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.

First Saturday At The Fair & Kid Rock

The first Saturday at the Fair is upon us. So you know what that means – expect high attendance numbers and potentially seeing some faces you haven’t seen in a while (you know, like old neighbors and other acquaintances like that).

Speaking of faces, we look forward to seeing all of your happy faces at the fair this year, and especially at the Grandstand - where hopefully you got seats to some of the great shows going on this year by getting tickets through Ticket King.

Tonight, Kid Rock takes the Grandstand stage by storm in what is sure to be a rockin’ concert. If you haven’t yet purchased tickets for what is going to be a surefire awesome show, you can (aka probably should) do so today here.

FIRST DAY OF THE FAIR!!!!!!!

YOU GUYS IT'S FINALLY HERE - THE FIRST DAY OF THE FAIR.

The first day of the fair also happens to be Thrifty Thursday, which means these are the admission ticket prices:

• Adults (13-64): $11
• Seniors (65 & over): $11
• Kids (5-12): $8
• Children (Under 5): Free

Also, performing later that night at the Grandstand will be country music legend Toby Keith. If you're interested, tickets for the show can purchased here. 

2014 Minnesota State Fair Grandstand Line up – Ticket King has Tickets!

Need last minute tickets for the Grandstand? Well checkout Ticket King, an awesome local business that has tickets to all the Grandstand acts listed below:

THU., AUG. 21 Toby Keith with special guest Colt Ford
FRI., AUG. 22 Aretha Franklin with special guest The Four Tops
SAT., AUG. 23 Kid Rock with special guest Blackberry Smoke
SUN., AUG. 24 DigiFest Minnesota
MON., AUG. 25 The Happy Together Tour 2014
TUE., AUG. 26 Linkin Park & Thirty Seconds toMars with special guest AFI
WED., AUG. 27 Tim McGraw with special guest Ryan Kinder
THU., AUG. 28 Fall Out Boy & Paramore with special guest Bad Suns
FRI., AUG. 29 A Prairie Home Companion with Garrison Keillor
SAT., AUG. 30 MN Music On-A-Stick featuring Brother Ali, Doomtree, Bob
Mould, Har Mar Superstar, Cloud Cult and The Cactus Blossoms
SUN., AUG. 31 Minnesota State Fair Amateur Talent Contest Finals – FREE EVENT
MON., SEPT. 1 Journey with special guest Joan Jett & The Blackhearts

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

Who Needs a Minnesota State Fair Grandstand Ticket?

Everybody except two year olds. So if you yourself are a two year old – CONGRATS, you don’t need to purchase a ticket (that said you can’t just walk into a concert on your own Baby Billy. If you’re a two year old you will need a parental guardian with you who has purchased a ticket for themselves. Also, if you’re a two year old, I doubt you were able to read any of this).

Here is the lowdown from the official website on who needs a ticket:

For all ticketed Grandstand events, all children two years of age and over must have a ticket. Children under the age of two will be allowed entry without a ticket, however, they are required to sit on the lap of a ticket holder.

If you’re above the age of 2 and are interested in purchasing tickets to any of the great Grandstand concerts, you can here!

Grandstand Concerts - Does the Weather Matter?

Short Answer: No.

Long Answer: No. 

Here is the run down on the info from the official website: 

All concerts go on, rain or shine. Concert bookings do not allow for refunds or exchanges in the event of rain. If weather appears threatening, please bring jackets or ponchos. Use of umbrellas is prohibited at the Grandstand. 

As the Fair says, come prepared for rain, because according to their rules, you're not getting a refund for bad weather (hey man, I get it, not the greatest of news to hear, but come on - don't shoot the messenger!).

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 Fireworks

Everybody likes fireworks! Ok maybe not everybody, but just about everybody that isn’t a dog with a fear of loud noises.

Never mind all that though, because the fact is – if you like fireworks, you have to be at the 2014 Minnesota State Fair.  Why?

BECAUSE THERE IS A FREE NIGHTLY FIREWORKS SHOW. I REPEAT A FREE NIGHTLY FIREWORKS SHOW.

From the official website:

The State Fair presents a fireworks show nightly, weather permitting. Starting times vary, but most fireworks begin between 10 and 11 p.m., following the evening Grandstand concert. The show can be seen from anywhere on the fairgrounds; evening Grandstand concert guests are invited to view the show from their concert seats.

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!