Minnesota State Fair 2026
Aug 27–Sep 7, 2026
St. Paul, Minnesota
Minnesota State Fair 2026 Overview
The Great Minnesota Get-Together
- Type
- An in-person, 12-day statewide fair
- Start Date
- End Date
- Time Zone
- Central Time (CT) — local time
- Organizer
- Minnesota State Fair
- Venue
- Minnesota State Fairgrounds 1265 North Snelling Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55108, United States
- Location
- St. Paul - Minnesota
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- Category
- Agriculture & Livestock
- Established
- 1859
- Event Website
- mnstatefair.org
- By the Numbers
- 2,200,000+ visitors; 12 days Figures are based on official organizer materials and may vary by year.
- Open To Public?
- Yes, this event is open to the public and family-friendly.
- Frequency
- Annual
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Minnesota State Fair 2026 FAQs
Where is the venue located?
Minnesota State Fair takes place at Minnesota State Fairgrounds, located at 1265 North Snelling Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota.
How can I go there?
How can I contact the venue?
Phone: +1 651-288-4400E-mail: fairinfo@mnstatefair.orgWebsite: mnstatefair.org
How can I contact the organizer?
Phone: +1 651-2884400Address: 1265 Snelling Avenue, St. Paul, MN, United States
What are the event hours?
Labor Day: 7 am – 9 pmOther Days: 7 am – 11 pm All times local (Central Time, CT)
How much is admission?
Adults (13-64): $20Seniors (65+): $18Kids (5-12): $18Children Under 5: Free
How much is parking?
Vehicle parking in State Fair lots is $25
What are the future dates?
August 26 – September 6, 2027
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