New Equine and Livestock Arena

With private contributions, the Minnesota State Fair and State Fair Foundation are building a new arena for equine and livestock shows on the fairgrounds. The facility will be used by 4-H, FFA and State Fair open class participants and equine and livestock exhibitions. Thanks to the generous support from AgStar Financial Services, the new arena will be called AgStar Arena. Stay updated with construction progress on Facebook.

Built in the 1960s, the existing Judging Arena and Annex are in dire need of replacement. The State Fair strives to provide the best in animal agricultural programs while also providing facilities that meet quality standards for shows.

AgStar Arena will complement activities at the Lee and Rose Warner Coliseum and the Horse and Cattle Barns, as well as use by the Minnesota Horse Expo and other shows.

Arena Features

• Overall 27,000 square foot structure with a 15,000 square foot oval show ring; arena floor of layered footing of sand/clay mix with clay base
• Multiple entrances for exhibitors, animals and the public for improved access
• Enclosed structure combining wood, metal and brick for extended seasonal use; enhanced lighting, fire suppression system and audio system
• Exhibitor amenities including wash racks and portable stalls
• Spectator area with up to 600 seats

Giving Opportunities

We invite your support of the Arena Campaign. We are grateful for the leadership contribution from AgStar Financial Services, naming the facility AgStar Arena. Tribute gifts, given in honor or memory of someone you love, begin at $300 and will be recognized with a paver in Star Plaza.

Click here to donate now.

*Recognitioin is for a minimum of five years. Donor recognition includes all that is noted at and below the gift amount. Pledges may be made through 2013. Ask us about recognition opportunities at other major gift levels.

To inquire about this project, contact Kay Cady at (651) 632-2630 or info@msffoundation.org.