Upcoming Events
Bayfield Apple Festival
64th Annual Bayfield Apple Festival
Celebrate the fall harvest with us in Bayfield, Wisconsin! Enjoy various apple orchard events and tours, and come downtown for live music, food and craft vendors, and the Spectrum Carnival.
It’s the best time of year for those seeking autumn beauty and fall festivals, it’s Bayfield Apple Festival time! The Bayfield Chamber & Visitors Bureau and its stakeholders are excited to invite you to one of “Wisconsin’s Best Festivals,” coined by Wisconsin Trails Magazine. Enjoy food and craft vendors all weekend long, live music from Big Top Chautauqua's Blue Canvas Orchestra and other area musicians at Memorial Park Gazebo for Concerts by the Lake. Don't miss the crowning of the Apple Festival Queen and/or King, the Spectrum Carnival and the Grand Parade down historic Rittenhouse Avenue on Sunday to wrap up the weekend's events!
Watermark Art Festival
Previously known as “Art in the Park” this juried fine art and craft fair has been a summer highlight for Northern Minnesotan residents and tourists since 1967. Vendors sell a wide variety of items including hand-crafted wood items, ceramics, apparel, jewelry, photography, metalworking, greeting cards, homemade preserves, soaps, stained glass, original paintings, garden art and more!
The two-day festival transforms historic Library Park and the Watermark Art Center grounds into a vibrant festival drawing thousands to Downtown Bemidji. In addition to exceptional art, both indoors and out, visitors can enjoy hands-on activities, demonstrations, live music, a food court, and outdoor picnic area.
MacRostie Downtown Art Fair
ART, MUSIC, & FOOD | REGIONAL VENDORS
Over forty regional artist vendors will be on site from 9 am to 4 pm displaying and selling artwork including painting, glass, woodworking, pottery, jewelry, photography, and more.
Food vendors, Singing Chihuahua Tacos and Borealis Creamery with Heroes Rise Coffee, will be serving at the event.
Live music will be featured throughout the day starting with the Grand Rapids Community Big Band at 10 am. Local favorite, Sam Miltich will play with fellow guitarist Briand Morrison from 1 to 3 pm.
HANDS-ON ACTIVITIES & GAMES | FREE FOR ALL AGES
Art Fair patrons of all ages are invited to celebrate their creativity with free hands-on activities throughout the day including an art activity with MAC art instructors. No art experience or pre-registration is necessary.
The event will also include lawn games and demonstrations from local artists.
RAFFLE | SUPPORT MACROSTIE ART CENTER
An art raffle, with proceeds benefiting the MacRostie Art Center to help bring the arts to the local community, will be held throughout the day. $5 raffle tickets can be purchased in advance at MacRostie Art Center or at the Art Fair on July 11 for a chance to win.
Raffle winners will be announced beginning at 3 pm.
Off the Rails Market
Get ready for a unique holiday shopping experience at the December Off the Rails Market, located in the historic Northern Pacific Center. This event showcases a diverse selection of handmade, handcrafted, and unique gifts from talented artisans and small business owners throughout Minnesota. Discover one-of-a-kind treasures as you browse through booths filled with handmade crafts, cozy textiles, original artwork, home decor, and gourmet treats, kitchenware, clothing, and so much more! Find the perfect gifts for everyone on your list while supporting local makers and small businesses. Enjoy live music, delicious food and drinks, and a festive atmosphere that will put you in the holiday spirit. Bring your friends and family along for a fun day of shopping and creating lasting memories. The December Off the Rails Market is more than just a shopping destination – it's a celebration of creativity, community, and the joy of the holiday season.
Learn more at: https://www.northernpacificcenter.com/upcoming-events/off-the-rails-market-2025.