Individual Exhibits

2025 K-12 Competition

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Individual exhibits in the K-12 competition showcase projects made by students in grades kindergarten through 12. There are classes for every student in this competition. Exhibits range from paintings and drawings to models and original stories. Exhibits do not have to be made in school or during school hours. There are also classes for students enrolled in special education classes who would like their exhibits judged with like entries.

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

• Individual Exhibits Premium Book Section (PDF)
• Individual Exhibits Entry Instructions (PDF)
• Individual Exhibits FAQs (link)

REGISTRATION

• Opens: Monday, May 5
• Closes: Tuesday, July 29, at 4:30 p.m.

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 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 only if received prior to Aug. 1.

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

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.

RESULTS

2024 results will be posted as they become available.

• 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)
• Previous years’ results are available in the digital archive.

QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS?

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