Minnesota statewide events

Minneapolis celebrates Independence Day with the city's largest Fourth of July event, featuring a full day of activities from 10 am to 10 pm along the Mississippi Riverfront. The celebration culminates with a spectacular fireworks display lighting up the Minneapolis skyline, offering tens of thousands of attendees an unforgettable patriotic experience.

This downtown Minneapolis food and music festival brings together culinary delights and major musical acts over Independence Day weekend. Headliners include Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, Cheap Trick, Ludacris, and more, creating the perfect combination of great food and live entertainment.

The Navy's Blue Angels return to Duluth for an extraordinary aerial performance celebrating America's 250 anniversary with the theme "Red, White, and Blues." This Independence Day weekend spectacle showcases precision flying and patriotic demonstrations against the backdrop of Lake Superior's stunning shoreline.

This northern Minnesota music festival features two stages of live performances, local food vendors, and artistic displays in the scenic North Shore region. The lineup includes The Honeydogs, Wild Horses, Rogue Valley, and other regional acts performing at Caribou Highlands and North Shore Winery.

Harriet Island transforms into a music lover's paradise with headliners including Hozier, Alabama Shakes, Weezer, Green Day, and more. This three-day festival combines major touring acts with the scenic beauty of the Mississippi River, offering an intimate outdoor concert experience in the heart of the Twin Cities.

This beloved summer tradition features waterski shows by the Twin Cities River Rats and family-friendly entertainment throughout downtown Minneapolis. Guests can enjoy four days of free activities, including the famous Torchlight Parade and Target Fireworks.

El Rancho Mañana Campground hosts this four-day celebration of bluegrass and old-time string band music in central Minnesota. The festival preserves and promotes traditional American music while offering camping options and multiple performance stages for both seasoned musicians and newcomers to the genre.

Harriet Island becomes the epicenter of Irish culture with this three-day outdoor celebration recognized as one of the largest and most authentic Irish festivals nationwide. Visitors can enjoy traditional music, dance, comedy, and authentic Irish cuisine across six performance stages, with Gaelic Storm headlining Saturday's entertainment.

Transport yourself to the 16th century with this beloved weekend festival that runs through September 28th. The festival features period entertainment, artisan demonstrations, an authentic Renaissance fare, and immersive theatrical performances that bring history to life for visitors of all ages.

The Great Minnesota Get-Together returns with its famous foods on sticks, agricultural competitions, and impressive lineup of free entertainment across six stages. Over 100 free acts will perform alongside major Grandstand shows featuring artists like the Avett Brothers, Steve Miller Band, Hank Williams Jr., Def Leppard, and Meghan Trainor.

Beloved Twin Cities icons Don Shelby and Nancy Nelson reunite for a limited run of A.R. Gurney’s Pulitzer Prize-nominated play, Love Letters, at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres. This poignant and witty two-character drama follows a lifelong relationship through decades of heartfelt correspondence, offering audiences an intimate and moving theatrical experience in the Playhouse Theatre.

The Germanic-American Institute hosts this traditional German celebration featuring authentic food, beer, music, and cultural demonstrations. Families can enjoy children's activities, games, and carnival rides while adults sample traditional German cuisine including bratwurst, schnitzel, and locally brewed beer.

This milestone 40^th-anniversary concert brings together Willie Nelson, John Mellencamp, Neil Young, Dave Matthews, and Margo Price for Minnesota's first-ever Farm Aid event. The celebration supports family farmers while featuring additional performances by Billy Strings, Nathaniel Rateliff & the Night Sweats, and Trampled by Turtles in a day-long festival format.

Dakota County Fairgrounds hosts this immersive celebration of the Viking Age that brings Norse history to life for visitors of all ages. The festival features historical reenactments, traditional crafts, authentic Viking demonstrations, and educational experiences that transport attendees back to the era of Nordic exploration and culture. Weekends of Oct. 4-5 and Oct. 11-12.

Downtown Stillwater comes alive with this family-friendly autumn celebration featuring a world-famous Giant Pumpkin Weigh Off and spectacular Pumpkin Drop from a 100-foot crane. The weekend includes live music performances, a bustling vendor market, and seasonal activities that have made this one of Minnesota's most beloved fall traditions.

This official Halloween celebration takes participants through multiple venues across Minneapolis from 4 pm to 11 pm, featuring costume contests, themed drinks, and special entertainment. The event includes over four participating bars, a $2,000 social media costume contest, live music, and professional photography to capture the spine-chilling fun.