ANNUAL FESTIVAL: "Barnesville Potato Days Festival" @ Downtown Barnesville
FEE: Free Admission (fees apply for select activities)
Barnesville Potato Days Festival
Saturday, August 22, 2026 | Downtown Barnesville, MN
Celebrate Barnesville's rich potato-growing heritage at the annual Potato Days Festival, a community tradition that has delighted visitors for generations. This family-friendly festival transforms downtown Barnesville into a day-long celebration filled with entertainment, food, contests, and activities for all ages.
Festival highlights include a street fair, food court, car show, live entertainment, kids' activities, inflatables, wagon rides, basketball tournament, Strong Man competition, rodeo, water fights, stage performances, pancake feed, and the beloved potato-themed contests and traditions that have made Potato Days a regional favorite.
Whether you're coming for the famous potato pancakes, local vendors, family activities, or small-town festival atmosphere, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
Location:
Downtown Barnesville
Front Street & Main Avenue
Barnesville, MN
