Minnesota Cultural Fairs & Festivals
20 cultural events across Minnesota for 2026.
RecurringIn 8 daysTwin Cities Irish Fest
Minnesota's largest Irish cultural festival, formerly the Irish Fair of Minnesota, held free on Harriet Island with Celtic music, dance, sport, and heritage along the Mississippi River.
4.1(9)In 16 daysBuffalo Arts and Crafts Festival
A craft fair in Buffalo.
Recurring4.6(6358)Minnesota Renaissance Festival
One of the country's largest Renaissance fairs, drawing more than 300,000 visitors to a re-created 16th-century village over seven late-summer weekends with full-combat jousting, 16 stages of entertainment, and 250-plus artisan vendors.
4.6(6358)MN Summer Renaissance Festival
Journey back in time to the 16th Century European Village.
4.7(361)Minnesota Summer Renaissance Festival
Journey back in time to the 16th Century European Village.
4.7(304)MN Renaissance Festival
Journey back in time to the 16th Century European Village.
RecurringDefeat of Jesse James Days
One of Minnesota's largest outdoor festivals, marking the town's 1876 defeat of the James-Younger gang with daily bank-raid reenactments, a rodeo, parades, carnival, and arts and crafts.
Elys Fall Harvest Moon Festival
It will host an array of artists and crafters selling one-of-a-kind art, pottery, woodcrafts, and much more.
4(2)Edina Fall into the Arts Festival
A craft fair in Edina.
4.8(25)Northfield Riverfront Festival
A craft fair in Northfield.
4.6(29)Hutchinson Arts and Crafts Festival
A craft fair in Hutchinson.
4.7(361)Shakopee Renaissance Festival
Journey back in time to the 16th Century European Village.
3.8(15)Apple Valley Fall Festival Craft and Gift Expo
It will host a group of vendors including handmade crafters, up cyclers, artists, bakers, small and home based businesses, direct sales reps and photographers who will sell their unique and quality wares.
4.7(304)Minnesota Fall Renaissance Festival
Journey back in time to the 16th Century European Village.
Anoka Fall Festival
A craft fair in Anoka.
4.7(19)Red Wing Arts Fall Festival
It will host more than 100 artists who will showcase and sell their original works of art in various categories, including ceramics, fiber, glass, jewelry, leather, metal, mixed media, painting, photography, printmaking and wood.
3.9(48)Isanti Fall Festival
It will feature vendor shopping, food, and family fun.
4.6(103)Glencoes Holiday Craft And Vendor Festival
A craft fair in Glencoe.
RecurringSaint Paul Winter Carnival
The oldest winter festival in the U.S., a St.
RecurringInternational Festival of Minnesota
A celebration of Minnesota's cultural diversity at the Saint Paul RiverCentre, gathering more than 60 nations and ethnic communities.
Frequently asked questions
How many cultural festivals are there in Minnesota?
Our directory lists 28 cultural festivals across Minnesota for the 2026 season, including Winstock Country Music Festival, Minnesota Summer Renaissance Festival and Shakopee Renaissance Festival.
When is the best time for cultural festivals in Minnesota?
Minnesota's cultural festivals cluster in September and June — that's when you'll find the most to choose from.
What are the most popular cultural festivals in Minnesota?
By Google review score, Winstock Country Music Festival in Winsted ranks among the most popular, with a 4.7-star rating from 449 reviews.