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How much does it cost to attend the fair?

A full listing of ticket prices can be found on our ticket order page: https://www.theenergyfair.org/tickets/

Who gets free admission to the Fair?

Free Admission: MREA Members, kids 12 & under, and Hardcore Volunteers receive free admission! Volunteers giving two-hours time can get in free the day they volunteer and on Sunday, Dads get in free when with their child (to celebrate Father’s Day).

Can I pay with a credit card?

Some areas of the Fair accept credit card payment including the Front Gate, Silent Auction & Info Tent, and MREA Marketplace.

An ATM is located at the MREA Marketplace to supply cash if needed. The following areas of The Energy Fair accept cash only:
– Primitive Pastures Breakfast (Friday)
– Organic Valley Breakfasts (Saturday & Sunday)
– MREA Cafe
– Beer Tent
– Some exhibitors and food vendors

Is there WIFI at the Fair?

At this time public wifi is not available.

Wifi will be available to presenters and exhibitors.

Please check back for any updates.

What should I bring to the Fair?

Most importantly, yourself, friends, and family!
Hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen
Rain jacket and umbrella – we’ll be going strong in rain or shine!
Refillable water bottle
If you’re an MREA Member, bring your membership receipt or simply tell your name to the Front Gate volunteers. (We are no longer mailing membership cards.)
Business cards for networking; pencil / pen
Camera or mobile device – tag @TheEnergyFair on Facebook and Twitter

What are the Fair’s hours?

Friday, June 15………………………………………………………9:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Saturday, June 16…………………………………………………..9:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Sunday, June 17……………………………………………………..9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Are pets allowed?

Sorry, NO PETS are allowed unless your animal is training to be or is a service animal.

What are the exhibitor hours?

Exhibitor Staffing Dates and Hours

Thursday, June 14 (Exhibitor check-in and setup)……………9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Friday, June 15 (Vehicles permitted)……………………………….8:00 a.m. – 8:45 a.m.
Friday, June 15 (Exhibits Open)………………………………………9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Saturday, June 16 (Vehicles permitted)……………………………7:00 a.m. – 8:45 a.m.
Saturday, June 16 (Exhibits Open)…………………………………..9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Sunday, June 17 (Vehicles permitted)………………………………7:00 a.m. – 8:45 a.m
Sunday, June 17 (Exhibits Open)……………………………………..9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Sunday, June 17 (Exhibitor take-down)……………………………5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

I’m an exhibitor, where can I find the exhibitor information packet?

Exhibitors receive an email confirmation containing the exhibitor information packet which can also be found at the bottom of the exhibitor information page at www.TheEnergyFair.org/exhibit.

I’m a member, how do I receive free admission to The Energy Fair?

All current members will be listed on our roster at The Energy Fair Front Gate and receive a membership wristband which includes entry for the entire weekend.

In order to expedite Front Gate entry, please present your membership payment receipt as proof of membership (this can be done by printout or phone).

How do I charge my electric vehicle at The Energy Fair?

If possible, please register for vehicle charging before you get to the Fair. Once you arrive, please go to the Front Gate to pay for or receive your admission wristband.

Charging on Level II chargers is free, but the ABB Terra 53CJ requires payment, which will be accepted through GreenLots registration. More information can be found at https://www.theenergyfair.org/clean-transportation-show/.

How much is parking?

Parking at The Energy Fair is free!

Is there a charge for keynote presentations?

In 2018 there will be no charge for keynote presenters.

Will there be a Minnesota Energy Fair in 2018?

The Minnesota Energy Fair was a fantastic event but we will not be having a 2018 Minnesota fair.

The 2017 Minnesota Energy Fair saw significant funding from a Department of Energy award that ended in 2017.