More than 1,000 People Get COVID-19 Vaccinations in First Four Days of Minnesota State Fair

(KNSI) – More than 1,000 people have gotten vaccinated against COVID-19 at the Minnesota State Fair.

A community vaccine clinic is set up at the North End Event Center at the fairgrounds, and in its first four days in operation, Gov. Tim Walz’s office says 1,199 fairgoers have gotten the shot. Walz says that’s the highest number of vaccine doses given at a state fair in the Midwest.

“More than 1,000 Fairgoers have rolled up their sleeves and walked away with both $100 in hand and a new layer of protection against this deadly virus,” Walz said. “Don’t miss this opportunity. If you’re already going to be at the State Fair, get your shot and get your cash.”

The state is offering a $100 gift card incentive for the first 3,600 people who get vaccinated at the fair; 1,183 of those cards have been claimed.

The clinic has Pfizer and Johnson & Johnson vaccines available, and they’ll be administered to willing fairgoers each day of the fair from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., with the exception of Labor Day, when the clinic’s hours will be 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Fairgoers can walk in or make an appointment to get vaccinated there for free.

“I’m grateful so many Fairgoers are taking this opportunity to get protected against COVID-19,” said Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan. “More than 1,000 more Minnesotans are now vaccinated thanks to this Community Vaccine Clinic. Let’s keep it going Fairgoers — and get your $100!”

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