Aitkin County Fair

06/06/2026

🌟 We’re excited to welcome Vacation Bible School to the Fairgrounds in the Event Center on June 29–30 and July 1–2!

For more information, please contact Donna Shanholtzer.

06/04/2026

🎶 “Because You’re Mine, I Walk the Line… to the Fair!” 🎶
Join us Friday, July 10 at 7:00 PM at the Aitkin County Fair at the Windy River stage for an unforgettable evening with Church of Cash! This acclaimed Johnny Cash tribute band delivers all the classic hits and timeless sound of the Man in Black. Bring your lawn chair, gather your family and friends, and enjoy a great night of live music at the fair. We can’t wait to see you there!

06/01/2026

🎡 Help Wanted at the Aitkin County Fair!

We’re looking for groups to help work the fair gates July 8–11. Shifts are available from 7 AM–6 PM with a minimum 2-hour commitment.

💰 Groups are paid! Contact us for details and to reserve your shifts.

Message us if your group is interested!

05/30/2026

🚨 Open Class Registration for the Aitkin County Fair is NOW OPEN! 🚨

Link to register: https://aitkin.fairwire.com

We also offer registration by mail or in person. Details can be found in our book located around town or online at aitkinfair.com

We can’t wait to see all the amazing exhibits at this year’s fair! 🪡🎨🐴🍞🍪🐇🌸🌻👚🐄

05/28/2026

Food is one of the BEST parts of the County Fair… and this year’s lineup does not disappoint! 🍔🍕🍟

Here’s a taste of what you’ll find at the fair this year:

🍔 Tobies Concessions
Nachos, burgers, giant pickles, cheesy fries & more

🌮 Long Lake Conservation Center
Walking tacos

🍕 Rosallini’s
Pizza

🎡Crescent City Amusements
Mini donuts, corn dogs, funnel cakes, lemonade, chicken on a stick, cheese curds & more

🚒 Fireman’s Beer Garden
Prime rib sandwiches, brats, chips, cold drinks & beer

🍳 Breakfast in the Event Center
Serving breakfast from 7am–10am

🦁Aitkin Lions Club
Pulled pork & turkey burgers

🇺🇸VFW
Hamburgers

🍀Aitkin County 4H Malt Booth
Cold, creamy malts

🏍️ Aitkin Legion riders
Cooking up something delicious

⛪️ Methodist Church
serving lunch 

Come hungry and support all the amazing local groups and vendors that help make the fair so fun every year!

05/07/2026

🇺🇸Join us in celebrating 250 years of America with a fun and creative patriotic contest! 🇺🇸

DEPT. 10 SPECIAL CONTEST

Create an American flag using either:

🌿 ALL natural materials
OR
♻️ ALL recycled materials

⭐ Any historical American flag design may be used
⭐ Must be red, white & blue
⭐ Sizes: 12x18, 2x3, or 3x5
⭐ Label the year of your flag design
⭐ Individuals, families, groups & organizations welcome

🏆 Grand Champion, Reserve Champion & People’s Choice awards!

📅 Judging: Friday, July 10 at 10:00 AM
📍 Entrant or representative must be present

Get creative and show your patriotic spirit! Look in premium book out around the public or online at www.aitkinfair.com for more details!

04/08/2026

Good news! 🎉 The Aitkin County Fair Premium Book is at the printer—watch for it in early May!

This book will include premium and entry information. Be sure to mark your calendars for July 8th–11th! 🎡

More fair details will be shared later in a trifold flyer style and you can always find updates on our website. www.aitkinfair.com

Fair season is getting closer!

03/16/2026

🎶 Windy River Stage at the Aitkin County Fair – 2026 Lineup! 🎶

Dates July 8th-11th

⭐ Wednesday, July 8 – 7:00 PM
ABB Solutely Fab – ABBA Tribute
Sing along to all the iconic ABBA hits!

⭐ Thursday, July 9
Local Performances Showcase

⭐ Friday, July 10 – 7:00 PM
Church of Cash – Johnny Cash Tribute
A powerful tribute to the legendary Man in Black.

⭐ Saturday, July 11 – 10:00 AM – Noon
Acoustic Rock for Kids (1 hour)
Songs About Food (1 hour)

Come enjoy live music, support local talent, and make memories at the fair! 🎡

02/14/2026

💘 Spreading a little Valentine’s love while we count down to the Aitkin County Fair! 🎡🌽🐄

We love the county fair — the 4-H projects, open class creativity, grand stand events, and of course the mini donuts and cheese curds 😋

Fair countdown officially on! 🎡 144 days

01/27/2026

❄️Cold weather is the perfect time to get creative! Whether you’re perfecting your bread-making skills, working on an art project, crafting , finishing a quilt , or getting ahead on canning, now is the time to start preparing for the fair ❄️

We offer many different classes, and while our 2026 Premium Book will be out before you know it 📘, you can check out the 2025 book now to see what options are available 👀 -you can find the 2025 premium book on our website at https://www.aitkinfair.com

July will be here before you know it—start creating today! 🎉

135th AITKIN COUNTY FAIRJuly 8-11, 2026 2025 FAIR BOOKLET For Everyone’s Safety and ComfortOnly animals being shown as part of the fair are allowed on the fairgrounds during fair time. We kindly ask that ALL PETS stay home—thank you for understanding and helping us keep the fair fun and safe for...