Saint Paul’s original Sunday fun-day tradition returns with Grand Old Day on the first Sunday in June. With “the first parade of the summer,” over 150 food vendors, a family fun area, art district, and entertainment district with live music from dozens of the Twin Cities’ favorite bands, there is plenty of fun for the entire family! Grand Old Day, produced by the Grand Avenue Business Association, is the largest one-day festival in the upper Midwest.
Will Hearn’s Grand Ol’ Christmas Show is a retro radio show bringing your all-time favorite Christmas classics and sketch comedy antics broadcasting live on Christmas Eve from the 1225 AM N-O-E-L Radio studios.
The Grand Marais Art Colony will be hosting the 35th Annual Grand Marais Arts Festival on July 11th & 12th, 2026.
The Grand Marais Arts Festival is a microcosm of the dynamic Midwest art scene. Nestled between the horizon line of Lake Superior and the wilderness of boreal forests and serene lakes, the Festival draws over 10,000 visitors. Artists of all mediums are invited to submit quality, original artwork for this juried art fair.
Join us at Jeffers Petroglyphs for a weaving demonstration with Fern Renville. Learn about the traditional uses of basswood, cattail, and bulrush in weaving. Fern is an artist and a member of the Sisseton Wahpeton Oyate who is working to bring her experience with fiber art, pottery, and weaving art back to her Dakota homelands.
Irish music. American flavor. Italian seasoning.
Gadan is a storming new band, blending the drive of Irish traditional music and bluegrass with the heart and soul of folk and Appalachian music. Then, they spice this intoxicating musical blend with an Italian seasoning for extra flair!
All aboard for FREE all-ages fun!
Celebrate railroad history in the impressive mansion of railway tycoon James J. Hill, with an all-day slate of activities, exhibits, and musical performances. Join us for:
And so much more!
Admission is free.
For two nights only, join us for a dramatic reading of Lance Belville's play Nina! Madam to a Saintly City on the lawn of the historic Alexander Ramsey House Museum. Under lantern lights, you'll find yourself immersed in the lore of St. Paul's legendary Madam.
The edited reading will feature many voices including original actor, Lynn Lohr, as Nina Clifford.
The first Sunday of each month, May-October from 10 am - 2 pm, local farmers and artists come together to provide a variety of fresh produce and handmade crafts to our 180,000 annual visitors. Each event is a fun way for people to connect directly with the local farmers and artists in the St. Croix River Valley.
The Four Sisters Farmers Market is an Indigenous-focused farmers market that provides increased access to affordable, healthy, culturally appropriate local foods within the American Indian Cultural Corridor. We strive to celebrate Indigenous pride, health, and well-being. The market takes place in the NACDI / Pow Wow Grounds Coffee House parking lot on Thursdays from 11 AM to 3 PM. Street parking is available nearby.
This must-attend event brings together a diverse lineup of food trucks, live entertainment, family-friendly activities, and a vibrant atmosphere celebrating our community’s love of food and fun.
The Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce the return of the popular 2025 Food Truck Extravaganza, taking place on Saturday, June 14 at the Washington County Fairgrounds. This must-attend event brings together a diverse lineup of food trucks, live entertainment, family-friendly activities, and a vibrant atmosphere celebrating our community’s love of food and fun.
