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Fairgrounds Events Calendar — Info Subject To Change

18 Upcoming Events (1 - 15 of 18 Events)

Friday, December 1 - 2, 2023

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 public admission; $5 suggested donation

For more information, visit www.horsecrazymarket.org.

Saturday, December 9, 2023

North Star Roller Derby Season 18 - Bout 3

Description

North Star Roller Derby is a member-run, nonprofit roller derby league based in Minneapolis. Skaters play a version of the roller derby you may have seen on TV in the 80s, but on a flat track instead of a banked track.

Location

Warner Coliseum

Hours

Doors Open at 5 p.m.
Bout at 6 p.m.

Admission

$15

For more information, visit www.northstarrollerderby.com.

Friday, December 15 - 17, 2023

State Gymnastics Meet

Location

Warner Coliseum

Hours

Friday: 2 - 10:30 p.m.
Saturday: 7:50 a.m. to 10:45 p.m.
Sunday: 7:50 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Admission

Children 0-4 years: Free; Students & Seniors: $10; Adults: $15; 2 Day Pass: $25; 3 Day Pass: $35

For more information, visit www.flipsgym.com.

Saturday, December 16 - 17, 2023

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

Saturday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Admission

Free

For more information, visit www.minnesotamerrymarket.com.

Saturday, January 6, 2024

2024 Ironmaiden and Ironman Invitational

Location

Warner Coliseum

Hours

8 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Admission

Adults: $20
Seniors: $10
Children (6-18): $10
Children (5 & under): Free

For more information, visit www.jamhops.com.

Saturday, January 13 - 14, 2024

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.

Admission

General: $8 ($7 with coupon)
Early Bird: $20 (Friday before show from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.)

For more information, visit www.mnantiqueshows.com.

Saturday, January 20 - 21, 2024

Twin Cities Invite

Location

Warner Coliseum

Hours

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

Admission

Adults: $10
Children/Seniors: $5

For more information, visit mini-hops.com.

Friday, January 26 - 28, 2024

Legacy Luau Gymnastics Invitational

Description

The 12th Annual Legacy Luau Gymnastics Invitational will showcase Levels 3-5 • Bronze, Silver and Gold and Levels 6-10 • Diamond and Platinum.

Location

Warner Coliseum

Hours

Friday: Noon to 9:30 p.m.
Saturday: 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Sunday: 8 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

For more information, visit www.gymlegacy.com.

Sunday, January 28, 2024

St. Paul Winter Carnival Fire & Ice Run/Walk

Description

The in-person NoK, 5K and 10K PLUS a NEW Kid’s Run will be held on Sunday, January 29th, 2023. Join us for a beautiful run or walk past the Vulcan Snow Park and a wintry Minnesota State Fairground.

Location

North End Event Center

Hours

8-9 a.m.: Registration
8:45 a.m.: Kid’s Run
9:00 a.m.: 15K (3 loops) and 20K (4 loops)
9:05 a.m.: 5K (1 loop) and 10K (2 loops)
9:06 a.m.: NoK

Admission

Please see website for pricing.

For more information, visit wintercarnival.com.

Saturday, February 10, 2024

North Star Roller Derby Season 18 - Bout 4

Description

North Star Roller Derby is a member-run, nonprofit roller derby league based in Minneapolis. Skaters play a version of the roller derby you may have seen on TV in the 80s, but on a flat track instead of a banked track.

Location

Warner Coliseum

Hours

Doors Open at 5 p.m.
Bout at 6 p.m.

Admission

$15

For more information, visit www.northstarrollerderby.com.

Sunday, February 18, 2024

Sneaker Convention

Location

North End Event Center

For more information, visit sneakertravelers.com.

Saturday, February 24, 2024

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 25, 2023. 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.

Friday, March 1 - 3, 2024

Twin Cities Regional Science Fairs

Description

The Twin Cities Regional Science Fairs' mission is to provide opportunities for interaction with professionals, discussion of project goals, presentation of ideas, and project analysis for all youth in the Twin Cities nine county area.

Location

Warner Coliseum

Hours

Friday, March 3: 8 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.
Saturday, March 4: Volunteers only
Sunday, March 5: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Admission

Free

For more information, visit tcrsf.net.

Thursday, April 18 - 20, 2024

Backcountry Hunters & Anglers Rendezvous

Location

North End Event Center

For more information, visit www.backcountryhunters.org.

Friday, April 26 - 28, 2024

Minnesota Horse Expo

Description

This event is a combination of speakers, vendors, horses and more. The 2023 Minnesota Horse Expo will feature 2 PRCA Rodeo performances - Friday, April 28 and Saturday, April 29 at 7:30 p.m. in the Coliseum.

Location

Warner Coliseum

Hours

Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Saturday: 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Sunday: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Admission

Expo Tickets at the Gate
Adults (13-61): $15.00, All 3 Days - $40.00
Seniors (62+): $ 11.00, All 3 Days -$30.00
Youth (6-12): $ 11.00, All 3 Days - $30.00
Children (5 & under): Free

For more information, visit www.mnhorseexpo.org.