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Aug. 21 – Labor Day, Sept. 1, 2025

288 Days 10 Hours 34 Mins

New: Added Historical Highlights

Added Historical Highlights

New historical highlights have been added throughout the fairgrounds, including an updated Grandstand photographic timeline, three new History Walking Tour stops, and additions to the History & Heritage Center.

Details

  • Grandstand Timeline
    • The Grandstand has a long legacy of providing entertainment to generations of fair guests. Stop by the exterior south wall, near the Grandstand Ramp, to view historic photos and a newly created history timeline showcasing the beauty of this longstanding State Fair treasure.
  • Three New History Walking Tour Stops
    • Learn fun facts on this self-guided tour of the State Fair’s most historically significant spots - visit eight or more stops and earn a prize! Three new stops include military, the University of Minnesota, and gone but not forgotten – the roller coaster and carousel.
  • History & Heritage Center Updates
    • Visit a newly created display highlighting ornate hand-engraved Minnesota State Fair livestock trophies dating back to 1889. Plus, view a glimpse of the fairgrounds map in 1934, and learn about what landmarks are still standing today!

History and Heritage Center is open 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily (8 p.m. Labor Day)

Directions

Located throughout the fairgrounds