Things to do in Minnesota: 5 things to do for Labor Day weekend (Sept. 4-7)
MN State Fair foods: The best tacos at the fair
It's Taco Tuesday at the Minnesota State Fair and Tom Butler has to seek out the best tacos at the Great Minnesota Get-Together. On Tuesday, he stopped by the El Burrito Mercado booth to try their new taco de mole.
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - From the Minnesota State Fair to a dog-friendly day at the Renaissance Festival, there are plenty of ways to enjoy the unofficial end of summer this Labor Day weekend.
Minnesota State Fair
- Aug. 27–Sept. 7
- Minnesota State Fairgrounds, Falcon Heights
- Ticketed event, more information here
The Great Minnesota Get-Together is underway at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds. Sample one of 36 new foods or 75 specialty drinks, browse the crop art and local vendors, visit the animal barns, or explore the new ultimate dinosaurs exhibit at the 2026 Minnesota State Fair.
Woofstock at Renaissance Festival
- Sept. 5–7
- Festival grounds, Shakopee
- Ticketed event, more information here
Bring your four-legged friends to Woofstock at the Minnesota Renaissance Festival for pet-friendly fun, themed contests and treats for both humans and hounds. The event includes a dog trick show, peanut butter-licking contest, the Doggie Dash and more.
Native American Music and Arts Festival
- Sept. 6, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
- Mille Lacs Indian Museum and Trading Post, Onamia
- Free to attend, more information here
Spend the day enjoying music, art and Indigenous food at the Native American Music and Arts Festival. The day will feature over two dozen artists and demonstrators showing their work, along with live performances from musicians.
Beyblade X Grand Prix tournament
- Sept. 5, from 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
- Mall of America, Bloomington
- Free to attend, more information here
Watch top competitors battle spinning tops for a chance to become U.S. National Champions and earn a spot at the world finals in Bangkok. Whether you’re a fan or a competitor, it’s a high-energy event for all ages.
Duluth—Superior Pride Festival
- Sept. 3-6
- Bayfront Festival Park, Duluth
- Free to attend, more information here
Celebrate 40 years of Pride in the Twin Ports during the annual Duluth-Superior Pride Festival. The festival on Saturday features hundreds of vendors, food trucks, information booths, shopping and live entertainment. The celebration continues Sunday with a parade on Tower Avenue in Superior.