State Fair

The 2024 Minnesota State Fair runs Aug. 22 to Sept. 2. For all of the events at the MPR booth and Dan Patch Park, go to mpr.org/statefair.

August 17, 2023 4:42 PM

Minnesota State Fair will have more cops, cameras and horses

The addition of more cameras, metal detectors, coordination with other agencies are part of a wide-ranging response to public safety challenges on and off the fairgrounds in recent years.

by Tim Nelson

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August 14, 2023 4:00 AM

Minnesota State Fair 101: Your guide to the Great Minnesota Get-Together for 2023

The Minnesota State Fair starts Thursday. If you’re new to the fair or a seasoned pro, here’s a look at what you need to know for this year.

by Nicole Johnson

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August 12, 2023 8:00 AM

Iconic fried pickles vendor is set to debut new building at Minnesota State Fair

What started in 1997 as a small operation between friends has grown to be a fan favorite at the Minnesota State Fair.

by Sam Stroozas

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August 1, 2023 11:22 AM

Fresh brews: 65 new beverages will premiere at Minnesota State Fair

The Minnesota State Fair announced Tuesday that 65 new beverages from well known breweries from around the state will be coming to the Great Minnesota Get-Together.

by Matt Mikus

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July 25, 2023 9:35 AM

Minnesota State Fair announces new attractions, events, upgrades for this year

Minnesota State Fair organizers have announced a slate of new attractions, improvements and upgrades for the 2023 fair — including a special morning session on the Mighty Midway and Kidway, aimed at visitors with sensory sensitivities.

by Tim Nelson and Andrew Krueger

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July 21, 2023 4:00 AM

Think you have talent? You could win $10,000 at the Minnesota State Fair

The Minnesota State Fair celebrates its 50th amateur talent show this year, featuring various prize categories with nightly awards. Registration closes 4 p.m. Wednesday, July 26.

by Feven Gerezgiher

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July 13, 2023 12:40 PM

No marijuana, more security: 5 things to know for the 2023 Minnesota State Fair

Fair CEO Renee Alexander spoke with MPR News about staffing, security, marijuana and new foods ahead of the 2023 Minnesota State Fair.

by Dana Ferguson

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July 11, 2023 7:12 AM

Sweet, savory, strange: Minnesota State Fair unveils new foods list for 2023

Pickle lemonade, crispy lutefisk steam buns, walleye fritter pops: They're all among the nearly three dozen new food offerings unveiled by the Minnesota State Fair on Tuesday.

by Andrew Krueger

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July 9, 2023 8:00 AM

Get your tickets! These Minnesota State Fair concerts are almost sold out

The Chicks, Keith Urban and Jonas Brothers are among the packed Minnesota State Fair Grandstand Stage concert line-up.

by Feven Gerezgiher

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July 6, 2023 4:24 PM

Say goodbye to key lime — the 2023 malt flavor of the Minnesota State Fair is cherry

Dairy producers at the Minnesota State Fair say this year's signature malt flavor will be “Cheers for Cherries.”

by MPR News Staff

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