Chester Bowl Fall Fest

Our 40th Annual Fall Fest

Fall Fest is all about building community with friends and neighbors in the park! At this regional craft event you will enjoy music, food, crafts, locally grown fresh produce, vendors, and informational booths about local programs. The annual event has grown over the years and will host over 130 vendors selling locally made crafts, a great line up of music, 10 food vendors, and activities for children and families.  In addition, Chester Bowl branded clothing and other items will be sold by the Chester Bowl Improvement Club.  We will have many new products again for 2024, so you will want to get to the Chester Bowl table (just inside the entrance) early to buy our new gear!

Free Shuttle Service: All visitors are highly encouraged to use the three free shuttle buses that will run continuously from the University of Minnesota Duluth parking lot B, located at the intersection of College St. and University Drive.  Parking is very limited near the event, so walking, biking (bike racks near the entrance), or using the shuttles is highly recommended. There are a limited number of handicapped accessible parking spots near the entrance to the park. PLEASE do not try to drive and park in the neighborhoods nearby- the shuttle will be faster and more convenient, we promise!

The event requires over 100 volunteers through the day - will you help us by being part of the event? Fall Fest hours do count towards your winter volunteer commitment. Look for a signup right here near the end of the summer.

Live Music Schedule
10:00-11:30, The Trash Cats (Acoustic Rock)
12:00-1:30, Charity and the Hue (duo) / Charity and the Show Stoppers (trio) (Alternative folk/pop)
2:00-3:30, Jordan Johnston & The Elevation (Pop/R&B)