Sip, Sample, Shop

Artisan-crafted, small-batch, Midwest-made

Cheese | Chocolate | Hot sauces | Coffee | Granola | Snacks

...and so much more!

Discover fantastic finds for holiday gatherings & gifts. 

It's a win-win. Vote for your favorite exhibitor to win the People's Choice Award! When you vote, you're entered to win a gift basket of local goodies.

Craft Alcohol

Over 21? Purchase a VIP ticket for craft alcohol sampling,* plus the ability to purchase up to six items. 

*Includes commemorative sampling glass

Check out these wineries, distilleries, and breweries at the Marketplace.

Kids Activities

Visit the family fun area in the Exhibit Hall!

Seed games | Seed mosaic art

Veggie car racing | Carrot & Pea photo ops

Veggie sampling with Mayo Clinic Dietetic Interns

Win a Gift Basket of Local Goodies

Enter to win by voting for your favorite exhibitor in our People's Choice Award.

Gift basket winners are announced at the cooking demo stage following each demo. We'll award the People's Choice Award winner at 3:30 just before the show wraps up!

Cooking Demos 

Savor free samples made right in front of you by these local chefs!

11AM | Shelagh Mullen

12PM | Mimi Selam

1PM | Beth Dooley

2PM | The Crowded Table

3PM | Axel Vazquez Michel

Live Music

Relax in the lobby and enjoy music while you recharge for more exhibit hall browsing.

Nick Jordan & Mary DuShane

Dave Hagedorn

Greg Taylor

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Farmers' Market

Discover and take home fresh, late-season produce options.

Red Wing Farmers Market Hub

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Educational Booths

Learn about food system changemakers.

Farm Direct Minnesota

Forever Green

Wisconsin Organics