The Anderson Center at Tower View is pleased to announce that the 27th annual Minnesota Children's Book Festival will be held on Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. This beloved event features presentations of new books by award-winning authors and illustrators writing for young readers through middle...
Since 1935, Excelsior Apple Days has been a cherished lakeside tradition celebrating the best of our community. Join us on the shores of Lake Minnetonka for a weekend filled with local artists and vendors, live music, family activities, delicious food, apple traditions, and small-town charm. From the street market and...
Sensory Hour: 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. Lights and Sirens: 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Jolly Pops Band: 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. *The Jolly Pops performance is funded by Minnesota's Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund. Location: Woodbury Central Park East Parking Lot (8595 Central Park Pl.) *Parking: Please park in the Alina...
Southwest Farmers Market launched in 2025 as the newest addition to the Neighborhood Roots family of markets. Formerly known as the Fulton Farmers Market, this reimagined and relocated market was created to better reflect and serve the diverse neighborhoods of South Minneapolis. Nestled near Minnehaha Creek, the market’s namesake bridge...
In 2003, CNO began the Midtown Farmers Market with the help of numerous community partners and volunteers. Our market strives to value community, equitable access, alongside local cooperation, and collaboration. Each year an estimated 55,000 people visit the market, and in 2006, we became the first farmers market to accept...
The Northeast Minneapolis Farmers Market is open rain or shine in the parking lot of St. Boniface Church, located at the corner of University Avenue NE and 7th Avenue NE in Minneapolis. Market Hours Saturdays, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. May 9 through October 10, rain or shine Getting Here...
Bayport Derby Days is in Bayport, Minnesota, the free family-friendly event features a duck race derby, a pet parade, vintage baseball, live music, food trucks, and fireworks over the St. Croix River. Friday September 18th 5-10pm Party at the Park with Good For Gary! Live Music • Food Trucks •...
Art Play! is your chance to experiment—a different medium each month—on the first and third Saturday of the month. Go on a scavenger hunt to find works in that medium in Mia’s collection, then make your own artwork in our studios. No prompts, no rules, just play. Art Play! is...
This is a free, limited-space event for the community to learn more about the aviation industry. The content of GIAD is geared toward girls ages 8 to 17, but everyone is welcome to attend! Bring your family, friends, troop, and group to learn more about STEM and aviation careers, including...
A large, annual art crawl throughout the Longfellow neighborhood of South Minneapolis.
Art High-quality original art: painting, photography, pottery, jewelry, wood carving, basketry Books Local authors sign and sell their books: children's, romance, thrillers, fantasy, mystery, nonfiction Music Free music throughout the day FoodArtisan food vendors food trucks
Considered to be one of the finest art festivals south of the river, the Lakeville Art Festival is held the third weekend in September in historic downtown Lakeville, Minnesota on the grounds of the Lakeville Area Arts Center. Featuring 100+ juried artists on the park-like grounds using a unique circular...
Join us for the 8th Annual St. Louis Park Art Fair! Celebrate community and shop local artist and maker booths, enjoying a variety of events and activities for the whole family. About the Art Fair The St. Louis Park Art Fair is made possible by a partnership between Friends of...
FREE EVENT: Experience the Magic of Art on The Edge Festival 2026 near the Iconic Stone Arch Bridge! Join us for a full day of art, creativity, and soulful connection at the 5th Annual Art on The Edge Festival, now taking place next to the stunning Father Hennepin Bluff Park,...
We’re back! For 16 years GVCF's Golden Valley Arts & Music Festival was the premier event of the year. It is now the Golden Valley Festival! With so many great bands, artists, activities, food trucks, beer, wine and more, it's the can't-miss fall festival for everyone in Golden Valley...