Event highlights this week include:
Sept. 13-14, Worthington
King Turkey Day
Sept. 13-14, St. Paul
St. Paul Oktoberfest
Sept. 14, Wadena
Minnesota Salsa Fest
Sept. 12-28, Longville, Hackensack, Remer and Walker
Fall Has It All
Sept. 14, Finland
Harvest Booya & Finnfest
Southern Minnesota
Sept. 13-14, Worthington
King Turkey Day
Don't miss the 80th Annual King Turkey Day Festival! Highlights include midway rides and games, Monster Screen movie, nearly 20 food vendors, beer gardens, BBQ Cook-off, King Turkey Day 10K/5K Race & 5K Walk, free pancake breakfast, the King Turkey Day Grande Parade and more. The highlight of the Festival, the Great Gobbler Gallop, will feature race teams herding their star athletes (wild turkeys) down Main Street! Downtown Worthington. 507-372-2919
Sept. 14, Waseca
Fall Fest
Farmamerica's annual fall festival has lots of demonstrations of old and new farm equipment, as well as farm animals, a Vendor Fair, Corn Maze, scavenger hunts with prizes, farm equipment displays, live blacksmithing demos, the Prairie Fairy, old-fashioned school-yard games, live music and a great food vendor. Farmamerica. 507-835-2052
Sept. 14, St. James
Multicultural Fiesta
The 2nd Annual Multi-Cultural Fiesta is a family-oriented event celebrating various cultures, with food vendors, exhibitors, live music and dancers representing many nationalities. This date coincides with Mexican Independence Day which celebrates Mexico's independence from Spain. Baileys Restaurant and Bar. 507-375-3333
Sept. 19-22, La Crescent
AppleFest
AppleFest is an annual apple festival celebrating the apple industry and the history of this community. Enjoy live entertainment, an arts and craft show, car show, flea market, golf tournament, and lots of apple pies and apple treats! Orchard tours will be offered on Saturday afternoon, and the King Apple Parade will be held Sunday afternoon. Abnet Field. 507-895-2800
Sept. 20-22, Mankato
Mahkato Wacipi
Native Americans from a number of tribes gather each September in Mankato’s Land of Memories Park, where the Dakota people held many ceremonies and gatherings before the US-Dakota War of 1862. The conflict resulted in the execution of 38 Dakota warriors in Mankato on December 26, 1862. In keeping with the theme of reconciliation, visitors and participants, native and non-native alike, are welcome to attend. This three-day event includes the beautiful regalia of the dancers, traditional music, delicious foods and beautiful crafts. Land of Memories Park. 507-514-5088
Sept. 26-29, Winona
Boats and Bluegrass Festival
Check out a huge line-up of great acts performing at a great location on the Mississippi River, with camping less than 50 yards from the venue. This family-friendly festival features both non-stop by more than 40 national and local bands including Charlie Parr, Horseshoes & Hand Grenades, Shook Twins, Pert Near Sandstone, Dustbowl Revival, Lindsay Lou, Jacob Joliff and more. Enjoy a fun, safe and family-friendly camping experience like no other! Prairie Island Campground. 507-452-0735
Minneapolis-St. Paul Area
Aug. 17 - Sept 29 (Saturdays, Sundays, Festival Friday & Labor Day), Shakopee
The Minnesota Renaissance Festival
King Henry and his royal court invite one and all to his 16th Century European village featuring 16 stages of exciting entertainment. Over 250 artisans fill the Festival Marketplace to display and sell their handcrafted wares for a truly unique shopping experience. Patrons can interact with hundreds of memorable characters roaming the village streets as well as view live armored jousting throughout the day. The Minnesota Renaissance Festival is the largest Renaissance Festival in the United States with an annual attendance of roughly 300,000! Renaissance Festival Grounds. 952-445-7361
Sept. 12-22, St. Paul
David Dimitri's L'Homme Cirque
"L'homme Cirque" is an innovative combination of acrobatics, music and dance, performed by famous Swiss circus artist, David Dimitri, who is also known as the "Lord of the Wire" (New York Times). Circus Juventas. 651-699-8229
Sept. 13-14, St. Paul
St. Paul Oktoberfest
The St. Paul Oktoberfest is considered to be Minnesota's most authentic Oktoberfest! Festivities begin with a horse-delivered keg of beer followed by a keg tapping ceremony to officially kick-off Oktoberfest. Enjoy great food and refreshments, live music and entertainment both days. On Saturday, don't miss the Dachshund races and traditional Steinheben (stone lifting) competition. Historic Schmidt Brewery. 651-222-7027
Sept. 13-14, Minneapolis
Hullabaloo 2019
This annual fall festival returns with hot tunes, fresh beer and delicious food. This year's lineup includes the funky, rock, pop and hip-hop sounds of 11 carefully curated DJs and bands. A throwback edition of Transmission with DJ Jake Rudh starts off the weekend with a dance party on Friday, followed by a full day of music on Saturday including Nur-D, with his full band, and Kiss the Tiger. Indeed Brewing Company. 612-843-5090
Sept. 14, St. Louis Park
St. Louis Park Art Fair
The St. Louis Park Art Fair will showcase handmade items by more than 60 Minnesota artists selling jewelry, ceramics, paintings and much more. Grab a bite to eat from one of the local food trucks and take part in a community art project. The ROC at the St. Louis Park Recreation Center. 612-226-5900
Sept. 14, Minneapolis
The Minnesota All Star Craft Beer, Wine & Cocktail Festival
Target Field, home of the Minnesota Twins, will host Minnesota's largest and most popular craft beer, wine and cocktail festival ever! Choose from two different sessions for the ultimate sampling experience. Guests will be treated to unlimited samples of hundreds of amazing craft beer, wine, and cocktail brands from around the world that will be showcased throughout the ballpark, enjoy multiple live entertainment & DJ's, receive a keepsake sampling glass, enjoy tons of games (think giant Jenga, Connect Four, Cornhole, Hula Hooping, and much more), receive tickets to a 2019 Twins game*, a free ride to/from the festival from MetroTransit, free admission to the official after party at The Pourhouse after Session 2, sampling glasses, giveaways, activities, other all-star product vendors, and expedited super-quick entry through the gates! Target Field. 215-754-4158
Sept. 14, Maple Grove
Concert on the Lawn
Featuring four bands on one outdoor stage, Concert on the Lawn is the Northwest Metro’s newest live music event! The line-up includes The Gear Daddies, New Power Generation, The 4onthefloor, and Kat Perkins. In addition, all is held in an award-winning park setting with multiple food trucks and cold beverage options. Central Park. 763-494-5824
Sept. 14, Waconia
Nickle Dickle Day
Nickle Dickle Day is a one day craft fair with live music, 5 & 10K fun runs, classic car & truck show, mechanical bull rides, great deals at all local merchants, library book sale and amazing food! Downtown Waconia. 952-442-5812
Sept. 15, Minneapolis
Minneapolis Bike Tour
The 13th Annual Minneapolis Bike Tour starts and ends at beautiful Boom Island and features two fully supported routes, 16 miles and 32 miles, that take riders through the spectacular park and byway system of Minneapolis at their own pace, traffic free! Routes include stops with refreshments and bike mechanics. After the ride, stick around to enjoy live music, free beer available to participants 21+, food from local vendors, and Bike Tour merchandise vendors. Proceeds from the Bike Tour support Youth Bike Programs in Minneapolis Parks. Boom Island. 612-230-6400
Sept. 15, Almelund
Almelund Apple Festival
Enjoy a beautiful fall day in Almelund eating apple treats and Swedish sausage on a stick while visiting with friends and neighbors. Tour the rustic logs cabins and Amador Heritage Museum, check out merchandise by crafters and vendors, and listen to toe-tapping music by local artists and cloggers. Amador Heritage Center Museum. 651-269-3580
Sept. 21, Delano
Delano Oktoberfest
The 3rd Annual Delano Oktoberfest offers fun activities for the whole family with an expanded Oktoberfest Market, main stage entertainment, craft beer, craft wine, delectable Germanic cuisine including the famous German Schnitzel, and the SauerPower Kraut Contest. A free children's area will feature bounce houses, games of skill and prizes upon completion of a Spielkarten. The first 500 adults receive a commemorative 2019 Oktoberfest mug with their paid admission. Downtown Delano and new river front park area. 612-916-1639
Sept. 21, Eagan
Septemberfest
Dubbed the biggest lil' block party in the "burbs," SeptemberFest is a fun music festival for the entire family. This year's acts include Jacob Bryant, 4onthefloor, and The World According to Garth. Faithful Shepherd Catholic School. 651-406-4747
Sept. 21-22, Marine on St. Croix
Marine on St. Croix Art Fair
With more than 100 artists, the Marine Art Fair has a reputation of being outstanding. This show is fun for all ages, displaying fine art, food children’s crafts and music. Visit beautiful, historic Marine on St. Croix during the peak season for fall colors. The Marine Art Fair is part of Take Me to the River, a chance to experience the intersection of Art & Nature in the St. Croix Valley. 651-439-1465
Sept. 21-22, Lakeville
Lakeville Art Festival
Considered to be one of the finest art festivals south of the river, the Lakeville Art Festival is held in historic downtown Lakeville, on the grounds of the Lakeville Area Arts Center. Featuring over 100 artists on the park-like grounds using a unique circular arrangement of artist booths, the Lakeville Art Festival provides an intimate and accessible setting to enjoy fine art. Historic downtown Lakeville. 952-985-4640
Upcoming Twin Cities' concerts and performances include: blink-182 at the Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul, Sept. 12
The Alchemy Tour: Nghtmre + Slander, Seven Lions, The Glitch Mob at The Armory in Minneapolis, Sept. 13
Janet Jackson at the Treasure Island Resort & Casino Ampitheater in Welch, Sept. 14
Joe Rogan at the Xcel Energy Center, Sept. 14
Jay Leno at Treasure Island Resort & Casino, Sept. 15
Jonas Brothers at the Xcel Energy Center, Sept. 16
The Head and the Heart - Living Mirage Tour at The Armory, Sept. 18
Avril Lavigne at the Historic State Theatre in Minneapolis, Sept. 24
Marina: Love + Fear Tour at the Historic Orpheum Theatre in Minneapolis, Sept. 24
Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real at the Varsity Theater in Minneapolis, Sept. 25
Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons at the Historic Orpheum Theatre, Sept. 26
Maggie Rogers at The Armory, Sept. 26
Post Malone at the Xcel Energy Center, Sept. 26
Martin Garrix at The Armory, Sept. 27
NF - The Search Tour at The Armory, Sept. 28
The Black Keys & Modest Mouse at Target Center in Minneapolis, Sept. 28
The Waterboys at the Varsity Theater in Minneapolis, Sept. 28
Toto - 40 Trips Around the Sun at the Historic State Theatre, Oct. 1
Mean Girls (Touring) at the Historic Orpheum Theatre, Oct. 1-13
Bon Iver at the Xcel Energy Center, Oct. 3
John Pardi at The Armory, Oct. 4
The Australian Pink Floyd Show at Mystic Lake Casino Hotel in Prior Lake, Oct. 4
Ghost at The Armory, Oct. 5
The Chainsmokers at the Xcel Energy Center, Oct. 5
A Night with Janis Joplin (Touring) at Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, Oct. 6
Little Feat - 50th Anniversary at the Historic State Theatre, Oct. 7
Tickets are available through Hennepin Theatre Trust and Ticketmaster
Central Minnesota
Sept. 13-14, Hutchinson
Arts & Crafts Festival/Taste of Hutchinson
The 45th Annual Hutchinson Arts & Crafts Festival features a large selection of unique handmade pieces by more than 100 artists and craftspeople, drawing thousands of new and returning shoppers. Also enjoy delicious foods from a variety of food vendors and live music by four acts during the Taste of Hutchinson. Library Square Park. 320-587-5252
Sept. 14, Wadena
Minnesota Salsa Fest
Celebrate all things salsa and enjoy products from local farm vendors, salsa dance classes, five live music acts, all-day youth art activities, regenerative agriculture workshops and demonstrations, great food and a salsa contest! Burlington Northern Park. 701-230-9047
Sept. 14, St. Joseph
Neil Berg's 100 Years of Broadway
Award-winning composer, lyricist and producer Neil Berg and his cast of vocal powerhouses combine the century’s greatest Broadway hits into a performance that will bring you to your feet well before the encore. This best-of-the-best tour of American musical theater highlights songs from adored Broadway classics and modern hit shows. The night also includes a Singing with the Broadway Stars competition; the winners will be featured on stage! Escher Auditorium, Benedicta Arts Center. 320-363-5777
Sept. 21, St. Cloud
St. Cloud Craft Beer & Ciderfest
The St. Cloud Craft Beer & Ciderfest was created to appeal to the other side of craft fans - those who love hard cider and other beer alternatives. Spend a day in the sunshine basking in apple goodness and sample local and national craft beverages from a wide range of brands. Beer by some traditional breweries will also be served to celebrate the craft community as a whole! Municipal Athletic Complex. 320-251-1450
Sept. 21, Nisswa
Fall Festival and Smokin' Hot BBQ
Nisswa ushers in fall with the 46th Annual Nisswa Fall Festival, along with the 14th Annual Smokin' Hot BBQ Challenge. Start your day with a pancake breakfast, participate in the medallion hunt and bean bag tournament, enjoy amazing BBQ before and after the the Smokin' Hot BBQ Challenge, quench your thirst at the beer garden & outdoor whiskey bar, and listen to an outdoor concert in the evening. During the day, the kids can congregate at KidZone at Pioneer Village and in the gazebo for wood working activities, bounce houses, make-and-take crafts and games. Downtown Nisswa. 218-963-2620
Sept. 28, Zimmerman
Wildlife Festival
Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge and the Friends of Sherburne invite you to celebrate National Wildlife Refuge Week at their 26th Annual Wildlife Festival. The public is invited to enjoy a variety of family-oriented activities featuring live birds, reptiles and other animals from the Audubon Center of the North Woods and Wildlife Science Center, as well as horse-drawn wagon rides, nature journaling, guided hikes, and wildlife discovery. Food trucks will be on site during the event. Oak Savanna Learning Center at the Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge. 763-389-3323
Northwest Minnesota
Aug. 30 - Oct. 19 (Fridays & Saturdays), Warroad
Country Corn Maze
The Country Corn Maze presents their 2019 "Paul Bunyan!" corn maze, an eight acre corn maze! In addition to the maze, visitors will enjoy farm animals, hayrides, campfires, Farmball, a Pumpkin Pickin' Patch, the Waxy Willow Trail, concessions and more! Country Corn Maze. 218-469-3390
Sept. 12-28, Longville, Hackensack, Remer and Walker
Fall Has It All
Celebrate "Fall Has It All" for 17 days in Longville, Hackensack, Remer and Walker. Buy a button and qualify for hundreds of dollars in sales and discounts. Take part in special events and merchant sales in all four communities. On Saturday, Sept. 14, Longville will be the site of an all-day Oktoberfest celebration with a Fall Festival & Bazaar, library book sale, an Arts, Crafts & Live Music Outdoor Show, beer garden, downtown Scavenger Hunt, Oktoberfest Dance and German Dinner specials at Patrick's on Girl Lake. 218-363-2630
Sept. 14, East Grand Forks/Grand Forks
Potato Bowl USA
Join in on all the tateriffic fun and help celebrate the 53rd Anniversary of Potato Bowl USA! On Saturday, Sept. 14, start off with a potato pancake breakfast then enjoy the KEM Shrine Potato Bowl Parade. Other activities include the Tailgating Party with lots of games, activities, great food, music and fun --- be sure to get your free baked potato with all the toppings at the Northern Plains Potato Growers Tent beginning at 12:30 p.m. Downtown Grand Forks & UND Campus. 218-773-3633
Sept. 14-15, Remer
Bigfoot Music Festival
The Bigfoot Music Festival delivers two days of great Minnesota music. This year's featured acts include Actual Wolf, Rich Mattson & the Northstars, Dick Kimmel, Lori Jean, Van & the Free Candies, Patsy O'Brien, and Dusty Thune and his band. Food trucks and beer vendors will serve up delicious faire and refreshments. Balsam Bay Resort. 218-566-1680
Sept. 21, Bemidji
Amazing Animal Adaptations
How in the world do animals survive Minnesota's long, cold winters? Learn about different kinds of adaptations and go on a short scavenger hunt in the park. You will also create your own animal and come up with how they adapt. Lake Bemidji State Park. 218-308-2300
Sept. 21-22, Bemidji
Buena Vista Fall Color Festival & Top of the World Wagon Rides
Catch the colors in a horse-drawn covered wagon on the high ridge known for centuries as the "Top of the World." Nature is reflected in nine lakes visible from the pinnacle of the divide which separates waters flowing to the Hudson Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. Also enjoy live music, dancing, children's activities, crafts and lunch in the Logging Heritage Museum, self-guided tours of the original town site of Buena Vista, demonstrations, and logging paintings in the Milwaukee Train Car. 218-766-9919
Sept. 28, Walker
Moondance Harvest Moon Festival
The Harvest Moon Festival is a truly unique beer and wine tasting festival with live entertainment. Taste more than 150 craft beers, wines and spirits then vote for your favorite. Other highlights of the festival include live music, contests, great food, demonstrations, arts and crafts, and stunning fall colors! Moondance Fairgrounds. 218-836-1055
Northeast Minnesota
Sept. 13-15, Grand Marais
Unplugged & Folk Artisan Marketplace
Celebrate community, music, crafts and storytelling along the lakeshore at the Unplugged & Folk Artisan Marketplace. With the Birch Bark Bash and Unplugged Performance (Friday and Saturday evenings respectively), classic craft coursework, performance workshops, Points North Online Auction and Folk Artisan Marketplace, it's a true celebration of the educational mission of North House. While in Grand Marais, be sure to check out the Plein Air Grand Marais Exhibition beginning Sept. 13 and running through Oct. 6. This annual tradition brings 75 outdoor painters to Lake Superior's North Shore and the community of Grand Marais for a painting competition with world-renowned painters painting for seven days straight then displaying their works at the Johnson Heritage Post Art Gallery. 218-387-9762; 218-387-2314
Sept. 13-15, Duluth
Duluth Oktoberfestival
This new annual festival features a massive main Bier Hall with authentic German bier and food as well as several smaller tents with some of the region’s best craft breweries. There are tons of activities including a large professional Kids' Zone area, live music and entertainment, games and ancillary activities that are fun for all ages. Bayfront Festival Park. 218-628-9996
Sept. 14, Finland
Harvest Booya & Finnfest
Celebrate the harvest in Finland during the Harvest Booya & Finnfest. The highlight of the event, Harvest Booya, is a thick soup cooked outside under a tent with as many locally grown ingredients as possible. Arrive early since the Booya ran out by 2 p.m. last year! Also enjoy a craft and vendor marketplace, farmers market, apple cider and lefse-making demonstrations, a live falcon, children's games and a classic car show. Clair Nelson Center. 218-353-0300
Sept. 21, Duluth
2019 Indigenous Foods Expo
For the latter half of the century, Indigenous people across the United States have been gaining traction in a movement to revitalize our traditional ways. Don't miss Duluth's first large-scale Indigenous Foods Expo, bringing together Indigenous food producers, chefs, artists, musicians and hundreds of community members to experience flavors and culture from across our Indigenous nations in one festival. Central Hillside Park. 218-722-7225
Sept. 21, Two Harbors
Agate City Rock Sale & Swap
The 20th Annual Agate City Rock Sale & Swap will include large numbers of rocks and minerals brought in by dealers from all over the region, making for an all-day event for rockhounds! Agate City Rock Shop grounds. 218-834-2304
Sept. 28, Proctor
Beargrease, Beer & Bacon Craft Beer Tasting Festival
The 3rd Annual Beargrease Craft Beer and Bacon Tasting Festival includes premier craft beer companies from Minnesota and surrounding states, as well as delicious bacon recipes to sample, and an afternoon and evening filled with live music, Human Foosball, games and children's activities. Discounts and shuttle service offered by Proctor hotels! South St. Louis County Fairgrounds. 218-348-2268
Be sure to visit the Explore Minnesota Events Page to learn of other festivals and events!
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