Kickoff to Summer at the Fair

May 25, 2023 - May 28, 2023

The third annual Kickoff to Summer at the Fair will return May 25-28, 2023! Enjoy a slice of the fair! Get together with family and friends, savor State Fair food favorites at 30+ vendors, raise a glass to a bright summer ahead, tap your toes to live music on three stages, enjoy activities and attractions for the whole family, shop 20+ specialty Minnesota merchants, and so much more! This is the ultimate way to kick back and relax at the iconic State Fairgrounds! Plus, there’s free parking!

NEW THIS YEAR:

• The ever-popular Milk Run 5K Race, presented by By the Yard, will take place Saturday, May 27 at 9 a.m.
• You’ll be able to purchase tickets immediately when they go on sale for the Kickoff date you’d like to attend without going through a lottery process!
• And new activities await!

To make this an extra-special experience, attendance is limited per day.

• Thursday, May 25: 4-9 p.m.
• Friday, May 26: 4-9 p.m.
• Saturday, May 27: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
• Sunday, May 28: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

• Fairs & Festivals
• Family Friendly