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Five Things You Should Know About the Minnesota State Fair: Day 6
Military Appreciation Day, animal whisperer and Steely Dan.
To Know: It’s the first ever Military Appreciation Day at the fair, and active and retired members of the military and their immediate families can get in for $7. The rides at Mighty Midway and Kidway have a one ticket discount until 1 p.m. The weather is expected to be a high of 80 degrees with a 40 percent chance of rain. Check out the fair’s website for a full schedule of the day’s activities and events.
To March: The Army’s 34th Infantry Division Band plays at 10:30 a.m. and 11:45 a.m. at the Leinenkugel Free Stage. Military equipment will also be on display, and there will be various informational military booths. KTLK will host a military radio show at 10 a.m. in Carousel Park.
To Watch: The amateur talent contest semifinal performances are held at 6 p.m. at the Leinie Lodge Bandshell. Throughout the fair, 120 semifinalists compete before the Sept. 4 finals.
To Whisper to Animals: Celebrities vie for the title of “Champion Animal Caller” at 12:20 p.m. at the Land O’Lakes Stage. The competition is part of the Agri-lympics Contest.
To Hear: Rock artist Steely Dan plays the grandstand at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available for $45 and $55. Sam Yahel joins them on stage.
Overheard at the Fair: “Where can I buy deep-fried butter?” - Woman to her husband
