Kickoff to Summer at the Fair

Save the Date – Kickoff to Summer at the Fair Returns!

The fifth annual Kickoff to Summer at the Fair will be held May 22-25, 2025! This slice-of-the-fair event features more food and fun things to do than ever before – but with the laid-back patio vibe we all love about Minnesota summers. Favorite fair food and brews at nearly 40 vendors, music and entertainment free with admission, shopping at 20+ specialty Minnesota merchants, Giant Slide rides, yard games, history tours, free parking, and so much more! Plus, the ever-popular Milk Run 5K Race will take place Saturday, May 24 at 9 a.m.

To make this an extra-special experience, attendance is limited per day.

• 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.

Tickets and complete event details will be available in early April. Stay tuned! To be among the first to know, sign up for our e-newsletter.