Sauk Centre Art Festival

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2026 UPDATE:

Thank you to everyone who came out to make this festival year great! We can't believe it is over already. Thank you to our sponsors: MN National Bank, Bear Paw Wind, Hubbard Radio, Chambers Brown Law, Kraemer Lumber, Dan Welle, Visit Sauk Centre!

Thank you also to all the downtown businesses that participated, our excellent artists, the food trucks, volunteers, security team, Meire Grove Band, Ben Shirmers and Shannon Brunko, and everyone who lent us a hand in any way to make it come together.

Special Thanks to our friend Charlie Roth. He played music Saturday and Sunday when Kaiser could not. Kaiser, we hope you're feeling better!

That's a wrap! Thanks Sauk Centre!

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We're going to PAINT THE TOWN in 2026!

Every summer, the streets of Sauk Centre transform into a living canvas.

The Sauk Centre Festival of the Arts is a free, two-day celebration of creativity featuring live art, regional artist vendors, music, food, and interactive art experiences for all ages.

Join us August 29–30, 2026 from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. along Park Road and throughout Sinclair Lewis Park as professional artists create stunning large-scale works live. Watch the artwork emerge in real time, explore booths filled with handmade art from talented Midwest artists, enjoy local food trucks, and experience the vibrant creative spirit of Sauk Centre.

This year’s festival features a lineup of incredible artists from across the local area.

Whether you come to watch art come to life, find a one-of-a-kind handmade piece, or simply spend a beautiful weekend surrounded by art, the Sauk Centre Festival of the Arts has something for everyone.

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PLAN YOUR VISIT

LOCATION:

The Sauk Centre Festival of the Arts takes place throughout Sinclair Lewis Park and downtown Historic Main Street, & Sinclair Lewis Ave. in Sauk Centre, Minnesota.

Dates: August 29–30, 2026
Hours: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Artist vendors will be set up throughout the park selling their handmade work, while our artists create large-scale works of mural art live on local business windows. Visitors are welcome to walk through the festival and watch the artwork come to life throughout the day.

PARKING

Parking is available in several nearby public lots:

• Sinclair Lewis Park lot
• City Administration lot
• The Sinclair Lot near Sinclair Lewis Avenue and Oak Street

All are just a short walk from the festival. Street parking is also available throughout the surrounding neighborhood. To avoid being towed, please do not park in alleys or behind businesses or block residential driveways.

FREE ADMISSION

The Sauk Centre Festival of the Arts is free and open to the public.

WEATHER

The festival takes place rain or shine.

If severe weather requires changes or cancellation, updates will be posted on our website, Facebook, and Instagram pages.

PHOTOGRAPHY

We encourage visitors to photograph the live art and all the interactive elements of the festival.

Each artist’s social media information will be displayed next to their artwork and on our website, so please tag the artist and the festival when sharing your photos.

Artist Vendors have their own wishes regarding their artwork - please ask each vendor before photographing their artwork.

TYPES OF ART

The festival features handmade work from regional artists across the Midwest, including:

• Painting
• Pottery
• Jewelry
• Fiber arts
• Woodworking
• Glass art
• Photography
• Mixed media and more

Can I tip the artists?

Yes! Our artists work for hours creating their incredible pieces, and tips and donations are greatly appreciated.

Each artist square will have a tip jar and/or QR code where you can support them directly. All donations go straight to the artists.

FOOD

A variety of food trucks and local vendors will be on site throughout the festival, plus for sit-down options indoors, there are several places downtown to visit: Jitters, Palmer House

TYPES OF VISITORS

The festival is designed for all ages and includes interactive art, live demonstrations, music, and activities throughout the park.

Well-behaved pets on leashes are welcome in the park and on downtown sidewalks. Not all businesses allow pets, so please ask first. Please be mindful of the artwork and crowded areas. Don't forget doggie bags!

RESTROOMS

Yes. Public restrooms are available in Sinclair Lewis Park.

How can I become a sponsor or volunteer?

We welcome community support! Visit our Sponsor or Volunteer pages to learn how you can get involved.

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