The Minnesota State Fairgrounds are at 1265 Snelling Ave. and host the Minnesota State Fair, a 12-day annual event that ends on Labor Day. You can also visit the grounds for recreational use outside the fair, when they are open and not closed for events.
- Address: 1265 Snelling Ave.; this is not the address of the parking lots.
- The annual fair ends on Labor Day.
- The fairgrounds are about a 12-minute drive from Key Inn.
- Vehicle access for recreational use is listed at Gate 5, Gate 7, Gate 14 and West Dan Patch Avenue.
Where are the Minnesota State Fairgrounds?
The Minnesota State Fairgrounds are at 1265 Snelling Ave. Keep in mind that the general fairgrounds address is not the address of the parking lots.
The grounds are open to the public for recreational use when they are not closed for events, though access can change. When recreational access is available, vehicle entrances include Gate 5 at Snelling Avenue and Midway Parkway, Gates 7 and 14 off Como Avenue, and West Dan Patch Avenue on the west side.
When is the fair, and how do tickets work?
The Minnesota State Fair is a 12-day annual event that ends on Labor Day. Exact dates and ticket details vary, so plan around the official schedule for the edition you intend to attend.
Admission prices and sales hours can change between fairs. Ticket details include whether discount tickets are available and when online or gate sales operate; check those details before setting out rather than relying on an earlier season’s prices or hours.
Fair admission and access to the grounds are separate considerations: general fairgrounds admission hours and the hours the grounds remain open are different. If you are planning a visit outside the annual fair, confirm that recreational access is available and which gates can be used.
What should you know about parking?
On-site parking is first-come, first-served, and lots can fill quickly. Check the current charge and accepted payment methods before you drive.
Lots open at 6 a.m. Overnight parking is not permitted, and if you leave a lot, you must pay again to park after returning. Build that rule into your plans if you expect to come and go during the day.
Disability-permit parking is available in designated lots, but spaces are not guaranteed because they can fill early. Check the current accessibility information for locations, availability and daily charges before you travel.
How do you get to the fairgrounds from Roseville?
From Roseville, you can drive to the fairgrounds or use a bus option. Walking takes about 64 minutes. If you are connecting from the wider Roseville area, how to get around Roseville city center can help with local orientation.
Park & Ride locations and operating details are set for each fair. Roseville locations have included Centennial United Methodist Church and Church of Corpus Christi, with buses running between lots and the grounds. Locations and schedules may differ by edition, so check the current details before choosing a lot.
Metro Transit regular routes METRO A Line, Route 3 and Route 61 serve the fairgrounds, and regular-route service is wheelchair accessible. State Fair Express Bus service is offered for a fee by Metro Transit, Southwest Transit and Minnesota Valley Transit Authority from locations with free parking; the express buses are wheelchair accessible.
For Park & Ride and Express Bus pickup and drop-off, Gate 16 Transit Hub is at 1710 Randall Ave. If your trip also involves the airport, you can plan how to get from MSP airport to Roseville.
What should you check before your visit?
Before you go, check the official site before you go for the current fair schedule, ticket sales, parking rules, transportation locations and accessibility details. Hours, prices and bus timetables can vary by fair edition, while recreational access may change when events take place.
For a visit outside fair time, confirm that the grounds are open for public recreation and identify the vehicle entrance available for your plans. If you are arriving by bus, check the latest service information and confirm the correct pickup or drop-off point.
FAQs
Where are the Minnesota State Fairgrounds?
The general address is 1265 Snelling Ave. The fairgrounds’ general address is not the address of the parking lots.
How long does the Minnesota State Fair last?
The Minnesota State Fair is a 12-day annual event that ends on Labor Day.
Can you visit the fairgrounds outside the State Fair?
The grounds are open to the public for recreational use when they are not closed for events. Access and available entrances can change.
Does the fairgrounds have public transportation access?
Metro Transit regular routes METRO A Line, Route 3 and Route 61 serve the fairgrounds. Park & Ride and Express Bus options are also available, with locations and schedules that can vary by fair.