>2021 Freeborn County Fair Canceled Due to COVID Restrictions

(Albert Lea, MN)  —  The Freeborn County Fair in southern Minnesota is canceled for the second straight year.

The Freeborn County Agricultural Society made the announcement this morning (Friday) citing continued COVID restrictions on indoor and outdoor events.

Officials said the decision had to be made now to avoid 300-thousand dollars in entertainment expenses and contracts.

Manager Mike Woitas said “planning for a successful at this time when there isn’t any guarantee the restrictions will be lifted, would jeopardize the fair for years to come.”

The Board is working with 4-H to have some type of livestock shows and other events for kids in August.