Aug. 27 – Labor Day, Sept. 7, 2026
121 Days 7 Hours 36 Mins
Thousands of talented 4-H youth from throughout the state showcase their award-winning exhibits on topics from aerospace to fine arts to health to veterinary science and dozens of categories in between. High-energy song and dance performances, engineering challenges, and a wide range of demonstrations also fill the building.
For information on all 4-H activities at the fair, download the 4-H at the Minnesota State Fair app or visit https://extension.umn.edu/fairs-events-and-training/4-h-minnesota-state-fair
The Minnesota State Fair and Minnesota 4-H are partnering on a $35 million project to renovate the 4-H Building and expand the statewide 4-H program. Learn more
9:00 am – 9:00 pm
Notes: Closes at 8 p.m. on Labor Day