Minnesota State Fair Kick-Off to Summer
Thursday, May 23
6:00 pm
Minnesota State Fair Grandstand
1265 Snelling Avenue North, Falcon Heights, MN 55108
Kick-off to Summer at the Fair
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About this event
The fourth annual Kickoff to Summer at the Fair will return May 23-26, 2024! This slice-of-the-fair event features more food and fun things to do than ever before – but with the laid-back patio vibe we all love about Minnesota summers. Favorite fair food and brews at nearly 40 vendors, music and entertainment free with admission, shopping at 20+ specialty Minnesota merchants, inflatable axe throwing, arcade games, mini golf, pickleball, Giant Slide rides, yard games, history tours, free parking, and so much more! Plus, the ever-popular Milk Run 5K Race will take place Saturday, May 25 at 9 a.m.
To make this an extra-special experience, attendance is limited per day.
Thursday, May 23: 4-9 p.m.
Friday, May 24: 4-9 p.m.
Saturday, May 25: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Sunday, May 26: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Music & Entertainment
Spring into summer with live entertainment and plenty of fun activities! View our downloadable program and detailed event map sponsored by Re-Bath for additional details.
Three Stages of Free Entertainment!
Visitors Plaza Stage (VP) sponsored by Treasure Island Resort & Casino: At Dan Patch Ave. & Underwood St.
DNR Stage (DNR) sponsored by Cal Spas: At DNR Park
Christensen Farms Stage (CF) sponsored by Minnesota Corn: On Judson Ave. near CHS Miracle of Birth Center
Plus, check out even more live entertainment at Andy’s Grille, Cafe Caribe, Dino’s Gyros and RC’s BBQ!