"100 Ways to Taste Minnesota" July 3-4 in Minneapolis

Taste of Minnesota 2026 Celebrates Minneapolis’ Rise as a Global Food Destination with “100 Ways to Taste Minnesota” 

More Than 100 Restaurants, Food Trucks, Makers and Community Partners Join Minnesota's Biggest Fourth of July Weekend Celebration

July 3-4, 2026

Minneapolis continues to earn national recognition as one of the world's premier food destinations, Taste of Minnesota is bringing together more than 100 restaurants, food trucks, makers and community experiences for the state's biggest Fourth of July weekend celebration.

Recently recognized by National Geographic as one of the world's best food destinations, Minneapolis has become known for its culinary creativity, diverse food traditions, and thriving local restaurant scene. This summer, Taste of Minnesota invites visitors to experience that energy firsthand through "100 Ways to Taste Minnesota"- a curated showcase of the people, flavors and traditions that define Minnesota.

Taking place Friday, July 3 - Saturday, July 4 across Nicollet Mall, Washington Avenue and surrounding downtown Minneapolis streets, the free festival will transform downtown into a walkable celebration of food, music, art and community.

A Curated Showcase of Minnesota's Food SceneEach year, festival organizers curate a diverse mix of cuisines, concepts and communities that reflect Minnesota's culinary identity and evolving culinary identity while honoring the vendors that have helped define the festival for generations. Offerings span Mexican, Jamaican, Egyptian and East African cuisine alongside Minnesota comfort food, barbecue, dumplings, tacos and pierogi. 

Featured restaurants and food trucks include Amazing Momo, Arizona Taco Company, Bao Bao Buns, El Burrito Mercado, KCM Eggrolls, Kosharina Egyptian Cuisine, La Cochinita, Paella Depot, Pimento Jamaican Kitchen, Sambusa Samosa, Smokin' Jenni's, Soul Bowl, Thai Thai Street Food and dozens more, representing flavors and traditions from around the world while showcasing the diversity that defines Minnesota's food culture. A full list of food vendors can be found here. 

Throughout the weekend, many vendors will offer special "Taste Of" menu items, giving guests the opportunity to sample multiple dishes and discover new favorites throughout the festival grounds.

Artists, Makers and Family ExperiencesBeyond the food, Taste of Minnesota delivers a full Fourth of July weekend experience.

Festivalgoers can explore nearly 40 local artists, makers and small businesses alongside community organizations, featuring  handcrafted goods, artisan jewelry, natural skincare, candles, pottery, henna art, gourmet treats and more. Experiential offerings will include live craft activations, psychic readings, and interactive demonstrations celebrating Minnesota’s entrepreneurial and creative spirit. A full list of Artists & Makers can be found here. 

Taste of Minnesota’s all-Minnesota music lineup takes center stage on the Main and North Star Stages with performances by Bad Bad Hats, Dillinger Four, Poliça, Gully Boys, NUR-D, Dessa, Ant and Brother Ali, alongside emerging local artists throughout the weekend. 

The festival also features the Family Funway with interactive activities, live performances and hands-on experiences for all ages, including programming from Hothouse and Stomping Ground Studio, The Bond Between’s adoptable dog activation and Hair Police’s temporary “crazy hair dos”. 

With free admission, free Metro Transit rides and a full downtown footprint, the weekend remains one of the region’s most accessible summer traditions, culminating in the Red, White, and Boom! fireworks celebration on Saturday night.