Hay Days 2026 Guide: Dates, Hours, Map, Tickets & Vendors

Hay Days 2026 Map

Hay Days covers a large event area with separate swap sections, manufacturer displays, vendor rows, racing areas, food vendors and spectator services. Saving the event map before arriving can make it much easier to find specific vendors and attractions during the weekend.

Hay Days 2026 event map with LEDPowersport® booth DB2 highlighted.

When Is Hay Days 2026?

Hay Days 2026 is Saturday, September 12 and Sunday, September 13, 2026. The two-day event is held in North Branch, Minnesota and is hosted by the Sno-Barons Snowmobile Club.

Hay Days is traditionally held shortly after Labor Day and is widely associated with the beginning of the upcoming snowmobile season. Riders attend to see new machines and products, watch racing, shop the swap meet and visit powersports companies in person.

What Are the Hay Days 2026 Hours?

The official Hay Days 2026 grounds hours are:

• Saturday, September 12: 7:00 AM–7:00 PM
• Sunday, September 13: 7:00 AM–7:00 PM

The swap meet operates on a shorter schedule and is currently listed as ending at 5:00 PM.

Racing, freestyle shows and individual attractions may follow their own schedules within the overall event hours.

Where Is Hay Days 2026?

Hay Days 2026 is held at the Sno-Barons Hay Days grounds near North Branch, Minnesota.

Official Hay Days Address:
38740 Oriole Avenue
North Branch, MN 55056

The event grounds are located east of North Branch and can experience heavy traffic during peak arrival and departure periods, so visitors should plan extra travel time.

For final event updates, policies and schedule changes, visit the official Sno-Barons Hay Days website .

What Is Hay Days in Minnesota?

Hay Days is a major snowmobile and powersports event hosted by the Sno-Barons Snowmobile Club. The event combines snowmobile grass drag racing, a large swap meet, manufacturer exhibits, aftermarket vendors, food, entertainment and other powersports attractions in one weekend.

The event has grown into one of the best-known preseason gatherings in the snowmobile industry, drawing riders, racers, manufacturers and vendors from across North America.

Hay Days 2026 Tickets & Admission

Hay Days offers general admission as well as upgraded experiences. Ticket availability, pricing and policies can change as the event approaches, so visitors should confirm current pricing directly with Hay Days before purchasing or traveling.

Hay Days 2026 Swap Meet

The Hay Days swap meet is one of the event's most popular attractions. The swap area includes snowmobiles, parts, riding gear, accessories, vintage items, project machines and other powersports-related products.

Hay Days describes the swap area as covering more than 30 acres, with sellers traveling from throughout the United States and Canada.

Swap spectator gates open at 7:00 AM, and the swap ends at 5:00 PM.

Tips for Shopping the Hay Days Swap Meet

• Arrive early for the widest selection.
• Wear comfortable shoes because the swap area is large.
• Bring a backpack or wagon for smaller purchases.
• Know the exact year and model of your machine when looking for parts.
• Save the event map on your phone before arriving.

Hay Days 2026 Grass Drag Racing

Snowmobile grass drag racing remains one of the signature attractions at Hay Days. Multiple classes compete throughout the weekend, ranging from stock-based machines to highly modified race sleds.

Race times and classes can change due to weather, track conditions and event operations. Visitors interested in specific races should check the current official Hay Days racer schedule before arriving.

Hay Days 2026 Vendors & Manufacturer Displays

Hay Days gives visitors the opportunity to see products and machines from manufacturers, aftermarket companies and specialty powersports vendors in person.

Vendor areas commonly include snowmobiles, ATV and UTV products, performance parts, riding gear, tools, accessories, apparel, lighting, trailers and other powersports products.

Riders can use the official event map and vendor directory to locate specific companies before entering the grounds.

Things to Do at Hay Days 2026

Hay Days offers much more than grass drag racing. Depending on the weekend schedule, visitors can spend their time exploring:

• Snowmobile grass drag racing
• Manufacturer exhibits
• Aftermarket powersports vendors
• The Hay Days swap meet
• Freestyle powersports exhibitions
• New snowmobiles and powersports products
• Parts, accessories and riding gear
• Food and beverage vendors
• Family and spectator activities

Hay Days 2026 Parking

Parking around Hay Days is handled through areas near the event grounds, including neighboring properties. Availability and pricing can vary depending on where visitors park.

Because attendance is heavy, allow extra time for parking, walking to the gates and leaving the area at the end of the day.

Tips for Visiting Hay Days 2026

• Arrive early if you want time to see the swap meet and vendor areas.
• Save the 2026 Hay Days map before arriving.
• Wear comfortable footwear.
• Bring sunscreen and weather-appropriate clothing.
• Bring your machine's exact year, make and model when shopping for fitment-specific parts.
• Plan additional time for traffic and parking.
• Make a list of vendors you want to visit before entering the grounds.

Where Is LEDPowersport® at Hay Days 2026?

LEDPowersport® will be located at Hay Days 2026 vendor space DB2.

Visitors can stop by to see powersports LED lighting in person, ask fitment questions and learn about LED headlight options for snowmobiles, ATVs, UTVs and motorcycles.

LEDPowersport® Hay Days 2026 Giveaway

Visitors can stop by LEDPowersport® booth DB2 during Hay Days 2026 and enter our giveaway. No purchase is necessary to enter.

Enter your name and phone number at the booth. One winner will be drawn Sunday at 12:00 PM and contacted by text to return to the LEDPowersport® booth to pick up the prize.

Giveaway Prize Package

• LEDPowersport® High Power Series powersports LED headlight kit
• LEDPowersport® cooler
• LEDPowersport® sweatshirt
• LEDPowersport® T-shirt
• Branded straw hat
• LEDPowersport® lanyard
• LEDPowersport® decals

Free promotional items including sunglasses, lanyards, decals, coupons and straw hats will also be available to visitors while supplies last.

Snowmobile LED Headlights at Hay Days 2026

Hay Days is a good opportunity for riders to compare aftermarket snowmobile products in person before the riding season begins. LEDPowersport® specializes in powersports LED lighting and will have LED headlight products on display at booth DB2.

Riders researching an upgrade before or after the event can browse our snowmobile LED headlights for Polaris, Ski-Doo, Arctic Cat, Yamaha and other applications.

You can also browse our complete powersports LED headlight kits .

High Power LED Headlight Options

Riders looking for one of our highest-output lighting options can view the 130W High Power Series LED headlight bulbs .

Another available option is our 100W Series LED headlight bulbs .

Exact bulb size and electrical requirements vary by machine, so bring the exact year, make and model when visiting the LEDPowersport® booth.

Hay Days 2026 Frequently Asked Questions

When is Hay Days 2026?

Hay Days 2026 takes place Saturday, September 12 and Sunday, September 13, 2026 in North Branch, Minnesota.

What time does Hay Days 2026 open?

Hay Days 2026 gates open at 7:00 AM on Saturday and Sunday. The event grounds are scheduled to close at 7:00 PM both days.

Where is Hay Days 2026?

Hay Days 2026 is held at 38740 Oriole Avenue, North Branch, Minnesota 55056.

What time does the Hay Days swap meet close?

The Hay Days swap meet opens with the spectator gates at 7:00 AM and is currently scheduled to end at 5:00 PM.

What is Hay Days in Minnesota?

Hay Days is a large snowmobile and powersports event featuring grass drag racing, a swap meet, manufacturer exhibits, aftermarket vendors, food and entertainment.

What can you buy at the Hay Days swap meet?

Visitors can find snowmobiles, parts, riding gear, accessories, vintage items, project machines and many other powersports-related products.

Where is LEDPowersport® at Hay Days 2026?

LEDPowersport® will be located at vendor space DB2 during Hay Days 2026.

Is LEDPowersport® a vendor at Hay Days 2026?

Yes. LEDPowersport® will be exhibiting at Hay Days 2026 at booth DB2 with powersports LED headlight products, displays, fitment assistance and a booth giveaway.

Can I buy snowmobile LED headlights at Hay Days?

Yes. LEDPowersport® specializes in powersports LED headlight upgrades and will have lighting products available at Hay Days 2026 booth DB2.

Does LEDPowersport® have a Hay Days 2026 giveaway?

Yes. Visitors can enter at booth DB2 with no purchase necessary. One winner will be drawn Sunday at 12:00 PM and contacted to pick up the prize at the booth.

About LEDPowersport®

LEDPowersport® specializes in powersports LED lighting for snowmobiles, ATVs, UTVs and motorcycles.

Built by riders, for riders.

Visit LEDPowersport® at Hay Days 2026 booth DB2.

Hay Days 2026 Event Information

This independent Hay Days 2026 guide is published by LEDPowersport® for riders planning to attend the event. Event schedules, hours, policies and attractions may change.

Verify final information through the official Hay Days website before traveling.