Livestock

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Compeer Arena

Compeer Arena is home to horse, cattle, llama, goat and sheep competitions among 4-H, FFA and open-class exhibitors. The Minnesota State Fair is financially self-supporting and does not receive government funding. Revenue from ticket sales, percentages and fees paid by vendors, facility rental, sponsorships and other sources brings the fair to life - powering memorable experiences, world-class year-round operations, and exceptional care of the historic fairgrounds. Follow along on Facebook, X, Instagram and Threads @mnstatefair for updates. The 2026 Minnesota State Fair is Aug. 27 through Labor Day, Sept. 7. Visit mnstatefair.org for more information.

Dairy Cattle – Image #1

Minnesota State Fair livestock competitions include swine, sheep, beef and dairy cattle, poultry, rabbits, lamas and goats. Showcasing Minnesota’s finest agriculture, art and industry, the Great Minnesota Get-Together is 12 Days of Fun Ending Labor Day. The Minnesota State Fair is financially self-supporting and does not receive government funding. Revenue from ticket sales, percentages and fees paid by vendors, facility rental, sponsorships and other sources brings the fair to life - powering memorable experiences, world-class year-round operations, and exceptional care of the historic fairgrounds. Follow along on Facebook, X, Instagram and Threads @mnstatefair for updates. The 2026 Minnesota State Fair is Aug. 27 through Labor Day, Sept. 7. Visit mnstatefair.org for more information.

Dairy Cattle – Image #2

Dairy Cattle – Image #3

Draft Horse Hitch – Image #1

The Lee & Rose Warner Coliseum showcases the best in Minnesota livestock and agriculture. It houses the Minnesota State Fair Horse Show and various other livestock competitions. Showcasing Minnesota’s finest agriculture, art and industry, the Great Minnesota Get-Together is 12 Days of Fun Ending Labor Day. The Minnesota State Fair is financially self-supporting and does not receive government funding. Revenue from ticket sales, percentages and fees paid by vendors, facility rental, sponsorships and other sources brings the fair to life - powering memorable experiences, world-class year-round operations, and exceptional care of the historic fairgrounds. Follow along on Facebook, X, Instagram and Threads @mnstatefair for updates. The 2026 Minnesota State Fair is Aug. 27 through Labor Day, Sept. 7. Visit mnstatefair.org for more information.

Draft Horse Hitch – Image #2

Goats – Image #1

Goats – Image #2

Hand Washing Station

Hand-washing stations are located in the Food Building and at many entrances to buildings in the livestock area, including: Compeer Arena, Cattle Barn, Cattle Annex, Sheep & Poultry Barn, Robert A. Christensen Pavilion, and the CHS Miracle of Birth Center. Showcasing Minnesota’s finest agriculture, art and industry, the Great Minnesota Get-Together is 12 Days of Fun Ending Labor Day. The Minnesota State Fair is financially self-supporting and does not receive government funding. Revenue from ticket sales, percentages and fees paid by vendors, facility rental, sponsorships and other sources brings the fair to life - powering memorable experiences, world-class year-round operations, and exceptional care of the historic fairgrounds. Follow along on Facebook, X, Instagram and Threads @mnstatefair for updates. The 2026 Minnesota State Fair is Aug. 27 through Labor Day, Sept. 7. Visit mnstatefair.org for more information.

Horse Show

The Lee & Rose Warner Coliseum showcases the best in Minnesota livestock and agriculture. It houses the Minnesota State Fair Horse Show and various other livestock competitions. The Minnesota State Fair is financially self-supporting and does not receive government funding. Revenue from ticket sales, percentages and fees paid by vendors, facility rental, sponsorships and other sources brings the fair to life - powering memorable experiences, world-class year-round operations, and exceptional care of the historic fairgrounds. Follow along on Facebook, X, Instagram and Threads @mnstatefair for updates. The 2026 Minnesota State Fair is Aug. 27 through Labor Day, Sept. 7. Visit mnstatefair.org for more information.

Lee & Rose Warner Coliseum

The Lee & Rose Warner Coliseum showcases the best in Minnesota livestock and agriculture. It houses the Minnesota State Fair Horse Show and various other livestock competitions. The Minnesota State Fair is financially self-supporting and does not receive government funding. Revenue from ticket sales, percentages and fees paid by vendors, facility rental, sponsorships and other sources brings the fair to life - powering memorable experiences, world-class year-round operations, and exceptional care of the historic fairgrounds. Follow along on Facebook, X, Instagram and Threads @mnstatefair for updates. The 2026 Minnesota State Fair is Aug. 27 through Labor Day, Sept. 7. Visit mnstatefair.org for more information.

Llama Costume Contest – Image #1

4-H Llama costume competitions feature competitors and their llamas in complementary themed costumes. The Minnesota State Fair is financially self-supporting and does not receive government funding. Revenue from ticket sales, percentages and fees paid by vendors, facility rental, sponsorships and other sources brings the fair to life - powering memorable experiences, world-class year-round operations, and exceptional care of the historic fairgrounds. Follow along on Facebook, X, Instagram and Threads @mnstatefair for updates. The 2026 Minnesota State Fair is Aug. 27 through Labor Day, Sept. 7. Visit mnstatefair.org for more information.

Llama Costume Contest – Image #2

Swine – Image #1

Minnesota State Fair livestock competitions include swine, sheep, beef and dairy cattle, poultry, rabbits, lamas and goats. The Minnesota State Fair is financially self-supporting and does not receive government funding. Revenue from ticket sales, percentages and fees paid by vendors, facility rental, sponsorships and other sources brings the fair to life - powering memorable experiences, world-class year-round operations, and exceptional care of the historic fairgrounds. Follow along on Facebook, X, Instagram and Threads @mnstatefair for updates. The 2026 Minnesota State Fair is Aug. 27 through Labor Day, Sept. 7. Visit mnstatefair.org for more information.