K-12 Competition

K-12 Competition

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The K-12 competition is the perfect way for students to get involved and show off their creative work at the Great Minnesota Get Together. The K-12 competition presents an annual exhibition of the work of Minnesota students in kindergarten through grade 12. Students entering exhibits may submit a variety of items. Projects conceived and executed at home as well as school projects are welcome in the following divisions:

• Individual Exhibits – drawings, paintings, sewing, jewelry, reports, creative writing.
• Technology and Engineering Exhibits – architectural working drawings, photography, welding, robots, CO2 cars, supermileage.

Descriptions of each competition and entry rules are in the 2025 K-12 premium book which will be available in May.

• 2025 K-12 Competition Premium Book (available in May)

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

Registration opens on Monday, May 5. Please read the premium book rules before beginning online registration, as you are responsible for knowing the important rules and conditions it contains regarding your entries. Read how to enter exhibits before you begin. You must be a Minnesota resident to enter.

All individuals and teachers must register entries online or in person BEFORE entry closing on July 29, at 4:30 p.m. If you need assistance, please contact the competition department at competition@mnstatefair.org or 651-288-4417.

Teachers who enter their students’ work will have their completed tags mailed prior to delivery of exhibits. Parents/students will have tags and forms ready when items are delivered.

MAIL-IN REGISTRATION is available! All entries must be registered and received (not postmarked) by Tuesday, July 29, at 4:30 p.m.

1. Include with entry: 1) first name, last name, address and phone number; 2) list of class number(s) and a description of exhibit for each entry. Student’s name MUST be on project.
2. Mail to: Competition Department – c/o: K-12 Competition, Minnesota State Fair, 1265 Snelling Ave. N., St. Paul, MN 55108.
3. Paper confirmation of registered classes will be sent via USPS.

Note: Fragile items should be sent with care and extra packaging materials. The fair is not responsible for lost or damaged items.

IMPORTANT DATES

• Registration opens: Monday, May 5
• Registration closes: Tuesday, July 29, at 4:30 p.m.

EXHIBIT DELIVERY & RETURN

• DELIVERY
  • Monday, Aug. 11, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
  • Tuesday, Aug. 12, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

See the map of where to deliver exhibits.

• RETURN
  • Wednesday, Sept. 3, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
  • Thursday, Sept. 4, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Exhibits must be picked up from the Education Building. No exhibits will be released without entry form receipt.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Links will become available as information is finalized.

• 2025 K-12 Competition Premium Book (PDF)
• Individual Exhibits FAQs (link)
• Technology and Engineering Exhibits FAQs (link)
• How to Enter Exhibits (PDF)
• K-12 Competition Registration Video Tutorial for Teachers (link)
• K-12 Competition Registration Video Tutorial for Students (link)
• Delivery and Return Procedures (PDF)
• Map of Where to Deliver Exhibits (PDF)
• Minnesota State Fair Agricultural Society Rules (PDF)

RESULTS

• 2024 Individual Exhibits – Grades K-3 results (PDF)
• 2024 Individual Exhibits – Grades 4-6 results (PDF)
• 2024 Individual Exhibits – Grades 7-9 results (PDF)
• 2024 Individual Exhibits – Grades 10-12 results (PDF)
• 2024 Technology and Engineering Exhibits results (PDF)
• Previous years’ results are available in the digital archive.

QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS?

For further information, please contact competition@mnstatefair.org or 651-288-4417