County Fair Guide

Douglas County Fair

Alexandria, Minnesota

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Typical Month

August

Duration

4 days

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Size

medium

About Douglas County Fair

The Douglas County Fair in Alexandria celebrates the Lakes Region of central Minnesota where Lake Geneva, Lake L'Homme Dieu, and dozens of other glacial lakes define a resort and agricultural community known for the Kensington Runestone controversy.

What to Expect

Expect livestock shows, 4-H and FFA competitions, local food vendors, carnival rides, and a fair drawing from the greater Alexandria lakes community.

Visitor Tips

Alexandria Runestone Museum houses the controversial Kensington Runestone allegedly left by Norse explorers in 1362 — debated by scholars but beloved by locals. The Alexandria lakes area is one of Minnesota premier resort destinations. Big Ole the Viking statue greets visitors on Broadway.

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