Celebrating Faith, Community, and Craftsmanship: The 2026 St. Rose Fall Festival & Quilt Auction
For five decades, Schultz Auctioneers Landmark Realty has had the profound privilege and blessing to stand behind the microphone at the annual St. Rose of Lima Fall Festival and Quilt Auction.
This annual tradition is far more than a event. It is a heartfelt celebration of faith, fellowship, and local artistry. Year after year, neighbor comes together with neighbor to support the St. Rose of Lima Parish, part of the tight-knit Tri-Parish Catholic Community in Stearns County.
Mark your calendars! We invite you, your family, and your neighbors to join us for an unforgettable day in St. Rosa, MN.
Event Details at a Glance
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Date: Sunday, September 6th, 2026
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Location: St. Rose of Lima Parish | 28905 Co Rd 17, Freeport, MN 56331
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Live Quilt Auction Time: 2:00 P.M. CDT
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Auctioneer: Mike Schultz, Schultz Auctioneers Landmark Realty
26 Handcrafted Masterpieces & A Unique Piece of Parish History
At 2:00 P.M. the Live Quilt Auction will begin. These remarkable, heirloom-quality quilts regularly sell for thousands of dollars—a testament to both the incredible talent of the makers and the generosity of our community.
What Makes This Year Special:
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26 Homemade Quilts: Designed, stitched, and donated with love by local women of the parish and surrounding area.
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Inspired Themes: This year’s quilt collection features stunning designs celebrating nature, farm life, Minnesota pride, and American History as we commemorate 250 years of America.
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Featured Showcase — The “Botanical Floral” Quilt & Cedar Chest: Bidders will have a rare opportunity to win the “Botanical Floral” quilt paired with a Handmade Cedar Quilt Chest.
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A Piece of Sacred History: The chest was crafted directly from the historic cedar tree that once stood proudly in front of St. Rose Church and features an etched plaque reading “St. Rose of Lima Church.”
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Schedule of Events: Fun for the Entire Family
Beyond the quilt auction, the St. Rose Fall Festival offers a full day of faith, food, music, and games for all ages.
| Time | Activity / Event Details |
| 10:00 AM | Outdoor Polka Mass — Music by LaVerne and the Starlites (Sponsored by Catholic United Financial) |
| 11:00 AM | Food Stands & Games Open — Children, teen, and adult games open; food service begins. |
| 12:30 PM | Bean Bag Tournament Sign-Up — $10 per participant (75% payout). |
| 1:00 PM | Horse Races |
| 2:00 PM | LIVE QUILT AUCTION — Led by Mike & Jan Schultz. |
| 4:00 PM | Live Music — Featuring The Sunday Stars (Donny Brang, Mike Noonan, and Jay Skrukrud). |
| 7:00 PM | Grand Raffle & Cash Raffle Drawing — Over $13,000 in cash/gifts awarded! |
Ongoing All-Day Activities:
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Raffles: $20,000 Cash Raffle for Church Maintenance, plus over $13,000 awarded during the Grand Raffle drawing at 7:00 PM.
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Kid-Friendly Fun: Unlimited kids’ inflatable wristbands for just $5!
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Festival Classics: Cakewalk, Bingo, Dice, Beer Garden, Food Stands, and family games throughout the grounds.
Check out some fun photos from years gone by!
Rooted in Faith, Growing in Community
At Schultz Auctioneers, we consider it a true honor to partner with the St. Rose of Lima Parish year after year. The dedication woven into every quilt reflects the dedication of this whole community a body of people tied together by faith and heritage.
Whether you are coming to bid on a piece of local history, enjoy the Polka Mass, or spend quality time with family over good food and music, we look forward to seeing you in St. Rosa on September 6th!
Questions about the auction or event details? Contact Schultz Auctioneers Landmark Realty or visit the parish community page for updates. We’ll see you at the quilt auction!