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What are the dates of the 2008 State Fair?
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August 21 through September 1. Always Twelve Days of Fun Ending Labor Day!
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What are the hours of operation?
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Admission gates open daily at 6 a.m. Ticket sales end at 10 p.m. (9 p.m. on Labor Day). Grounds close at midnight (10 p.m. on Labor Day). Most buildings are open 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
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What is the price of admission?
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2008 Gate Admission & Fee Schedule
Adults (13-64) $11; Seniors (65 & over) $9; Kids (5-12) $8; Children (under 5) Free; All-ages pre-fair discount tickets $8
Auto Parking $9 (Parking fee may be paid with an additional $8 pre-fair discount admission ticket).
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Are discount admission and ride tickets available?
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Thrifty Thursday: Aug. 21; adults (13 and over) $8; kids (5-12) $5; and children under 5 are always FREE! Enjoy all day discounts on Mighty Midway and Kidway rides, games and concessions.
Seniors Days: Monday, Aug. 25 & Thursday, Aug. 28; seniors (65 and over) $5.
Kids Days: Monday, Aug. 25 & Monday, Sept. 1; kids (5-12) $5; and children under 5 are always FREE! Enjoy all day discounts on Mighty Midway and Kidway rides, games and concessions.
Additional discounts may be added. Please check back!
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Where is the fair located? Map
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The fairgrounds are mid-way between the cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul just north of Interstate 94 and south of Highway 36. The address is 1265 North Snelling Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55108.
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Where can I get a list of non-fair events? Calendar
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A listing is available on-line on the Non-Fair Events calendar page or you may request a list via e-mail from nonfairevents@mnstatefair.org or call us at (651) 288-4310.
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Are pets allowed on the fairgrounds?
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Pets are welcome during the non-fair period provided they are confined or on a leash no longer than six feet. With the exception of service animals or animals approved as part of an exhibition, pets are not allowed on the fairgrounds during the Minnesota State Fair.
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How do I get space for a concession or exhibit at the fair?
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The first step in obtaining space at the Minnesota State Fair is to fill out and return a registration form to declare your interest and describe your product or service. As space becomes available, all registration forms are reviewed and sales staff contacts those applicants selected for further consideration. More information...
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How do I enter the amateur talent contest?
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Entry forms and official rules are available annually on May 1. To enter, a contestant must fill out and return the entry form along with an entry fee. Deadline for entry is mid-July. Upon receipt, contestant is mailed instructions and assigned an audition date. When the audition process is complete, results are mailed to all contestants. Those selected for the semi-final competition will receive further instructions. More information is available upon request from the entertainment department.
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How do I enter the Milk Run?
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Entry forms and official rules are available annually in May. To enter, a runner must fill out and return the entry form along with an entry fee. Race is limited to 1,500 runners. More information is available upon request from the entertainment department.
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How do I enter the horse show?
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The 2008 Minnesota State Fair horse show schedule, premium books, entry forms and stalling forms will be available in the spring. Please check the Competition Page, click on the Department Links and select either English Horse or Western Horse to see if the information is available to download. Or, you may contact the Competition Department by e-mail (place the name of the premium book you wish to receive on the subject line) or by calling the Competition Department Office.
For a schedule of non-fair horse shows, please see our Non-Fair Events listing, or call (651) 288-4310.
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How do I enter the Fine Arts competition?
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The 2008 rules and entry forms for the Fine Arts Competition will be available on-line in April . If you are interested in submitting a work for competition, please check the Competition Page, click on the Department Links and select Fine Arts to download the information. Or, you may contact the Competition Department by e-mail (please indicate "Fine Arts" on the subject line of your e-mail request) or by calling the Competition Department Office.
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How do I submit an entry for the 2008 State Fair competition?
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The Minnesota State Fair awards and displays the best Minnesota has to offer in livestock, farm products, creative arts and school projects. Entry books and information will be available in the spring. Please check Competition Page, click on the Department Links and select the name of the department you wish to enter to see if the information is currently available to download. Or, you may contact the Competition Department by e-mail (place the name of the premium book you wish to receive on the subject line of your e-mail request) or by calling the Competition Department Office.
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How do I get a job at the fair?
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The fair is an equal opportunity employer with full-time, seasonal and fair-time employment opportunities. Click here for additional information.
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Is the fairgrounds accessible? Accessibility
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The Minnesota State Fair is dedicated to providing an enjoyable experience for all our guests. Accessible park and ride locations, accessible on-grounds parking, curb cuts and wheelchair rental are some of the services provided. For further information, please contact us at guestservices@mnstatefair.org.
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What services do you provide for groups? Group Hospitality
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The fair provides free bus parking and a variety of resources for groups. In addition, we have a private picnic area that may be reserved for your organization or special event. For further information, please call us at (651) 288-4310. E-mail us at grouphospitality@mnstatefair.org.
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