Minnesota State Fair attendance remains high into midweek
With milder temperatures before a weekend heatwave, attendance for the Minnesota State Fair has remained strong so far.
With milder temperatures before a weekend heatwave, attendance for the Minnesota State Fair has remained strong so far.
Tom Butler helps ETC Kids with a performance at the State Fair
Wednesday marked Theater Day at the Minnesota State Fair. The kids from ETC Productions have been performing their version of Madagascar : A Musical Adventure Jr. all summer long. They stopped by the Fox 9 Booth at the Fair to show off their singing, dancing and kazoo skills.
Wednesday marked Theater Day at the Minnesota State Fair. The kids from ETC Productions have been performing their version of Madagascar : A Musical Adventure Jr. all summer long. They stopped by the Fox 9 Booth at the Fair to show off their singing, dancing and kazoo skills.
A look inside Sweet Martha?s garden oasis
Sweet Martha?s cookies are always a hit at the Minnesota State Fair, with some of the longest lines of any vendors at multiple locations. Martha Rossini Olson takes time out of her busy schedule to tell the FOX 9 crew about another passion ? her garden.
Sweet Martha?s cookies are always a hit at the Minnesota State Fair, with some of the longest lines of any vendors at multiple locations. Martha Rossini Olson takes time out of her busy schedule to tell the FOX 9 crew about another passion ? her garden.
The Jason Show: Aug. 30, 2023
The Jason Show: Aug. 30, 2023
The Jason Show: Aug. 30, 2023
Minnesota State Fair Ian Leonard singalong
To cap the sixth day of the Minnesota State Fair, FOX 9 Chief Meteorologist Ian Leonard serenades Mancini?s with a rendition of a Minnesota classic.
To cap the sixth day of the Minnesota State Fair, FOX 9 Chief Meteorologist Ian Leonard serenades Mancini?s with a rendition of a Minnesota classic.
Josh Duhamel visits Minnesota State Fair
Many activities and events can be found at the Minnesota State Fair, with a few sightings of celebrities as well. Actor Josh Duhamel was spotted Tuesday at the Great Minnesota Get-Together.
Many activities and events can be found at the Minnesota State Fair, with a few sightings of celebrities as well. Actor Josh Duhamel was spotted Tuesday at the Great Minnesota Get-Together.
Minnesota State Fair vet gifted car
During Veteran’s Day at the Minnesota State Fair one fortunate veteran was gifted a car through the Military Warriors Support Foundation.
During Veteran’s Day at the Minnesota State Fair one fortunate veteran was gifted a car through the Military Warriors Support Foundation.
Minnesota State Fair: DNR fishpond
Every year one of the most popular stops at the Minnesota State Fair is the fishpond at the Department of Natural Resources (DNR). FOX 9 anchors discuss the exhibit, and the other offerings the DNR provides throughout the state.
Every year one of the most popular stops at the Minnesota State Fair is the fishpond at the Department of Natural Resources (DNR). FOX 9 anchors discuss the exhibit, and the other offerings the DNR provides throughout the state.
Blue ribbon vegetables at MN State Fair
FOX 9 Garden Guy Dale K checks out the blue ribbon-winning produce at the Minnesota State Fair.
FOX 9 Garden Guy Dale K checks out the blue ribbon-winning produce at the Minnesota State Fair.
He's 95 years old and has never missed a Minnesota State Fair
For many Minnesotans, attending the Minnesota State Fair is an annual tradition, a point of pride, and a highlight of the summer.
For many Minnesotans, attending the Minnesota State Fair is an annual tradition, a point of pride, and a highlight of the summer.
Age 95 and has never missed a MN State Fair
Ralph Cornelius is 95 years old and has never missed the Minnesota State Fair.
Ralph Cornelius is 95 years old and has never missed the Minnesota State Fair.
Skyride Karaoke with Jerry O'Connell
Actor and Pictionary host Jerry O'Connell joined Amy Hockert for a performance in the sky.
Actor and Pictionary host Jerry O'Connell joined Amy Hockert for a performance in the sky.
MN State Fair: Ian dances at Andy's Grill
Ian Leonard joined the dancers at Andy's Grill at the Minnesota State Fair.
Ian Leonard joined the dancers at Andy's Grill at the Minnesota State Fair.
Ian Leonard learns the sport of pig walking
FOX 9 Chief Meteorologist Ian Leonard tried out a new skill at the Minnesota State Fair.
FOX 9 Chief Meteorologist Ian Leonard tried out a new skill at the Minnesota State Fair.
The history of the Minnesota State Fair
While at the Minnesota State Fair, you'll have a chance to learn some Minnesota history.
While at the Minnesota State Fair, you'll have a chance to learn some Minnesota history.
Junior reporters visit naturalization ceremony
FOX 9's junior reporters Babacar and Adira, a brother and sister team, take us to a naturalization ceremony at the Minnesota State Fair.
FOX 9's junior reporters Babacar and Adira, a brother and sister team, take us to a naturalization ceremony at the Minnesota State Fair.
80 people become US citizens in ceremony at Minnesota State Fair
Eighty people from across the world officially became U.S. citizens at the Minnesota State Fair on Monday.
Eighty people from across the world officially became U.S. citizens at the Minnesota State Fair on Monday.
Minnesota State Fair sees second-highest attendance for opening weekend
After setting an attendance record on Friday, the Minnesota State Fair saw its second-highest attendance for an opening weekend this year.
After setting an attendance record on Friday, the Minnesota State Fair saw its second-highest attendance for an opening weekend this year.
Junior crop artist shines at the MN State Fair
For the past two years, Claire Daman has been the reigning Junior Crop Artist for her age group. The teen from Edina discovered her knack for the craft a few years back and since then, her love for crop art has grown. She gives us a behind-the-scenes look at how this year's piece came together.
For the past two years, Claire Daman has been the reigning Junior Crop Artist for her age group. The teen from Edina discovered her knack for the craft a few years back and since then, her love for crop art has grown. She gives us a behind-the-scenes look at how this year's piece came together.
New State Fair food: Crispy Lutefisk Steam Bun
A popular new food at the Minnesota State Fair is the Crispy Lutefisk Steam Bun.
A popular new food at the Minnesota State Fair is the Crispy Lutefisk Steam Bun.



















