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American Craft Fest St. Paul 2025

Explore regional craft culture and engage with hands-on activities at this free, all-ages event.

American Craft Fest is the summer’s best opportunity to discover craft from across the region. Participate in fun hands-on activities for all ages led by local arts partners, shop handmade work by more than 50 emerging artists, and savor local beverages and food truck fare.

ACC members receive great access benefits to events throughout the country.
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Event details.

Dates:
June 28 & 29, 2025

Hours:
Saturday, June 28, 2025, 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
Sunday, June 29, 2025, 11 a.m.–4 p.m.

Admission:
Free and open to the public

Location:
Union Depot, St. Paul, MN

Preview Party:
Saturday, June 28, 9:30–11 a.m.
Ticketed; complimentary drink included

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    Emerging artist market.

    Shop unique handmade goods from up-and-coming regional artists and makers working in basketry, ceramics, clothing, furniture, glass, metal, and textiles. Discover something special and find a perfect handmade treasure to take home with you.

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Become a sponsor.

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Connect with participants and support the diverse craft community through support of this all-ages  event.

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Volunteer at American Craft Fest.

Contribute to the success of one of Minnesota’s most exciting summer events!

Volunteering with ACC is a great way to use your knowledge, skills, and talents to support craftspeople.

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Join early at the Preview Party

Beat the crowds and enjoy some live music, food, and drink!

Find connection, joy, and inspiration at this celebration of regional craft culture! Get the first look at one-of-a-kind work by up-and-coming makers as you enjoy live music from Renee Vaughan and the Nordstär Ensemble, and delicious pastries, sip a complimentary coffee, mimosa, or juice, and try your hand at interactive craft projects with friends old and new.

Details:
Saturday, June 28, 9:30–11 a.m.

Individual: $30 non-members / $25 members
Preview with friends: $100 for four tickets
ACC members are eligible to receive $5 off. Can’t find your code? Click here to retrieve.

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2025 Harlan Boss Artists

Don't miss the newest awardees at the fest!

With support from the Harlan Boss Foundation for the Arts, ACC provides financial and professional development resources to early career craft artists residing in Minnesota who are Black, Indigenous, or Persons of Color (BIPOC) or otherwise historically underrepresented. This initiative enriches our regional community by fostering sustainable craft-centered careers.

As a part of this opportunity, the four 2025 Harlan Boss Emerging Artists will show and sell their work at this year’s fest!

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Show awards.

Explore juried awards and grants offered to American Craft Fest exhibitors.
  • With support from the Harlan Boss Foundation for the Arts, ACC provides financial and professional development resources to early career craft artists residing in Minnesota who are Black, Indigenous, or Persons of Color (BIPOC) or otherwise historically underrepresented. This initiative enriches our regional community by fostering sustainable craft-centered careers.

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