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Aug. 27 – Labor Day, Sept. 7, 2026

70 Days 22 Hours 50 Mins

Fairgrounds Events Calendar — Info Subject To Change

25 Upcoming Events (16 - 25 of 25 Events)

Saturday, October 3 - 4, 2026

The Minnesota Mineral Club Annual Rock, Mineral + Gem Show

Description

Bring your family & friends and check out agates, fluorescents, jewelry, fossils, exhibits, lapidary demonstrations, rock identification, kids activities, and more!

Location

Grandstand

Hours

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

Admission

Adults: $5
Children (12 & under): Free

For more information, visit minnesotamineralclub.org.

Sunday, October 4, 2026

Roadsters Swap Meet

Description

A traditional automotive swap meet where builders and restorers can find some early car parts, typically at reasonable prices.

Location

North Lots

Hours

4 a.m. to 4 p.m

Admission

$10

For more information, visit twincitiesroadsters.com.

Friday, October 9 - 10, 2026

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.

Saturday, October 10 - 11, 2026

MNCBA FallCon

Description

With over 30 years of history, the Minnesota Comic Book Association’s SpringCon and FallCon shows are Minnesota’s largest conventions focused on comic book creators and vendors.

Location

Grandstand

Hours

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

Admission

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

For more information, visit www.mncba.org.

Friday, October 16 - 17, 2026

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

Friday: 2-8 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Admission

Free

For more information, visit mnwwg.org.

Saturday, January 9 - 10, 2027

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: $10 ($9 with coupon)

For more information, visit www.mnantiqueshows.com.

Friday, January 22 - 24, 2027

Legacy Luau Gymnastics Invitational

Description

Gymnastics meet hosted by Legacy Gymnastics.

Location

Warner Coliseum

Hours

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

Admission

Adults: $20
Seniors: $15
Child (6-17): $5
5 & Under: Free
Weekend Pass: $35
CASH ONLY

For more information, visit www.gymlegacy.com.

Friday, January 29 - 30, 2027

Twin Cities Invitational

Description

Gymnastics meet hosted by the Mini-Hops Gymnastics Booster Club.

Location

Warner Coliseum

Hours

Saturday: 8 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Sunday: 8 a.m. to 6:15 p.m.

Admission

Adults: $15
Children/Seniors: $10

For more information, visit mini-hops.com.

Friday, February 26 - 28, 2027

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

North End Event Center

Hours

Friday, February 27: 8:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Saturday, February 28: Volunteers only
Sunday, March 1: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Admission

Free

For more information, visit tcrsf.net.

Friday, March 5 - 7, 2027

George's Minnesota Muskie Expo

Description

George’s Minnesota Minnesota Muskie Expo is a fishing show for muskie anglers. The show includes seminars, retailers, resorts, factory reps, lures, rods, reels, maps, publications, muskie guides, reproductions, boats, kids zone and much much more.

Location

Warner Coliseum

Hours

Friday: 1-7:30 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Sunday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Admission

Adults: $10
Weekend Pass: $17
Children (12 & under): Free

For more information, visit mn-muskieexpo.com.