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
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(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
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(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.
July 13 - 14, 2024
Saint Paul Food Truck Festival
Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN
Status: Updated 1/29/2024
July 13 - 14, 2024
Phelps Mill Festival
Phelps Mill County Park, Underwood, MN
Status: Updated 4/11/2024
July 13 - 14, 2024
ArtStock Art, Wine, and Music Festival
Parley Lake Winery, Waconia, MN
Status: Updated 4/23/2024
July 13 - 14, 2024
Arbor Lakes Art Fair
The Shoppes at Arbor Lakes, Maple Grove, MN
Status: Updated 1/10/2024
July 14, 2024
Second Anything Goes Craft & Gift Show
American Legion, Shakopee, MN
Status: Updated 2/14/2024
July 2024 (dates not updated)
Pillager Cass County Fair
Fairgrounds, Pillager, MN
Status: Updated 6/30/2023
July 2024 (dates not updated)
Lakefront Music Fest
Lakefront Park, Prior Lake, MN
Status: Updated 4/20/2023
July 2024 (dates not updated)
Minnesota Scottish Fair and Street Party
Celtic Junction, Saint Paul, MN
Status: Updated 4/4/2023
July 2024 (dates not updated)
Riverside Art in the Park
Ellison Park, Monticello, MN
Status: Updated 5/4/2023
July 2024 (dates not updated)
Bayfront Reggae & World Music Festival
Bayfront Festival Park, Duluth, MN
Status: Updated 5/2/2023
July 2024 (dates not updated)
Med City Sports Card Show
Chip Shots, Rochester, MN
Status: Updated 5/31/2023
July 2024 (dates not updated)
Sinclair Lewis Days
Sinclair Lewis Park, Sauk Centre, MN
Status: Updated 4/25/2023
July 17, 2024
Bean Hole Days and Arts & Crafts Fair
Trailside Park, Pequot Lakes, MN
Status: Updated 3/13/2024
July 17, 2024
Ladies Nite Out Spring Pop-Up
Howard Lake American Legion, Howard Lake, MN
Status: Updated 2/14/2024
July 18 - 20, 2024
Spirit of the Lakes Festival
Surfside Park & Beach, Mound, MN
Status: Updated 4/23/2024
July 18 - 20, 2024
River Lakes Days
River Lakes Civic Arena, Richmond, MN
Status: Updated 4/23/2024
July 18 - 20, 2024
Moondance Jam Rock Festival
Moondance Jam Fairgrounds, Walker, MN
Status: Updated 2/21/2024
July 20, 2024
Hopkins Raspberry Festival
Mainstreet, Hopkins, MN, Hopkins, MN
Status: Updated 3/10/2024
July 20, 2024
Third Summer Fun Has Begun Craft & Gift Show
Montrose Community Center, Montrose, MN
Status: Updated 4/6/2023
July 20, 2024
Eyota Days Street Market
Eyota MN American Legion, Eyota, MN
Status: Updated 4/25/2024
July 17 - 21, 2024
Dodge County Fair
Dodge County Fairgrounds, Kasson, MN
Status: Updated 4/24/2024
July 19 - 21, 2024
Hastings Rivertown Days Festival
Jaycee Park and Downtown, Hastings, MN
Status: Updated 4/25/2024
July 19 - 21, 2024
Minnehaha Falls Art Fair
Minnehaha Falls Park, Minneapolis, MN
Status: Updated 4/24/2024
July 20 - 21, 2024
Stillwater Flea & Crafters Market - July
Washington County Fairgrounds, Stillwater, MN
Status: Updated 1/16/2024