Aug. 21 – Labor Day, Sept. 1, 2025
179 Days 13 Hours 20 Mins
The winter attraction features tunnels, caverns, towers, fountains, and slides, built entirely from ice. Features are weather dependent, and may be temporarily closed or unavailable due to weather.
*Please see Ice Castles website for latest schedule changes*
Mondays: 4-9 p.m.
Tuesdays: CLOSED
Wednesdays: CLOSED
Thursdays: 4-9 p.m.
Fridays: 4-10 p.m.
Saturdays: 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Sundays: 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Holidays: 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Please see website for pricing.
For more information, visit icecastles.com.
Winter Beer Dabbler, the Midwest's biggest and best winter beer festival, will make its return to the Fairgrounds on February 22, 2025. Enjoy food trucks, music, and more all while tasting unlimited samples of craft beer and cider from across the U.S.
3-6:30 p.m. (early access begins at 2 p.m.)
General Admission: $55 + fees
Early Access: $75 + fees
Designated Driver: $20 + fees
For more information, visit beerdabbler.com.
The Twin Cities Regional Science Fairs' mission is to provide opportunities for interaction with professionals, discussion of project goals, presentation of ideas, and project analysis for all youth in the Twin Cities nine county area.
Warner Coliseum
Friday, February 28: 8 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.
Saturday, March 1: Volunteers only
Sunday, March 2: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Free
For more information, visit tcrsf.net.
George’s Minnesota Minnesota Muskie Expo is a fishing show for muskie anglers. The show includes seminars, retailers, resorts, factory reps, lures, rods, reels, maps, publications, muskie guides, reproductions, boats, kids zone and much much more.
Warner Coliseum
Friday: 1-7:30 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Sunday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Adults: $10
Weekend Pass: $17
Children (12 & under): Free
For more information, visit mn-muskieexpo.com.
The annual 3-ring Shrine Circus returns to the State Fairgrounds in 2025 for their 101st anniversary. Their traditional circus features animals, aerialists, clowns, and other great attractions all at family friendly prices.
Warner Coliseum
Thursday: 10:30 a.m. & 7 p.m.
Friday: 10 a.m., 2:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m., 2:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
Sunday: 10:30 a.m. & 3 p.m.
Reserved Seating: $25-$40
Children (2 years old & younger): Free
Please visit www.osmancircus.com to view available discounts. Tickets may be purchased online, at 1-800-8-CIRCUS or at the door.
For more information, visit osmancircus.com.
Quality reptiles, exotic animals, tanks, cage supplies and feeders for sale.
North End Event Center
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Daily Admission with Credit Card: 11 and Older: $12.00, Children 5-10: $5.00
Daily Admission with Cash: 11 and Older: $10.00, Children 5-10: $5.00
Kids 4 and under: Free
For more information, visit coldbloodedexpos.com.
Shop 45 antique & vintage fashion, textiles, jewelry & accessories vendors!
Warner Coliseum
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Early Bird (9 a.m.):
$15 online in advance
$20 at the door
($5 off if dressed in vintage)
General Admission (10 a.m. to 3 p.m.)
$5 at the door
Kids (12 and under): Free
For more information, visit twincitiestruevintageshow.com.
The Minnesota Youth Horse Association holds an annual tack swap to raise funds to support the Minnesota 4-H Horse Project. Proceeds from the tack swap help fund programs like Hippology, Horse Bowl, and the State Horse show.
Dairy Building
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Free
For more information, visit www.mntackswap.com.
At Natural Strongman, their mission is to cultivate and expand the sport of Natural Strongman globally, offering athletes a transparent and drug-tested pathway from regional competitions all the way to the prestigious Natural Worlds stage.
Education Building
10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
$10
For more information, visit ironpodium.com.
The Walk for Animals is Animal Humane Society’s largest fundraising event of the year, and this year they're excited to bring you and your pets even more fun, food, and opportunities to make a difference.
International Bazaar
Rain or shine, gates will open at 9 a.m. at the International Bazaar on the Minnesota State Fairgrounds. Walk begins at 10 a.m.
Cash and credit card donations accepted
For more information, visit secure.animalhumanesociety.org.
The 48th annual show features more than 200 vendor tables. Hundreds of collectors from across the nation will be on hand offering unique items along with appraisals for your toy or doll.
Progress Center
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Adults: $7
Children (12 & under): Free
For more information, visit www.northlandantiquetoyshow.com.
This event is the largest fundraising plant sale in the United States! The sale features over one million plants in about 2,300 varieties. On Mother's Day, all plants are 1/3 off.
Friday: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Sunday: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Free
For more information, visit www.friendsschoolplantsale.com.
Over 200 tables of new & used trains, toys, models, tools and many other hobby or collectable items.
Education Building
9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Adults (8+): $7
Children (7 & under): Free
For more information, visit www.tcmrm.org.
Explore the limits of your car and your driving skills while having fun and competing against your friends.
7:15-8 a.m. - Event check-in
7:30-9 a.m. - Course open for walking
7:30-8:30 a.m. - Tech inspection
9:15 a.m. - Drivers meeting
9:45 a.m. - First car off
Advance Registration:
$35 MAC members
$40 Non-members
Late/Day of Event Registration:
$45 MAC members
$50 Non-members
For more information, visit mnautox.motorsportreg.com.
Thursday, May 22: 4-9 p.m.
Friday, May 23: 4-9 p.m.
Saturday, May 24: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Sunday, May 25: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
For more information, visit www.mnstatefair.org.
