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Minnesota Festivals, Family & Kids Festivals, Craft Shows, Art Shows 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

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!

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.

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

June 24 - 28, 2026

Willmar Fest

Various Locations, Willmar, MN

Status: Updated 6/10/2026

This Minnesota Family & Kids Festival will have fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and tba food booths. Admission tickets are $1 - $10.
June 25 - 28, 2026

Water Ski Days

Various Locations, Lake City, MN

Status: Updated 5/24/2026

This Minnesota Festival will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 10+ food booths. There will be 1 stage with National and Regional talent and the hours will be .
June 25 - 28, 2026

Todd County Fair

Fairgrounds, Long Prairie, MN

Status: Updated 5/29/2026

This Minnesota State Fair will have antique/collectibles, crafts, fine art, fine craft, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and 6 food booths. There will be 2 stages with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be .
June 25 - 28, 2026

Melrose Riverfest

Sauk River Park, Melrose, MN

Status: Updated 5/28/2026

This Minnesota Festival will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art, fine craft, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $tba.
June 25 - 28, 2026

Valley Daze Craft Fair

Downtown, Eden Valley, MN

Status: Updated 5/31/2026

This Minnesota Craft Show will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, crafts, fine art, fine craft, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and 8 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional talent and the hours will be Thu-Sun 8am-4pm.
June 25 - 28, 2026

Water Tower Festival

Courthouse Square, Pipestone, MN

Status: Updated 6/19/2026

This Minnesota Festival will have antique/collectibles, crafts, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and 10 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Thu 5pm-8pm; Fri 11am-3pm; Sat 9am-3pm; Sun 10am-3pm. This event will also include: parade, youth baseball tournament, inflatables, street dance (friday night)
June 26 - 28, 2026

Henderson Sauerkraut Days

Bender Park, Henderson, MN

Status: Updated 5/28/2026

This Minnesota Festival will have no exhibit booths and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be .
June 27 - 28, 2026

Stillwater Flea & Crafters Market - June

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.
June 27 - 28, 2026

Park Point Art Fair

Park Point Recreation Area, Duluth, MN

Status: Updated 2/4/2026

This Minnesota Art Show will have fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 6 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be . This event will also include art making activities.
June 27 - 28, 2026

Afton Strawberry Festival & Marketplace

Afton Town Square Park, Afton, MN

Status: Updated 9/9/2025

This Minnesota Festival will have antique/collectibles, corp./information, crafts, fine art, fine craft and flea market exhibitors, and 9 food booths. There will be 2 stages with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-5pm; Sun 10am-4pm. This event will also include: demos, strawberry shortcake eating contest, petting zoo, bounce houses.
June 27 - 28, 2026

Wayzata Art Experience

Lake Street, Wayzata, MN

Status: Updated 3/26/2026

This Minnesota Art Show will have fine art exhibitors and 7 food booths. There will be Roving Performers with International and Local talent and the hours will be . This event will also include: artist demonstations, children's activites and strolling musicians.
May 26 - July 3, 2026

Art of Possibilities Show & Sale

Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute, Minneapolis, MN

Status: Updated 1/13/2026

This Minnesota Craft Show will have fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths.
June 18 - July 4, 2026

White Bear Lake Manitou Days

White Bear Lake, Saint Paul, MN

Status: Updated 5/28/2026

This Minnesota Festival will have crafts, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be . This event will also include: parade, beach dance, fishing tournaments, family fun night, classic boat show, marketfest.
July 1 - 4, 2026

Cannon Valley Fair

Fairgrounds, Cannon Falls, MN

Status: Updated 4/21/2026

This Minnesota State Fair will have commercial/retail, corp./information and crafts exhibitors, and tba food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Wed, Fri 9am-12 midnight; Thu 10am-12 midnight; Sat 8am-11pm. Admission tickets are $7 - $15.
July 3 - 4, 2026

Old Fashioned Fourth of July

Various Locations, Blooming Prairie, MN

Status: Updated 4/21/2026

This Minnesota Holiday Celebration will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and local food booths. Admission tickets are $1 - $10.
July 3 - 4, 2026

Pequot Lakes Stars & Stripes Days

Trailside Park, Pequot Lakes, MN

Status: Updated 4/23/2026

This Minnesota Holiday Celebration will have antique/collectibles, crafts, fine art, fine craft, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and 6 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Fri 4pm-10pm; Sat 7am-2pm. This event will also include: parade, fireworks, music and craft fair, kids activity corner, kiddie parade.
July 4, 2026

City of Duluth Fourth Fest

Bayfront Festival Park, Duluth, MN

Status: Updated 6/25/2026

This Minnesota Holiday Celebration will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 25 food booths. There will be 1 stage with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 1:30pm-11pm. Admission tickets are $. This event will also include fireworks.
July 4, 2026

Lakefest

Clear Lake Park, Waseca, MN

Status: Updated 6/26/2026

This Minnesota Festival will have commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts and flea market exhibitors, and 7 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 12pm-10:30pm.
July 2 - 5, 2026

South Saint Louis County Fair

South Saint Louis County Fair, Duluth, MN

Status: Updated 4/20/2026

This Minnesota State Fair will have crafts exhibitors and tba food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Thu-Sat 8am-10pm; Sun 8am-6pm. Admission tickets are $5 - $15.
July 3 - 5, 2026

Spicer Fourth of July

City-Wide, Spicer, MN

Status: Updated 3/31/2026

This Minnesota Holiday Celebration will have commercial/retail, crafts and fine craft exhibitors, and 3 food booths. This event will also include: street dance, fireworks, parade, boat races, baseball tournaments, softball tournamnets.
Starbuck Heritage Days Craft Show
July 2026 (dates not updated)

Starbuck Heritage Days Craft Show

Downtown, City Park and Airport, Starbuck, MN

Status: Updated 5/18/2025

This Minnesota Craft Show will have crafts exhibitors and tba food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional talent and the hours will be Sat 9am-3pm.
July 8 - 9, 2026

Downtown Duluth Days

Downtown, Duluth, MN

Status: Updated 4/22/2026

This Minnesota Festival will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 13 food booths. There will be Roving Performers with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Wed 10am-8pm; Thu 10am-5pm.
July 9, 2026

Luverne's Hot Dog Nite

Main Street, Luverne, MN

Status: Updated 4/22/2026

This Minnesota Family & Kids Festival will have no exhibit booths and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Thu 5:30pm-9pm. This event will also include: weiner dog races, pie social, dancing,athletic demonstrations, hot dog nite triathlon.
July 8 - 11, 2026

Aitkin County Fair

Aitkin County Fairgrounds, Aitkin, MN

Status: Updated 6/25/2026

This Minnesota State Fair will have crafts exhibitors and tba food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Wed 8am-9pm; Thu-Fri 8am-11pm; Sat 8am-7pm.
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