Summertime brings out the best of the festivals in the Minneapolis-St Paul metro. Get your fill of June family festival outings with this handy list of local celebrations around the Twin Cites. Most are free. If there is admission, it is listed. Family-friendly highlights are listed for each:
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Twin Cities June 2026 festivals for families
Eden Prairie Schooner Days
Date: 05/29/2026 - 05/31/2026 SEE TIMES
Location: Round Lake Park, 16691 Valley View Rd, Eden Prairie, MN , 55344Eden Prairie Schooner Days features a classical carnival all weekend, a vendor market, delicious food and more activities for all ages in Round Lake Park. Kids will want to bring swimsuits; Round Lake Park has a super cool splash pad at its playground. See the link for the full event schedule. Admission is free.
- May 29 4-11pm
- May 30 11am-11pm
- May 31 11am-5pm
West St Paul Days
Date: 06/04/2026 - 06/07/2026 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location: West St Paul, 1655 Livingston Ave, West St Paul, MN , 55118First off, there will be plenty of city-wide garage sales and a medallion hunt starting Thursday. Then, plan for Friday night fireworks, a Saturday parade, concerts, a kids fishing clinic and lots of free stuff. Many, but not all events take place at the West St Paul Sports Complex. You’ll want to check the link to find a complete schedule. Full event runs June 4-7, 2026.
Spring Lake Park Tower Days
Date: 06/04/2026 - 06/06/2026 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Location: Lakeside Lions Park, 7840 Pleasant View Dr, Spring Lake Park, MN , 55432Family friendly: Parade Thursday June 5th, entertainment & fireworks Saturday June 7th; music and lumberjack demo, Sunday June 8th.
Edina Art Fair
Date: 06/05/2026 - 06/07/2026 SEE TIMES
Location: 50th & France, 50th & France, Edina, MN , 55425The 50th & France shopping district bustles with over 250 artists and crafters to shop and a Kids Zone with hands-on artmaking, face painting, music and games. Admission is free.
2026 Edina Art Fair schedule
- Friday | 3-8pm
- Saturday | 10am-7pm
- Sunday | 10am-5pm
Hugo Good Neighbor Days
Date: 06/05/2026 - 06/07/2026 SEE TIMES
Location: Hanfil Fields, 7032 137th St N, Hugo, MN, 55038You’ll probably find all your good neighbors at Hugo’s summer festival enjoying the parade, carnival rides, petting zoo, live music and fireworks.
Carnival Hours:
- Friday 5pm – 11pm
- Saturday 11am – 11pm
- Sunday 11am – 4pm
Art In the Hollow
Date: 06/06/2026 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location: Swede Hollow Park, 665 Greenbrier St, Saint Paul, MN , 55106Over 50 visual & performing artists, many creating works on site down in historic Swede Hollow Park. Note: you will need to park above the hollow and walk down into this park either by stairs or path. Free admission.
St. Anthony Park Arts Festival
Date: 06/06/2026 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location: Saint Anthony Park Library, 2245 Como Avenue, Saint Paul, MN, 55108The St. Anthony Park Arts Festival celebrates the art, community, and creativity of this Saint Paul neighborhood with handcrafted art, music performances, and food trucks. Vendors will be selling food, local beer and mead. Admission is free; see the link for ideas for family fun at the festival.
Union Depot Train Days
Date: 06/06/2026 - 06/07/2026 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location: Union Depot, 214 4th Street East, St Paul, MN, 55101Train Days will include train equipment tours, a vendor marketplace, model trains, concessions, train photography exhibit, family friendly activities and more! Train fans will not want to miss this FREE summer festival. 10am-4pm both days.
LTD Brewing Block Party
Date: 06/06/2026 1:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Location: LTD Brewing, 725 Mainstreet, Hopkins, MN, 55343LTD Brewing Co. is taking over the street and parking lot for its annual block party. The event will include live music, games, and activities for the whole family. FREE to attend.
Family Fun includes:
- Live music by local bands
- Games and Activities for adults and kids
- Food trucks & a FREE craft soda station. Wristbands for adults to purchase craft beer, hard cider, wine.
- Bubble fun
- Kids Movie Area
- Foam blocks
St Paul Grand Old Day
Date: 06/07/2026 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Location: Grand Avenue, Grand Avenue, Saint Paul, MN , 55105The traditional St Paul summer street festival returns with its signature parade down the shopping and dining artery, live music tents and kids activities.Â
Jazz on the Prairie / Rib Fest (FREE)
Date: 06/07/2026 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Staring Lake Park, 14800 Pioneer Trail, Eden Prairie, MN, 55347Kick off Staring Lake Park’s summer concerts with the annual afternoon of big-band jazz. Pack a picnic or purchase ribs, pulled chicken, hot dogs and beverages from the Rotary’s Rib Fest booth. Admission is free.
Albertville Friendly City Days
Date: 06/10/2026 - 06/14/2026 SEE TIMES
Location: Albertville Central Park, 5801 Main Ave NE, Albertville, MN , 55301The summer festival’s classic carnival starts Wednesday and runs through the weekend. Live music starts Thursday evening and the Friday night fireworks are at 10pm. The festival continues over the weekend with the Grande Day Parade on Sunday, 12:30pm. The carnival and live music also run through the weekend. See link below for complete details.
Faribault Heritage Celebration
Date: 06/11/2026 - 06/13/2026 7:00 am - 11:00 pm
Location: Faribault Central Park, 430 2nd Avenue NW, Faribault, MN, 55021Family friendly: Parade, live music soap box races and craft fair.Â
- Thursday: 10am-9pm
- Friday: 10am-11pm
- Saturday: 7am-11pm – Parade starts at 6:15pm.
Pride in the Park
Date: 06/11/2026 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location: Robinson Park, 229 5th Street SE, Pine City, MN, 55063Free Event with live music. Look for kids activities, art projects and story times.
Excelsior Art On the Lake
Date: 06/13/2026 - 06/14/2026 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location: Water Street, 3rd Street to Lake Street, Excelsior, MN , 55331Art On the Lake is two days of fine art, family-friendly entertainment, kids activities, local musicians and regional food vendors. Opening at 10am each day. Admission is free.
Maple Grove Chalkfest
Date: 06/13/2026 - 06/14/2026 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Location: Downtown Maple Grove, Elm Creek Blvd & Arbor Lakes Pkwy, Maple Grove, MN , 55369Fantastic street chalk art with the typical food concessions and live entertainment. A free Kids Zone allows young ones can try chalk art, too. Admission is free.
Great Northern Viking Festival
Date: 06/13/2026 - 06/14/2026 10:30 am - 4:30 pm
Location: McGowan Farm Festival Grounds, 20002 T-198, Mankato, MN, 56001Designed to be welcoming and enjoyable for families, The Great Northern Viking Festival is a weekend of immersive entertainment and engaging educational demonstrations. Day Passes: $8-$25/pp. Pre-purchase tickets to save. Kids 7 and under FREE.
Best Day to Visit: Sunday is Family Day and includes more kid-focused programming and hands-on activities for children.
St. Paul Pride Parade and Festival
Date: 06/13/2026 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
Location: Urban Growler Brewing Company, St. Paul, 2325 Endicott Street, Saint Paul, MN, 55114Join a family-friendly parade and celebration of Pride in Saint Paul.
Juneteenth Celebrating Freedom Day (FREE)
Date: 06/13/2026 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location: Bethune Park, 1304 N 10th Avenue, Minneapolis, MN, 55411Bethune Park in Minneapolis observes Juneteenth with family-friendly activities, food vendors, music and entertainment. Admission is free.
Buffalo Days
Date: 06/14/2026 - 06/21/2026 SEE TIMES
Location: Sturges Park, 505 2nd Ave S, Buffalo, MN , 55313The carnival kicks off Thursday, plus there’s a kiddie parade and free movie in the park that evening. Friday follows with a DJ and fireworks in Sturges Park and Saturday wraps up the big events with a grand parade through downtown at 6pm.
St Louis Park Parktacular
Date: 06/18/2026 - 06/21/2026 SEE TIMES
Location: Wolfe Park, 3700 Monterey Dr, St Louis Park, MN , 55416St Louis Park’s biggest summer event is packed with activities like the Grand Day Parade, Kidtacular and Ecotacular events in Wolfe Park, a mini art hunt and a Splash Into Summer pool event at the Rec Center Aquatic Park. Admission to most events is free; purchase a Parktacular Button for other activities.
Eagan Art Festival
Date: 06/20/2026 - 06/21/2026 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location: Eagan Central Park, 1501 Central Parkway, Eagan, MN , 55121Art for sale in all mediums, live entertainment and food for purchase. This is another one of those summer art festivals hosted by a park with a splash pad. If you bring the kids, they won’t be able to resist it! Â Admission is free.
Stone Arch Bridge Festival
Date: 06/20/2026 - 06/21/2026 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location: Stone Arch Bridge, 100 Portland Ave, Minneapolis, MN , 55401A weekend of art and music on the Mississippi riverfront. Kids can get into the family activities area. A Father’s Day weekend tradition in Minneapolis! Â Admission is free. Saturday 10am – 7pm; Sunday 10am – 5pm.
Rosemount ArtBlast
Date: 06/22/2026 - 06/28/2026 SEE TIMES
Location: Rosemount Central Park, 2893 145th St W, Rosemount, MN , 55068Rosemount ArtBlast is a full week of art, including plenty of free, family-friendly activities around Rosemount. Most of the kid-friendly entertainment takes place in Central Park, including a STORY TRAIL, Todd’n’Tina KIDS CONCERT and ART PROJECTS FOR KIDS. Visit the Puppet Wagon at various Rosemount Parks on Friday. Full event runs June 22-28, 2026 – see link for details. Most activities are free.
Roseville Rosefest
Date: 06/22/2026 - 06/28/2026 SEE TIMES
Location: Rosefest, Parks, Roseville, MN, 55113Rosefest – Roseville’s epic annual summer festival includes these kid-friendly events during the week: the Rose Parade (Monday), Superhero Carnival (Wednesday), and community theater in the park (Thursday). Summer festivities continue this weekend with a free family skate on Friday and the huge Roseville Party in the Park on Saturday with bands, inflatables, food trucks and fireworks. see link for schedule. Most activities are free.
Columbia Heights Jamboree
Date: 06/25/2026 - 06/28/2026 SEE TIMES
Location: Huset Park, 3965 Jefferson St NE, Columbia Heights, MN , 55421The medallion hunt starts Wednesday and the carnival and beer garden start Thursday and continue through the weekend. Jamboree fun continues over the weekend with the big parade on Friday night, fireworks on Saturday and a pancake breakfast on Sunday. Main event runs June 25-28, 2026.
Farmington Top the Tater Days & Parade
Date: 06/25/2026 - 06/28/2026 SEE TIMES
Location: Downtown, Farmington, Farmington, MN , 55024ÂFormerly Dew Days because of Farmington’s love of Mountain Dew, this annual festival is sponsored by Kemps in 2025, thus the name change. Expect fun family activities like a big rig fair, storytime in the park, kids concerts, big wheel races, and the list goes on. See link for the full schedule! June 25-28, 2026.
Blaine Festival
Date: 06/26/2026 - 06/28/2026 SEE TIMES
Location: Aquatore Park, 9191 Lincoln St NE, Blaine, MN, 55434It’s the biggest summer bash in Blaine: A family beach party, carnival, petting zoo, dance party and parade. Full event runs June 26-28, 2026 – see link for complete schedule.
Savage Dan Patch Days - Free Admission Family Day
Date: 06/27/2026 10:00 am - 11:00 pm
Location: Savage Community Park, 13500 Dakota Ave South, Savage, MN, 55378Savage’s annual summer festival, Dan Patch Days, is named for the famous racehorse who smashed records in the early twentieth century (at the Minnesota State Fair, no less!) You won’t find horse racing these days in Savage, but you can expect a full lineup of classic festival activities. Full festival runs June 27-29, 2025.
Wayzata Art Experience
Date: 06/27/2026 - 06/28/2026 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Location: Lake Street, Wayzata, Wayzata, MN, 55391If you’re bringing kids along to shop the dozens of high quality art vendors, here’s what you need to know: young ones will love the Activity Zone, a creative space on Lake Street stocked with activities like crafts and chalk art for kids. They also might enjoy a (FREE!) boat ride on Lake Minnetonka or watching the Boat Light Parade on Saturday night. Of course, there will be great food, too. Admission is free all weekend, June 21-22, 2025.
Ham Lake Freedom Festival
Date: 06/27/2026 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Location: Ham Lake Lions Park, 1220 157th Avenue Northeast, Ham Lake, MN, 55304At the Ham Lake Freedom Festival families can participate in kids’ activities, grab a free pulled pork sandwich, listen to live bands, and watch fireworks at 10pm.Â
Minnetonka Summer Fest
Date: 06/27/2026 4:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Location: Minnetonka Community Center, 14600 Minnetonka Blvd, Minnetonka, MN, 55345A whole day of free family fun: Inflatables, live music, food trucks and fireworks. All activities are free except food! June 28, 2025, 4-10:30pm.
Fridley '49ers Days
Date: 07/16/2026 - 07/18/2026 SEE TIMES
Location: Commons Park, 555 61st Avenue Northeast, Fridley, MN , 55432Fridley festivities kick off Thursday with a parade and activities in the park. On Friday night, enjoy trivia, a pop up ninja park (also Saturday), and food trucks. Saturday is all about family fun from 2-10pm, including more food trucks, the ninja park, archery, games and crafts, roving magicians and live performances, capping off the evening with fireworks. Admission and many activities are free – see link for details.
Twin Cities June 2025 festivals we hope to see again
New Brighton Rhubarb Fest
Date: 06/01/2025 1:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location: New Brighton Area History Museum, Long Lake Regional Park, 700 Park Drive, New Brighton, MN, 55112The historic train depot formally known as the NEW BRIGHTON HISTORY CENTER will be open and delicious rhubarb treats will be available for purchase. Come jump aboard the caboose! 1-4pm.
COSA Fest
Date: 06/07/2025 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location: Brooklyn Park Centennial Park, 6301 Shingle Creek Pkwy, Brooklyn Center, MN, 55430The Colors of Southeast Asia (COSA) Fest’s is a family-friendly experience featuring Southeast Asian community leaders, artists, and entrepreneurs sharing their stories of beauty and strength of their community through food, presentations, and performances. Admission is free.
 Maple Plain Party in the Park
Date: 06/07/2025 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Location: Maple Plain Veterans Memorial Park, 5050 Independence Street, Maple Plain, MN, 55369Family friendly: Live music, food trucks, and family-friendly activities. 5pm-11pm.
Deutsche Tage
Date: 06/15/2025 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location: Germanic-American Institute, 301 Summit Avenue, Saint Paul, MN , 55102The Deutsche Tage (or German Days) festival includes a sampling of German food, culture, music and games. Typically, the German model trains on the top floor of the Summit Avenue estate are running during this sprightly summer festival. Full event runs June 14-15, 2025. Admission is free, see link for full details.
Champlin Father Hennepin Festival
Date: 06/15/2025 12:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Location: Mississippi Point Park, 651 West River Road, Champlin, MN , 55316So much to look forward to: a Friday night parade, fireworks and a free outdoor movie (Despicable Me 4, 9pm). Saturday ice cream social and outdoor classic rock concert and Sunday canoe and kayak races. Plus, a classic carnival all weekend long in Champlin. Full event runs June 12-15, 2025, with free admission – see link for full schedule.
Manitou Days
Date: 06/19/2025 - 07/04/2025 SEE TIMES
Location: White Bear Lake, Downtown, White Bear Lake, MN , 55110Most of this multi-week festival takes place in June and includes a Grande Parade, beach dance, Marketfest (a weekly farmers market with live music downtown), a medallion hunt and a children’s fishing contest. On the 4th of July is the White Bear Lake Independence Day Boat Parade capped off by fireworks over the lake.
Golden Valley Water Day
Date: 06/20/2025 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
Location: Scheid Park, 1856 Toledo Avenue North, Golden Valley, MN, 55422Rockin' Rogers Carnival
Date: 06/20/2025 5:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Location: Rogers Community Center, 21201 Memorial Dr, Rogers, MN , 55374Thursday Community Night has a kid band, a local band, carnival, and kid games. Parade Saturday at noon. Don’t miss all the summer festival fun in Rogers. Full event runs June 19-21, 2025 – see link for complete details.
Cottage Grove Strawberry Fest Fireworks
Date: 06/20/2025 - 06/22/2025 10:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Location: Kingston Park, 9195 75th St S, Cottage Grove, MN , 55016So much to do at this sweet summer festival in Cottage Grove: a car show, carnival, fireworks, petting farm, strawberry-pie eating contest and more fun. Full event runs June 19-22, 2025 – see link for full schedule. Admission is free.
Midsommar Celebration
Date: 06/21/2025 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location: American Swedish Institute, 2600 Park Avenue, Minneapolis, MN, 55407Crafts, courtyard fun, dancing around the Midsommar pole, and concerts are all part of American Swedish Institute’s annual summer festival. Cost is $15 adult, $10 ages 62+, $6 ages 6-18 and students with ID.Â
Hopkins Food Truck Festival
Date: 06/21/2025 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Location: Mainstreet, Mainstreet & 10th Avenue, Hopkins, MN, 55343Over 50 food trucks and family-friendly entertainment. Dogs welcome.
Vadnais Heights Freedom Day Festival
Date: 06/21/2025 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Kohler Meadows Park, 365 County Rd F E, Vadnais Heights, MN, 55127Vadnais Heights offers an all ages, family-friendly Juneteenth event packed with live music, free food, an interactive graffiti art project, history and resource center and much more! Admission is free.
South St Paul Kaposia Days
Date: 06/27/2025 - 06/29/2025 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location: South St Paul Kaposia Days, Parks, South St Paul, MN, 55075Kaposia Days Grande Parade, Kaposia Kids Stuff, kids fishing clinic, kite fly, pancake breakfast and fireworks. Full event runs June 27-29, 2025 – see link for schedule.
Afton Strawberry Festival
Date: 06/28/2025 - 06/29/2025 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location: Afton Town Square Park, 3418 St. Croix Trail S, Afton, MN , 55001Food, live music and fun activities for the entire family in Afton Town Square Park. For more strawberry fun, see below. Full event runs June 28-29, 2025. Saturday 10-5pm & Sunday 10-4pm.
Gammelgarden Midsommardagen
Date: 06/28/2025 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location: Gammelgarden Museum, 20880 Olinda Trail N, Scandia, MN , 55073Traditional Swedish music and dances celebrate the long days of summer! Building Tours are FREE. Kids will delight in searching out the colorful Swedish Dala horses around the property. Learn more about what kids will enjoy at Gammelgarden Museum. June 28, 2025, 10am-4pm.
Oakdale Summerfest
Date: 06/28/2025 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
Location: Walton Park, 1584 Hadley Ave N, Oakdale, MNLive music, kids events, a pop-up splash pad, food trucks, parade & fireworks to cap off the summer festival. Full event runs June 26-28, 2025 – see link for complete details. Admission to most events is free.
Osseo Lions Roar Days
Date: 09/06/2025 11:00 am - 10:30 pm
Location: Premier Bank, 311 Central Avenue, Osseo, MN, 55369Alongside Osseo’s annual Lions Roar Days Parade are live bands and all the festival food you love. Plus there’s lots for kids to do. Leo’s Adventure Land features ticketed inflatables from 11am-8pm and free activities like a petting zoo and ice cream social. See our event schedule. Friday 4- 10:30pm; Saturday 11am-10:30pm.
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