🌞 Your Guide to Summer Festivals in St. Paul & the Northeast Metro, 2025

Summer in Minnesota is fleeting, but it's packed with opportunities to get out there to connect and celebrate our vibrant communities. From art fairs to music festivals, parades to fireworks, there's opportunity all around us to try something new. Here's a list of local events to help you lean into the season:

🗓️ Summer Events in Order by Date

Good Neighbor Days – Hugo, MN

Date: June 6 – 8, 2025

Location: Lions Volunteer Park

Highlight: Parade on June 7 at 11:00 AM

Summary: Kick off summer with food trucks, carnival rides, live bands, a craft fair, RibFest and an talent show.

Website: goodneighbordays.com

Art in the Hollow – St. Paul, MN

Date: Saturday, June 7, 2025 | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Location: Swede Hollow Park

Summary: A grassroots art festival showcasing local artists, live performances, and cultural exhibits in a hidden gem of St. Paul's East Side.

Website: artinthehollow.org

Groovin’ In the Garden – St. Paul, MN

Dates: Wednesdays, June 11 – July 30, 2025 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Location: Marjorie McNeely Conservatory

Summary: Pack a picnic and dancing shoes, spread out a blanket & enjoy these FREE outdoor concerts in Como Park.

Website: comozooconservatory.org/groovin2025

Lowertown Sounds – St. Paul, MN

Dates: Thursdays, June 12 – August 14, 2025 | 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Location: Mears Park

Summary: A free, weekly summer concert series featuring local music, food trucks, and community vibes in downtown St. Paul.

Website: lowertownsounds.com

Manitou Days – White Bear Lake, MN

Dates: June 19 – July 4, 2025

Highlight: Grand Parade on June 20 at 6:30 PM

Summary: A cherished community festival with parades, beach dance, boat shows, and fireworks celebrating the lakeside spirit.

Website: manitoudays.com

MarketFest – White Bear Lake, MN

Dates: Thursdays, June 19 – July 31, 2025 | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Summary: A weekly summer street festival featuring live music, local vendors, food, and family activities in downtown White Bear Lake.

Website: marketfestwbl.com

Rosefest – Roseville, MN

Dates: June 23 – 29, 2025

Highlight: Party in the Park & fireworks on June 28

Summary: A week-long celebration with parades, concerts, runs, and community gatherings in Roseville's Central Park.

Website: cityofroseville.com/2564/Rosefest

Fête des Lacs – Centerville, MN

Dates: July 15 – 19, 2025

Summary: A lakeside celebration featuring a parade, fireworks, live music, and community activities in Centerville.

Website: facebook.com/fetedeslacs

Lumberjack Days – Stillwater, MN

Dates: July 17 – 20, 2025

Highlight: Parade on July 20 at 11:00 AM

Summary: A historic festival with lumberjack shows, live music, a parade, and riverfront activities in Stillwater.

Website: lumberjackdays.com

Slice of Shoreview – Shoreview, MN

Dates: July 25 – 27, 2025

Location: Island Lake County Park

Summary: A community festival with live music, a parade, carnival rides, and fireworks in Shoreview.

Website: sliceofshoreview.com

Canadian Days – Little Canada, MN

Dates: August 1 – 3, 2025

Highlight: Parade on August 3 at 12:00 PM

Summary: Celebrating community in Little Canada with a sport tournaments, a parade, 5K, live music, and events at Spooner Park in Little Canada.

Website littlecanadamn.org/675/Canadian-Days

Vadnais Heights Days – Vadnais Heights, MN

Dates: August 11 – 17, 2025

Highlight: Parade on August 17 at 12:00 PM

Summary: A family-friendly festival with music, food, and community spirit in Vadnais Heights.

Website: cityvadnaisheights.com/459/Vadnais-Heights-Days

Minnesota State Fair – Falcon Heights, MN

Dates: August 21 – September 1, 2025

Summary: The “Great Minnesota Get-Together” with food, rides, concerts, and exhibits, drawing over a million visitors annually.

Website: mnstatefair.org

☀️ See You Out There!

Summer in Minnesota is a time to embrace community, culture, and the outdoors. Whether you're dancing at Manitou Days, exploring art at Swede Hollow Park, or savoring treats at the State Fair, these events offer countless opportunities to create lasting memories. So grab your calendar, invite your friends and family, and make the most of the season. We’ll see you out there!