Minnesota State Fair
From 6 a.m. to midnight, there’s always something different to see all 12 days of the Great Minnesota Get-Together!
Morning is the best time to;
- schedule a breakfast and welcome session for your group at the Blue Ribbon Picnic Area.
- learn about renewable energy and sustainability at the award-winning Eco Experience.
- experience the Miracle of Birth Center where lambs, calves and piglets are born.
Mid-day is the best time to;
- catch one of more than 75 acts on seven free entertainment stages.
- check out nearly 70 rides from around the globe at Mighty Midway and Kidway.
- browse through the shops at Heritage Square or the International Bazaar.
Afternoon is the best time to;
- meet Princess Kay and see the famous butterhead sculptures.
- choose a snack from the menu of 350 foods, including more than 50 foods on-a-stick.
- stroll through Minnesota’s largest juried art show in the Fine Arts Center.
Evening is the best time to;
- go to extremes on Adventure Park’s rides.
- see big-name entertainers at the newly-restored 1909 Grandstand.
- watch the nightly fireworks spectacular.
For more information call 651-632-2689 or email groups@mnstatefair.org.

