FALCON HEIGHTS, Minn. — The Great Minnesota Get-Together is approaching... can you smell the mini donuts in the breeze?
But to get in those gates — you're gonna need tickets.
Here's everything you need to know about tickets, discounts and hours at this year's Minnesota State Fair.
Hours
The fair runs from Aug. 22 - Sept. 2, beginning each day at 7 a.m. and closing at 11 p.m. — except Labor Day, which ends at 9 p.m. Though the fair is open until 11 p.m., the admission gates close at 9 p.m.
Ticket pricing
Presale tickets are cheaper than regular fair-time prices. If you buy tickets before Thursday, they are $15.
During regular fair time, tickets are $18 for people ages 13 to 64 and $16 for seniors and children ages 5-12. Admission is free for children ages 4 and under.
Different days bring different discounts at the fair. Scroll down to read them.
Where can you buy tickets?
The easiest option is to order your tickets online at this link. You can receive your tickets via email or text and either print them at home or download them to your phone.
If you prefer buying your tickets in person, you can buy them at the admission gates on whichever day you attend.
Buying your tickets in person before Day 1 of the fair? Here are your options:
- State Fairgrounds Ticket Office - Go here if you are buying your tickets ahead of time. The office is open July 8 through Aug. 21 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The building is located at 1640 Como Ave., Falcon Heights.
- Cub stores - A long list of metro area Cubs are participating in this promotion through Aug. 21. Here is a link to participating locations.
- Greater Minnesota locations - If you live outside the metro area, don't worry, there are still locations selling tickets near you. Here is a link to the full list.
Deals
If you're looking for a discount, several themed days offer deals. Aug. 26 and Aug. 29 are Seniors Day and admission is $13 for seniors aged 65 and older. There are deals on merchandise and food as well.
Aug. 27 is Military Appreciation Day, and current or former military members can access $13 tickets. Families also get $13 ticket deals.
Aug. 28 and Sept. 2 are Kids Day and tickets are $13 for children ages 5-12. Children ages 0-4 have free admission.