Kickoff to Summer at the Fair - Minnesota State Fairgrounds
- Dates
- May 20–23, 2027
- Next date
- May 20, 2027
- Location
- St. Paul, MN
About the event
Kickoff to Summer at the Fair on Sunday, May 24, is SOLD OUT! If you have already purchased tickets for Sunday, please join us any time 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. The popular Kickoff to Summer at the Fair returns over Memorial Day Weekend! This slice-of-the-fair event features fair food and brews at more vendors than ever – more than 40! Fan-favorite features return – limited attendance so there’s plenty of space to enjoy the day with family and friends, free parking, music and entertainment free with admission, shopping at nearly 50 specialty Minnesota merchants and so much more! NEW in 2026 ! Read below for details on the Hunter & Jumper Horse Show and the Second Glance Crop Art Exhibit – both free with admission! Plus, the sold-out Milk Run 5K Race is Saturday, May 23. To make this event experience extra special, attendance for each day is limited and some days may sell out. May 21-24 onlin...
Dates & schedule
Kickoff to Summer at the Fair on Sunday, May 24, is SOLD OUT! If you have already purchased tickets for Sunday, please join us any time 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- May 20, 2027
- Venue
- Minnesota State Fairgrounds
- Minnesota State Fairgrounds, 1265 Snelling Ave N, St. Paul, MN 55108
- Good fit for
- Art & Photography
- On-site amenities
- rain or shine free parking accessible live music family friendly
