Vice Presidential Candidate Tim Walz at State Fair

Tim Walz’s 2024 VP campaign stop at the Minnesota State Fair, with supporters, protests, and heightened federal security.

Minnesota State Fair — Falcon Heights, MN

This set documents Minnesota Governor Tim Walz’s vice presidential campaign visit to the Minnesota State Fair, including walkabouts with attendees, visible Department of Homeland Security and U.S. Secret Service presence near vendor areas, and nearby protest activity.
Tim Walz takes selfies at Minnesota State Fair
September 1, 2024 — Vice Presidential Candidate and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz takes selfies at the Minnesota State Fair on September 1, 2024.
Governor Tim Walz eats a pork chop at the Minnesota State Fair on September 1, 2024.
September 1, 2024 — Governor Tim Walz engages with attendees while holding a pork chop at the Minnesota State Fair on September 1, 2024. The Minnesota State Fair, held annually in Falcon Heights, is one of the largest state fairs in the United States. It serves as a significant cultural and agricultural event for the state, showcasing livestock, agricultural products, and entertainment. The fair's history dates back to 1854, and it continues to be a major gathering place for Minnesotans.
Governor Tim Walz at the Minnesota State Fair on Sept 1, 2024, wearing a "Minnesota Grown" cap and holding tickets.
September 1, 2024 — Governor Tim Walz, wearing a "Minnesota Grown" cap, interacts with fairgoers at the Minnesota State Fair on September 1, 2024. He is holding tickets or receipts in his hand. The Minnesota State Fair is a major annual event held in Falcon Heights, showcasing agriculture and entertainment. This image was taken during the 2024 Minnesota State Fair, a significant cultural and economic event for the state. Governor Walz's presence highlights the fair's role as a platform for public engagement and a reflection of Minnesota's agricultural heritage. The fair is a key fixture in the state's calendar, drawing large crowds and featuring a wide array of exhibits and activities.
Tim Walz during Vice Presidential Run
September 1, 2024 — Tim Walz, then Governor of Minnesota, waves to a crowd at the Minnesota State Fair. Walz was campaigning during the 2020 presidential election cycle, though he was not a candidate for president. The Minnesota State Fair is an annual event held in Falcon Heights, Minnesota, showcasing agriculture, industry, and entertainment. It is one of the largest state fairs in the United States, drawing over a million visitors each year.
Homeland Security at Minnesota State Fair
September 1, 2024 — A Homeland Security officer stands guard outside a food stand at the Minnesota State Fair. The officer's presence indicates heightened security measures, likely due to the anticipated appearance of Vice Presidential Candidate and then-Minnesota Governor Tim Walz. The Minnesota State Fair is a major annual event, drawing large crowds and often necessitating significant security arrangements, especially during political campaigns.
Harris Walz hat at Minnesota State Fair
September 1, 2024 — A woman wears a "Harris Walz" hat while looking at her phone at the Minnesota State Fair in September 2024. The Minnesota State Fair is an annual 12-day event held at the state fairgrounds in Saint Paul, Minnesota, attracting over a million visitors each year. It showcases agricultural products, livestock, and entertainment, serving as a significant cultural and economic event for the state. The "Harris Walz" branding likely refers to a political campaign, referencing Kamala Harris and Tim Walz, who have been prominent figures in Minnesota politics.
Never Walz sign at Minnesota State Fair
September 1, 2024 — A protestor holds a "Never Walz" sign at the Minnesota State Fair, an annual event held in Falcon Heights, Minnesota. The fair is a significant cultural and economic event for the state, showcasing agriculture, industry, and entertainment. This protest occurred outside the fairgrounds during a time when Tim Walz, then Governor of Minnesota and a potential Vice Presidential candidate, was expected to make an appearance. The sign reflects political opposition to Walz's candidacy or policies during the 2020 election cycle.
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