Minnesota Street Rod Association’s BACK TO THE FIFTIES WEEKEND

WHAT: The 52nd Minnesota Street Rod Association’s “Back to the Fifties Weekend” cruises onto the Minnesota State Fairgrounds June 19 – 21, 2026. Nearly 10,000 street rods, customs, classics, and restored vehicles, all dating from 1964 and earlier, will be on display. See cars from across the Midwest and beyond. Meet the owners who dedicate their time to keeping these amazing rides running smoothly. It’s a perfect Father’s Day celebration! All Weekend • 200+ Commercial Vendors – Indoors and out throughout the Fairgrounds • Ladies’ Showcase (North End Event Center) o Friday and Saturday: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m., Sunday: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. • Cruise-N-Arts Craft Fair (Education Building) decor, gifts, wearables, and more o Friday and Saturday: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m., Sunday: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. • Kids World outdoor play center – Machinery Hill area • Dixieland Pick-Up Band throughout the Fairgrounds o Friday and Saturday: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., Sunday: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Friday • United States Flag Raising Ceremony (base of Space Needle) – 9 a.m. • Richie Lee & the Fabulous 50’s (Bandshell) FREE concert – 6 – 9 p.m. o Midwest-based rock-and-roll band from Des Moines, Iowa Saturday • Military Salute Flyover – 11 a.m. • Music Bingo FREE (Bandshell) – 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. • Anthony Shore – Elvis Tribute Show (Bandshell) – 6 – 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday • Model Car Show & Contest (Education Building) – 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sunday • HUGE Swap Meet (Midway) – 6 a.m. – 1 p.m. • Church Service (North End Event Center/Ladies Showcase) – 10 a.m. • Closing Ceremony (Bandshell) - 1 p.m. WHEN: Friday, June 19 through Sunday, June 21, 2026 Friday and Saturday: 8 a.m. – 10 p.m. Sunday: 6 a.m. – 3 p.m. WHERE: Minnesota State Fairgrounds in Falcon Heights, Minnesota ADMISSION: At the door: Adults – $15; Kids 15 and under FREE with each paid adult Advance adult discount tickets ($2 off) available starting in May at participating NAPA Auto Parts stores SPONSORS: Mecum Auctions, Metro Transit, Select Heartland Chevy Dealers, Suburban GM Parts, and Visit Roseville FREE RIDES ON METRO TRANSIT: Grab a free bus ride and avoid parking all weekend through our partnership with Metro Transit. June 19: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2026Backtothe50sJune19 June 20: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2026Backtothe50sJune20 June 21: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2026Backtothe50sJune21 PARKING SHUTTLE ON SATURDAY: FREE Shuttle on Saturday ONLY from 8 a.m. – 10 p.m. - ETC/Energy Technology Center – 1450 Energy Park Drive, St. Paul INFO: msrabacktothe50s.com SOCIAL: Facebook: @Back.to.the.50s Instagram: @mnstreetrodassociation MEDIA CONTACTS: J. Marie Fieger, Nemer Fieger, [email protected] Molly Mulvehill Steinke, Nemer Fieger, [email protected]

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