County Fair Guide

Scott County Fair

Shakopee, Minnesota

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2026 Dates

July 22–26, 2026

Duration

5 days

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Size

small

What to Know

Every year, Shakopee hosts the Scott County Fair, which is one of the Twin Cities metro's premier county fairs, set along the Minnesota River valley in one of the state's fastest-growing counties. Shakopee has deep Dakota Nation heritage and a long history as a river trading community.

On the Midway

Expect 4-H livestock shows, youth competitions, carnival rides, fair food, and grandstand entertainment drawing crowds from across the southwest metro.

Before You Go

Shakopee is also home to Valleyfair and Canterbury Park — the Scott County Fair makes a great combo trip with the area's other summer attractions.

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