Save the date:

Jan 29–
Feb 8, 2026

Minneapolis & Saint Paul

The Great Northern is here in every season

While our next winter festival will take place January 29 - Feb 8, 2026, we’re not going anywhere! Take a look at our calendar for a full list of our year-round events.

Join us on East Lake Street this summer!

Lake Street Lift and The Great Northern have partnered to support East Lake Street organizations, artists, and cultural leaders through the Festival Producer Incubator, as part of our shared commitment to community.

This program provides grants and mentorship to local festival organizers, delivering financial and operational resources for six Lake Street festivals taking place from May to July 2026. We invite you to join us at these participating festivals.

Featured
Midtown Arts & Music Festival
May 16
Midtown Arts & Music Festival

Presented by The Midtown Global Market, the Midtown Arts & Music Festival is a vibrant three-day arts and music festival in Spring 2025. The event will be packed with performances, workshops, and immersive activities, all celebrating the diverse cultures represented in the Market's community. Learn more at MidtownGlobalMarket.org

Roots, Rock, & Deep Blues Festival
Jun 7
Roots, Rock, & Deep Blues Festival

This award winning music, food and arts festival features an eclectic mix of the best local, regional and national entertainment across seven stages, and a wide variety of local craft food and beverage options. Check out this unique summer celebration of performance, craft, and culinary art. Learn more at thehookmpls.com.

Soul of the Southside
Jun 19
Soul of the Southside

The Soul of the Southside Festival is packed with powerful experiences celebrating Black culture, creativity, and community. From immersive art and music to wellness and education, our events are designed to inspire, connect, and uplift. Learn more at soulofthesouthside.org.

Stay up to date with all the music, public art, outdoor, and climate action news happening in Minnesota and the region. In addition to our winter festival, The Great Northern is present at year-round events. We love to connect with our audience in every season.

Check out our event calendar or join our mailing list to learn more.

Stay connected year-round

Let the climate
change you.

The Great Northern is grounded in the celebration of Minnesota’s unique climate and winter traditions. As an organization, we are deeply committed to addressing climate change and fostering community dialogue about the future of our environment and our region.