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Aug. 21 – Labor Day, Sept. 1, 2025

67 Days 1 Hours 3 Mins

Fairgrounds Events Calendar — Info Subject To Change

19 Upcoming Events (16 - 19 of 19 Events)

Friday, October 3 - 4, 2025

Twin Cities Oktoberfest

Description

Celebrate with friends & family in the best venue for Oktoberfest in the historic Progress Center! Stop by for Minnesota craft brews & ciders, tasty local food, traditional Bavarian dancers, music, merchandise vendors, and more!

Location

Progress Center

Hours

Friday: 5-11 p.m.
Saturday: noon to 10 p.m.

Admission

Admission to the event is free, but a wristband is required for alcohol.
Discounted beer tickets, collectible half liter mugs, wristband packages & more available while supplies last at TCOktoberfest.com. Wristbands will also be available at the door.

For more information, visit tcoktoberfest.com.

Thursday, October 9 - 11, 2025

Curio Brands Warehouse Sale

Description

Discounts on candles, home care, and beauty products from brands including Capri Blue, Thymes, and Otherland.

Location

Education Building

Hours

Thursday: 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Friday: 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m. to noon

Admission

Free

For more information, visit www.curiobrands.com.

Saturday, October 11, 2025

Woodworkers Expo

Description

Over 80 local and national woodworking retailers, tool manufacturers, lumber sellers, schools, organizations, and makers will be here to show off products, share information, answer questions, and share their knowledge of and passion for woodworking.

Location

Progress Center

Hours

9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Admission

Free

For more information, visit mnwwg.org.

Saturday, October 11 - 12, 2025

FallCon

Description

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

Location

Grandstand

Hours

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

Admission

Adults: $15 (Includes both days)
Children (9 & under): Free

For more information, visit www.mncba.org.