Rivertown Fall Art Festival 2026

The Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce presents its long-standing Rivertown Fall Art Festival, attracting more than 10,000 people from Minnesota, Western Wisconsin, and throughout the Midwest. Located in beautiful historic downtown Stillwater, Minnesota along the scenic St. Croix River, this juried fine art festival showcases over 200 artisans displaying specialty hand-crafted items including ceramics, clay, culinary arts, drawing, fiber work, glass, jewelry, metal, mixed media, painting, photography, pottery, wood, and other mediums. The festival takes place Saturday and Sunday, October 3-4, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days in Lowell Park.

Artist amenities include Friday afternoon setup, volunteer assistance with move in/move out, artist packet with details and event layout map, complimentary coffee and breakfast items both days, artist awards, booth sitters available for breaks, live music and entertainment, beer and wine tent, and food selections onsite. Booth spaces are approximately 10' x 10' with single booth fees at $425, double 10' x 20' booths at $755, and limited corner booths for an additional $50. A $50 non-refundable application fee applies, with a $40 late fee if applicable.

Artists must provide their own booth setup and be present during show hours. No power is provided and generators are not permitted. Ground stakes are not allowed; booth sandbags or other appropriate wind resistance with a minimum weight of 40 lbs. per corner pole is required. Check-in is Friday from 12:00 noon to 7 p.m. or Saturday from 6:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. Artists will be notified via email regarding application status, and accepted participants will be posted on the festival website. Once accepted and paid, no refunds will be given.