Save the Date: Saturday, September 20th — and get ready to soak in the crisp autumn air in one of Minnesota’s most charming small towns: Harmony! From 10 AM to 2 PM, the town will be buzzing with colorful fall vibes, family-friendly fun, mouthwatering local eats, and hands-on experiences during the Fall for Harmony celebration.
Whether you’re a first-timer or a returning fan, there’s something magical about how Harmony comes alive this time of year. Scroll to the bottom of this post for the full schedule of events—but first, here are a few highlights you won’t want to miss!
🎭 Puppet Making with “In the Heart of the Beast”
Step into the world of imagination with a free puppet-making workshop hosted by the renowned Minneapolis-based “In the Heart of the Beast” puppet theater, sponsored by the Harmony Arts Board and Tinker and Makes. Located at the Trailhead Park near the Harmony Visitor Center from 10AM–2PM, this hands-on experience invites kids and adults alike to create their own puppet masterpieces. It’s the perfect blend of art, community, and storytelling magic—don’t miss it! Facebook event link here.
🐑 Farm to Fiber at Tinker & Makes
Over at Tinker & Makes (64 Main Ave N), experience the full journey “from farm to fiber.” This special in-store feature highlights the incredible work of Blackberry Blossom Farm, Myseester Vintage, and The Woven Bunker, showcasing wool processing and live needle felting demos from 10AM–2PM. You’ll leave inspired—and maybe even with a new appreciation for the art of fiber making!
🎨 New This Year: Art on the Green Makers Market
A new addition to this year’s Fall for Harmony celebration is the debut of the Art on the Green Makers Market, held on the lawn at the Harmony Visitor Center. This brand-new event is the vision of a student member of the City of Harmony Arts Board, whose passion for art and community inspired the creation of this vibrant new event. From 10AM–2PM, visitors can browse the offerings of local makers, artists, and crafters, all showcasing their handmade work in an open-air market format.
🥖 Lefse Pop-Up at Kingsley Mercantile
No fall celebration in Minnesota is complete without lefse! Kingsley Mercantile (2 Main Ave E) is hosting a special lefse pop-up with Nancy Scrabeck & Christine Olson. Grab your lefse (while supplies last!) and enjoy a little bite of tradition.
📸 Strike a Pose at Bee Balm Boutique!
Stop into Bee Balm Boutique for a fun photo op hosted by J Photography and Design. Shoppers can pose with their purchases for a playful “hunting trophy style” photo, with snapshots shared on Bee Balm’s social media—perfect for capturing your Fall for Harmony look, or showing off your vintage or décor finds! Facebook event link here.
🍷🕯️ Sips & Scents: Fall’s Perfect Pairing
Cozy up this fall at Sips & Scents, where Farm Charm and the Tipsy Side Trailer team up to bring you seasonal drinks and hand-poured candles—just across the street from each other! During this collaborative event, you can sip on delicious fall-inspired beverages while browsing beautifully crafted scents that capture the essence of the season. It’s the perfect way to indulge your senses and soak in Harmony’s autumn charm. Event Facebook page here.
🛍️ Pop-Ups, Sidewalk Sales & Downtown Fun
Downtown Harmony will be alive with pop-up shops, sidewalk sales, and interactive experiences all throughout the Fall for Harmony celebration. Local shops will be offering exclusive in-store deals, door prizes, and fall-inspired finds. At Erin’s on the Avenue, stop in for a special pop-up Reiki and Reflexology event, featuring 15-minute mini sessions—perfect for a little seasonal self-care. Outside Bee Balm Boutique, check out the LL Coaching + RuthTru4U’s pop-up, offering essential oil products, chair massages, and more. From handmade goods and wellness services to unique seasonal décor and accessories, the retail scene during Fall for Harmony brings a festive open-air market vibe to Main Street you won’t want to miss.
🍂 So Much to See and Do—Even Beyond the Festival
While Fall for Harmony is a wonderful time to visit, Harmony is full of charm all season long. Whether you’re here for the event or planning a fall getaway, you’ll find plenty to explore:
- Niagara Cave Tours – Take in the natural beauty with a guided cave tour at Niagara Cave, one of the Midwest’s best show caves.
- Explore the Amish Community – Visit local Amish shops or book a private guided tour with Amish Tours of Harmony to experience this rich, traditional culture.
- Outdoor Recreation – Bike the scenic Root River Trail, golf at a nearby course, or simply take in the fall foliage with a stroll through town.
- Shop for antiques in Harmony’s two amazing antique malls, Stardust Retro Revival and New Generations of Harmony. Both are open daily from 10am-5pm.
- • Unique Shopping – Discover stylish apparel, home décor, gifts, wellness products, and more at local shops like Erin’s on the Ave, Gold Grooming, Seed & Stone and more.
🍽️ Local Eats You’ll Love
Harmony’s local restaurants are stepping up in a big way for the event, but they’re worth visiting anytime:
- Gabby Lou’s Kitchen always offers amazing baked goods and breakfast options, but this particular Saturday you can pick up loaf of sourdough bread (while supplies last!)
- On The Crunchy Side will be offering samples of their cheesecake and pizza, plus they have a full bar and menu inside!
- Harmony Spirits will be pouring fall-themed cocktails with coupons available at LL Coaching’s pop-up outside of Bee Balm Boutique
- Estelle’s Eatery never disappoints with locally sourced dishes and an inviting atmosphere, plus they’ll have lunch specials for the occasion.
- The Bite is featuring a pizza of the month and burger of the week, plus food samples inside.
- BReaKers will have lunch specials, and you can always sample any of their ice cream flavors in the shop!
Whether you’re creating art, sampling local flavors, or simply soaking in the fall colors, Fall for Harmony is the perfect way to celebrate the season and discover everything this special town has to offer. Come for the festival, and leave with a love for Harmony that lasts all year.
