Alexander originally worked in entertainment and marketing at the Minnesota State Fair from 1989 through 1994 and returned to the Great Minnesota Get-Together in 2005. This is a large role to fill, and were confident that Renee is a qualified and proven leader, said State Fair Board President Joe Scapanski. Sheep were unloaded at the State Fair on Aug. 29. Feb. 8, 2023: The 2023 commemorative artist has been announced! On the list maintained by the Minnesota State Fair, which tracks acts who have appeared since 1962, country-rockers Alabama tops all others with no less than 19 appearances. Todays theme is Hubbard Broadcasting Day: Catch Ladies Lunch with Twin Cities Live at 12 p.m.; belt out 90s classics at Hurricane Karaoke at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m; and stick around for a live recording of the Say Too Much podcast with Staci and Hutch from KS95 at 4 p.m. WATCH: World Records with Mike Marcotte: A Guinness Book of World Records judge will talk about his favorite record attempts and give away copies of the 2023 world records book. Inclement weather and concerns over a lack of COVID-19 precautions have cast a shadow on state fair numbers so far. If you want even more, the Fairs website offers a searchable schedule at mnstatefair.org/schedule/. MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. (WCCO) - With the rainy weather and ongoing concerns about COVID-19, attendance for the Minnesota State Fair's opening day saw a 50% decrease compared to 2019. Sheriff Fletcher also pointed on some weak points with security, including failures with metal detectors, and how easy it might be for someone to toss a weapon over the fence if not just climbing over the fence themselves. Fletcher says many agencies have volunteered to send some extra law enforcement agents to. At that time, Deputy Alex Graham, who joined Sheriff Fletcher for the live stream, says there were 30 to 50 people "fighting, brawling, kicking, pushing, everything." The coach was charged with fifth-degree assault in Blue Earth County. Copyright 2023 Minnesota State Agricultural Society, dba Minnesota State Fair. Heres our day-by-day guide to the 2022 Minnesota State Fair. The fair's all-time single-day attendance record is 270,426 set in. There is nothing more to confirm at this time. Read, enjoy, share. Day of the Week Aug. 25 to Sept. 5, 2022 Aug. 26 to Sept. 6, 2021 Aug. 22 to Sept. 2, 2019 Record Daily Attendance (Year) Thursday: 121,478: 61,983: 133,326* State fair . Video credit: Sumaya A. While Fletcher only saw one shot being fired, there are other reports of at least three shots being fired. Until a storm front rolled through the metro in the evening, Saturday offered somewhat of a reprieve from the previous two days of rain and lightning. I believe my work in this industry and my unique experience will serve us well as I take on the tremendous responsibility of leading this incredible organization., Renee is perfect for the job, said Hammer. It is the third attendance record set at this year's fair, with daily records set for the first Friday (141,023) and the second Friday (182,926). The gunshot happened within 15-20 feet of "dozens of law enforcement officers," State Fair Police Chief Ron Knafla saidduring a press conference Sunday. The 2023 State Fair will run from Aug. 24 through Labor Day, Sept. 4. Deputies were able to clear out that crowd using "chemical irritants," Fletcher explained. https://twitter.com/Jeffdavis612/status/772180467059531776. By clicking Sign Up, I confirmthat I have read and agreeto the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. Attendance at the Minnesota State Fair was 91,568 on Monday. And perhaps driving Midwest Dairy Association into the number five position. All Rights Reserved. One fairgoer who declined to be interviewed on the record told FOX 9 she heard three gunshots. It has gotten as cold as 48 degrees during the course of the fair, so you might want to bring a jacket. Sweet Marthas tops this list by far, outselling the two cheese curd vendors on the Fairs top ten list combined. They do it brilliantly. Deputies tried to chase that person, but Graham says the man slipped away in the crowd. The official attendance was 153,367 people. The State Fairs board of managers conducted a search over the past several months and announced today that Alexander will take over for retiring CEO Jerry Hammer. But after 9:30 on the weekends here, in the Midway, it gets to be a collection of people who have conflicts with each other.". Hammer will stay on as CEO into the spring to help with the leadership transition. Alexander has more than 20 years of experience with the Great Minnesota Get-Together, including 13 years as deputy general manager, playing a key role on the State Fairs senior management team. This is the fifth-most attended fair in its . According to a press release on Tuesday, the State Fair wrapped up Labor Day, Monday with an. They even have a countdown clock. It all happened so quick all I knew is that I just wanted to get away from there," she added. That stands in sharp contrast to the previous decade, when a daily attendance figure below 90,000 was literally unheard of. The Minnesota State Fair has set a new all-time daily attendance record. In terms of heat, the 12-year high was on the first Monday of the 2013 State Fair, when the temperature reached 97 degrees Fahrenheit. The man was reportedly armed with a knife. Although Minnesota's State Fair. This is way more than an agricultural fair. 2014 94,256. 8 p.m. (today and tomorrow) at Schells Stage at Schilling Amphitheater. As an integral member of State Fair leadership, shes involved in every facet of the State Fairs vast operation. (Located in the Food Building, east wall). Learn more. The State Fair issued an update just before 11 p.m. saying "The fairgrounds began closing early this evening at approximately 10:20 p.m. due to disturbances in the area of the Midway. After Saturday's record attendance, this year's State Fair has had 1,554,389 visitors, putting it just 270,441 visitors away. There, a community gathers to read about things that can be hard to talk about like mental health. ", A crowd heads towards the exit of the Minnesota State Fair after police responded to incident in the Midway are on Saturday night . Visit our commemorative art page to learn more about the artist. 2023 Minnesota State Fair Dates: Aug. 24 to Labor Day, Sept. 4. With 157 years of history to choose from, visit startribune.com/fair to see what makes the 12-day spectacle special to so many Minnesotans. Updated: 5:02 PM CDT August 29, 2021 ST PAUL, Minn. After a slow, rainy start to its 2021 season, the Minnesota State Fair saw higher attendance numbers Saturday. She has a deep understanding and appreciation for the State Fairs powerful impact here in Minnesota and beyond. The highest number of daily visitors, on average, is the last Saturday of the fair with an average of 238,787. Saturdays mark was a 38% decline from the same day in 2019, when 209,105 people congregated at the fairgrounds. Minneapolis crop artist Liz Schreiber has been selected to create the Official 2023 Minnesota State Fair Commemorative Art. Aug. 24 - Labor Day, Sept. 4, 2023 | Minnesota State Fair New CEO Announced! Minnesota State Fair Attendance He covers local and national music as well as some theater and other arts and entertainment topics. ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) - A person was shot during a brawl in the Midway section of the Minnesota State Fair Saturday night, triggering a mass panic and chaotic crowd rushing out of the area, resulting in the early closure of the fairgrounds. The Currents Music On-a-Stick: As usual, The Currents Music On-a-Stick features bands that are popular on the Minnesota Public Radio station. Hennepin County deputies and a private security firm are working alongside remaining officers. (Located on the west side of Cosgrove Street betweenWright and Dan Patch avenues), Rootd Sells accent furniture, home and garden dcor, accessories and more. Just in: yesterday's opening day saw 121,478 people pass through the gates. (Located in the Education Building), Soul Bowl This new food vendor sells the Official New Food Soulsicle, plus the Donut Peach Cobbler andQueen B Lemonade. The Minnesota State Fair reported attendance of 89,618 for Tuesday. Given the final two days of the fair in the last two years saw attendances of more than 350,000, a new record should be announced come Tuesday. The previous record for a single day was set two years ago, when 252,092 people attended. The State Fair has announced that 260,374 people passed through the fairground gates on the last Saturday of this year's fair, and in doing so set an all-time record. Two of the three officers involved in the shooting were not named because of their undercover roles on the Lake Superior Violent Offender Task Force. The State Fairs board of managers is initiating a search process to name Hammers successor. Day 3 saw 129,984 visitors pass through the gates, the first time the Great Minnesota Get-Together surpassed 100,000 this year the fair only dipped below 100,000 once during its last running in 2019. Country legend Willie Nelson is third, tied with the 11 shows of amateur talent contest finalists gathered from around the state. One of the teenagers suffered life-threatening injuries in the incident. KSTPs full coverage of the Minnesota State Fair, Any person with disabilities who needs help accessing the content of the FCC Public File may contact KSTP via our online form or call 651-646-5555, This website is not intended for users located within the European Economic Area. These recipients were selected because they exemplify these characteristics: Provide exceptional, efficient customer service and an outstanding experience for fair guests; Knowledgeable staff with positive attitudes who are courteous, thoughtful and professional; An amazing visual presentation and positive image; Present a premium quality product/service; Offer great value. "I'm extremely grateful for the opportunity to serve this amazing place for so long," Hammer said. Meteorologist Sven Sundgaard recaps Minnesotas meteorological winter. The Giant Ferris wheel is reflected in a puddle at the Minnesota State Fair on Saturday, Aug. 28, 2021. Over 1.6 inches fell that day, contributing to the nearly four inches total over the course of the fair also a recent record. The conditions of the festival's permit could be amended this month. Attendance at the Fair on Friday was 153,367, close to the first-Friday attendance record of 157,224, also set in 2019. All information subject to change. Sponsorships and Touring Promotional Exhibits. "A fog overtook the intersection, and you could hear echoes of people coughing and gagging, everyone was covering their nose and mouth with their shirts and sweatshirts," she told FOX 9. The Great Minnesota Get-Together is upon us. Through Sunday, the State Fair had already eclipsed its total attendance. In a live stream on Sunday afternoon, Sheriff Bob Fletcher, who says he was on the fairgrounds when shots were fired, further detailed the chaotic moments leading up to the shooting. State fair attendance on Friday nearly doubled that of 2021 and fell just short of surpassing a record for the first Friday at the fair. Copyright 2023 Minnesota State Agricultural Society, dba Minnesota State Fair. Sunday, Aug. 28: 171,689, compared with 165,784 last year and 191,071 in 2009. No obvious signs of trauma were found on the man, police said. The Great Minnesota Get-Together is one of the worlds largest and best-attended events, with this years fair attracting visitors from all 50 U.S. states plus 38 nations around the world. Record 119,145 (2010) GLEN STUBBE gstubbe@startribune.com. Anyone with information about Saturday's incident can reach out to the Minnesota. She also leads the State Fairs educational programming, marketing and communications, media relations, web and publications, archives and ticketing departments. Goaltender Kate Stephens made 10 saves in front of 2,391 fans in attendance for the afternoon session. FAIR ATTENDANCE Attendance at the Minnesota State Fair Saturday was 171,633, down from last year's third-day attendance figure of 182,277 The record for attendance on the third day is 202,126 . Minnesota Governor Tim Walz issued a statement on Twitter thanking law enforcement for their response. Learn more about this years lineup. 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The fair said attendance on the fourth day was 149,247, a step up from numbers seen over a rainy first three days of this year's get-together: Saturday (129,984), Friday (77,406) and Thursday (61,983). All information subject to change. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. According to records given to us by the State Fair, attendance first topped 1 million in 1955, and then topped 2 million in 2018. "There was a shift, people were running away, and then people just started booking out of there. (Located at the West End Plaza), Hansens Amusement Foods Sells foot-long corn dogs, chicken strips, salads, a variety of breakfast itemsand assorted beverages and more. Much of the work was accomplished through the State Fairs bonding authority along with the Minnesota State Fair Foundation both launched during Hammers first years as CEO. The fair is in exceptionally strong hands.. They make everything go, said Hammer. SATURDAY, Aug. 27. The fair closed early after a report of a shot fired. The Minnesota State Fair posted its highest single-day attendance of 2021 on Saturday, moving the fair's total visitor count past 1 million in the process. 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. @ Dan Patch Park Stage, DO: King or Queen of String Cheese: This string cheese artistry contest is open to the public, and yes, prizes are up for grabs. (John Autey / Pioneer Press) . Think about the magnitude of this event, and the many disciplines and multiple layers of coordination required to make it all happen. The Minnesota State Fair was cancelled in 2020 due to the pandemic. One person raised their weapon and fired a round, causing the crowd to scatter and creating a panic. Printed daily schedules can also be picked up at any information booth during the State Fair (check out a State Fair map for locations). Some parts of the state are reporting more than nine inches. Nov. 21, 2022: Jerry Hammer, long-time CEO of the Minnesota State Fair, will retire from his position in the spring of 2023. Jan. 25, 2023: The third annual Kickoff to Summer at the Fair will return May 25-28, 2023! Despite storms in. Good News Minnesota is part of McKirdy Media. Its a uniquely Minnesota-style celebration of our humanity.. All Rights Reserved. She currently oversees all of the fairs entertainment programs, including booking and producing Grandstand events, and has won multiple entertainment industry awards. Fair attendance has climbed over time, and not just because the length of the fair has extended from six days 1885-1918 to double that starting in 1975. That's. Attendance in 2021 was 61,983. Through the first three days, there have been 269,373 visitors to the state fair in 2021. Garrison Keillor is second with 13 appearances, 11 branded as Prairie Home Companion followed by two Minnesota Show acts. It was the second sentencing in as many days for a slain student and athlete. All day @ south of the Grandstand, east of the ramp (available every day of the Fair), FREE SHOW OF THE DAY: Local folk-jazz-bossa nova trio Honeybutter will take the stage. Originally formed in Alaska, Portugal the Man are best known for their single Feel it Still. Manchester Orchestra have scored a series of alt-rock radio hits, including Ive Got Friends, The Gold and Bed Head. Local favorites Bad Bad Hats are also on the bill. On four out of six days so far, attendance has been below 100,000. If Minnesota follows their lead, the fair will see around 1.6 million visitors this year. Attendance at the Minnesota State Fair climbed above 100,000 on Saturday but it remained just a fraction of attendance levels seen at the previous fair in 2019. Try plastic surgery for autographs, Multi-platinum country band Alabama to play Xcel Energy Center in June, How long can the show go on? Contest at 4:30 @ Moo Booth Stage, near the Cattle Barn, IMAGINE: At the Joyful World Mural Park, local artists will paint large-scale murals that showcase the world they want to live in. Total attendance this year was about 42 percent higher than 2021, with 1,842,222 visitors compared with 1,301,584 last year. And, yes, he saw the same show you did. It is the third attendance record set at this year's fair, with daily records set for the . This year could end up setting the record for the highest ever attendance at the State Fair, the current record for which is 1,824,830, set in 2014. For example, the highest recorded attendance for the first Saturday of the State Fair came in 1998. MN State Fair Attendance Grows Countdown to 2023 has Begun, The Minneapolis Institute of Art Expands Asian Collection. Sponsorships and Touring Promotional Exhibits. Attendance for the 2022 State Fair was a solid gain over 2021, over 41% growth, but didn't approach the record setting numbers of 2019. In a ceremony held at 10 a.m. September 1st on the International Bazaar Stage, State FairGeneral Manager Jerry Hammer presented Best Awards to the following: Ball Park Cafe Sells a wide selection of craft beers, gourmet burgers, garlic fries and more. The ever-popular Milk Run 5K Race, presented by By the Yard, will take place Saturday, May 27 at 9 a.m. Jan. 15, 2023: Now through Jan. 31, purchase your 2023 Pre-Fair Discount Gate Admission Tickets at the 2022 price of $14! The MINNESOTA STATE FAIR & Logos, MIGHTY MIDWAY, KIDWAY, THE GREAT MINNESOTA GET-TOGETHER, TWELVE DAYS OF FUN ENDING LABOR DAY, BLUE RIBBON BARGAIN BOOK, Fairscape Logo, and Fairchild Mascot are trademarks of Minnesota State Agricultural Society, dba Minnesota State Fair, and are registered in the United States Patent and Trademark Office. Law enforcement will be doubled at the fair on Sunday and Monday, officials said during the press conference. The fair ends Monday. So far it does not look like well rival any of those records this year. The Minnesota State Fair started to rebound from a stormy first couple of days on Saturday, but attendance was still much lower than in recent years. The only female headliner in the top 10 is bluesy rocker Bonnie Raitt, who has graced the Grandstand eight times, tied with four other acts. Anyone with information about Saturday's incident can reach out to the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension tip line at 651-793-7000 or email john.engle@msfpd.org. More than 133,000 people attended. (Located on the north side of Judson Avenue between Stevens and Liggettstreets, outside the Horse Barn), KMOJ Radio KMOJs vision is to provide communities of color with information and education throughthe vehicle of mass communication. The news, analysis and community conversation found here is funded by donations from individuals. Their two grown children, daughter-in-law, son-in-law and five grandchildren are all confirmed fair junkies. Also, there are almost 300 food vendors (including plenty of new offerings in both food and beverage departments), concerts galore both at the Grandstand and at free stages around the Fair, more than 3,300 included-with-admission events, and plenty of exciting merchants and people-watching moments to pack into your day. We are looking forward to the 2023 Minnesota State Fair, Aug. 24 to Sept. 4! The Minnesota State Fair posted its busiest day yet of the 2021 get-together Sunday, but attendance figures remain below recent years' levels. In the meantime, check out these other ways to stay in the know: Feb. 27, 2023: Renee Alexander, longtime Minnesota State Fair deputy general manager, will be the new CEO of the Minnesota State Fair. The 2019 fair also set the record for overall attendance for the 12-day Great Minnesota Get-Together, at 2,126,551. Again deputies used chemical irritants to break up the fight. No suspects have been identified in the incident. Here are fair numbers so far: GLEN STUBBE • gstubbe@startribune.com. Note: 1962-2021Source: Minnesota State Fair. The curved lines represent each of the past three years of attendance during the fair period. Try plastic surgery for autographs, Multi-platinum country band Alabama to play Xcel Energy Center in June, How long can the show go on? Last year attendance was down by one-third from the previous fair, 1.3 million attended compared to the record 2.1 million in 2019. If you are looking for a smaller dose of humanity with your state fair experience, the opening day is your best bet, averaging 112,000 in recent years, but really any weekday is far less attended than the two Saturdays and Sundays of the fair. Sheep were unloaded at the State Fair on Aug. 29. Governor pushes investing in Angel Tax Credits, family and paid medical leave, funding to attract outside businesses and workers. Feb. 9, 2023: The first show of the 2023 Grandstand Concert Series, sponsored by Sleep Number, has been announced! (FOX 9). The fair was cancelled in 2020 due to COVID-19. She recorded on her phone the panicked moments as she and her friends ran away. One person was hurt in a shooting at the Minnesota State Fair, leaving many wondering how they got the weapon past the metal detectors. As people started to run, she noticed her eyes burning. View our employment page to explore openings for the summer of 2023. Officers later located a victim with a non-life threatening gunshot wound to the leg, and paramedics took the victim to the hospital. There were just shy of 500,000 in the same time frame in 2019. Beginning Feb. 1, the price will be $15. The State Fair concluded its 12-day run on Monday, unofficially marking the end of another summer in Minnesota. Day 3 (Saturday, Aug. 28): 129,984 compared with 209,105 in 2019 and 222,144 in 2018 (the all-time attendance record for the fair's first Saturday). The only record I could find of Judy Garland appearing at the state fair is in this depiction of the Yellow Brick Road from the fairs 2019 Floralpalooza: Thousands of fairgoers flocked to the first day of the Minnesota State Fair in Falcon Heights, Minn. on Thursday. What a great gift it is when your lifes work is bringing people together to celebrate the very best of each other. Attendance numbers for each day will be posted the following day between 1-3 p.m. Her original interpretation of the Great Minnesota Get-Together will be unveiled at the State Fairgrounds in June. Learn More The Great Minnesota Get-Together 2023 Minnesota State Fair Dates: Aug. 24 to Labor Day, Sept. 4 Admission Tickets Updates Employment Commemorative Art Save the Date Fairgrounds Event Calendar Fundraising Opportunities Support the Fair More than a quarter-million fairgoers set a second-Saturday attendance record, beating the previous record for that day by about 8,000. The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension is assisting with the investigation. To share some Good News, please contact us at Stories@GoodNewsMinnesota.com. She believes it was tear gas, though says an officer later told her it was pepper spray. Sign up at 4 p.m. During Hammers tenure as CEO, the State Fair has seen significant growth in attendance, programming and revenue with a Super Bowl-sized annual economic impact in the Twin Cities of $300 million, plus more unmeasured impact across the state. (Located on the south side of Judson Avenue betweenNelson and Underwood streets), Puzzle Twist Sells a variety of special-edition puzzles, including Minnesota-themed puzzles, plus a StateFair puzzle, puzzle accessories and more. See you at the Fair! Hammer said that he is most proud of the fairs professional staff, and their high level of expertise. The State Fair concluded its 12-day run on Monday, unofficially marking the end of another summer in Minnesota. 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