Voyageurs National Park
at the Minnesota State Fair
August 27 – September 7, 2026 | Minnesota State Fair Grounds | St. Paul, MN
Come see us at the Great Minnesota Get-Together!
Voyageurs Conservancy will be at the Minnesota State Fair from August 27 – September 7 to invite fairgoers to discover Voyageurs National Park. Stop by our exhibit on the north side of the DNR Building on Carnes Ave. between Clough St. and Nelson St. to talk with park experts, get trip-planning advice, and learn more about the unique wilderness, waterways, and wildlife of Minnesota’s only national park. While you’re here enter to win Voyageurs-themed prizes and take part in interactive activities celebrating Minnesota’s only National Park!
Find us at the Fair!
The Voyageurs Conservancy booth is located on the north side of the DNR Building, on Carnes Ave. between Clough St. & Nelson St.
Entry Gate # 9 and 10 are the closest to our Voyageurs State Fair exhibit off of Como Ave. When you get inside, head north on Clough St. and walk towards the DNR building until you reach the north side of that block.
Discover Voyageurs at the State Fair
Collectibles & Take-Home Resources: Stop by the booth to pick up a variety of Voyageurs keepsakes, including our limited-edition Minnesota State Fair bandana featuring a moose enjoying iconic Fair foods (including this year's pickle pie!), National Park maps, stickers, and other fun take-home items while supplies last.*
Fun for the Whole Family: Kids can explore our Mobile Classroom, enjoy Junior Ranger station activity books, get sworn in as an official Junior Ranger, and earn a badge!* We'll also have an interactive "Whose Scat is That" wildlife game that's a blast for visitors of all ages!
Plan Your Voyageurs Adventure: Ready to visit Voyageurs National Park? Our park experts and volunteers are here to help you plan your trip with maps, guides, insider tips, and firsthand knowledge of the park's waterways, wilderness, and wildlife.
Enter to Win Voyageurs Prizes: Enter to win Voyageurs-inspired prizes, including a two-night stay in Voyageur Outpost's geodesic dome, floating chairs from Paddle North, and a custom Voyageurs map blanket from Faribault Mills!
Discover Minnesota’s International Dark Sky Park: Learn what makes Voyageurs National Park one of the best stargazing locations in the nation and dive into the science behind the northern lights.
Join the Voyageurs Community: Become a new member right at the fair and become part of a community dedicated to enhancing environmental education, land and water conservation, sustainable recreation, wildlife research, and much more.
*Available while supplies last.
Can’t join us at the fair?
No problem! The celebration of Minnesota’s National Park extends far beyond the fairgrounds! You can still enter our Sweepstakes online. Plus, we have events throughout the year, so there are plenty of opportunities to connect with fellow Voyageurs enthusiasts and celebrate five decades of protecting this pristine wilderness!
Thank you to Voyageurs’ Supporters
