
THE GREAT MIDWEST ART FEST
PRIOR LAKE, MINNESOTA • July 22-24 • Friday 5pm-10pm, Saturday 11am- 10pm, and Sunday 11am-5pm
Rib lovers rejoice! A major new special event is coming this summer to the Minneapolis area. The Great Midwest Rib Fest will feature ten of the country’s top-rib cookers, an art festival with many juried artists. These artists specialize in a variety of mediums, including ceramics, fiber, glass, jewelry, metal, photography, watercolors and wood. Live entertainment light up the stage Saturday night at 7pm!
The Great Midwest Rib Fest is a free 3-day festival featuring the best rib cookers in the country who will compete for best ribs and best sauce. There will be live music throughout each day, a beer garden, Mystic’s own food and beverage tents including roasted corn, adult oriented games, and a huge outdoor bar area.

2016 Festival Artists
Great Midwest Art Fest features the art of the following artists. Subject to change.

Visitor Information
WHAT: | The Great Midwest Rib Fest |
WHERE: | Mystic Lake Casino 2400 Mystic Lake Blvd NW Prior Lake, Minnesota 55372 |
WHEN: | Friday, July 22
4p: Special Opening for VIP Saturday, July 23 10a: Special Opening for VIP Sunday, July 24 10a: Special Opening for VIP |
COST: | FREE Admission, FREE Parking |
2015 HIGHLIGHTS: | A free 3-day festival featuring the best rib cookers in the country who will compete for best ribs and best sauce. There will be live music throughout each day, a beer garden, Mystic’s own food and beverage tents including roasted corn, adult oriented games, and a huge outdoor bar area. |
Questions?
Need more information? Call the office 847-926-4300 or email info@amdurproductions.com with any additional questions or requests.
Getting There
The festival is located at Mystic Lake Casino, 2400 Mystic Lake Blvd NW, Prior Lake, MN 55372
2016 TASTY TREATS
2016 MUSIC YOU CAN MOVE TO
Friday and Saturday night headliners will be announced closer to the event.
Check back for 2016 headliners!
OTHER ACTIVITIES
Giant beer pong, bags, pony hops, free mechanical bull (limited times), and much more! Make sure to vote for your favorite BBQ sauce and ribs.
ARTISTS APPLY TODAY
Great 3 day fest
Lots of music & food
Beer garden
All media & price points are welcome!
RIB COOKERS INFO
TBA
EXHIBITING ARTIST?
Get all the information including festival maps, tax info, and general festival information HERE!