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American Craft Fest St. Paul 2026

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 early-career 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 13–14, 2026

Tickets:
Free to all; registration required.

Location:
Union Depot, St. Paul, MN

Preview Party:
Details coming soon!

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Applications now open

Apply to sell your work at next year's event!

Participation is open to early-career artists and makers who create work that reflects the diversity of craft. Applications are open through December 2, 2025.

Members of ACC’s Early Career Artist Program are encouraged to apply!

Photo by Carina Lofgren

Craft fair 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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