Enjoy sampling

Unique artisan-crafted cheese, jam, sauces and more.

Stock up on your favorites, and discover fantastic finds for holiday gifts for foodies.

Great finds to include in Thanksgiving gatherings!

Explore food, beverage, & alcohol exhibitors at the festival!

*At 3:30 pm we'll announce the People's Choice Award winning vendor

Craft Alcohol Fest

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

*Includes commemorative sampling glass

Back by popular demand, we're featuring distilleries that work with local grain growers to produce unique, flavorful #graintoglass spirits.

CRAFT ALCOHOL DIRECTORY

Kids Activities

Seed games | Seed mosaic art

Veggie car racing | Food & Farming books area

Veggie sampling with Mayo Clinic Dietetic Interns

Carrot & Pea photo ops!

Gift Basket Winners

Enter to win by voting for your favorite booth in our People's Choice Award Voting (details available at the festival).

We'll present gift baskets at the cooking demo stage following each demo, and will award the People's Choice winning exhibitor at 3:30 just before the show wraps up!

Cooking Demos 

SCHEDULE

Starting at the top of each hour,

11am - 3pm

Music

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

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Farmers' Market

Discover fresh, late-season produce options!

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Educational Booths

Learn about food system changemakers

Location:

North Lobby & ground floor Exhibit Hall