Midwestern state fairs dominate best fair food rankings
The Midwest is home to state fairs with the best food, with fairs in Minnesota, Wisconsin and Iowa claiming the top spots on Yelp's fair food ranking.
The Midwest is home to state fairs with the best food, with fairs in Minnesota, Wisconsin and Iowa claiming the top spots on Yelp's fair food ranking.
Homecoming: A celebration of The Minneapolis Sound
FOX 9's Lauren Andrego sat down with music legends Terry Lewis and Jimmy Jam to learn more about their show at the Minneapolis State Fair Grandstand on Aug. 29
FOX 9's Lauren Andrego sat down with music legends Terry Lewis and Jimmy Jam to learn more about their show at the Minneapolis State Fair Grandstand on Aug. 29
Ramsey County files lawsuit to block two gangs from Minnesota State Fair
Ramsey County and the Minnesota Attorney General are asking the court to block two rival gangs from engaging in "gang activity" at the Minnesota State Fair.
Ramsey County and the Minnesota Attorney General are asking the court to block two rival gangs from engaging in "gang activity" at the Minnesota State Fair.
Highway 280 set to reopen in time for the Minnesota State Fair
Highway 280 is set to reopen in time for the Minnesota State Fair, giving drivers another route near the busy fairgrounds.
Highway 280 is set to reopen in time for the Minnesota State Fair, giving drivers another route near the busy fairgrounds.
Minnesota State Fair tops Yelp's national list for best in the US
The Minnesota State Fair is getting national attention, earning the top spot on Yelp’s list of best state fairs in the U.S.
The Minnesota State Fair is getting national attention, earning the top spot on Yelp’s list of best state fairs in the U.S.
What's new at 2026 Minnesota State Fair: Massive Ferris wheel headlines new attractions
The 2026 Minnesota State Fair introduces the America Wheel, a 230-foot-tall observation wheel featuring 45 gondolas, among other new attractions this year.
The 2026 Minnesota State Fair introduces the America Wheel, a 230-foot-tall observation wheel featuring 45 gondolas, among other new attractions this year.
Enough said: Lebron James makes a decision, Lynx on top State Fair plans
Enough Said hosts discuss Lebron James making a decision on his future, the current state of the Lynx and Twins, and upcoming plans for the Minnesota State Fair.
Enough Said hosts discuss Lebron James making a decision on his future, the current state of the Lynx and Twins, and upcoming plans for the Minnesota State Fair.
Minnesota State Fair hiring 3K workers during job fair on July 22
The Minnesota State Fair is looking for thousands of workers and is hosting a Job Fair to help fill positions for the 2026 Great Minnesota Get-Together.
The Minnesota State Fair is looking for thousands of workers and is hosting a Job Fair to help fill positions for the 2026 Great Minnesota Get-Together.
Minnesota State Fair new beers, drinks for 2026
The Minnesota State Fair announced 75 new specialty beers and drinks exclusive to this year's event.
The Minnesota State Fair announced 75 new specialty beers and drinks exclusive to this year's event.
Minnesota State Fair's new foods for 2026: Photos
The Minnesota State Fair unveiled its official list of new foods and food vendors for the 2026 Great Minnesota Get-Together.
The Minnesota State Fair unveiled its official list of new foods and food vendors for the 2026 Great Minnesota Get-Together.
Minnesota State Fair: Meet the 9 new food vendors for 2026
The Minnesota State Fair announced there will be nine new food vendors serving up food and drinks to fairgoers in 2026.
The Minnesota State Fair announced there will be nine new food vendors serving up food and drinks to fairgoers in 2026.
Minnesota State Fair 2026: CeCe Winans closes Grandstand on Labor Day
One of gospel music’s biggest stars will wrap up the Minnesota State Fair’s Grandstand series in 2026 with a special Labor Day performance.
One of gospel music’s biggest stars will wrap up the Minnesota State Fair’s Grandstand series in 2026 with a special Labor Day performance.
Minnesota State Fair 2026 free acts to feature Vertical Horizon, Sugarhill Gang
Minnesota State Fair organizers have announced its free stage entertainment lineups for 2026, featuring more than 100 acts including Vertical Horizon, Sugarhill Gang and more.
Minnesota State Fair organizers have announced its free stage entertainment lineups for 2026, featuring more than 100 acts including Vertical Horizon, Sugarhill Gang and more.
Minnesota State Fair 2026: Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis announce ‘homecoming’ grandstand show
Music legends Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis are returning home for a star-studded celebration of the “Minneapolis Sound" at the Minnesota State Fair.
Music legends Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis are returning home for a star-studded celebration of the “Minneapolis Sound" at the Minnesota State Fair.
Minnesota State Fair’s historic 4-H building set for renovation as part of $35M project
A $35 million campaign is underway to renovate the historic 4-H Building at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds and expand 4-H programs statewide.
A $35 million campaign is underway to renovate the historic 4-H Building at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds and expand 4-H programs statewide.
Minnesota State Fair: AJR, Quinn XCII to headline Sept. 2 Grandstand show
The Minnesota State Fair is bringing AJR, Quinn XCII and Avery Cochrane to the Great Minnesota Get-Together as the latest addition to its Grandstand stage series.
The Minnesota State Fair is bringing AJR, Quinn XCII and Avery Cochrane to the Great Minnesota Get-Together as the latest addition to its Grandstand stage series.
Minnesota State Fair 2026: Brad Paisley set for Sept. 3 grandstand show
Brad Paisley will play the Minnesota State Fair grandstand on Thursday, Sept. 3. The last time he played the Great Minnesota Get-Together a young rising star named Taylor Swift opened for him.
Brad Paisley will play the Minnesota State Fair grandstand on Thursday, Sept. 3. The last time he played the Great Minnesota Get-Together a young rising star named Taylor Swift opened for him.
Kickoff to Summer at the Fair features new foods, attractions
The Minnesota State Fair’s Kickoff to Summer at the Fair event is back for its sixth year, promising new attractions and classic fair fun for all.
The Minnesota State Fair’s Kickoff to Summer at the Fair event is back for its sixth year, promising new attractions and classic fair fun for all.
TLC, Salt-N-Pepa, En Vogue coming to MN State Fair
TLC, Salt-N-Pepa and En Vogue are the latest acts to be announced for the 2026 Grandstand Concert Series at the Minnesota State Fair.
TLC, Salt-N-Pepa and En Vogue are the latest acts to be announced for the 2026 Grandstand Concert Series at the Minnesota State Fair.
Minnesota State Fair memorabilia surplus auction now taking bids
If you’ve ever wanted to own a piece of the Great Minnesota Get-Together, your chance is now as State Fair officials auction off surplus memorabilia items.
If you’ve ever wanted to own a piece of the Great Minnesota Get-Together, your chance is now as State Fair officials auction off surplus memorabilia items.