It is the height of the summer, and events in the Twin Cities abound. These fairs, festivals, and flower-making workshops make August a true celebration of creativity and craft.
Sip N Bloom Floral Workshop, Hewing Hotel
David Kisan, master florist and founder of Sip N Bloom, will host a special Artist in Residence floral workshop at Hewing Hotel Aug. 6. Discover techniques that professional florists use and leave the event with a beautiful arrangement of seasonal flowers and foliage to enjoy at home. Tickets are required. Thursday, Aug. 6, 6-7:30 p.m. @ Hewing Hotel, Minneapolis, sip-n-bloom.com
Uptown Art Fair
The Uptown Art Fair returns this year, reimagined and revitalized, bringing together artists, performers, neighbors, and partners to celebrate the creative community. This year’s event features an expanded neighborhood footprint, spanning Lake of the Isles, The Mall, and Hennepin Avenue. It also puts particular focus on immersive public art and local business engagement. In addition to exploring art from both local and national vendors, attendees can experience live entertainment and food and drink. Entry to the event is free, as are rides with Metro Transit to the fair and parking shuttles. Aug. 7-9; Friday 1-7 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. @ Lake of the Isles + The Mall in Minneapolis, uptownminneapolis.org
Minneapolis Vintage Market at Utepils Brewing
Join an outdoor summer market featuring the best in vintage clothing, accessories, and home goods at Utepils Brewing in Minneapolis. In addition to shopping, coffee, food, and drinks will be available for purchase, and a pop-up photo booth and DJ add to the fun. Tickets are required for all attendees—free for general admission, and paid for early bird ticket holders, who can enter one hour before the general public. Sunday, Aug. 9, 12-4 p.m. (11 a.m. start for early bird ticket holders) @ Utepils Brewing, Minneapolis, mplsvintagemarket.com
Minnesota State Fair
Minnesota State Fair
The “Great Minnesota Get-Together” is back this month with new foods, shopping experiences, and special events. For home and design inspiration, make sure to stop by the Grandstand, Home Improvement Building, or Merchandise Mart. Plus, browse local handcrafted goods at the West End Market and International Bazaar. Tickets required. Aug. 27-Sept. 7, 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. @ State Fairgrounds in St. Paul, mnstatefair.org
American Pottery Festival
Northern Clay Center
In its 28th year, the annual American Pottery Festival brings together ceramic artists from across the United States, showcasing the best in contemporary ceramics. Attendees can discover work from 15 artists, browse galleries, and purchase pieces in person or online. Throughout the weekend, attendees can also connect with artists through talks, workshops, demonstrations, and informal gallery conversations. Some of these are ticketed events—browse the various events here. Friday, Aug. 28-Sunday, Aug. 30; hours vary—free exhibition and sale hours Saturday and Sunday are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. @ Northern Clay Center in Minneapolis, nccshop.org
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