Minnesota State Fair

The Minnesota State Fair, known as The Great Minnesota Get-Together, is one of the largest and most celebrated state fairs in the United States, held annually on its historic fairgrounds in Saint Paul spanning from late August through Labor Day. The event showcases agriculture, arts, and culture through livestock competitions, fine arts exhibits, horticulture displays, and youth programs including 4-H and FFA exhibitions. Visitors enjoy the Mighty Midway with rides and carnival games, grandstand concerts featuring major entertainers, and dozens of free live music performances throughout the grounds. The fair is equally renowned for its extraordinary array of food vendors serving both classic and inventive culinary creations. Year-round, the fairgrounds host additional events, campground facilities, and community programming, making this iconic venue a cornerstone of Minnesota heritage and community life.