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Discover the U at the Minnesota State Fair.

What fun things are happening this year?

2008 Exhibit Highlights

A child touching a millepied.Dynamic stage programs from 10 a.m.–6 p.m. daily. Discover the rich array of contributions made by students, faculty, and staff. Enjoy daily Radio K live broadcasts.

Hundreds of experts in the building, offering insight on student opportunities, research innovations, and life-changing discoveries at the U.

Daily giveaways include a new limited edition maroon and gold drawstring backpack.

Maroon and Gold Day—Sunday, August 24
Celebrate Maroon and Gold Day at the fair! Show your U of M spirit by donning maroon and gold. – 6 p.m.

10—10:30 a.m. Alumni Association Program

10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Know Your U Trivia Contest: Test your U knowledge and win tickets to see Capitol Steps at Northrop!

1 p.m. Alumni Association program

2 p.m. State Fair Parade: Don't miss the U's 300-member marching band and special guests.

4–6 p.m. Radio K broadcasts live.

Maroon and Gold Day is sponsored by the University of Minnesota Northrop.


Goldy—Stop by the U building to shake hands with your favorite U mascot.

August 21, 24, 26, 27, and 28 from noon to 1 p.m.

Stadium Experience Exhibit—Be sure to visit the exciting Gopher football stadium exhibit featuring Gopher memorabilia displays, bleacher seating to watch our Gophers in action, and learn about the TCF Bank Stadium under construction.

Exclusive ticket offers—Purchase your 2008 Gopher game tickets.

Shuttle bus.Free shuttle to the fair—Catch a quick ride to the fairgrounds on the express transitway. Note: limited parking due to stadium construction.

4th Street Ramp: 4th St. & 17th Ave. SE; 7:30 a.m. – midnight, daily

Various surface lots - Follow signs

Oak Street Ramp: Oak St. & Delaware St. Weekdays – 4 p.m. to midnight, Aug. 25 - 26 – 7:30 a.m. to midnight, Sept. 1-3 – no service

Map and guide to the U at the Fair—Check this great guide for the many places the U will be at the fair.

Wear Your Maroon and Gold—The University of Minnesota Bookstores is offering a special Maroon and Gold day t-shirt. Get yours now.

Maroon and Gold Day

Sunday, August 24

U of M cheerleaders.



Stadium Experience Exhibit

Stadium rendering.


University Marching Band

Marching band.



Goldy Gopher Appearances

Goldy Gopher.