Military Appreciation Day

Today is MILITARY APPRECIATION DAY (Tuesday, Aug. 26) at the Minnesota State Fair. Active military, retired military and veterans receive $8 discounted admission ticket prices plus there will be a salute to the Military kids parade and military themed exhibits and events today. We thank you for your service military members and we hope you enjoy the fair.

2014 MN State Fair Gate Admission: How Much Will It Cost You?

So just how much will admission to the 2014 Minnesota State Fair cost you? Well depending on your age and day of the week it varies. Here is a cheat sheet to let you know: 

REGULAR ADMISSION AT THE GATE

• Adults (13-64): $13

• Seniors (65 & over): $11

• Kids (5-12): $11

• Children (Under 5): Free

THRIFTY THURSDAY (Aug. 21)

• Adults (13-64): $11

• Seniors (65 & over): $11

• Kids (5-12): $8

• Children (Under 5): Free

SENIORS & KIDS DAY (Monday, Aug. 25)

• Adults (13-64): $13

• Seniors (65 & over): $8

• Kids (5-12): $8

• Children (Under 5): Free

MILITARY APPRECIATION DAY (Tuesday, Aug. 26)

Active military, retired military and veterans receive the following discounted admission ticket price when they purchase a ticket at the gate and present valid documentation of military service.

• Active military, their spouses and kids: $8

• Retired military and their spouses: $8

• Military veterans and their spouses: $8

READ & RIDE DAY (Wednesday, Aug. 27)

Public library card holders receive the following discounted admission ticket price when they purchase a ticket at the gate and present a valid library card. (One discount per card.)

• Adults (13-64): $11

• Seniors (65 & over): $8

• Kids (5-12): $8

• Children (Under 5): Free

SENIORS DAY (Thursday, Aug. 28)

• Adults (13-64): $13

• Seniors (65 & over): $8

• Kids (5-12): $11

• Children (Under 5): Free

KIDS DAY (Monday, Sept. 1)

• Adults (13-64): $13

• Seniors (65 & over): $11

• Kids (5-12): $8

• Children (Under 5): Free

We hope to see you at the fair! Also, if you’re interested in purchasing tickets to any of the great Grandstand concerts, you can here!

Minnesota State Fair Admission Prices

Starting on August 26th, the State Fair will be returning to Minnesota. Before you start thinking about the food, rides, and concerts, here's just a little reminder for the admission prices.

Regular Admission:

-For adults ages 13-64, the fee is $11

-For seniors 65+, the fee is $9

-For kids 5-12, the fee is $8

-For children (under 5), it's FREE

Over the 11 day period, the Fair will offer some days with discounts. On August 26th, it will be "Thrifty Thursday" with adult admission priced at $9. There will be all day discounts on Midway and Kidway rides, games, and concessions. On August 30th, it will be Senior and Kids day. Both will be a $6 entrance fee. On August 31st, it will be Ticket Deal Tuesday with adults only $9. On September 1st, it is Read and Ride Wednesday, where you show a library card for a $9 adult fee, and $6 for seniors or kids. September 2nd will be Senior Day, followed by Kids Day on September 6th charging $6.