Work of Senior Citizens

2026 Work of Senior Citizens

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The work of senior citizens division is for exhibitors 65 and over, looking to enter select handcraft and needlecraft classes.

Descriptions of each competition and entry rules are in the premium book.

• Work of Senior Citizens Premium Book Section (PDF) – Available in May
• Work of Senior Citizens Entry Instructions (PDF)
• Creative Activities FAQs (link)

REGISTRATION

• Opens: Monday, May 4
• Entry Deadline: Tuesday, Aug. 4, 4:30 p.m.

EXHIBIT DELIVERY & RETURN

See the map of where to deliver exhibits.

• Delivery:
  • Friday, Aug. 14, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
  • Saturday, Aug. 15, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Sunday, Aug. 16, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Return:
  • Wednesday, Sept. 9, 1-7 p.m. (no items returned before 1 p.m.)
  • Thursday, Sept. 10, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

RESULTS

2026 results will be posted as they become available.

• 2025 Work of Senior Citizens results (PDF)
• Previous years’ results are available in the digital archive.

QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS?

For further information, please contact competition@mnstatefair.org or 651-288-4417.