Minnesota Festivals, Family & Kids Festivals, Craft Shows, Art Shows 2026–2027.

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!

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.

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!

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