Visit our commemorative art page to learn more about the artist. If you were at the Minnesota State Fair on Saturday, congratulations, you're a part of history. They do it brilliantly. Hammer has spent all his working life at the State Fair, starting in 1970 at the fairs greenhouse as a 15-year-old high school student. Knaflasaid police were already at the scene of the shooting, responding to a report of a fight and large groups of juveniles running through the midway. One person was hurt in a shooting at the Minnesota State Fair, leaving many wondering how they got the weapon past the metal detectors. 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. 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. Saturdays turnout followed a record-setting Friday. Two (other) groups of boys The Beach Boys and The Oak Ridge Boys are tied for fourth place with 10 appearances each. Just in: yesterday's opening day saw 121,478 people pass through the gates. Day 1 (Thursday, Aug. 26): 61,983, compared with 133,326 in 2019 (the attendance record for the fair's first Thursday) and 122,695 in 2018. 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The 2020 State Fair was canceled in its entirety. 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. (Located in the center aisle of the Merchandise Mart), Ricks Pizza by R&J Concessions This new food vendor sells Pickle Pizza, an official new food this year,and other varieties of pizza and assorted beverages. Read, enjoy, share. The highest number of daily visitors, on average, is the last Saturday of the fair with an average of 238,787. Ali Nesmith says she was in a bar nearby when she saw a commotion and looked over to see a group of about three people fighting. Attendance at the state fair on Friday reached 157,422, up from Thursday's 117,077. Sponsorships and Touring Promotional Exhibits. 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. 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. (Located in the Veranda onthe upper level of the Grandstand), Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community Showcases educational information on the Siouxcommunitys history, culture, language and values, as well as the many ways they give back to thecommunity. "What goes on here at 9:30 at night is different than what happens here the rest of the day," said Sheriff Fletcher. Feb. 8, 2023: The 2023 commemorative artist has been announced! They even have a countdown clock. Officers later located a victim with a non-life threatening gunshot wound to the leg, and paramedics took the victim to the hospital. SATURDAY, Aug. 27. Fair officials announced Sunday that 270,426 people passed through the gates on Saturday, beating the previous single-day . ST PAUL, Minn. The 2022 Minnesota State Fair ended with a bang on September 5 with this year's cumulative attendance eclipsing 1.8 million people. Fletcher says he and his deputies were within 40 feet of the shooter when shots were fired echoing what Governor Walz said earlier in the day. All Rights Reserved. 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. Inclement weather and concerns over a lack of COVID-19 precautions have cast a shadow on state fair numbers so far. 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. Goaltender Kate Stephens made 10 saves in front of 2,391 fans in attendance for the afternoon session. "The entire fair is extremely safe. All information subject to change. Record 119,145 (2010) GLEN STUBBE gstubbe@startribune.com. More than a quarter-million fairgoers set a second-Saturday attendance record, beating the previous record for that day by about 8,000. All information subject to change. The fair closed early after a report of a shot fired. It is the third attendance record set at this year's fair, with daily records set for the . Sign up at 4 p.m. Make a gift of any amount today to support this resource for everyone. Sweet Marthas tops this list by far, outselling the two cheese curd vendors on the Fairs top ten list combined. Jan. 25, 2023: The third annual Kickoff to Summer at the Fair will return May 25-28, 2023! 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The fair was shelved in 2020 amid COVID-19 concern and attendance was way down last year given restrictions and continuing unease. 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. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. All information subject to change. One fairgoer who declined to be interviewed on the record told FOX 9 she heard three gunshots. Hennepin County deputies and a private security firm are working alongside remaining officers. What does that mean? 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. 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 . (Located in the Food Building, east wall). 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 fair is in exceptionally strong hands.. Ten most frequently appearing acts, Minnesota State Fair Grandstand. Through the first three days, there have been 269,373 visitors to the state fair in 2021. 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). Governor pushes investing in Angel Tax Credits, family and paid medical leave, funding to attract outside businesses and workers. Although Minnesota's State Fair. KSTP-TV, LLC The fair was cancelled in 2020 due to COVID-19. He is the longest-serving chief executive in the 169-year-old institutions history. There were just shy of 500,000 in the same time frame in 2019. 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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. Deputies tried to chase that person, but Graham says the man slipped away in the crowd. $37-$27. 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. 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. Daily Schedules | Minnesota State Fair Daily Schedules Use the following links to view PDF versions of the 2023 daily schedules. For example, the highest recorded attendance for the first Saturday of the State Fair came in 1998. 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. Nov. 21, 2022: Jerry Hammer, long-time CEO of the Minnesota State Fair, will retire from his position in the spring of 2023. Garrison Keillor is second with 13 appearances, 11 branded as Prairie Home Companion followed by two Minnesota Show acts. (St Paul, MN) September 6th, 2022 The great Minnesota get together has come to a close and the countdown to the Minnesota State Fair 2023 has already begun! Also during his tenure, the 322-acre State Fairgrounds have undergone nearly $180 million in major improvements and upgrades including renovation of historic facilities, significant new construction and large expansion of fairgrounds landscape, amenities and infrastructure all with no public funding. 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. A Minnesota native, Ross Raihala joined the Pioneer Press as pop music critic in 2004, after stints at The Forum in Fargo, N.D., and The Olympian in Olympia, Wash. Sponsorships and Touring Promotional Exhibits. Hammer said that he is most proud of the fairs professional staff, and their high level of expertise. This is the fifth-most attended fair in its . The Minnesota State Fair saw its largest crowd so far this year with 153,953 visitors making it out on Saturday, a number that is still well below average. The Minnesota State Fair was cancelled in 2020 due to the pandemic. 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. Techno Power This ride is located at Mighty Midway. Check back for more information in the coming months. Alexander will assume her new duties later this spring when Hammer steps down after 53 years with the State Fair; hes currently in his 27th year as CEO. Some parts of the state are reporting more than nine inches. (ABC 6 News) - The 2022 Minnesota State Fair brought people out and together on a grand scale. The official attendance was 153,367 people. No obvious signs of trauma were found on the man, police said. Daily attendance records have been set on three of the 10 days where numbers are available. 8 p.m. (today and tomorrow) at Schells Stage at Schilling Amphitheater. 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