American Craft Fest 2025
American Craft Fest St. Paul 2025
Explore regional craft culture and engage with hands-on activities at this free, all-ages event.
American Craft Fest is the summer’s best opportunity to discover craft from across the region. Participate in fun hands-on activities for all ages led by local arts partners, shop handmade work by more than 50 emerging artists, and savor local beverages and food truck fare.
Hours:
Saturday, June 28, 2025, 11am–5pm
Sunday, June 29, 2025, 11am–4pm
Admission:
Free and open to the public
Location:
Union Depot, St. Paul, MN
Preview Party:
Saturday, June 28, 9:30–11am
Ticketed; complimentary drink included
$30 non-members / $25 members
Beat the crowds. Get an early look at one-of-a-kind work, enjoy a complimentary beverage, live music, and no lines for hands-on activities… plus door prizes!
This is a free event for all ages, but registration is required. Register in advance and purchase preview party tickets at craftcouncil.org/events/2025-american-craft-fest. Walk-up registration available Saturday and Sunday.
Activities and demonstrations will include:
• Canoe and paddle making with Urban Boatbuilders
• Pendant making with Foci Minnesota Center for Glass Arts
• Spoon forging and other demonstrations with Chicago Avenue Fire Arts Center
• Tin Type photography with Blkk Hand Tin Type
• Astrological readings by Silver Rising Astrology
• And more!
Attendees can shop the work of over 50 early career artists and discover a wide range of artistic styles. Whether you are craft enthusiast or simply looking for a fun weekend activity to do with friends and family, you can connect with makers while exploring mediums such as ceramics, glass, jewelry, clothing, and more.
Visitors can also enjoy local beverages and food truck fare at the event. Vendors will include:
• Gluten-free fair foods from Auntie M’s Gluten Free
• Eggrolls from Eggroll Queen
• Traditional Mexican fare from El Jefe Food Truck
• And more!
A full list of activities, artists, and vendors available at craftcouncil.org/events/2025-american-craft-fest.
