10:30 am Cole Thomas
Piano with personality. Pianist & Singer.

12:00 pm North Star Lions
Chinese Lion Dancers

Just added near Salsa A La Salsa
12:00 pm Guitarra en el Barrio.
Guitarists performing Latino music with skill & passion.

1:00 pm Ina Yukka
Ina-Yukka is a mother and son duet which performs traditional folk music from South America and the "Nueva Canción" movement.

3:00 pm Ballet Folklorico
A vibrant and colorful dance with a combination of ballet and folkloric technique that displays the beauty and essence of Mexico’s heritage.

3:45 pm Los Rebeldes Duo
Part of the long-running Los Rebeldes musical collective, Los Rebeldes DUO blends Conjunto, Tejano, and Chicano influences into a lively, accordion-driven sound rooted in Mexican folk traditions, polkas, and regional Tex-Mex music.

5:00 pm CAAM Chinese Dance Theater
Chinese dance draws from the traditions of more than 56 distinct ethnic groups, as well as influences from traditional Chinese opera, martial arts and ballet. Professionally choreographed performances celebrate the richness and beauty of Chinese cultural heritage.

5:45pm The Metros
An upbeat and energetic blend of R&B favorites, delivering fun, feel-good vibes.

11:30 am Robert Everest
Brazillian, West African, Jazz and flamenco guitar.

1:00 pm Hindu Society MN Dance
Dances from Egypt and the South West Asia and North Africa.

1:45 pm Aquarelle of Samba
Aquarelle of Samba is the heartbeat of Brazilian culture, a living expression of rhythm, ancestry, and celebration.

2:15 pm Charles Bell Sr.
Charles Bell has been inspiring audiences since age six, using his gift for piano.

3:00 pm KNOWN Mpls
Known MPLS is a vibrant community project & Gospel Choir.

3:45 pm Philip BLOODBROTHER Westfall
Uniquely talented, must-see & hear one man band.

Join renowned Minneapolis-based master puppeteer, mask-maker, and multidisciplinary theater artist Gustavo Boada for a hands-on community art experience at the Midtown Arts & Music Festival!

Help build the papier-mâché body of a giant puppet and be part of a collaborative work of art inspired by the traditions of large-scale puppetry. Originally from Peru, Gustavo brings decades of experience creating vibrant puppets, masks, and theatrical works that engage and inspire communities.

• Saturday: 11:30 AM–3:30 PM

• Sunday: 12:00 PM–4:00 PM

Free • All Ages • Drop in and help bring this larger-than-life creation to life!

Listen, Draw & Dance- presented by The Story Table Foundation

Fun & Meaningful Engagement for Kids!
Programs start on the hour.
Saturday 11am thru 4pm
Sunday Noon thru 4pm

Enjoy Henna arts from Kahani Events & Design. https://www.kahanievents.com/henna

Saturday: Noon - 5pm
Sunday: Noon -5pm

The third annual Lake Street Mural Day is June 13th, 2026, from 10:30 am - 2:30 pm. This 4-hour free family-friendly event will feature self- and guided mural tours, mural-themed games, and more among 35+ businesses at the Midtown Global Market!

Saturday, June 13
10:30 am - 2:30 pm
Midtown Global Market

Guided Tours:

• 11 am - English & Spanish

• 1 pm English

Art Buddies
Hands-on Art activities
Saturday 11am-5pm

ARTrageous Adventures
Kids art creations
Saturday 11am-5pm
Sunday Noon-4pm

New Horizon Academy
Kids craft activities
Saturday 11am-5pm
Sunday Noon-4pm

Free Facepainting from WEE Paints!
https://www.facebook.com/WeePaintsxKarniKrew/

Saturday Noon-5pm

Sunday Noon - 5pm

See the List!

Enjoy global eats, unique shops, and convenient services at Midtown Global Market—your one-stop stop for food, shopping, and festival essentials during the Midtown Arts & Music Festival.

Midtown Global Market is located at 920 E. Lake Street, Minneapolis, MN 55407

PARKING OPTIONS

Parking Ramp at 10th Avenue and E. Lake Street -Midtown Parking Garage
Rates:
0-1.5 hour: $2
1.5-2 hours: $4
2-2.5 hours: $7
2.5-3 hours: $8
3-4 hours: $9

Metered surface lot on Elliot Avenue & E. Lake Street

There is a metered surface parking lot on Elliot Avenue near Lake Street, right by Midtown Global Market. This lot is not a ramp — it’s a surface (ground-level) lot where drivers can park and pay


General Street Parking

• On-street parking is available nearby — Minneapolis operates many metered street parking spaces on surrounding streets (often with time limits and pay-by-meter rules).

• Time limits, rates, and enforcement hours vary by block — always check posted signs before leaving your vehicle.

• Minneapolis meters may be free on City-observed holidays, but municipal holidays don’t always apply to all spaces — signs will indicate enforcement details.

Customers get ONE-HOUR of FREE RAMP PARKING courtesy of Friends of Global Market!
Ask any vendor for a free parking pass.

Event Hours:

Saturday: 10am-7pm
Sunday: 11am-5pm

Market Hours
Monday thru Saturday: 10am-8pm and Sunday: 11am-6pm.
Individual business hours vary.

Extended Breakfast Hours

Mapps Coffee Mon-Fri 8am-2pm, Sat 10am-2pm & Sun CLOSED

Andy’s Garage Mon-Fri 7am-6pm, Sat & Sun 9am-6pm

Join us for a weekend of arts, music, dance, food and culture—all indoors at Midtown Global Market!

Limited space is available for local artists, makers and Minnesota-based arts organizations to participate in this exciting community event. Opportunities are open to professionals, beginners and educators alike.

This free, family-friendly event offers a unique platform to showcase local talent. A variety of space options are available to display work and engage with the public. Space sizes and configurations vary based on availability. Multicultural art is highly encouraged!
Midtown Arts & Music Festival Artist Application

At Friends of Global Market, we celebrate the diversity that makes our community vibrant. We warmly welcome volunteers from all cultures, backgrounds, identities, and life experiences. Midtown Global Market is a place where many traditions, languages, and stories come together, and we believe our volunteer community should reflect that same richness. Whether you are new to the community or have lived here your whole life, you belong here — and your presence helps create a more inclusive and connected experience for everyone.

Volunteer — Friends Of Global Market

FAQ’s

Have questions about the Midtown Arts & Music Festival? Our FAQ page has everything you need to plan your perfect festival experience — from parking and ticket info to vendor details, performance schedules, accessibility, and more. Whether you’re attending for the first time or returning for another unforgettable weekend, we’ve got the answers to help you make the most of the festival.