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A trip to Minneapolis isn’t complete without a visit to ASI.
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I had such a wonderful time at ASI that I became a member! Thank you for the excellent programming you bring to our Twin Cities community!— ASI member
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ASI’s Julmarknad Handcraft Market and Festival will take place December 4-6, 2026 at the American Swedish Institute.
The sights and sounds of the holiday market, or Julmarknad, come to ASI for three days during the first weekend in December at one of the region’s largest handcraft markets and holiday festivals. Shop over 60 local artists for beautiful, fun, and useful handmade goods.
Perfect for all ages, Julmarknad offers pop-up musical performances, family crafts, storytime, festive foods, holiday shopping at ASI’s Museum Store and Jul Shop, and a visit to ASI’s iconic holiday exhibition in the Turnblad Mansion.
ASI’s Julmarknad is one of the busiest and most magical weekends of the year. Join us Friday night for a special preview party and first pick of shopping or attend Saturday or Sunday for the full festival experience. On Sunday, extra family friendly activities are paired with special pricing: buy one adult ticket, get one youth ticket free.
Kick off the weekend with first pick of the handcrafted wares and ASI Museum Store Jul Shop before the Saturday and Sunday crowd. FIKA will offer a special holiday smorgasbord dinner ticket, plus drinks and snacks for purchase.
Shop handmade goods from regional artists. Browse exceptional items from ASI’s own Jul Shop, alongside distinctive artisan glass, clothing, wood, jewelry, ceramics, and textiles.
Sunday Family Day brings additional family-friendly activities, paired with special pricing: buy one adult ticket, get one youth ticket free.
Julmarknad is presented with support from our media partner Minnesota Public Radio (MPR).
Please note that ticket sales increase to $26 at the door for adults. Ticket price includes museum admission. Register for Preview Night.
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Applications for Julmarknad are opened annually in June and close in July. To be notified when applications open for ASI’s 2027 Julmarknad, please fill out the interest form.
ASI’s Julmarknad celebrates the spirit of Swedish slöjd, or handcraft, by promoting artists who make their own goods by hand. ASI also upholds traditional handcraft all year round with our Nordic Handcraft programs. Workshops, demos, and lectures led by skilled instructors bring Nordic-inspired folk arts to life through innovative and creative programs in textiles, wood, birch bark weaving, basketry, glass, and more. Learn more about ASI’s Nordic Handcraft Programs.
A European tradition that can be traced back to the Middle Ages, julmarknader are a hallmark of the Swedish holiday season. In Sweden today, these markets run outdoors throughout November and December and are filled with festive handmade goods from local vendors. More than just a shopping experience, a julmarknad is an important community gathering space. ASI’s Julmarknad brings the same joyful spirit every December to Minneapolis, featuring local artists from many backgrounds—although the ASI market is all indoors!
Hear from past Julmarknad artist Jen Newburg about her experience and the joy of this magical season at ASI.
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