Fire Prevention Day at the Fair

Governors Fire Prevention day is one of my favorite days at the fair. The ninth annual "Governor's Fire Prevention Day" will take place on Friday, August 24, 2007, bringing the fire safety message to over 100,000 people in a single day. Fire departments from around the state of Minnesota get together to teach fair goers about fire safety. This is the world’s largest public safety event! There are plenty of games and prizes for the kids and the adults! I like to watch the fire explorers put on demonstrations like smoke house and the repel activities. Last year the fair even put on a special salute to armed forces and firefighters from 9-11. Governor Tim Pawlenty was on hand to give a speech and show his respect for those serving our country. Radio personality Amy James from K102 had the honor of introducing the Governor who then orchestrated a moment of silence for the fallen heroes. If you or your family likes to hear bagpipes, this is also the day to come out to the fair. Bring your whole family and spend the day at the fair! Don’t miss the Goo Goo Dolls Concert at the Grandstand Friday night. I can’t wait to see you all at the great Minnesota get –together!

Favorite Fair Food

Every year there are a plethora of Minnesota State Fair Food choices. I must admit I usually enjoy at least one new thing at the fair every year, but for the most part I am a traditionalist. I enjoy Cheese Curds, Corn Dogs and Cotton Candy more than anything else. I also like to comsume a Pork Chop on a stick, Cheese on a stick and a fried candy bar on a stick. It’s no wonder I have to wear elastic shorts the week of the great Minnesota get-together. Whatever your taste buds desire, the Minnesota State Fair is sure to have something to satisfy!

State Fair Official 2007 Cup

Many fair goers collect souvenirs from the fair including the official state fair 32 oz drink cup available at all vendors that serve beverages. Here is a picture of the 2007 official Minnesota State Fair Souvenir Cup:

Discounts at the Fair

Every Minnesotan loves a good bargain and the state fair is no exception. This years SPECIAL DISCOUNT DAYS are:

Thrifty Thursday: August 23; adults (13 and over) $8; kids (5-12) $5; and children under 5 are always FREE! Enjoy all day discounts on Mighty Midway and Kidway rides, games and concessions. GRADNSTAND CONCERT: Brad Paisley

Seniors Day: Monday, August 27; seniors (65 and over) $5. GRANDSTAND CONCERT: Weird Al

Kids Day: Monday, August 27 (5-12) $5; and children under 5 are always FREE! Enjoy all day discounts on Mighty Midway and Kidway rides, games and concessions. GRANDSTAND CONCERT: Weird Al

$8 at the Gate Day: Tuesday, August 28; Everyone (5 and over) $8. GRANDSTAND CONCERT: The Allman Brothers Band

Hop On Transit and Save Day: Wednesday, August 29; State Fair Express Bus fare is just $3 round-trip. Express or regular route bus-riders may request a coupon for $2 off a regular-priced State Fair admission ticket purchased at the gate. Enjoy all day discounts on Mighty Midway and Kidway rides, games and concessions. GRANDSTAND CONCERT: Vince Gill

Seniors Day: Thursday, August 30; seniors (65 and over) $5. GRANDSTAND CONCERT: B.B. King

Kids Day: Monday, September 3; kids (5-12) $5; and children under 5 are always FREE! Enjoy all day discounts on Mighty Midway and Kidway rides, games and concessions. GRANDSTAND CONCERT: Def Leppard


For this state fair lover, more than one trip to the great Minnesota get together is needed. I will be at that fair for sure on opening day there are always great deals and I can’t wait to see Brad Paisley with special guests Jack Ingram, Kellie Pickler and Taylor Swift at the Grandstand. I will also be going on Labor Day to get all of those great fair close-out merchant deals and to see Def Leppard with special guests STYX & Foreigner – what a great way to end the 2007 Minnesota State Fair! I can hardly wait! Get your Minnesota State Fair Concert Tickets now!