Minnesota State Fair Through a Lens

Join MN State Fair photographer Andy Berndt for a morning of stories and stunning photos that bring the magic of the Great Minnesota Get-Together to life. Andy has been capturing the heart and hustle of the Fair since 2018, shooting tens of thousands of photos and meeting countless folks who make the Fair the unforgettable experience it is. Leave smiling and counting the days until the next Fair. Speaking of which, there are 115 days between May 4 and opening day of the 2026 Minnesota State Fair on August 27.