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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 (31 - 36 of 36 Events)

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.

Saturday, January 23 - 25, 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.