Next top Must-Attend Events in Minnesota

As the birthplace of the Mississippi River, Minnesota has an endless supply of natural beauty. Water plays a major role in the state; there are over 12,000 lakes dotting the landscape of Minnesota. However, visitors and residents don't have to restrict themselves to outdoor attractions; Minnesota plays host to an abundance of festivals, museums, cultural attractions and exciting events throughout the year.

  • St. Paul River Centre Saint Paul, MN 55101 in Saint Paul, MN

A name as grand as the "Festival of Nations" demands a big-time event. Saint Paul delivers with the nation's very largest multicultural event at the Saint Paul RiverCenter. Over a hundred ethnic groups contribute dancers, cuisine, music, crafts, and folklore to this jam-packed four-day event. This is truly a festival that celebrates the diversity of America.

  • Minneapolis, MN

For 70 years, the Aquatennial has been a ten-day, mid-summer event celebrating the numerous lakes within the city limits of Minneapolis. Intrepid competitors race their boats fashioned from milk cartons. Others compete with their artistic sandcastle creations. Water ski shows and beach parties add to the revelry. Enjoy classic cars and fireworks too.

  • Duluth, Minnesota in Duluth, MN

Lake Superior, the largest freshwater lake in the world, is the backdrop for what has become one of the very largest outdoor music festivals in the entire Midwest. Two concert stages feature non-stop performances by nearly 30 nationally-known acts. The Moonlight Mardi Gras Cruise is unforgettable for those that participate. About 20 local nightclubs feature live Blues throughout the event.

  • Harriet Island Regional Park Saint Paul, MN 55102 in Saint Paul, MN

No other Irish festival in the United States surpasses this magnificent celebration of Irish culture that began in 2001. Don't miss the "Best Legs In A Kilt" competition. Enjoy those vying for the title at "Irish Got Talent." Bands, beer, and boiled beef are standard fare at this three-day celebration. The Jameson Whiskey Experience tent is a "must see" for many.

  • 1265 Snelling Avenue North Saint Paul, MN 55108 in Saint Paul, MN

This annual twelve-day event convenes the best of Minnesota's artisans, farmers, and entertainers. With the fair's attendance approaching 1.8 million, few other fairs or expositions on the planet can compete with the sheer magnitude and the popularity of the Minnesota State Fair.

Main cities in Minnesota

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Minneapolis, MN
2601 events
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Saint Paul, MN
2139 events
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Duluth, MN
308 events
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Rochester, MN
234 events
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Fergus Falls, MN
154 events
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Hopkins, MN
152 events
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Osseo, MN
140 events
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Mankato, MN
138 events
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Saint Cloud, MN
123 events
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Brainerd, MN
120 events
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Burnsville, MN
110 events
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Anoka, MN
102 events
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Buffalo, MN
102 events
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Bemidji, MN
96 events
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Circle Pines, MN
93 events
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Stillwater, MN
90 events
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Eden Prairie, MN
86 events
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Willmar, MN
80 events
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Northfield, MN
70 events
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Minnetonka, MN
63 events
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Osakis, MN
60 events
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Austin, MN
58 events
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Moorhead, MN
58 events
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Faribault, MN
56 events

Counties in Minnesota

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ANOKA
15 cities
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BECKER
3 cities
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BELTRAMI
4 cities
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BENTON
4 cities
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BLUE EARTH
8 cities
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BROWN
2 cities
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CARLTON
4 cities
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CARVER
13 cities
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CASS
5 cities
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CHIPPEWA
1 cities
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CHISAGO
11 cities
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CLAY
8 cities
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CLEARWATER
1 cities
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COOK
1 cities
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CROW WING
18 cities
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DAKOTA
16 cities
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DODGE
4 cities
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DOUGLAS
6 cities
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FILLMORE
9 cities
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FREEBORN
14 cities
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GOODHUE
8 cities
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HENNEPIN
41 cities
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HOUSTON
4 cities
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HUBBARD
1 cities
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ISANTI
1 cities
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ITASCA
5 cities
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KANABEC
1 cities
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KANDIYOHI
10 cities
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LAC QUI PARLE
5 cities
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LAKE
1 cities
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LE SUEUR
3 cities
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LYON
7 cities
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MARTIN
3 cities
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MCLEOD
9 cities
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MEEKER
4 cities
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MILLE LACS
4 cities
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MORRISON
10 cities
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MOWER
11 cities
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NICOLLET
5 cities
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NOBLES
5 cities
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OLMSTED
5 cities
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OTTER TAIL
8 cities
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PENNINGTON
2 cities
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PINE
3 cities
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POLK
1 cities
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POPE
3 cities
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RAMSEY
11 cities
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REDWOOD
4 cities
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RENVILLE
1 cities
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RICE
8 cities
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ROCK
4 cities
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SAINT LOUIS
11 cities
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SCOTT
7 cities
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SHERBURNE
7 cities
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SIBLEY
3 cities
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STEARNS
21 cities
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STEELE
3 cities
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TODD
4 cities
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WABASHA
5 cities
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WADENA
2 cities
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WASECA
3 cities
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WASHINGTON
20 cities
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WATONWAN
1 cities
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WILKIN
3 cities
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WINONA
8 cities
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WRIGHT
17 cities
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YELLOW MEDICINE
1 cities
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