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Art & Craft Affair
Always the second Saturday of August

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Art & Craft Affair 2026
Saturday, August 8, 2026  9am-4pm


The Art & Craft Affair in downtown Battle Lake was launched in 1977 by the Art of the Lakes Association. This great one day show draws about 80 vendors and 5,000 visitors annually.  Always held the ​2nd Saturday of August at Railroad Park, located at MN Hwy 78 and County Rd 83 in Battle Lake, Minnesota.

The Art & Craft Affair offers display vendors an opportunity to market  handmade original arts and crafts, and gives fairgoers of all ages and economic status an opportunity to enjoy a unique shopping and discovery experience.
  • Hand-made art and craft items!
  • Food and beverages!
  • Farmers market!
  • Creative activities for kids!
  • Free to attend!
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Vendor Applications 2027
Important Dates
  • May 15, 2027 Jury selection begins
  • June 1 Acceptance notification begins
  • July 15 Booth prices increase by $15
  • August 1 Booth assignment sent (no refunds after this date)
  • August 14 Art & Craft Affair 2027
Apply here for 2027
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  • Home
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  • Classes
    • Youth Classes
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    • Prairie Lakes Plein Air 2026 >
      • 2026 PLPA Artist Registration
    • Studio Tour >
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    • Art & Craft Affair
  • Support
  • Contact
  • News
  • For Artists
    • Gallery Sitting
    • Become a Teaching Artist
    • Member Login