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Fairgrounds Events Calendar — Info Subject To Change

30 Upcoming Events (1 - 15 of 30 Events)

Saturday, May 3, 2025

Animal Humane Society Walk for Animals

Description

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.

Location

International Bazaar

Hours

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.

Admission

Cash and credit card donations accepted

For more information, visit secure.animalhumanesociety.org.

Sunday, May 4, 2025

Northland Vintage Toy, Train, Advertising & Pop Culture Show

Description

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.

Location

Progress Center

Hours

9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Admission

Adults: $7
Children (12 & under): Free

For more information, visit www.northlandantiquetoyshow.com.

Spring Extravaganza Car Show & Swap Meet

Description

The show features over 750 cars. All makes and models of show vehicles 2000 & older plus any year Buick are welcome. Over 500 swappers and commercial vendors will also be on hand

Location

Progress Center

Hours

8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Admission

Adults: $10
Children (12 & under with paid adult): Free

Friday, May 9 - 11, 2025

Friends School Plant Sale

Description

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.

Hours

Friday: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Sunday: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Admission

Free

For more information, visit www.friendsschoolplantsale.com.

Saturday, May 10, 2025

Model Railroad Show & Sale

Description

Over 200 tables of new & used trains, toys, models, tools and many other hobby or collectable items.

Location

Education Building

Hours

9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Admission

Adults (8+): $7
Children (7 & under): Free

For more information, visit www.tcmrm.org.

Saturday, May 17 - 18, 2025

MAC Autocross MOWOG Series

Description

Explore the limits of your car and your driving skills while having fun and competing against your friends.

Hours

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

Admission

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 - 25, 2025

2025 Kickoff to Summer at the Fair

Hours

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.

Saturday, May 31, 2025

Girls on the Run 5k

Description

Girls on the Run inspires girls of all abilities to recognize their individual strengths while building a sense of connection in a team setting. At the end of the season, the team completes a 5K together, which provides a tangible sense of accomplishment.

Hours

8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Admission

$35 March 1-May 14
$40 May 15-June 1
$40 Race Day

For more information, visit www.gotrmn.org.

Sunday, June 1, 2025

GMCCA Car Show & Swap Meet

Description

GMCCA is comprised of twelve car & truck clubs based out of the Minneapolis and St. Paul metropolitan area in Minnesota. In June of each year we hold our GMCCA All-GM Show and Swap Meet on Machinery Hill at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds.

Hours

7 a.m. open for swappers
8 a.m. to 3 p.m. open for general public

Admission

Adults: $10
Children (12 & under): Free
Show Vehicles: $20
Vehicles for Sale: $25
Swap Spaces: $25 each

For more information, visit www.gmcca.com.

Friday, June 6 - 7, 2025

Viking Motorcycle Show

Description

National meet of the Viking Chapter, Antique Motorcycle Club of America, and the Vintage Japanese Motorcycle Club. Large, indoor and outdoor swap meet. Indoor display of over 150 vintage and antique motorcycles.

Location

Progress Center

Hours

Friday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Admission

Adults: $10
Children (12 & under): Free

For more information, visit vikingmc.org.

Saturday, June 7, 2025

MNCBA SpringCon

Description

Join us to experience over 300 tables of creators, vendors, activities for the whole family, panels, prizes, and more!

Location

Education Building

Hours

Saturday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Admission

Adults: $15 (Includes both days)
Kids (9 and under): Free

For more information, visit www.mncba.org.

Saturday, June 7 - 8, 2025

MAC Autocross MOWOG Series

Description

Explore the limits of your car and your driving skills while having fun and competing against your friends.

Hours

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

Admission

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.

Saturday, June 14 - 15, 2025

MAC Autocross MOWOG Series

Description

Explore the limits of your car and your driving skills while having fun and competing against your friends.

Hours

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

Admission

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.

Friday, June 20 - 22, 2025

MSRA Back to the 50's

Description

The 51st Annual Back to the 50's Car Show will feature over 10,000 street rods and custom cars along with commercial vendors, swappers, crafters, entertainment and much more.

Hours

Friday: 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Saturday: 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Sunday: 6 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Admission

Advanced Tickets: $13 (can be purchased beginning in June at participating NAPA Auto stores in MN and western WI)
At the Gate: $15 (cash only)
Children (15 and under): Free with a paid adult

For more information, visit msrabacktothe50s.com.

Saturday, June 28 - 29, 2025

MAC Autocross MOWOG Series

Description

Explore the limits of your car and your driving skills while having fun and competing against your friends.

Hours

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

Admission

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.