RIVERTOWN FALL ART FESTIVAL 2026-49th Annual

49th Annual Rivertown Fall Art Festival

Join us for the 49th Annual Rivertown Fall Art Festival, presented by the Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce. This beloved tradition attracts more than 10,000 visitors from Minnesota, Western Wisconsin, and throughout the Midwest each fall.

Set in the heart of historic downtown Stillwater, Minnesota, along the picturesque St. Croix River, the festival offers artists and attendees an unforgettable experience surrounded by vibrant autumn colors and one of the region's most charming riverfront destinations.

This juried Fine Art Festival features over 200 talented artists and makers presenting exceptional handcrafted work across a wide variety of mediums, including:

• Ceramics & Clay
• Culinary Arts
• Drawing
• Fiber Arts
• Glass
• Jewelry
• Metal
• Mixed Media
• Painting
• Photography
• Pottery
• Wood
• And other unique handcrafted creations

Visitors can enjoy much more than outstanding art, with:

• Beer & Wine Garden
• Delicious local food vendors
• Live music and entertainment throughout the weekend
• Easy access to Stillwater's award-winning Main Street, featuring art galleries, boutiques, specialty shops, and outstanding restaurants

Whether you're an artist looking to showcase your work or a visitor searching for a memorable fall weekend, the Rivertown Fall Art Festival offers an exceptional celebration of art, community, and the beauty of the St. Croix Valley.

Festival Hours

• Saturday, October 3, 2026: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
• Sunday, October 4, 2026: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

We look forward to celebrating 49 years of exceptional art, talented artists, and the vibrant community that makes the Rivertown Fall Art Festival one of the Midwest's premier fall art events.

Businesses! Event Sponsorships AVAILABLE NOW!
Projected Attendance: 10,000+ attendees, 75 volunteers, 200+ artists and vendors, sponsors, and staff
Audience: Local-residents, businesses and community members, tourists from across the Midwest

Sponsor the Stillwater Trolley that will shuttle guests to/from the Rivertown Fall Art Festival - $500