Art Shows
City of Lakes Art Fair 2026: October 10–11 Guide
Plan a visit to the City of Lakes Art Fair at Bde Maka Ska, October 10–11, 2026: art, hours, transit, parking and access.
City of Lakes Art Fair 2026The second City of Lakes Art Fair lines the shore of Bde Maka Ska with original art, emerging artists and autumn lake views on October 10 and 11, 2026.
Plan your visit
- When: Saturday, October 10, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sunday, October 11, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
- Where: West Bde Maka Ska Parkway, Minneapolis, Minnesota.
- Artists: The organizer expects more than 175 artists, including about 30 emerging artists.
- Transit: Free Metro Transit passes are available from the organizer for each day; the B Line stops at Lake and Dean.
- Parking and access: Paid visitor lots and nearby street parking; free accessible parking in the main visitor lot. Artist booths are on step-free paved paths.
See the organizer’s 2026 fair page, visit plan and FAQs.
Art beside the lake
Homespun Events is bringing a large juried artist lineup to the lakeside path. The fair includes an emerging-artist section, a chance to discover newer makers alongside established exhibitors.
The program also includes live music, a kids’ area and a Harvest Market. The artist booths are the main destination, with the lake and fall color shaping the setting.
Getting there
West Bde Maka Ska Parkway closes to motor traffic from West Lake Street to Rose Lane during the fair. The organizer recommends walking, cycling or transit and offers free Metro Transit passes. If driving, check the visitor parking map; the north lot is reserved for artists.
Before you go
Check the organizer’s map and current artist directory before you leave. The site lists leashed dogs as welcome and describes step-free access to the artist booths.
Advance guide based on organizer information checked October 5, 2026. The featured image is original conceptual editorial art and does not document this event or participating artists’ work.