Stone Arch Bridge Festival: A Riverfront Arts Bash

The festival returns to the Minneapolis riverbank on June 20 and 21. It runs from ten in the morning until late afternoon each day, stretching along West River Parkway between 11th and North 4th Avenues. Over two hundred artists from all over the country will display their work—paintings, photographs, ceramics, woodwork, and more. The event has been a local favorite for three decades, uniting creators with the community. Food and crafts add extra flavor. The Culinary Arts Market, set under the Hennepin Avenue Bridge, will showcase local chefs and beverage makers. Across from the Guthrie Theater, a Vintage and Vinyl Market offers quirky finds from nearby vendors. An Art of the Car Display will run every day, giving visitors a chance to admire automobile masterpieces.Music fills the air on both stages. The Star Tribune Stage sits near the Stone Arch Bridge, while the Cities 97. 1 Stage is close to Hennepin Avenue Bridge. Each day hosts a full lineup of local talent, from indie bands to DJs, keeping the atmosphere lively and diverse. The schedule is packed: early‑morning acts open the day, followed by midday performers and late‑night shows. Fans can plan their visits around favorite artists or explore the entire lineup, enjoying a blend of music, art, and community spirit.