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Enjoy shopping, family fun and more at the Minnesota Merry Market at the MN State Fairgrounds on two weekends in December, this year entry is FREE!

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A person wearing colorful Christmas glasses, a teal shirt, and a festive apron is smiling and waving behind a booth with large cursive text at Minnesota Merry Market. The setting appears lively, with various people in the background engaged in activities.

Need to wrap up your holiday shopping and want to shop local? Head to the Minnesota Merry Market at the MN State Fair on December 5-6, 12-13, and 19-20, 2026. Over 80 artists and gift vendors will be in attendance.

People browsing handmade jewelry at Minnesota Merry Market. The display features various necklaces and earrings on wooden stands. The setting is indoors, with bright overhead lighting. A person wearing a winter hat examines the items closely.

You can bring the whole family to join in the fun. Santa visits the Minnesota Merry Market each day so you can snap photos. There are free Christmas crafts and games and even free trackless train rides.

Santa Visits​​ 2026:

You can meet Mr. and Mrs. Claus from 10 AM – 4 PM all event days!

A man dressed as Santa Claus and a young girl are sitting together, both smiling and waving at the camera at Minnesota Merry Market. The girl is wearing a pink shirt with colorful designs. The background is festive and resembles a wooden texture with Christmas decorations.

There is also festive live music in the outdoor courtyard and if you’re hungry you can grab some food and drinks from food trucks.

This year’s event is completely FREE to attend!

A woman and a young child with red hair sit together at a table, smiling and engaged in a craft activity at Minnesota Merry Market. They appear to be making something with green pipe cleaners. The setting is warm and well-lit with wooden beams and large windows.

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