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More Festivals on Friday

It is Friday and I will be taking a look at three more festivals from around the country. The states of choice this week are Minnesota (my home state), New York and California.

Minnesota - More Festivals in Minnesota

WHAT: Anoka Riverfest and Craft Fair
WHERE: Anoka
WHEN: July 14th

One of the Twin Cities largest summer craft events, drawing in over 15,000 people. With over 140 juried artisans and crafters, a variety of creative and original work will be available including; jewelry, glasswork, pottery, paintings, woodwork and much more. Families can enjoy free riverboat rides on the Rum and Mississippi Rivers, live music on two stages, plenty of food and much more.

New York - More Festivals in New York

WHAT: Return of the Big 6
WHERE: Auburn/Finger Lakes
WHEN: July 12 - 15

Sponsored by the Museum and Cayuga County 4-H Youth and Adult oriented activities. Daily events opening ceremony, 4-H dog show, kiss a calf contest, kids coloring contest, face painting, animals on display, craft & projects on display, bounce houses, farm equipment and much more. Food available.

California - More Festivals in California

WHAT: Annual Citrus Festival
WHERE: Ventura
WHEN: July 13 - 15

“Known as the “Citrus Capital of the World” because of its expansive lemon and orange orchards, the City of Santa Paula celebrates the fruit of California every year with the popular Kiwanis Citrus Festival. The 42nd Annual Kiwanis Citrus Festival’s theme this year is “Sweet Fruit, Sweet Life” and is a full weekend of headline entertainment, carnival rides, a downtown parade, car show, citrus and avocado pavilion, specialty foods, arts and crafts vendors, family fun stage, and fruity fun and games.”
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