Aug. 20, 5-6:30 p.m.: First Glance Event in the Fine Arts Center at the fairgrounds. The Minnesota State Fair Foundation 501(c)(3) hosts the First Glance event to support the future of the arts at the Minnesota State Fair. Purchase tickets at msffoundation.org or call 651-288-4323. All attendees must have a ticket.

Aug. 20, 7-8:30 p.m.: Free Preview Night in the Fine Arts Center at the fairgrounds – Participating and non-exhibiting artists and their friends are cordially invited to attend the Minnesota State Fair Artists’ Preview. 

Aug. 22 – Sept. 2: Minnesota State Fair