(KNSI) – Even though we are in the dead of winter in central Minnesota, it’s never too soon to start planning for summer.
The 111th annual Benton County Fair will take place on Tuesday, July 30th, through Sunday, August 4th. The yearly get-together features Bingo, 4-H contests, fried food, grandstand events, live animals, music and rides on the midway. Admission is free.
The six-day celebration is held at the fairgrounds in Sauk Rapids. More details on the summer fun will be released in the coming months.
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