K-12 Competition

2023 K-12 Competition

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The K-12 competition presents an annual exhibition of the work of Minnesota students in Kindergarten through grade 12. Students entering exhibits may submit a variety of items. Projects conceived and executed at home as well as school projects are welcome. The K-12 competition premium book will be available and registration will open on May 1.

• Individual Exhibits – drawings, paintings, sewing, jewelry, reports, creative writing.
• Technology and Engineering Exhibits – architectural working drawings, photography, welding, robots, CO2 cars, supermileage.

General Information

Links will become available as information is finalized.

• K-12 Competition Premium Book (PDF)
• Individual Exhibits FAQs (link)
• Technology and Engineering Exhibits FAQs (link)
• How to Enter Exhibits (PDF)
• K-12 Competition Registration Video Tutorial for Teachers (link)
• K-12 Competition Registration Video Tutorial for Students (link)
• Delivery and Return Procedures (PDF)
• Map of Where to Deliver Exhibits (PDF)
• Minnesota State Fair Agricultural Society Rules (PDF)

Rules for Entry

Registration is REQUIRED!

Registration: All individuals and teachers must register entries online or in person BEFORE entry closing on Aug. 1, at 4:30 p.m. If you need assistance, please contact the competition department at competition@mnstatefair.org or 651-288-4417.

Register Online

Teachers who enter their students’ work will have their completed tags mailed prior to delivery of exhibits. Parents/students will have tags and forms ready when items are delivered.

Please read the premium book rules before beginning online registration, as you are responsible for the important rules and conditions it contains regarding your entries.

Important Dates

• Registration opens: Monday, May 1
• Registration closes: Tuesday, Aug. 1, at 4:30 p.m.

Delivery of Exhibits

• Individual Exhibits
  • Monday, Aug. 14, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
  • Tuesday, Aug. 15, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
• Technology and Engineering Exhibits
  • Monday, Aug. 14, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
  • Tuesday, Aug. 15, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

MAIL-IN REGISTRATION is available! All entries must be registered and received (not postmarked) by Tuesday, Aug. 1, at 4:30 p.m.

1. Include with entry: 1) first name, last name, address and phone number; 2) list of class number(s) and a description of exhibit for each entry. Student name MUST be on project.
2. Mail to: Competition Department – c/o: K-12 Competition, Minnesota State Fair, 1265 Snelling Ave. N., St. Paul, MN 55108.
3. Paper confirmation of registered classes will be sent via USPS.

Note: Fragile items should be sent with care and extra packaging materials. The fair is not responsible for lost or damaged items.

Return of Exhibits

Exhibits must be picked up from the Education Building. No exhibits will be released without entry form receipt.

• Wednesday, Sept. 6, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
• Thursday, Sept. 7, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Results

2023 results will be posted on the first day of the fair, Thursday, Aug. 24. Please check back then.

• 2022 Individual Exhibits – Grades K-3 results (PDF)
• 2022 Individual Exhibits – Grades 4-6 results (PDF)
• 2022 Individual Exhibits – Grades 7-9 results (PDF)
• 2022 Individual Exhibits – Grades 10-12 results (PDF)
• 2022 Technology and Engineering Exhibits results (PDF)
• Previous years’ results are available in the digital archive.

More Information

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