United in Service
United in Service
A Tribute Experience Honoring Those Who Served October 15–18, 2026 • Minnesota State Fairgrounds • Created by DAV of Minnesota
The Experience
Four days of stories, remembrance, connection, and support
Tribute Garden
Thousands of personalized Tribute Tags honor veterans in a beautiful, illuminated space. Families walk among the tags and find the one created for the veteran they love.
Exhibit Galleries
Powerful stories of courage, sacrifice, and service across 250 years of military history — from the Korean War and Vietnam Era through Desert Storm, War on Terror, and modern day.
Veteran Impact Center
Job & Resource Fair connecting veterans with employers, resources, and support. Includes hiring, benefits & assistance, health & wellness, education & training, and community support.
Military Experience Park
Hands-on displays of military vehicles and equipment for all ages — helicopters, trucks, and more to explore and engage.
Educational Programming
Engaging presentations and discussions that educate and inspire all generations, including financial wellness and other life skills.
Rapid Claims Clinic
On-site assistance from accredited Veteran Service Officers to help veterans navigate their VA claims.
5 Ways to Get Involved
01 Honor a Veteran
Create a personalized Tribute Tag and preserve a veteran’s name and service in the Tribute Garden. ($50 includes the Garden tag, a keepsake tag, and a digital tribute page.)
02 Attend Together
Bring veterans, families, and members to experience four days of stories, remembrance, and connection at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds.
03 Connect & Learn
Join educational classes and visit the Veteran Job and Resource Fair and Rapid Claims Clinic to support today’s veterans.
04 Share the Invitation
Feature United in Service in meetings, newsletters, social media, radio, and community calendars so more people can take part.
05 Invite a DAV Member to Speak
Bring the United in Service story to your next meeting and learn how your organization can participate and support this tribute experience.
Be Part of Something Lasting
Honor those who served. Support those who still serve. Inspire the next generation.