Minnesota State Fair 2024: Scenes from 1st day

FALCON HEIGHTS, Minn. (FOX 9) - The rain didn't stop the Minnesota State Fair crowds on its opening day. 

Crowds flocked to the Great Minnesota Get-Together for food, rides, animals and much more. 

The fair will run from Aug. 22 through Labor Day, Sept. 2. 

Fairground hours are 7 a.m.-11 p.m. every day, but on Labor Day the fairgrounds will close at 9 p.m. Most buildings will close at 9 p.m., except on Labor Day, where most will close at 8 p.m.

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Here are some scenes from the day, including a few FOX 9 shows from Thursday morning: 

FOX 9 Good Day

A fun episode of Good Day aired at the fair on the first day, which included some tips from Hilary Kline on how to keep your face looking fresh during hot fair days and a cooking demo of some Nordic Barley Bowls. This State Fair will be Alix Kendall's last fair with FOX 9 before she retires. 

The Jason Show

The Jason Show had a great first day at the fair, where Jason and Falen talked with some guests, including a jeweler. And Stephanie Hansen shared some of her favorite fair foods this year with Jason. 

P.J. Fleck Show 

Gopher Football Head Coach P.J. Fleck made an appearance at the FOX 9 booth for The P.J. Fleck show. 

Large crowds at the State Fair

Despite the rain later in the day, the crowds were out in full-force for the first day of the Great Minnesota Get-Together. People enjoyed food, rides, games and much more. 

FOX 9's claw machine at the State Fair

FOX 9's booth has a claw machine, where you can win prizes, including an Amazon Fire Stick and much more. Come check out the booth by the Giant Slide to test your luck and win some prizes. 

Rainy first day at the State Fair

The first day started out nice, but there was some heavy rain in the afternoon. That did not deter fairgoers, as they continued to enjoy the day. 

Animals at the State Fair