3 Generally Calmer Ideas at the Fair : West End Market Area Edition : Day 5

3 Generally Calmer Ideas at the Fair : West End Market Area Edition : Day 5

These 12 Minnesota State Fair Posts will look a bit different, seeing everything is contained within the Fair grounds some of the quick references will be located at the top of blog instead of being repeated multiple times.

General Spot: Minnesota State Fair

Length of time: 12 days (August 22- September 2, 2024)

Website: Minnesota State Fair

Type of Spot: Fair

Cost: $$

Reservations: No reservations required

Indoors/Outdoors: Mix of Outside and Inside

Seating Availability: Plentiful

Terrain: Sidewalks, Streets, Hills, Grass, Inside Buildings Smooth Flooring

Known Busier Times: 10am - 9pm

 

Spot: History and Heritage Center

Overview of spot:

This newer building is fairly quiet in relation to the hustle and bustle of the West End. It's a great stop to learn about the history of the fair.

 

Indoors/Outdoors: Inside

Seating Availability: A few spots ( If I remember correctly), otherwise there are benches outside of the building, although they can get filled up quickly as the day goes on.

 

Spot: The Schelling Amphitheater

Overview of spot:

Earlier in the day there aren't as many shows happening and this can be a great spot to sit and rest for a bit.

Indoors/Outdoors: Outside

Seating Availability: Plentiful, benches

Terrain:  Concrete Steps

 

 

Spot: Dan Patch Ave in front of the West End Market

Overview of spot:

This street can be a great spot to stand and plan your next adventure. It tends to be out of the way from the traffic flow.

 

Indoors/Outdoors: Outdoors

Seating Availability: None

Terrain: Pavement

 

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