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your ultimate state fair guide

As the million-plus people who attend each year can attest, summer isn’t officially over without a trip — or three — to the Minnesota State Fair. The highly anticipated event takes over the State Fairgrounds in St. Paul for 12 days every August through Labor Day.

 

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how many of these iconic state fair things have you done?

With nearly 500 food items, 30 carnival rides, and more than 900 free performances, there's plenty to keep you busy throughout the Minnesota State Fair. We’ve got 25 must-dos for your fair trip! 

 

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two people walk the Fair parade on stilts. One is wearing a blue butterfly outfit, the other is in a purple cape.





the more the merrier

From the Kidway to the Cattle Barn to Sweet Martha’s Cookies, we’ve collected many of the fair's family-friendliest attractions, activities and foods. Start a cherished end-of-summer tradition (without the stress).

 

*BRING THE KIDS ALONG*






underrated fair spots too good to keep secret

BY RACHEL UNDERBAKKE, STATE FAIR SUPER FAN

My earliest memory of the Great Minnesota Get-Together was eating a Pronto Pup with my dad and hitting the Midway around the age of 5. Fast forward, and moving out of state after college hasn't stopped me from flying home every August for the past 11 years to attend the Minnesota State Fair.

 

The foods on a stick, lumberjack shows, and endless “opes!” bring me back to my roots every year. In anticipation of the Fair's Opening Day, I'm sharing what I think are its best-kept secrets.

 

On a sunny day, people are walking up and down the long ramp leading to the Grand Stand. [ [link removed] ]

grand stand demonstrations

Have you ever wanted to buy a hot tub and a blender in the same shopping trip? The Grand Stand has you covered! While the Grand Stand is most known for the nightly concerts, inside the 2-story building are rows and rows of vendors and State Fair sales. Don't miss out on the time-honored demos for cookware, food processors, and the rug cleaner that can get out even the toughest messes (allegedly). 

 

large crowds walking through the arches leading to the International Bazaar stage. [ [link removed] ]

international bazaar

While the fair is most known for its deep-fried food on a stick, the International Bazaar is a wonderful way to experience a vast range of food from many different cultures. Shop the wide selection of vendors, listen to some live music and shop unique goods. 

 

KDWB signage hangs from a long, narrow white building with viewing areas of the dj booth in a front bay-window room. [ [link removed] ]

radio stations

Every local radio station attends the fair and most, if not all of them, live broadcast from there. KDWB, KS95, MPR, the list goes on and on. Hit up some of the radio stations to enter into Fair-only drawings, get some free giveaways and meet your favorite radio DJs. 

 

groups of people under red and white umbrella tables in front of the aluminum-sided Hangar building. [ [link removed] ]

the hangar

Home to unique drinks and live music. The hangar has changed a few times over the past decade but it has become one of my favorite spots for an adult beverage in the evening. It has rows and rows of open seating, a rarity at the fair, and is fully covered so it is great if you need to get out of the heat and enjoy a drink and some music.

 

 

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the ultimate food crawl

TRAVEL ITINERARY





two friends at the State Fair. One is holding a Mike's Hard Lemonade Slushie and a paper to-go box, the other is biting into a bao bun. [ [link removed] ]



follow in the footsteps of two food fanatics and their minnesota dream trip





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fun fact corner

FOR THE MINNESOTA TRIVIA FANATIC

 

ye old mill, which began operating in 1915, is the oldest amusement at the fairgrounds.

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"from top to bottom: Midway at the Minnesota State Fair in St. Paul, photo by Paul Vincent  |  Ferris wheel at the Minnesota State Fair in St. Paul, photo by Lane Pelovsky  |  Parade at the Minnesota State Fair in St. Paul, photo by Andrew Parks  |  Grand Stand building, photo by the Minnesota State Fair  |  International Bazaar, photo by the Minnesota State Fair  |  KDWB radio booth, photo by the Minnesota State Fair  |  Hangar building, photo by Hangar MN  |  Food stands at the Minnesota State Fair in St. Paul, photo by Paul Vincent"






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