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Aug. 21 – Labor Day, Sept. 1, 2025

302 Days 17 Hours 46 Mins

Fairgrounds Events Calendar — Info Subject To Change

11 Upcoming Events (1 - 11 of 11 Events)

Sunday, November 10, 2024

Girls on the Run 5k

Description

Girls on the Run inspires girls of all abilities to recognize their individual strengths while building a sense of connection in a team setting. At the end of the season, the team completes a 5K together, which provides a tangible sense of accomplishment.

Hours

8am - 1pm

Admission

$30 until October 23rd
$35 until November 12th
$40 on race day

For more information, visit www.gotrmn.org.

Friday, December 6 - 7, 2024

Horse Crazy Holiday Market

Description

The Horse Crazy Holiday Market is a two-day, equine-inspired, free-spirited marketplace filled with more than 100 vendors, artisans, makers and exhibitors featuring goods, gifts and services for horse lovers and those who love horse lovers.

Location

Warner Coliseum

Hours

Friday: 12-8 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Admission

Free; $5 suggested donation

For more information, visit www.horsecrazymarket.org.

Friday, December 13 - 15, 2024

State Gymnastics Meet

Location

Warner Coliseum

Hours

Friday: 8 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Saturday: 8 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Sunday: 8 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Admission

Children 0-4 years: Free
USA Gymnastics Members: $5
Seniors: $10
Adults: $15
Weekend Pass: $35

Saturday, December 14 - 22, 2024

Minnesota Merry Market at the State Fair

Description

A brand new holiday market featuring 70 local artists and vendors, food trucks, and fun for the whole family.

Location

North End Event Center

Hours

Saturdays & Sundays 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Admission

Early Bird Pricing:
Until September 30: $3
October 1-31: $4
December 1 through the event: $5

Kids 2 & Under: Free

For more information, visit www.minnesotamerrymarket.com.

Saturday, December 21 - 22, 2024

Minnesota Blizzard FC Indoor Soccer

Location

Warner Coliseum

Saturday, January 11 - 12, 2025

Winter Antique Show

Description

100+ dealers exhibiting indoors at the Warner Coliseum. The dealers offer a unique blend of antique furniture and collectable items. Interested dealers can visit the website or call Prime Promotions directly.

Location

Warner Coliseum

Hours

Saturday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
(Set-up will start on 6 am on Friday)

Admission

General: $10 ($9 with coupon)
Early Bird: $20 (Friday before show from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.)

For more information, visit www.mnantiqueshows.com.

Saturday, January 11 - Monday, February 17, 2025

Ice Castles

Description

The winter attraction features tunnels, caverns, towers, fountains, and slides, built entirely from ice. Features are weather dependent, and may be temporarily closed or unavailable due to weather.

Hours

Mondays: 4-9 p.m.
Tuesdays: CLOSED
Wednesdays: CLOSED
Thursdays: 4-9 p.m.
Fridays: 4-10 p.m.
Saturdays: 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Sundays: 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Holidays: 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Admission

Please see website for pricing.

For more information, visit icecastles.com.

Sunday, January 26, 2025

St. Paul Winter Carnival Fire & Ice Run/Walk

Description

Join us for a beautiful run or walk past the Vulcan Snow Park and a wintry Minnesota State Fairground. All proceeds from this event benefit the Saint Paul Festival and Heritage Foundation, proud producer of the Saint Paul Winter Carnival.

Location

North End Event Center

Hours

8-9 a.m.: Registration
8:45 a.m.: Kid’s Run
9:00 a.m.: 5K (1 loop) and 10K (2 loops) (3 loops) and 20K (4 loops)
9:05 a.m.: No K Start

Admission

Please see website for pricing.

For more information, visit wintercarnival.com.

Saturday, February 1 - 2, 2025

Minnesota Blizzard FC Indoor Soccer

Location

Warner Coliseum

Saturday, February 8 - 9, 2025

Minnesota Blizzard FC Indoor Soccer

Location

Warner Coliseum

Saturday, February 22, 2025

Winter Beer Dabbler

Description

Winter Beer Dabbler, the Midwest's biggest and best winter beer festival, will make its return to the Fairgrounds on February 24, 2024. Enjoy food trucks, music, and more all while tasting unlimited samples of craft beer and cider from across the U.S.

Hours

3-6:30 p.m. (early access begins at 2 p.m.)

Admission

General Admission: $55 + fees
Early Access: $75 + fees
Designated Driver: $20 + fees

For more information, visit beerdabbler.com.