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 567 events range from the quirky to the quintessential. The three biggest are: Minnesota State Fair, Uptown Art Fair 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.
Eden Prairie Schooner Days
May 31 - June 2, 2024
Eden Prairie Schooner Days
(612) 386-9309
Round Lake Park, Eden Prairie, MN. Shuttles available - Eden Prairie, MN
Family-Friendly Market Fair! Commercial products, Crafts, Flea market items, 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, Ice Cold Beer, Wine, Seltzers, Pull Tabs Under the Big Top, and Much More! Courtesy shuttles and handicapped parking. Drop off area at the entrance.
ArtBlast
June 24 - 30, 2024
rosemountarts.com/artblast-2024
(952) 737-7887
Steeple Center, Rosemount Central Park, and others - Rosemount, MN
ArtBlast is a seven-day celebration of the arts, sponsored by the Rosemount Area Arts Council. ArtBlast is designed to provide Rosemount and the surrounding communities with the opportunity to experience many kinds of art in a single, art-filled week. The ArtBlast experience will include daily and nightly entertainment, performing arts, art exhibits, arts and crafts activities, a photo contest, and theater. New this year will be a Quilt and Fiber Art Show, and "Let's Play! Play in a Day; for 3rd - 6th graders ($25.) Most of the events take place at the Rosemount Central Park or the Steeple Center. Most of the events are FREE.
Ely's Blueberry Arts Festival
July 26 - 28, 2024
ely.org/events/annual-events-and-festivals/..
(218) 365-6123
Whiteside Park - Ely, MN
Welcome to Ely's Signature Summer event! Now in its 45th year, this is the premiere festival of the region and draws over 40,000 people to shop the unique hand-crafted items and indulge in delectable foods. This festival features the work of more than 250 quality art, craft, and marketplace vendors. Take a break from shopping, relax in our beer tent, and enjoy a blueberry beer.
Ely's Harvest Moon Festival
September 6 - 8, 2024
ely.org/events/annual-events-and-festivals/..
(218) 365-6123
Whiteside Park - Ely, MN
The Harvest Moon Festival features 125 artists and crafters. Select from functional and decorative pottery, hand-turned wooden bowls, beadwork, paintings, leather, and more. Select from a wide variety of items from the food court. Fall is a beautiful time of year to come to Ely.
Long Prairie Arts and Crafts Show and Sell
November 30, 2024
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(320) 732-2514
LPGE Secondary School - Long Prairie, MN
Annual Arts & Crafts Show in Long Prairie. The event is in a modern school. All booths are in the gym and commons. No hallways. No Steps. Concession stand all day. Great attendance. Free coffee. Free parking. Free admission. A local favorite event, drawing attendance from a large area.
June 2024 (dates not updated)
Windom Riverfest
Various Locations, Windom, MN
Status: Updated 3/20/2023
June 12 - 15, 2024
Kick'N Up Kountry Music Festival
Wagon Wheel Ridge, Karlstad, MN
Status: Updated 3/28/2024
June 13 - 15, 2024
The Minnesota Quilt Show
Duluth Entertainment Convention Center, Duluth, MN
Status: Updated 3/27/2024
June 14 - 15, 2024
Wild West Show
El Rancho Manana, Richmond, MN
Status: Updated 4/3/2024
June 15, 2024
Fourth June-Tastic Craft & Gift Show
Howard Lake American Legion, Howard Lake, MN
Status: Updated 2/14/2024
June 15, 2024
GCBB Summer Celebration
Pantown Park, Saint Cloud, MN
Status: Updated 3/22/2024
June 15, 2024
Art in the Park
Sylvan Park, Lanesboro, MN
Status: Updated 4/2/2024
June 15, 2024
Food Truck Extravaganza
Washington County Fairgrounds, Stillwater, MN
Status: Updated 4/2/2024
June 15, 2024
Milwaukee Road Heritage Center Festival
Downtown at Train Depot, Montevideo, MN
Status: Updated 4/2/2024
June 15, 2024
Third Summer Vendo-Rama Craft & Gift Show
Minnetonka American Legion Post 398, Mound, MN
Status: Updated 2/14/2024
June 15, 2024
Northern Minnesota Craft and Vendor Expo
Uptown Mall, Virginia, MN
Status: Updated 4/22/2024
June 12 - 16, 2024
Turtle Fest
Downtown, Perham, MN
Status: Updated 1/24/2024
June 12 - 16, 2024
Winona Steamboat Days
Levee Park and Patio, Winona, MN
Status: Updated 4/5/2024
June 15 - 16, 2024
Stone Arch Bridge Festival
Minneapolis Riverfront, Minneapolis, MN
Status: Updated 3/6/2024
June 15 - 16, 2024
Land of the Loon Arts and Crafts Festival
Olcott Park, Virginia, MN
Status: Updated 1/31/2024
June 2024 (dates not updated)
Manitou Days Beach Dance
Memorial Beach, White Bear Lake, MN
Status: Updated 3/8/2023
June 2024 (dates not updated)
Moondance Country Music Weekend
Moondance Jam Fairgrounds, Walker, MN
Status: Updated 2/23/2023
June 2024 (dates not updated)
Artsplash Art Fair
South Central Collage Campus, North Mankato, MN
Status: Updated 3/22/2023
May 17 - June 21, 2024
Art of Possibilities Show & Sale
Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute, Minneapolis, MN Or Online at courageart.org/shop
Status: Updated 3/30/2022
June 19 - 22, 2024
Norman County Fair
Fairgrounds, Ada, MN
Status: Updated 3/4/2024
June 21 - 22, 2024
Solstice Outdoor Music Festival
TBA, Mankato, MN
Status: Updated 2/17/2024
June 22, 2024
Hopkins Food Truck Festival
Downtown Hopkins, Hopkins, MN
Status: Updated 1/29/2024
June 22, 2024
Midsommar Dag
Gammelgarden Museum of Scandia, Scandia, MN
Status: Updated 9/12/2023
June 2024 (dates not updated)
Spring Art Expo
Downtown, Cook, MN
Status: Updated 4/6/2023