The Fair
Mankato's Blue Earth County Fair is one of southern Minnesota's larger county fairs, anchoring the summer calendar for the region's agricultural and university community. Mankato sits at the junction of the Blue Earth and Minnesota Rivers and serves as the commercial hub of south-central Minnesota.
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Mankato has a vibrant downtown and riverfront — combine the fair with an evening out in the city for a complete summer outing.
What You'll Find There
Livestock shows, 4-H and FFA competitions, carnival rides, grandstand entertainment, and a wide range of food vendors draw large crowds from the greater Mankato area.
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