I especially liked seeing the History Center of Freeborn County. They were very accommodating when…read morewe ventured around the museum. I was sad that the museum was empty of guests. So I thought the fence outside was kind of a deterrent of people which keeps them away because of it. The fair was ok... I'm not from the area since the mid 80's, so I enjoyed everything from Rabbits to goats and Mexican food to corn dogs. The area that I live in doesn't have a county fair, so this was a nice thing to reminisce by.

This years fair sucked! No Ice cream malts! Not much to do! Food is very expensive, seems like the…read morerich want the fair to themselves and don't want those that don't make a lot of money to go to this fair! Pay for entrance to the fair pay for parking and pay for everything you want in the fair! That is why I go to owatonna free fair keep my money for what I want when I'm in the fair and not blow it on entrance fees and parking!

Stopped here after visiting family in Albert Lea. Loved the nice cozy vibes here. They do have a…read morepatio area (not quite nice enough to open it up yet) but you can tell it's really nice as well. We were greeted and asked what kind of wines we like. We sampled a few of the fruity ones and decided to go with a raspberry one, which was really good & on the sweeter side. We ended up sharing a bottle of it. Generally nice winery & staff. Hours are a bit limited but worth checking out if in the area.

Great place to visit in Albert Lea. The staff are super nice, great host and knowledgeable. You…read morepick five wine-tasting samples from one of four squares (A,B,C,D). We picked 'C' & 'D'. Nice atmosphere and huge place to reserve for a banquet or function.

it is very fun! you get to feed animals and play in the corn it's amazing! I went in 2021 and it…read morewas so fun now I'm going back today! it's perfect to go on a warm fall day and it's the last Sunday until Halloween so it's our last chance to go I'm so excited! we got to see bunnies in 2021 and so many other animals. there were pumpkins for sale and horse riding and it's a dream! have fun if your going.

A fun place to take your kids. There is lots of different activities to do with your young one,…read moreeven if they are very young. One and under is free to visit. My 2 year old really enjoyed playing with the pedal tractors, reading about tractors and swinging on the swing set. However there's a corn maze, jumping pads, the learning barn, pumpkins for sale, pony rides, petting zoo and corn pit. Lots of fun for all ages.

This is a great arena. Two sheets of ice. Large parking lot. Lots of room inside to watch, wait or…read moremingle. The main rink is the best part of the arena. It's classic curved roof, wood structure with ample seating on both sides including back rests on many seats! The second rink is perfectly functional. It's a rectangle second rink, locker rooms, stands opposite the player benches. A fine place to watch hockey. Like I said, the main arena here is the feature, this arenas best asset. There are TVs in the main lobby (between both rinks and heated) for those time you are waiting for someone. They have skate rentals. There is a concession stand but it was not open, so can't confirm what they sell. Want more. More at this link: https://history.vintagemnhockey.com/page/show/1254576-albert-lea-city-arena

The SPAM Museum did not disappoint! Such a fun and unique stop with so much history packed into one…read moreplace. We loved learning about the story behind SPAM, seeing all the exhibits, and of course getting to try the free samples! Even better, admission is completely FREE, which makes it an awesome stop if you're passing through the area. The staff really made the experience too--they were fun, friendly, helpful, and seemed genuinely excited to be there. Definitely one of those quirky places that ends up being way more fun than you expect. We had a blast and can't wait to go back!

We stopped at the SPAM Museum on a whim after seeing several signs for it while driving through the…read morearea, and we're glad we did. Admission is free, and while the museum isn't very large, it's surprisingly fun, engaging, and well put together. The exhibits cover the history of SPAM, its cultural impact, and include an impressive collection of memorabilia from throughout the years. Everything is presented in a lighthearted and interactive way, making it enjoyable even if you're not a die-hard SPAM fan. One unexpected highlight was trying the SPAMples, which we thought were delicious and a fun twist on the classic product. If you're passing through the area, this museum is definitely worth the stop. It's a unique roadside attraction that's entertaining, educational, and easy to enjoy in an hour or two.

Great comfy chairs eventhough it's a small theater and ghost town mall. Close to fast food chain…read morearound the area

Great theater! I love how they have giant recliner seats, that make you feel like you're in your…read moreown living room!

This is Austin's hidden gem. At Austin Artworks, you can shop for various types of artwork. There…read moreare collections of handmade items from cards to jewelry. Artists from across the nation can sell their items in this beautifully curated main floor space. I loved the handmade cards and stickers so much that I purchased a few for friends. The location also provides several art classes and events. If you want to take a clay class or try new art techniques, be sure to stop in to learn more.

We were in town walking around. We walked by and the store looked like it had nice items, as we are…read morelooking for a few pieces for our home. We walked in at 4:52, and without even saying hello the girl working the counter told us - 'we close in 6 minutes.' After that, we no longer felt welcome in the store so we turned around and walked out.