green space, Bemidji, MN

Status: Updated 10/8/2024

This Minnesota Art Show will have fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 9 food booths. There will be 2 stages with Regional talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-5pm; Sun 10am-4pm. This event will also include: kids free activity space, face painting, artist demos and hands on art for adults.
Rhythm on the Rails - June
June - July 2026 (dates not updated)

Rhythm on the Rails - June

Downtown Shakopee, Shakopee, MN

Status: Updated 5/1/2025

This Minnesota Festival will have antique/collectibles, crafts, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and tba food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional talent and the hours will be . This event will also include kids zone.
Riverwalk Market Fair - July
July 2026 (dates not updated)

Riverwalk Market Fair - July

19 Bridge Square, Northfield, MN

Status: Updated 5/21/2025

This Minnesota Marketplace Expo will have crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths. There will be 2 stages with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be . This event will also include kids' activities.
Fillmore County Fair
July 2026 (dates not updated)

Fillmore County Fair

Fairgrounds, Preston, MN

Status: Updated 6/3/2025

This Minnesota State Fair will have commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, film, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and tba food booths.
July 22 - 26, 2026

Scott County Fair

Scott County Fairgrounds, Jordan, MN

Status: Updated 10/15/2025

This Minnesota State Fair will have commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 32 +/- food booths. There will be 3 stages with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Wed 12pm-12 midnight; Thu-Sat 10am-12 midnight; Sun 10am-7pm. Admission tickets are $10 - $20. This event will also include: draft horse shows, wed. night of destruction, tractor pulls, demo derby, kid's day thurs.
Faribault County Fair
July 2026 (dates not updated)

Faribault County Fair

Fairgrounds, Blue Earth, MN

Status: Updated 5/8/2025

This Minnesota State Fair will have antique/collectibles, corp./information, crafts, film, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 12 food booths. There will be 2 stages with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Wed-Fri 11am-10pm; Sat 11am-8pm. This event will also include: demonstrations, kids day, contests.
Hometown Pride Days
July 2026 (dates not updated)

Hometown Pride Days

Downtown, Cold Spring, MN

Status: Updated 6/10/2025

This Minnesota Festival will have commercial/retail, crafts and fine art exhibitors, and local food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Thu 12pm-7pm; Fri 10am-9pm; Sat 8am-10pm.
Riverboat Days Festival
July 2026 (dates not updated)

Riverboat Days Festival

Heritage Park, Wabasha, MN

Status: Updated 12/29/2024

This Minnesota Festival will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 15 food booths. There will be 1 stage with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Thu 5pm-10pm; Fri-Sat 9am-12 midnight. This event will also include: parade, children's activities, live entertainment, vendor market, car show & more.
Rails to Trails
July 2026 (dates not updated)

Rails to Trails

Highland Park, Watertown, MN

Status: Updated 6/10/2025

This Minnesota Festival will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and tba food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Fri 4pm-10pm; Sat 8am-10pm.
July 25 - 26, 2026

Art in the Park

City Park, Alexandria, MN

Status: Updated 11/19/2025

This Minnesota Craft Show will have antique/collectibles, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 12 food booths. There will be 2 stages with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 9am-5pm; Sun 10am-4pm.
July 25 - 26, 2026

Loring Park Art Festival

Loring Park, Minneapolis, MN

Status: Updated 12/3/2025

This Minnesota Art Show will have fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 12 food booths. There will be Roving Performers with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-6pm; Sun 10am-5pm. This event will also include demonstrations.
July 25 - 26, 2026

Ninety-Second Kolacky Days Bohemian Market

Memorial Park, Montgomery, MN

Status: Updated 10/26/2025

This Minnesota Craft Show will have crafts exhibitors and no food booths. This event will also include: parade - music - car show - 5k - tractor & truck pull, bike race.
Olmsted County Fair
July 2026 (dates not updated)

Olmsted County Fair

Fairgrounds, Rochester, MN

Status: Updated 2/25/2025

This Minnesota State Fair will have commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and tba food booths. There will be 2 stages with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be .
Olivia Corn Capital Days
July 2026 (dates not updated)

Olivia Corn Capital Days

Nester Park, Olivia, MN

Status: Updated 6/8/2025

This Minnesota Festival will have commercial/retail, crafts and fine art exhibitors, and tba food booths. There will be Roving Performers with Regional talent and the hours will be .
Anoka County Fair
July 2026 (dates not updated)

Anoka County Fair

Fairgrounds, Anoka, MN

Status: Updated 3/21/2025

This Minnesota State Fair will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art and flea market exhibitors, and 38 food booths. There will be 3 stages with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be . Admission tickets are $7 - $15. This event will also include: kids' games, contests.
Wright County Fair
July 2026 (dates not updated)

Wright County Fair

Fairgrounds, Howard Lake, MN

Status: Updated 3/21/2025

This Minnesota State Fair will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information and crafts exhibitors, and tba food booths. Admission tickets are $tba.
Marshall County Fair
July 2026 (dates not updated)

Marshall County Fair

Marshall County Fairgrounds, Warren, MN

Status: Updated 10/8/2024

This Minnesota State Fair will have antique/collectibles, corp./information, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 16 food booths. There will be 2 stages with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Wed 6:30pm-10pm; Thu-Sat 9am-10pm; Sun 9am-6pm. This event will also include: horse, dog, cattle, sheep, swine shows, parade, demonstrations.
Cities / Towns
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