Minnesota Grown

FEAST!
2025-11-01 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Mayo Civic Center, Rochester, MN, United States
Don’t miss our 12th annual local foods festival for all ages, where you can sip, sample and shop the taste of the region!
Peruse local foods from IA, WI & MN to sample, shop and stock up—cheese, chocolate, craft alcohol & much more—make great gifts for the holidays, and is a wonderful way to support small, community-focused food businesses. Make a day of it with kids’ activities, cooking demos and prizes.

Mayo Civic Center, Rochester, Minn.Sat, Nov 1, 2025, 10am-4pm

Advance tickets available NOW through 5pm on Friday, Oct. 31 at https://www.local-feast.org/buytickets.

General admission
Advance, online: $10
At the door: $12
VIP admission (includes alcohol sampling)*
In advance, online: $30
At the door: $35
*Comes with complimentary FEAST! commemorative sampling glass

Visit the Directory to see which fantastic foods and beverage makers will be there: https://www.local-feast.org/directory

Details at https://www.local-feast.org/festival

Ferndale Market TurkeyFest
2025-11-21 09:00 - 2025-11-26 18:00 | Ferndale Market, 31659 Willow Trail, Cannon Falls, MN 55009, Cannon Falls, Minnesota, 55009, United States
Pick up your FRESH Thanksgiving turkey and other local foods (including smoked turkey, gravy, pie, and more) at our annual TurkeyFest!
The celebration will take place at our on-farm market in Cannon Falls, MN from November 21st to November 26th, 9am to 6pm each day. This year’s TurkeyFest will feature a food truck from 11am to 2pm each day, including The Brick Oven Bus, The Bleu Dog Café and GastroTruck. Guests will have the opportunity to sample foods each day (9am to 3pm) from our local vendors, like CannonBelles, Groveland Confections, Lowry Hills Provisions, and Milton Creamery.
Visit our website to reserve your fresh turkey and other Thanksgiving items. We look forward to seeing you on the farm!

We Are the Harvest: A Sankofa Celebration
2025-11-22 10:00 - 16:00 | Mississippi Gateway Regional Park, 10360 West River Road, Brooklyn Park, MN, 55444, United States
We Are the Harvest: A Sankofa Celebration is a vibrant, multigenerational event that honors the rich legacy of Black farmers, entrepreneurs, and community builders — past, present, and future. Rooted in the spirit of Sankofa — a call to remember our roots while moving forward with intention — this gathering is a joyful tribute to Black resilience, excellence, and collective growth.
Join us for a full day of:
-A marketplace featuring Black-owned businesses and artisans
-Cultural demonstrations and legacy storytelling
-Youth and family activities, arts, and learning stations
-Community resource tables and empowerment tools
-Panel discussions on farming, business, and community futures
-Music, food, and a celebration of Black joy

S'mores & Santa
2025-11-28 10:00 - 2025-11-30 16:00 | Sargent’s on 2nd, 1811 2nd St SW, Rochester, MN, 55902, United States
Sargent’s is providing complimentary S’mores and Hot Chocolate for you to enjoy around our bonfire! Bring a friend and enjoy some treats!
Meet and Greet with Santa
Rumor has it that Santa will be taking time out of his busy schedule to hang out with us! He’ll be reading stories and wandering the greenhouse, spreading holiday cheer.
Drop-In Spruce Top Workshops
Stop in and create your own spruce-top porch pot with your choice of decor and design elements. Sargent’s staff will be available to help guide you!
Local Food & Drinks
As always, our friends at Café Aquí will be serving up their usual assortment of delicious drinks and baked goods. We’ll also have local food from The Compadres food truck.
Live Music & Entertainment
There’s nothing like some festive music to get you in the holiday spirit. Each day features a local musician bringing their unique sound to the Sargent’s stage.
