Aug. 27 – Labor Day, Sept. 7, 2026
113 Days 2 Hours 28 Mins
English horse show where amateurs and professionals show American Saddlebreds, Morgans and Hackney Ponies.
Warner Coliseum
Thursday-Saturday: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Sunday: 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Free
For more information, visit www.fashhorseshow.com.
This three-day sale, almost entirely run by volunteers, offers more than 2,000 plant varieties at affordable prices and every purchase helps support the Friends School of Minnesota.
Grandstand
Friday: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Sunday: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Free
For more information, visit www.friendsschoolplantsale.com.
Over 200 tables of new & used trains, toys, models, tools and many other hobby or collectable items.
Education Building
9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Adults: $7
Children (7 & under): Free
For more information, visit www.tcmrm.org.
Explore the limits of your car and your driving skills while having fun and competing against your friends.
Note: May 16th is for members only.
West Blue Lot
Saturday: 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sunday: 7:15 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Advance Registration:
$35 MAC members
$40 Non-members
Late/Day of Event Registration:
$45 MAC members
$50 Non-members
For more information, visit mnautox.motorsportreg.com.
Riders & Ribbons are horse shows for riders in lesson programs to test their skills by competing in a safe inspiring environment.
Compeer Arena
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Free
For more information, visit www.msha.org.
Enjoy food and brews at nearly 50 vendors, music and entertainment free with admission, shopping at 30+ specialty Minnesota merchants, Giant Slide rides, yard games, history tours, free parking, the Hunter & Jumper Horse Show and so much more!
Fairgrounds
Thursday, May 21: 4-9 p.m.
Friday, May 22: 4-9 p.m.
Saturday, May 23: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Sunday, May 24: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
For more information, visit www.mnstatefair.org.
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.
Midway Lot
8-11 a.m.
$40 (pay-what-you-can)
For more information, visit www.gotrmn.org.
GMCCA is comprised of twelve car & truck clubs based out of the Minneapolis and St. Paul metropolitan area in Minnesota. In June of each year we hold our GMCCA All-GM Show and Swap Meet on Machinery Hill at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds.
Machinery Hill
7 a.m. open for swappers
8 a.m. to 2 p.m. open for general public
Adults: $10
Children (12 & under): Free
Show Vehicles: $20
Vehicles for Sale: $25
Swap Spaces: $25 each
For more information, visit www.gmcca.com.
Join us to experience over 300 tables of creators, vendors, activities for the whole family, panels, prizes, and more!
Education Building
10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Adults: $10
Children (9 & under): Free
For more information, visit www.mncba.org.
Explore the limits of your car and your driving skills while having fun and competing against your friends.
West Blue Lot
7:15-8 a.m. - Event check-in
7:30-9 a.m. - Course open for walking
7:30-8:30 a.m. - Tech inspection
9:15 a.m. - Drivers meeting
9:45 a.m. - First car off
Advance Registration:
$35 MAC members
$40 Non-members
Late/Day of Event Registration:
$45 MAC members
$50 Non-members
For more information, visit mnautox.motorsportreg.com.
Quality reptiles, exotic animals, tanks, cage supplies and feeders for sale.
North End Event Center
Early Bird starting at 9 a.m.
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Daily Admission with Credit Card:
Adults (11 & older): $12
Children (5-10): $5
Daily Admission with Cash:
Adults (11 & older): $10
Children (5-10): $5
Kids (4 & under): Free
For more information, visit coldbloodedexpos.com.
Members ride and compete with their Arabian, Half-Arabian and Anglo Arabian horses in a variety of disciplines including: halter, pleasure, reining, trail, working cow horse, cutting, horsemanship, showmanship, barrels, poles and other timed events.
Warner Coliseum
8 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. daily
Free
For more information, visit www.region10arabians.com.
National meet of the Viking Chapter, Antique Motorcycle Club of America, and the Vintage Japanese Motorcycle Club. Large, indoor and outdoor swap meet. Indoor display of over 150 vintage and antique motorcycles.
Progress Center
Friday: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Saturday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Adults: $10
Children (12 & under): Free
For more information, visit vikingmc.org.
Explore the limits of your car and your driving skills while having fun and competing against your friends.
West Blue Lot
7:15-8 a.m. - Event check-in
7:30-9 a.m. - Course open for walking
7:30-8:30 a.m. - Tech inspection
9:15 a.m. - Drivers meeting
9:45 a.m. - First car off
Advance Registration:
$35 MAC members
$40 Non-members
Late/Day of Event Registration:
$45 MAC members
$50 Non-members
For more information, visit mnautox.motorsportreg.com.
The 52nd Annual Back to the 50's Car Show will feature over 10,000 street rods and custom cars along with commercial vendors, swappers, crafters, entertainment and much more.
Fairgrounds
Friday: 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Saturday: 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Sunday: 6 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Advanced Tickets: $13 (can be purchased beginning in June at participating NAPA Auto stores in MN and western WI)
At the Gate: $15 (cash only)
Children (15 & under): Free with a paid adult
For more information, visit msrabacktothe50s.com.
