Minnesota State Fair's 2025 Kickoff to Summer at the Fair


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Minnesota State Fair's 2025 Kickoff to Summer at the Fair

Dates: May 22-25, 2025

Location: Minnesota State Fairgrounds, Falcon Heights, MN

Event Hours:

  • Thursday, May 22: 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Friday, May 23: 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Saturday, May 24: 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
  • Sunday, May 25: 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Event Highlights:

  • Nearly 40 food and drink vendors, including new additions like LuLu's Public House, Minneapple Pie, El Burrito Mercado, and Jersey Jo’s
  • Live music and entertainment.
  • Shopping at 20+ specialty Minnesota merchants.
  • Giant Slide rides, yard games, and history tours.
  • The popular Milk Run 5K Race on Saturday, May 24 at 9:00 AM (registration required by March 25)
  • Free parking.

Ticket Information:

  • Tickets go on sale Friday, April 4 at 10:00 AM via etix
  • Admission: $13 in advance, $16 at the door. Children 4 and under are free.
  • Each ticket is valid for a specific day.
  • CLICK HERE to get your tickets in advance!

Additional Information:

  • Attendance is limited per day to ensure a special experience