Minnehaha Falls Art Fair 2026

Minnehaha Falls Art Fair takes place July 17-19, 2026 at Minnehaha Falls Regional Park in Minneapolis. The event features approximately 275 artist booths set up in the field near Sea Salt Eatery and the Minnehaha Pavilion. Hours are Friday 3pm-8pm, Saturday 10am-7pm, and Sunday 10am-5pm. The park attracts more than 850,000 visitors annually and features a 53-foot waterfall, limestone bluffs, and river overlooks.

Artists must submit five images (four of current work and one booth image) along with a $35 non-refundable jury fee per media category. Work will be judged on process, creativity, originality, difficulty, and overall design. Approximately 275 artists will be selected from an average of 470 applications. Award winners from 2025 are invited first, with remaining slots filled through competitive jury. Three awards are given: Best in Show, Best Booth Presentation, and Most Engaging. Award winners receive automatic entry and 50% off booth fees for 2027.

Booth fees are $425 for a single 10x10 booth or $850 for a double 10x20 booth, with some premium and discounted options available. All artists must offer items under $30 at their booth and may only sell work represented in their application within their juried media category. The event is zero waste—artists cannot use non-compostable or non-recyclable items, including plastic bags for customer purchases. Artists must be onsite during the festival, provide their own tent that can withstand wind and rain, and keep booths open all hours. No AI art or buy/sell items are permitted. Application deadline is March 29, 2026. Booth fee and contract deadline is May 8, 2026. Full refunds available for cancellations by May 22; 50% refunds for cancellations between May 22 and June 12; no refunds after June 12.