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Minnesota Festivals, Holiday Celebrations, Craft Shows, Vendor Events 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 519 events range from the quirky to the quintessential. The three biggest are: Minnesota State Fair, Minnesota Renaissance Festival and Edina Art Fair. 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.

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November 7, 2026

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Clara City High School, Catholic Church, City Hall - Clara City, MN

This is a Fantastic show. Extensively advertised via newspaper, Radio, postcards, and social media. Buildings are filled with vendors and motor coach buses run between all locations. Food available Catholic Church and at the High School, Kettle Korn at City Hall.

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Fairs & Festivals in Minnesota 2026–2027

Houston County Fair
August 2027 (dates not updated)

Houston County Fair

Houston County Fairgrounds, Caledonia, MN

Status: Updated 6/22/2026

This Minnesota State Fair will have commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 5 food booths. There will be 2 stages with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be .
McLeod County Fair
August 2027 (dates not updated)

McLeod County Fair

McLoed County Fairgrounds, Hutchinson, MN

Status: Updated 6/9/2026

This Minnesota State Fair will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art, fine craft, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and tba food booths. There will be 3 stages with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be . Admission tickets are $7 - $30.
Lesueur County Free Fair
August 2027 (dates not updated)

Lesueur County Free Fair

Fairgrounds, Le Center, MN

Status: Updated 7/2/2026

This Minnesota State Fair will have commercial/retail and crafts exhibitors, and tba food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Thu 8:30am-9:30pm; Fri-Sat 9am-9:30pm; Sun 9am-6pm. This event will also include: demolition derby, tractor pull.
Ki-Chi-Saga Days
August 2027 (dates not updated)

Ki-Chi-Saga Days

Moberg Park, Paradise Park, Chisago City Mn, MN

Status: Updated 8/3/2026

This Minnesota Festival will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 7 food booths. There will be 2 stages with Regional talent and the hours will be . This event will also include: fireworks, parade, childrens area, fishing contest, dance in evening.
Ortonville Cornfest
August 2027 (dates not updated)

Ortonville Cornfest

Lakeside Park, Ortonville, MN

Status: Updated 7/28/2026

This Minnesota Festival will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, crafts, fine art and flea market exhibitors, and 12 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 5pm-12 midnight; Sat 10am-12 midnight; Sun 10am-5pm. This event will also include: 5k & 10k races, parade, games, breakfast, kids' activities.
Finn Creek Folk Summer Festival
August 2027 (dates not updated)

Finn Creek Folk Summer Festival

Finn Creek Open Air Museum, New York Mills, MN

Status: Updated 7/31/2026

This Minnesota Ethnic Music Festival will have crafts and fine craft exhibitors, and tba food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be . Admission tickets are $5.
Summer Spectacular Car Show
August 2027 (dates not updated)

Summer Spectacular Car Show

Buck Hill, Burnsville, MN

Status: Updated 8/2/2026

This Minnesota Boat Auto Camping Show will have commercial/retail, crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $5.
Meet Me Under the Bridge - August
August 2027 (dates not updated)

Meet Me Under the Bridge - August

Heritage Park, Wabasha, MN

Status: Updated 7/2/2026

This Minnesota Festival Concert will have no exhibit booths and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be .
Riverwalk Market Fair - August
August 2027 (dates not updated)

Riverwalk Market Fair - August

Bridge Square, Northfield, MN

Status: Updated 1/16/2026

This Minnesota Marketplace Expo will have crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 2 food booths. There will be 2 stages with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 9am-1pm; Sun-Fri closed. This event will also include: kids' activities, demonstrations.
IFBC Arts and Crafts Fair
August 2027 (dates not updated)

IFBC Arts and Crafts Fair

Smokey Bear Park, International Falls, MN

Status: Updated 8/10/2026

This Minnesota Craft Show will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, film, fine art, fine craft and flea market exhibitors, and 11 food booths.
The Tribute Fest
August 2027 (dates not updated)

The Tribute Fest

Bayfront Festival Park, Duluth, MN

Status: Updated 8/9/2026

This Minnesota Music Festival will have no exhibit booths and 5 food booths. There will be 1 stage with National and Regional talent and the hours will be Fri 12pm-11pm; Sat 11am-11pm. Admission tickets are $35 - $250.
The Lakes Bluegrass Festival
August 2027 (dates not updated)

The Lakes Bluegrass Festival

Lakes Music and Events Park, Backus, MN

Status: Updated 6/9/2026

This Minnesota Bluegrass Festival will have no exhibit booths and 6 food booths. There will be 2 stages with National and Regional talent and the hours will be . Admission tickets are $10 - $100. This event will also include: camping, jamming, workshops, dances.
Traverse County Fair
August 2027 (dates not updated)

Traverse County Fair

Fairgrounds, Wheaton, MN

Status: Updated 8/9/2026

This Minnesota State Fair will have antique/collectibles and commercial/retail exhibitors, and 8 food booths. There will be 2 stages with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Thu 9am-10pm; Fri 9am-1am; Sat 8am-1am; Sun 8am-9pm. Admission tickets are $5 - $10.
Fine Art Show
August 2027 (dates not updated)

Fine Art Show

Walker Area Community Center, Walker, MN

Status: Updated 8/9/2026

This Minnesota Art Show will have fine art exhibitors and no food booths.
American Pottery Festival
August 2027 (dates not updated)

American Pottery Festival

Northern Clay Center, Minneapolis, MN

Status: Updated 8/17/2026

This Minnesota Art Show will have fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $5 - $100. This event will also include: lecture, workshops, slide talks, opening night party, sales.
Woodbury Days
August 2027 (dates not updated)

Woodbury Days

Ojibway Park, Woodbury, MN

Status: Updated 4/30/2026

This Minnesota Festival will have commercial/retail and corp./information exhibitors, and 22 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Fri 4pm-10:30pm; Sat 9:30am-10:30pm; Sun 9:30am-5pm. This event will also include: fireworks, bingo, children's entertianment, car show, parade.
Stillwater Flea & Crafters Market - August
August 2027 (dates not updated)

Stillwater Flea & Crafters Market - August

Washington County Fairgrounds, Stillwater, MN

Status: Updated 2/25/2026

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.
Millstream Arts Festival
August 2027 (dates not updated)

Millstream Arts Festival

Downtown, Saint Joseph, MN

Status: Updated 3/26/2026

This Minnesota Art Show will have fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and tba food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional talent and the hours will be Sun 11am-5pm. This event will also include kids' hands-on art.
Lakeside Concert Series
June - September 2027 (dates not updated)

Lakeside Concert Series

Hackensack City Park Pavilion, Hackensack, MN

Status: Updated 11/18/2025

This Minnesota Festival Concert will have no exhibit booths and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be .
Wild Rice Days
September 2027 (dates not updated)

Wild Rice Days

Downtown, Mcgregor, MN

Status: Updated 7/9/2026

This Minnesota Craft Show will have crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 10 food booths. There will be 2 stages with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-5pm.
Minnesota State Fair
August - September 2027 (dates not updated)

Minnesota State Fair

Minnesota State Fairgrounds, Saint Paul, MN

Status: Updated 11/4/2025

This Minnesota State Fair will have commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 300 food booths. There will be 10 stages with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be . Admission tickets are $15. This event will also include: parade, midway, livestock exhibits, horse shows, demonstrations, contests, kids area.
City Wide Garage Sale
September 2027 (dates not updated)

City Wide Garage Sale

Citywide, Saint Francis, MN

Status: Updated 8/13/2026

This Minnesota Flea Market will have antique/collectibles and flea market exhibitors, and no food booths. This event will also include yard sales and garage sales all over town.
Autumn Boutique
September 2027 (dates not updated)

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.
Osseo Lions Roar
September 2027 (dates not updated)

Osseo Lions Roar

Downtown, Osseo, MN

Status: Updated 7/23/2026

This Minnesota Festival will have crafts and fine craft exhibitors, and local food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 4pm-11pm; Sat 9am-11pm. This event will also include: street dance, carnival, parade.
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