American Craft Fest St. Paul
American Craft Fest St. Paul
Explore regional craft culture and engage with hands-on activities at this free, all-ages event.
June 8–9, 2024
Union Depot, St. Paul, MN
214 4th Street East, Saint Paul, MN 55101
American Craft Fest is the summer’s best opportunity to discover handmade objects by up-and-coming makers from across the region. Visitors will shop extraordinary work by more than 30 emerging artists, participate in fun and educational hands-on activities led by local arts organizations, and savor local beer, beverages, and food-truck fare.
This new family-friendly event builds upon ACC’s history of bringing together the vibrant craft community in the Twin Cities to celebrate the artful work of the human hand.
The event is free and open to the public, with a special preview event taking place before doors open on Saturday. Advance registration is suggested for both the public fest and the preview event. Walk-up tickets will be available.
PREVIEW EVENT
Saturday, June 8 | 9:30–11 a.m.
The Waiting Room at the Union Depot
Beat the crowds and join us before the doors open on Saturday!
- First dibs on amazing craft from up-and-coming makers
- Complimentary brunch beverage and ACC tote bag to carry your purchases
- Music and live demos
Preview Event tickets are $30 ($15 for ACC members). General Admission registration not needed with purchase of Preview Event tickets.
CRAFT FEST HIGHLIGHTS
30+ HANDS-ON ACTIVITIES
Experience craft up close through free, hands-on activities and live demonstrations led by local arts organizations, including:
- Shoemaking with artist Amara Hark-Weber
- Make-and-take activities with the American Swedish Institute
- Broom-making with Fireweed Community Woodshop
- Weaving with the Textile Center
- Stained glass demonstration with Foci Minnesota Center for Glass Art
- Screenprinting activities
- and more!
EMERGING ARTISTS MARKET
Shop unique handmade goods from more than 30 up-and-coming artists and makers from across the country working in basketry, ceramics, clothing, furniture, glass, metal, and textiles. Discover something special and find a perfect handmade treasure to take home with you.
FOOD & DRINK
Explore local culinary delights from Twin Cities creators like Cocoa Flake, Marigold, Northstar Kombucha, and more! A selection of food and craft drinks will also be available for purchase.
PARKING & TRANSPORTATION
- Join us in the Waiting Room, accessible from the 4th Street entrance or Parking Lots A and B.
- Parking details can be found here, along with a map of rates and EV charging locations. There will be a Saints baseball game on Sunday afternoon, so Lots C & D will fill up quickly. Information on rates for the Lowertown Parking Ramp can be found here.
- Bike parking will be available on the East Plaza.
- Take the Green Line to the 4th Street entrance of Union Depot.
Art by Emily McBride Glass. Photo courtesy of artist.
Textile artist weaves on a loom. Photo by Max Franz.
Ceramic plate by Bri Larson Art. Photo courtesy of artist.
With generous support from the Windgate Charitable Foundation and the Minnesota State Arts Board.