Aug. 27 – Labor Day, Sept. 7, 2026
23 Days 22 Hours 14 Mins
Media Gallery - New at the Fair 2026
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The following is a selection of media photos for what is new at the fair in 2026. To learn more about each, visit the New at the Fair page or reference the news release.
2026 Minnesota State Fair Featured Design
The America Wheel honoring America250
Ultimate Dinosaurs
Films at the Fair
Cultural Destinations Day at Dan Patch Park
Commemorating America’s 250th
75 Years of the Coliseum: A Historic Renovation
Fair Celebrations – Fairchild turns 60
Fair Celebrations – 25 Years of Miracles
Two New Midway Rides –
Thor and Jukebox Funhouse
Two New Kidway Rides –
Pirate Jet and Ghost Pirate Dark Ride
Accessibility & Experience Enhancements
4-H Building Renovation
Eat Together
On the Move – Summer Lakes Boat House
On the Move – Rock Wall and Turbo Bungy
The Minnesota State Fair
The Minnesota State Fair is one of the largest and best-attended expositions in the world. Showcasing Minnesota’s finest agriculture, art and industry, the Great Minnesota Get-Together is 12 Days of Fun Ending Labor Day. The 2026 Minnesota State Fair runs Aug. 27-Labor Day, Sept. 7.