8/26/25 – Day 6, Tuesday, Aug. 26

Military Appreciation Day

Discounted admission prices at the entrance gates for active military, their spouses and kids; retired military and their spouses; and military veterans and their spouses ($15). Deals on merchandise and food for all fair guests. All-day discounts offered on Mighty Midway and Kidway rides & games.

Hours

• Fairground Admission: 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.
• Fairgrounds Hours: 7 a.m. to 11 p.m.
• Mighty Midway: 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. *
• Kidway: 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. *

* Closing times may vary.

More Hours

Military Appreciation Day at Dan Patch Park

Stop by Military Appreciation Day: Future Face of the Force at Dan Patch Park to visit educational booths displaying programs and services that serve military families. On the Dan Patch Park Stage, enjoy entertainment, presentations and special musical guests.

Daily Schedule

For a list of all activities, entertainment, demonstrations, competitions and more happening at the Great Minnesota Get-Together, use the searchable daily schedule – live in August – or pick one up at an information booth.

State Fair Finder

Use the State Fair Finder to plan your day at the fair!

• Food
• Shops & Booths

Official MN State Fair App

Be in the know when you’re on the go! Download the Official MN State Fair App, available in the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. Use it for an interactive map, Food Finder, Shops & Booths Finder, real-time daily schedules and the latest State Fair information.