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Aug. 27 – Labor Day, Sept. 7, 2026

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Fairgrounds Events Calendar — Info Subject To Change

36 Upcoming Events (1 - 15 of 36 Events)

Saturday, May 16 - 17, 2026

MAC Autocross MOWOG Series

Description

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.

Location

West Blue Lot

Hours

Saturday: 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sunday: 7:15 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Admission

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.

Sunday, May 17, 2026

Riders & Ribbons Horse Show

Description

Riders & Ribbons are horse shows for riders in lesson programs to test their skills by competing in a safe inspiring environment.

Location

Compeer Arena

Hours

10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Admission

Free

For more information, visit www.msha.org.

Thursday, May 21 - 24, 2026

2026 Kickoff to Summer at the Fair

Description

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!

Location

Fairgrounds

Hours

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.

Saturday, May 30, 2026

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.

Location

Midway Lot

Hours

8-11 a.m.

Admission

$40 (pay-what-you-can)

For more information, visit www.gotrmn.org.

Sunday, May 31, 2026

North Star Flea Market

Description

At North Star Flea Market, we bring together a diverse array of local vendors who showcase unique products. You can find everything from everyday essentials, handmade crafts to vintage collectibles that reflect the rich culture of our community.

Location

Block 55 - West Como Lot

Hours

6 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Admission

Adults: $2
Kids (under 12): Free

For more information, visit northstarfleamarket.com.

GMCCA Car Show & Swap Meet

Description

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.

Location

Machinery Hill

Hours

7 a.m. open for swappers
8 a.m. to 2 p.m. open for general public

Admission

Adults: $10
Children (12 & under): Free
Show Vehicles: $20
Vehicles for Sale: $25
Swap Spaces: $25 each

For more information, visit www.gmcca.com.

Saturday, June 6, 2026

MNCBA SpringCon

Description

Join us to experience over 300 tables of creators, vendors, activities for the whole family, panels, prizes, and more!

Location

Education Building

Hours

10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Admission

Adults: $10
Children (9 & under): Free

For more information, visit www.mncba.org.

Saturday, June 6 - 7, 2026

MAC Autocross MOWOG Series

Description

Explore the limits of your car and your driving skills while having fun and competing against your friends.

Location

West Blue Lot

Hours

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

Admission

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.

Sunday, June 7, 2026

North Star Flea Market

Description

At North Star Flea Market, we bring together a diverse array of local vendors who showcase unique products. You can find everything from everyday essentials, handmade crafts to vintage collectibles that reflect the rich culture of our community.

Location

Block 55 - West Como Lot

Hours

6 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Admission

Adults: $2
Kids (under 12): Free

For more information, visit northstarfleamarket.com.

Cold Blooded Expos Reptile Show

Description

Quality reptiles, exotic animals, tanks, cage supplies and feeders for sale.

Location

North End Event Center

Hours

Early Bird starting at 9 a.m.
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Admission

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.

Tuesday, June 9 - 13, 2026

Region 10 AHA Championship Show

Description

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.

Location

Warner Coliseum

Hours

8 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. daily

Admission

Free

For more information, visit www.region10arabians.com.

Thursday, June 11, 2026

Run More, Judge Less 5K & 1 Mile

Description

The Run More, Judge Less 5K is a gathering rooted in belonging. Hosted by Mile in My Shoes, this inclusive community run is built on the belief that the transformative power of running should be accessible to everyone.

Location

Fairgrounds

Hours

4:30 p.m. - Packet pick-up and Race Day Registration opens
6 p.m. - Welcome & Group Warm-up
6:30 p.m. - Kid's Race
6:40 p.m. - One Mile Race
7 p.m. - 5K Race
Post race cool down with Karuna Yoga

For more information, visit runsignup.com.

Friday, June 12 - 13, 2026

Viking Motorcycle Show

Description

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.

Location

Progress Center

Hours

Friday: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Saturday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Admission

Adults: $10
Children (12 & under): Free

For more information, visit vikingmc.org.

Saturday, June 13 - 14, 2026

MAC Autocross MOWOG Series

Description

Explore the limits of your car and your driving skills while having fun and competing against your friends.

Location

West Blue Lot

Hours

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

Admission

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.

Sunday, June 14, 2026

North Star Flea Market

Description

At North Star Flea Market, we bring together a diverse array of local vendors who showcase unique products. You can find everything from everyday essentials, handmade crafts to vintage collectibles that reflect the rich culture of our community.

Location

Block 55 - West Como Lot

Hours

6 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Admission

Adults: $2
Kids (under 12): Free

For more information, visit northstarfleamarket.com.