About Hennepin County Fair
The Hennepin County Fair kicks off Minnesota's fair season each June, serving the state's most populous county in the heart of the Twin Cities metro. It celebrates the agricultural heritage that persists even amid suburban growth.
What to Expect
Expect 4-H livestock exhibits, youth competitions, carnival rides, local food vendors, and family entertainment spread across a long summer weekend.
Visitor Tips
Arriving on the opening Thursday gives you the most unhurried experience before weekend crowds arrive.
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