MINNESOTA STATE FAIR | 2024
Minnesota Great Get-Together
AUGUST 22nd - SEPTEMBER 2nd
As August arrived, so has the anticipation for the 'Great Minnesota Get-Together'. From corn dogs to cheese curds, our favorite treats, sips and attractions are just days away!
This year's event combines cherished traditions with notable new attractions. And the new official State Fair App makes planning your day(s) on the grounds easier than ever! Whether you're a long-time attendee or first-time fairgoer, this year’s end-of-summer* celebration is ready to create lasting memories for all.
*Apologies for reminding you that the end-of-summer is approaching.
Minnesota State Fair 1860
What began in 1854 as a territorial fair to highlight agriculture and encourage farming in the region became the Minnesota State Fair in 1859, a year after Minnesota was granted statehood. Learn more about the State Fair’s rich history. Today, often referred to as the “Great Minnesota Get-Together,” the annual Minnesota State Fair is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the region. Check out recent attendance figures.
new FAIR aTTRACTIONS 2024
Celebrating 90 Years of the Streetcar Arch: In 1934 this steel arch inscribed with “State Fair” was installed to welcome guests fresh off the rails of streetcars. Streetcars remained popular until the 1950s when their usage declined with a new mode of public transportation: the bus. In the 1980s the arch was removed. In 2014, the restored Streetcar Arch was installed in its current location next to the Transit Hub and West End Market and has become a popular landmark for photos. It welcomes fair guests today as it did 90 years ago.
Accessibility & Guest Service Additions: Expanded accessibility offerings include virtual visual assistant service Aira, audio-described crop art tour, new sensory-friendly space Joy Mobile, family care expansions with KaiBi Mobile Family Care Center and an added adult-size changing table.
State Fair History Spots: Take a brief trip down memory lane by joining the Minnesota State Fair Foundation for State Fair History Snapshots! Volunteers will share the history of several State Fair favorites, including food, rural youth programs and more! (Presentations vary throughout the day.) After the presentation, step inside Ramberg Center to play Blue Ribbon BINGO for a chance to win State Fair admission tickets and other prizes. BINGO proceeds benefit the Minnesota State Fair Foundation.
Cats & Dogs The Exhibition: Go inside the minds of our favorite furry friends at Cats & Dogs The Exhibition, a sensory and interactive journey devoted to understanding and decoding the behavior of our beloved, entertaining (and sometimes confounding) fluffy family members.
NEW FAIR FOOD and specialty sips 2024
Chili Mango Whip: Mango Dole Soft Serve in a cup rimmed and topped with chamoy and Tajín. Garnished with a tamarind candy straw. Alternate flavors of Dole Soft Serve include pineapple, strawberry and lemon. (Gluten-Free, Vegan)
Grilled Purple Sticky Rice: Purple sticky rice grilled over an open flame until crunchy, then topped with choice of shredded Hmong beef jerky or pickled mushrooms. Garnished with fresh herbs and finished with Union Hmong Kitchen's Krunchy Chili Aioli. (Gluten-Free, Vegetarian option)
Marco’s Garden: Local rhubarb jam, thyme-marinated locally sourced tomatoes, farmer cheese, jalapeño and honey served with a side of grilled gluten-free flatbread. (Gluten-Free, Vegan option uses thyme tofu dip and maple syrup instead of cheese and honey.)
New Vendor Alert!: Kosharina Egyptian Cuisine serves Koshari (rice, pasta, chickpeas, lentils, tomato sauce, garlicky vinegar "dakkah" sauce, topped with fried onions) in three varieties (chicken, beef and vegetable); plus caffeine-free iced hibiscus tea. Koshari is gluten-free without pasta, and the vegetable variety is vegan.
visit the link below to purchase your tickets and start planning your adventure!
The State Fair’s mission is to educate and involve guests by providing a world-class showcase that is innovative, entertaining and fun. Showcasing Minnesota’s finest agriculture, art and industry. They create unique experiences that offer exceptional value. Providing a safe, clean environment that is accessible to all.