Grand Old Day 2026
Sunday, June 7, 2026
The largest FREE street festival in the Midwest.
Fun Run - Food & Art Vendors - Family-Friendly - Car Show - Wiener Dog Races - Live Music - Parade & More!
Food and Standard Vendor Applications Due April 30
Vendors are invited to apply for a Grand Old Day booth on Grand Avenue to reach over 200,000 event attendees. NOTE: If your business is a Grand Avenue Business Association Core, Core Plus, or Premier Member, your business receives a FREE Vendor Booth. Applications are due by April 30, 2026.
Artisan Vendor Applications Due May 15
The Artisan Vendor application is meant for local artists to share their work/performances/presence. Artisans, Makers, Small Non-Profits, Interactive Performers, Performance Artists, and anyone else who sells handmade goods is invited to apply. Applications are due by May 15, 2026.
Parade Applications Due May 15
NOTE: Grand Avenue Business Association Members receive a discount or free entry into the parade with their membership (must be active). Apply by May 15, 2026.
5K Fun Run Registration Now Open
The Grand Old Day fun run is back! This family-friendly 5k run/walk and kids’ 1/2 mile is the perfect way to start your day before the Grand Old Day parade. This is an out-and-back race starting and ending at Snelling and Grand Avenue.
2026 Partnership Opportunities
We are seeking partners to keep this cherished community event alive and thriving despite the rising costs of producing a safe, high-quality festival of this scale.
Unlike many major events, Grand Old Day remains free to the public—a true gift to our community that also supports hundreds of local businesses, artists, and organizations as well as promotes our community as safe and vibrant. But this commitment comes at a cost.
Questions and Media Contact
For additional information, send inquiries to info@grandave.com.
