Handmade Wonders: Minnesota's Premier Craft Fair

Buffalo Chamber's Art & Craft Festival, Buffalo, MN

Held annually in Downtown Buffalo for over 40 years, the Buffalo Chamber’s Art & Craft Festival is a street fair featuring over 100 art and craft vendors showcasing unique handcrafted items. This free event is held in August and attracts thousands of visitors who enjoy discovering new artisan treasures and sampling delicious treats from the food truck vendors.

Little Falls Arts & Crafts and Market Place Fair, Little Falls, MN

Over 100,000 attendees gather at the Little Fall Arts & Crafts and Market Place Fair for two days of exploring unique vendors and interesting venues. This award-winning fair is held each September in Historic Downtown Little Falls and includes an impressive lineup of around 600 artisan, food, and marketplace vendors. This local tradition has been bringing the Little Falls community together for over 50 years!

Autumn Festival - An Arts and Crafts Affair, Shakopee, MN

Hundreds of top-notch artists and crafters exhibit and sell their original pieces at this award-winning autumn craft fair. Held at Canterbury Park in Shakopee, An Arts and Crafts Affair is a multi-day event featuring rows upon rows of handmade treasures along with hourly prizes, lots of food options, and other family-friendly activities to enjoy.

Spring Craft and Gift Show, Eagan, MN

The Spring Craft and Gift Show is a two-day event held in March at the Eagan Community Center. This free-admission event offers a wide variety of handcrafted items from local artisan vendors. Attendees shop for unique clothing, metal arts, woodworking, jewelry, unique clothing, skincare products, and much more at this springtime weekend event.

Stillwater “Cabin Fever” Craft Show, Stillwater, MN

Held at the Oak Glen Golf & Event Center, the annual Stillwater “Cabin Fever” Craft Show offers a break from the winter blues with a tropical-themed show. Attendees can shop all types of craft vendors selling unique gifts of all kinds, enjoy a cash bar, and participate in a special “Cabin Fever” drawing at this elegant event.

Spring Madness Craft and Gift Expo, Eagan, MN

Held at the Eagan Civic Arena each April, the annual Spring Madness Craft and Gift Expo is a free event featuring a diverse assortment of exhibitors. This huge spring craft fair includes handmade crafts, paintings, fresh jams and jellies, soaps, baked goods, clothing, and much more. It’s a one-of-a-kind shopping experience you don’t want to miss!

Holiday Craft & Gift Show, Saint Cloud, MN

Many craft vendors display their handcrafted products at the Holiday Craft & Gift Show each November. This two-day event is held at the St. Cloud River’s Edge Convention Center and offers a variety of unique handmade items and gifts for sale. The first 100 attendees receive a free rose and a portion of the admission fees benefits a local charity.

Forest Lake Spring Craft & Vendor Show, Forest Lake, MN

Held at the Forest Lake Middle School, the Forest Lake Spring Craft & Vendor Show offers two days of shopping, food, and fun. Locals gather to discover high-quality, unique vendors selling an assortment of handcrafted products of all types. A food truck is also available for snacks on-site.

Key Insights at a Glance

• Minnesota craft fairs feature talented crafters and local vendors from the Upper Midwest region.
• These fairs attract thousands of craft enthusiasts seeking handcrafted products for personal collections and gifts.
• The best craft fairs offer high-quality artisan products, food vendors, and family-friendly activities.
• Events like the Buffalo Chamber’s Art & Craft Festival and Little Falls Arts & Crafts Fair draw large crowds annually.
• An Arts and Crafts Affair at Canterbury Park and the Spring Craft and Gift Show in Eagan are popular multi-day events.
• The Stillwater “Cabin Fever” Craft Show and Spring Madness Craft and Gift Expo offer unique shopping experiences.
• The Holiday Craft & Gift Show in St. Cloud and Forest Lake Spring Craft & Vendor Show are also popular events in Minnesota.