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Minnesota Festivals, Craft Shows, Family & Kids Festivals, 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 511 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.

Featured Events

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.

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.

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!

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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Fairs & Festivals in Minnesota 2026–2027

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.
July 22 - 26, 2026

Marshall County Fair

Marshall County Fairgrounds, Warren, MN

Status: Updated 1/5/2026

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.
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.
July 24 - 26, 2026

Chaska River City Days

Chaska Lions Park, Chaska, MN

Status: Updated 4/16/2026

This Minnesota Festival will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, film, fine art, fine craft, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and 30 food booths. There will be 2 stages with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be . This event will also include: parade, kid's zone, contests, live bands, craft fair, non-profit organizations, bingo.
July 24 - 26, 2026

Waterama City Park Boardwalk Sales

Glenwood City Park, Glenwood, MN

Status: Updated 2/10/2026

This Minnesota Craft Show will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, crafts, fine art, fine craft, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional talent and the hours will be Fri-Sun 10am-5pm. This event will also include: parade, water ski show, kids games, pie eating contest, pancake breakfast, coronation.
July 24 - 26, 2026

Slice of Shoreview

Island Lake County Park, Shoreview, MN

Status: Updated 3/10/2026

This Minnesota Festival will have commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 20 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 4pm-10pm; Sat 10am-10pm; Sun 10am-4pm. This event will also include: carnival, fireworks, car show, bingo.
July 24 - 26, 2026

Ely's Blueberry Arts Festival

Whiteside Park, Ely, MN

Status: Updated 3/26/2026

This Minnesota Craft Show will have crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 19 food booths.
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 1/12/2026

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.
July 26, 2026

Detroit Lakes Art in the Park

City Park, Detroit Lakes, MN

Status: Updated 1/13/2026

This Minnesota Craft Show will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 5 food booths.
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.
Hoyt Lakes Water Carnival
July 2026 (dates not updated)

Hoyt Lakes Water Carnival

The Midway, Hoyt Lakes, MN

Status: Updated 1/19/2025

This Minnesota Family & Kids Festival will have commercial/retail, corp./information and crafts exhibitors, and 15 food booths. There will be 2 stages with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be . Admission tickets are $10. This event will also include: parade, water ski show, kids' games and races, softball.
East Otter Tail County Fair
July 2026 (dates not updated)

East Otter Tail County Fair

Fairgrounds, Perham, MN

Status: Updated 5/8/2025

This Minnesota State Fair will have commercial/retail, corp./information and crafts exhibitors, and tba food booths. There will be 2 stages with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Thu 12pm-1am; Fri-Sat 11am-1am; Sun 11am-6pm. This event will also include: demo derby, 2 tractor/pick-up pulls, carnival.
Houston Hoedown Days Craft & Flea Market
July 2026 (dates not updated)

Houston Hoedown Days Craft & Flea Market

Houston City Park, Houston, MN

Status: Updated 6/17/2025

This Minnesota Flea Market will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, crafts, fine art, fine craft, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and local food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Fri 3pm-12 midnight; Sat 9am-12 midnight; Sun 9am-4:30pm. Admission tickets are $15 - $20.
Waconia Wine Country Festival
July 2026 (dates not updated)

Waconia Wine Country Festival

Waconia Wineries, Waconia, MN

Status: Updated 6/11/2025

This Minnesota Wine-Beer Event will have no exhibit booths and tba food booths. There will be 3 stages with Local talent and the hours will be Sat-Sun 11am-6pm. Admission tickets are $50. This event will also include wine festival.
Marketfest
June - July 2026 (dates not updated)

Marketfest

Downtown, White Bear Lake, MN

Status: Updated 4/25/2025

This Minnesota Festival will have antique/collectibles, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 20 food booths. There will be 2 stages with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be .
July 31 - August 1, 2026

Minneapolis Dollhouse and Miniature Show

New Brighton Community Center, New Brighton, MN

Status: Updated 3/4/2026

This Minnesota Antiques Collectibles Show will have crafts and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $5. This event will also include classes and make and takes.
Jackson County Fair
July - August 2026 (dates not updated)

Jackson County Fair

Jackson County Fairgrounds, Jackson, MN

Status: Updated 6/8/2025

This Minnesota State Fair will have crafts exhibitors and 12 food booths. There will be 2 stages with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be .
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