Aug. 27 – Labor Day, Sept. 7, 2026
123 Days 10 Hours 37 Mins
Come visit Minnesota's largest equine trade show complete with horse shows, speakers, demos and free pony rides.
Warner Coliseum
Friday: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Sunday: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Please visit the website for admission prices, including the PRCA Rodeo.
For more information, visit www.mnhorseexpo.org.
Join fellow gardeners in your best garden party attire and help raise funds to support MHS programs like Garden-in-a-Box, which provides garden kits to local organizations. Attendees may expect a luncheon, live and silent auction and a 2026 plant preview.
North End Event Center
Gala: 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Plant Sale: 4-5:30 p.m.
Members: $90
General Admission: $100
For more information, visit northerngardener.org.
The Sahara Sands Spring Classic Arabian Horse Show attracts competitors from Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, North Dakota, and South Dakota to compete in various classes including English pleasure, reining, dressage, hunter, western & native costume.
Warner Coliseum
Friday: 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Saturday: 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Sunday: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Free
For more information, visit saharasands.org.
This one-mile walk, fundraiser, and celebration benefits the thousands of dogs, cats, and critters AHS serves every year, and we’re excited to bring you and your pets even more fun, food, and chances to make a difference.
International Bazaar
Rain or shine, gates will open at 9 a.m. at the International Bazaar on the Minnesota State Fairgrounds. Walk begins at 10 a.m.
Cash and credit card donations accepted
For more information, visit secure.animalhumanesociety.org.
The show features over 750 cars. Any year, any make, any model of show vehicles plus any year Buick are welcome. Over 500 swappers and commercial vendors will also be on hand.
North Lots
8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Adults: $10
Children (12 & under with paid adult): Free
For more information, visit gopherstatebuick.org.
Hundreds of collectors from across the nation will show, sell and trade action figures, Star Wars, farm toys, dolls, tin, mechanical, trains and cast iron toys and antique advertising from around the world.
Progress Center
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Adults: $7
Children (12 & under): Free
For more information, visit www.northlandantiquetoyshow.com.
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.
