Aug. 27 – Labor Day, Sept. 7, 2026
5 Days 12 Hours 46 Mins
9/06/26 - Day 11, Sunday, Sept. 6
Friends of the Fair Day, Cultural Destinations Day at Dan Patch Park and more!
Friends of the Fair Day
Sunday, Sept. 6 is Friends of the Fair Day at the Minnesota State Fair! Celebrate the great work of the Minnesota State Fair Foundation. Regular admission prices at the gates: $20 for adults (13-64) and $18 for seniors (65+) and kids (5-12).
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.
Grandstand Concert Series
Sponsored by
Bandshell Tonight! Concert Series
Sponsored by
West End at Sunset
8 p.m. at Pryes Stage at Schilling Amphitheater at the West End
Maygen & The Birdwatcher
Sponsored by
Cultural Destinations Day at Dan Patch Park
With a spotlight on “Many Rhythms. One Celebration,” experience the vibrant traditions, music, art and dance of four of Minnesota's most celebrated cultural festivals – all in one place! Brought to you by Cultural Destinations. View detailed schedule information.
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 or pick one up at an information booth. Please note: Information will be added throughout the summer.
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.
More Days at a Glance
Find daily details for all 12 days of the Great Minnesota Get-Together! Learn more.