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(651) 288-4306
events@mnstatefair.org
Dates: May 3, 2013 - May 5, 2013
Location: Warner Coliseum & Livestock Area
Admission:
Free public attendance
Description:
The Sahara Sands Spring Classic Arabian Horse Show attracts competitors from Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, North and South Dakota, and Canada to compete in various classes including English pleasure, reining, dressage, hunter, western & native costume.
For more information visit www.saharasands.org or call (763) 755-1698.
Date: May 4, 2013
Location: International Bazaar
Hours:
9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Description:
This is a gathering of No Kill Rescues and related vendors who are walking to raise money for the No Kill Rescues and to highlight the important role they play in rehoming unwanted and homeless animals.
For more information visit www.facebook/nokillwalkfortheanimals or send an email to mnnokillrescuealliance@comcast.net.
Date: May 5, 2013
Location: Progress Center
Hours:
9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Admission:
Adults $5, Children 12 & under Free
Description:
The 37th annual Toy, Doll & Advertising show features over 200 vendor tables. Hundreds of collectors from across the nation will be on hand offering unique items along with appraisals for your toy or doll.
For more information visit www.northlandantiquetoyshow.com , send an email to bmanella@comcast.net or call (763) 560-4290.
Date: May 5, 2013
Location: Machinery Hill (Streets north of Randall Ave.)
Hours:
7 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Admission:
Adults $5, Children 12 & under with paid adult Free
Description:
The Spring Extravaganza Car Show is one of the largest one day car show and swap meets in the Twin Cites. The show features over 1,000 cars. All makes and models of show vehicles 2000 & older plus any year show Buick are welcome. Over 500 swappers and commercial vendors will also be on hand.
For more information visit www.gopherstatebuick.org or call (651) 770-8096.
Dates: May 8, 2013 - May 11, 2013
Location: Merchandise Mart
Hours:
Wednesday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m. - Noon
Admission:
Free
Description:
The YMCA Garage Sale features clothing, furniture, appliances, athletic equipment, books and many other household items. Proceeds go towards funding YMCA Camp Widjiwagan and Camp du Nord.
For more information visit www.dunord-widji-sale.com , send an email to info@duNord.org or call (651) 442-7226.
Dates: May 9, 2013 - May 12, 2013
Location: Warner Coliseum & Livestock Area
Admission:
Free public admission
Description:
English horse show where amateurs and professionals show American Saddlebreds, Morgans and Hackney Ponies.
For more information visit www.fashhorseshow.com , send an email to steph.peterson51@gmail.com or call 612-708-9753.
Dates: May 10, 2013 - May 12, 2013
Location: Grandstand
Hours:
Friday: 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Sunday: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Admission:
Free
Description:
This event is the largest fundraising plant sale in the United States! The sale features over one million plants in about 2,300 varieties. On Mother's Day, all plants are 1/3 off.
For more information visit www.friendsschoolplantsale.com , send an email to info@friendsschoolplantsale.com or call (651) 917-0636.
Date: May 11, 2013
Location: Education Building
Hours:
9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Admission:
Adults $6, Children 5 & under Free
Description:
Minnesota's largest hobby sale! Over 200 tables of new & used trains, toys, models, tools and many other hobby or collectable items.
For more information visit www.tcmrm.org or call (651) 647-9628.
Date: May 11, 2013
Location: Progress Center
Hours:
Saturday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Admission:
Free
Description:
The 8th annual Craftstravaganza will feature over 90 vendors selling handmade crafts, plus free hands-on workshops to learn crafty skills of your own!
For more information visit www.craftstravaganza.com or send an email to craftstravaganza@gmail.com.
Dates: May 17, 2013 - May 19, 2013
Location: Fine Arts Center
Hours:
Friday: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Sunday: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Admission:
Free
Description:
The 11th annual original art show and sale will feature over 4,500 pieces of original art at a variety of prices.
For more information visit www.northstarwatercolorsociety.com.
Dates: May 17, 2013 - June 2, 2013
Location: Education Building
Hours:
11:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.
Admission:
Free
For more information send an email to info@appliancesmart.com or call 855-291-9575.
Dates: May 18, 2013 - May 19, 2013
Location: Grandstand
Hours:
Both days: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Admission:
Tickets available at the door for $12/Adult (good for both days). Children 9 & under are free. Get $1.00 off admission with a canned food shelf donation.
Description:
An old-fashioned, family friendly comic book convention! Featuring a virtual galaxy of comic book creators and dealers from all over the USA. Something for everyone and everyone is welcome!
For more information visit www.midwestcomicbook.com , send an email to MNCBA@aol.com or call (612) 237-1801.
Dates: May 18, 2013 - May 19, 2013
Location: Progress Center
Hours:
Saturday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sunday: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Admission:
Free
Description:
The ULTIMATE weekend out for women! Come enjoy a festive atmosphere where YOU are the top priority.
Enjoy unique shopping, beauty tips, cool jewelry, women’s accessories, health screenings and a weekend filled with fun. Shop for trendy fashions, jewelry and hip handbags. Sample gourmet treats and spoil yourself with a makeover. You’ll enjoy plenty of personal attention from a variety of experts!
Learn the new financial aspects of investing in your future in today’s economic climate. Become energized and feel like a new woman! Share in the fun...grab a friend, mark your calendar and plan to attend our exciting show, the Women’s Life and Style Expo!
Held as annual events in Saint Paul and in combination with the Health and Wellness Expo, the Women’s Life and Style Expo brings together an extensive variety of services and products for today’s women. Our exhibitors feature everything from jewelry and health products to crafts, fitness and beauty products, food and wine sampling, business products and information, home accessories, hair care, cosmetics, fashion and much more!
Don’t miss the expo, parking is complimentary and fun awaits you! There’s no better reason to get out with your friends and explore what’s NEW and exciting! Our fine exhibitors each contribute fantastic door prizes which all attendees are eligible to win.
For more information visit www.womenslifeandstyleexpo.com or call (480) 288-5800.
Date: May 19, 2013
Location: Parking lots north of Hoyt Ave.
Hours:
Sunday: 7 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Admission:
Adults $5, Swapper $5, Children 10 & under FREE
Description:
The First Fifty Auto Parts Sale and Swap Meet features all types of cars including, antique, collector, street rods, customs, muscle cars, imports, tuners, trucks and specialty interest vehicles.
Dates: May 22, 2013 - May 27, 2013
Location: Warner Coliseum & Livestock Area
Hours:
Show: 8:00 a.m. (Sat. 7:00 a.m.)
Clinics: 9:00 a.m.
Admission:
Free public admission
Description:
Horse show that is AQHA/NSBA/MQHA approved.
For more information visit www.maqhacorporatechallenge.com , send an email to pmthesing@yahoo.com or call (507) 263-9140.
Dates: May 30, 2013 - June 2, 2013
Dates: May 31, 2013 - June 2, 2013
Location: Progress Center
Hours:
Friday: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Sunday: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Admission:
Adults $8 ($2 discount available on website), Children 8 & under NOT permitted.
Description:
The Great American Gem Show is one of the largest exhibitions of gems, minerals and jewelry in the world. The show features one-of-a-kind jewelry creations, gorgeous wedding bands and engagement rings, exotic gems, beads, exquisite fine jewelry, fashion jewelry, estate collections and much more. This event offers convenience, selection, and value, all in one place.
For more information visit www.intergem.net or call (301) 294-1640.