MEDIA/NEWS RELEASE
Stay up to date with the latest announcements, event news, and official updates. All Steele County Free Fair press releases will now be published here for easy access by media partners and the public. Check back often for the newest information.
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Nomination Deadline Nears for Steele County Livestock Hall of FameFull Press Release Here
Owatonna, Minnesota - April 2, 2026 A reminder from the Steele County Free Fair that May 1, 2026, is the deadline to submit nominations for this year’s Steele County Livestock Hall of Fame.
There are two types of awards. The first type is Hall of Fame membership. Nominees may be an individual or husband/wife team that meet the following criteria...
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Final Grandstand Entertainment Lineup Announced for Wednesday Night's FaithFest on the FairgroundsFull Press Release Here
Owatonna, Minnesota - March 18, 2026The Steele County Free Fair is proud to announce an inspiring night of music and community at FaithFest on the Fairgrounds, set for Wednesday during the 2026 fair in partnership with Owatonna Area Christian Radio. This special evening in the Grandstand will feature award-winning Christian artist...
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Randy Houser to Headline Friday Night at the 2026 Steele County Free Fair With Special Guest Cori KennedyFull Press Release Here
Owatonna, Minnesota - February 11, 2026The Steele County Free Fair is proud to announce multi-platinum country hitmaker Randy Houser as the Friday night Grandstand headliner on August 21, 2026, with rising Minnesota country star Cori Kennedy joining as special guest...
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Steele County Free Fair to Launch “Spring Into Summer,” Expanding Beloved Smokin’ In Steele TraditionFull Press Release Here List Item 1
Owatonna, Minnesota - February 9, 2026After 18 years of hosting the popular “Smokin’ In Steele” spring event, Joe Elbert of the Knights of Columbus has announced the organization will no longer produce the event. In a show of community partnership, the Knights of Columbus offered the opportunity to continue and grow the event to Scott Kozelka and the Steele County Free Fair...
