The Shoppes at Arbor Lakes

Arbor Lakes Art Fair Brings Vibrant Outdoor Celebration of Creativity to Maple Grove This July

24th Annual Arbor Lakes Art Fair&nbsp;
 The Maple Grove Arts Center and The Shoppes at Arbor Lakes invite the community to the 24th Annual Arbor Lakes Art Fair 2026. This vibrant, outdoor local community art fair brings together talented artists, artisans, and craftspeople. These creators will transform the shopping mall into a bustling marketplace filled with stunning artwork, handmade crafts, and one-of-a-kind treasures. The Arbor Lakes Art Fair is presented by Maple Grove Arts Center and hosted by The Shoppes at Arbor Lakes.&nbsp;

Visitors of all ages can enjoy engaging activities designed to spark inspiration and appreciation for the arts. The fair offers the perfect opportunity to connect with the creative community, support local talent, and experience art in an open, welcoming setting. Families will love the dedicated Kids Art Zone, sponsored by Experience Maple Grove. It’s a lively hands-on area where young creators can paint, craft and experiment. Plus, a live music stage will feature performances throughout both days of the fair, bringing rhythm, energy, and local talent to the streets.&nbsp;

		Saturday, July 18, 2026: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday, July 19, 2026: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

LIVE MUSIC: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/chuck.skajewski/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Chuck Skajewski</a> – Saturday 2-5 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.<a href="https://www.paulimholte.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> Paul Imholte</a> – Saturday 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.<a href="https://monicalynn-music.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> Monica Lynn</a> – Sunday 1-4 p.m.



WHERE:	 The Shoppes at Arbor Lakes Elm Creek Boulevard Maple Grove, MN 55369



MORE&nbsp;INFO: 	<a href="https://maplegroveartscenter.org/arbor-lakes-art-fair" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://maplegroveartscenter.org/arbor-lakes-art-fair</a>

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24th Annual Arbor Lakes Art Fair

Arbor Lakes Art Fair Brings Vibrant Outdoor Celebration of Creativity to Maple Grove This July

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<h3>Wheat Trail Festival Shines a Light on Mental Health in Rural Minnesota</h3>
<h3>Country Music Meets Advocacy in a Wide-Open Field</h3>
WHAT:		Wheat Trail Festival, Presented by The LIVIN Foundation&nbsp;
This is a unique two-day outdoor country music and camping festival that goes beyond entertainment to bring life-saving mental health conversations, education, and suicide prevention resources directly to Minnesota’s rural and farming communities.
Wheat Trail Festival was inspired by and is modeled after the successful LIVIN Music Festival, which began eight years ago and has grown into one of the region's leading music events dedicated to mental health awareness and suicide prevention. The LIVIN Foundation is a Minnesota non-profit organization dedicated to mental health awareness and suicide prevention. Founded in 2015 by Twin Cities radio personality Paul "PT" Thomas, the foundation’s primary mission is to eradicate the stigma associated with depression and mental illness.&nbsp;
<h3>The "Why": Understanding the Rural Mental Health Crisis</h3>
Farmers and rural residents face a unique, pressure-cooker environment: unpredictable weather, extreme financial volatility, long hours of isolation, and a historic lack of local mental health resources. According to data from the National Rural Health Association, the suicide rate among farmers is 3.5 times higher than that of the general population.
The Wheat Trail Festival was born to change that narrative. Modeled after the proven eight-year legacy of the LIVIN Foundation's signature event, this new Southern Minnesota chapter uses the universal language of country music to create an environment where conversations about mental wellness feel natural, hopeful, and entirely accessible.
WHEN:		July 24 – July 25, 2026
		Friday Gates Open at 5:00 p.m.&nbsp;
		Saturday Family Fun Day starts at 10:00 a.m.&nbsp;
		5:00 p.m. Entertainment starts&nbsp;

WHERE:	Festival Grounds
		16764 342nd Street
		Goodhue, Minnesota

MUSIC HEADLINERS
Friday:		Dylan Scott
Saturday:	Montgomery-Gentry, featuring Eddie Montgomery
*Plus 6 additional bands, both national and regional talent performing throughout the weekend!&nbsp;

<ul><li>Camping and family activities</li><li>Food trucks and BBQ competition</li><li>Cornhole tournament</li><li>LIVIN Foundation resource booths</li><li>Scenic rural Minnesota backdrop</li></ul>

TICKETS: <a href="https://www.universe.com/events/wheat-trail-festival-tickets-9K05V8?ref=share-widget-buffer" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.universe.com/events/wheat-trail-festival-tickets-9K05V8?ref=share-widget-buffer</a>
MORE INFO: <a href="https://www.universe.com/events/wheat-trail-festival-tickets-9K05V8?ref=share-widget-buffer" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.universe.com/events/wheat-trail-festival-tickets-9K05V8?ref=share-widget-buffer</a>
About The LIVIN Foundation
A 501(c)3 non-profit whose mission is to prevent suicide by creating quality connections through everyday conversations about mental health, by way of programs and partnerships. “We can’t change the past, but together we can affect the future!” The LIVIN Foundation hosts 2 annual events, the Wheat Trail Festival in July and The LIVIN Music Festival in September. Both support outreach programs such as the LIVIN Foundation’s retreats for individuals and families who have been affected by suicide. Learn more about the movement and get involved by visiting <a href="https://www.livinfoundation.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.livinfoundation.org</a>

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24th Annual Arbor Lakes Art Fair

JUL

18

10:00 AM

The Shoppes at Arbor Lakes, 12459 Elm Creek Blvd N, Maple Grove, MN

Wheat Trail Festival, Presented by The LIVIN Foundation

JUL

24

5:00 PM

16764 342nd St Way, Goodhue, MN