Our History

Founded in 1859 from the vision of local pioneers, the Goodhue County Fair has grown from small street fairs in Red Wing and Zumbrota into a longstanding county tradition with a permanent home north of Zumbrota since 1915. Over the years, the fair has moved locations, weathered setbacks such as the 1919 grandstand collapse and a damaging storm in 2009, and continued to expand and improve its facilities. The fairgrounds have also become a home for historic landmarks like the Zumbrota Covered Bridge and the Belvidere Schoolhouse, while remaining a hub for agriculture, 4-H youth, and community connection. Today, the Goodhue County Fair continues to evolve while honoring its rich history, welcoming tens of thousands of visitors each year for five days of entertainment, education, and celebration.