Aug. 27 – Labor Day, Sept. 7, 2026
11 Days 1 Hours 43 Mins
Guides
Accessibility Guide
Welcome to the 2026 Great Minnesota Get-Together! We offer a variety of services so that our guests can make the most of their visit to the 12 best days of summer - Aug. 27 through Labor Day, Sept. 7. (All information subject to change.) Click here to view this content in ASL Jump to a
Deals & Discounts Guide
Planning your visit to the 2026 Minnesota State Fair on a budget? From discount admission days to food deals and ride specials, there are plenty of ways to make the most of your fair budget. Jump to: Ways to Save Discount Days Save on Parking Free Fair Fun Food & Beverage Ways to Save! Buy
First-Time Visitors Guide
First time visiting the Great Minnesota Get-Together? Use these tips to help make the most of your first trip. (All information subject to change.) Jump to: Admission Tickets Get Here Plan Your Visit Best Bets Admission Tickets Pre-fair discount admission tickets are available for $17 until Aug. 26. You can find pre-fair discount tickets at:
Grandstand Info Guide
Accessible Seating Guests using wheelchairs may enter by way of the elevators at the east and west ends of the Grandstand, the ramp at the west end of the Grandstand near the elevator, or the Grandstand Ramp from Carnes Avenue. If you'd like to use an elevator, we recommend the larger elevator on the west
Group Guide
Party Together! Get your group together at Heffron Park’s Horton Pavilions during the State Fair! Located just east of the Grandstand, this by-reservation-only picnic area welcomes groups, rain or shine. A great place for company picnics, appreciation dinners, class reunions, anniversary parties or family celebrations! Private, covered pavilion event space available between 8 a.m. and
Kids Guide
Visiting with Young Children Use these tips to plan your visit with young fair fans. (All information subject to change.) Ways to Save Admission Children 4 and under are always free – every day! Admission for kids ages 5-12 is discounted on these days when you purchase tickets at the gate: Opening Day, Thursday, Aug.
State Fair Shopping Guide
Visitors headed to the Minnesota State Fair certainly won't find a shortage of shopping, specialty merchants and unique artisans. From goods, gadgets and gear to crafts, collectibles and confections, the hundreds of vendors on the fairgrounds offer exceptional merchandise and stellar savings. In addition to the great shopping in the locations listed below, while you're