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.
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 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.
Tommy James and The Shondells with special guest Herman's Hermit to perform at Minnesota State Fair
Tommy James and The Shondells, with special guest Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone, are set to perform at the Minnesota State Fair’s 2026 Grandstand Concert Series.
Tommy James and The Shondells, with special guest Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone, are set to perform at the Minnesota State Fair’s 2026 Grandstand Concert Series.
Rod Stewart set to play at the Minnesota State Fair this summer
Rod Stewart, who turns 81 next month, is slated to take the stage this summer at the Minnesota State Fair as part of his "One Last Time" farewell tour.
Rod Stewart, who turns 81 next month, is slated to take the stage this summer at the Minnesota State Fair as part of his "One Last Time" farewell tour.
Things to do in Minnesota: 5 things to do this weekend (Nov. 21–23)
Get ready to dive into the holiday spirit with a weekend full of festive markets, dazzling lights, and gingerbread wonders across the Twin Cities metro area.
Get ready to dive into the holiday spirit with a weekend full of festive markets, dazzling lights, and gingerbread wonders across the Twin Cities metro area.
Things to do in Minnesota: 5 things to do this weekend (Oct. 10-12)
From vibrant art fairs and comic book conventions to a festive fall celebration, there are plenty of things to do in Minnesota this weekend.
From vibrant art fairs and comic book conventions to a festive fall celebration, there are plenty of things to do in Minnesota this weekend.
Les Bolstad Golf Course: Falcon Heights residents discuss its future
Golfers are running out of time at the University of Minnesota’s Les Bolstad Golf Course, but for neighbors in Falcon Heights, the course’s closure is just the beginning of a much larger conversation.
Golfers are running out of time at the University of Minnesota’s Les Bolstad Golf Course, but for neighbors in Falcon Heights, the course’s closure is just the beginning of a much larger conversation.
Things to do in Minnesota: 6 things to do this weekend (Sept. 19–21)
From anime conventions to food festivals, there's plenty of things to do this weekend in Minnesota.
From anime conventions to food festivals, there's plenty of things to do this weekend in Minnesota.
Minnesota State Fair attendance falls shy of record, most attended since 2019
The numbers are out, and the Minnesota State Fair fell just shy of setting an overall attendance record.
The numbers are out, and the Minnesota State Fair fell just shy of setting an overall attendance record.
At 87 years old, State Fair ticket-taker keeps family tradition alive
Diane Juvland, at 87 years old, is in her 27th year working as a ticket-taker at the Minnesota State Fair.
Diane Juvland, at 87 years old, is in her 27th year working as a ticket-taker at the Minnesota State Fair.
Minnesota State Fair sets first attendance record for 2025 on Monday
The Minnesota State Fair reached its first record-breaking attendance of the year on Monday, with 145,022 people.
The Minnesota State Fair reached its first record-breaking attendance of the year on Monday, with 145,022 people.
Minnesota State Fair: Saturday the busiest day of 2025 so far
The Minnesota State Fair saw more people on its third day than on the previous days in 2025.
The Minnesota State Fair saw more people on its third day than on the previous days in 2025.
Minnesota State Fair: Attendance steady on Day 2, no records broken yet
The Minnesota State Fair had fewer visitors on its second day this year compared to the past couple of years.
The Minnesota State Fair had fewer visitors on its second day this year compared to the past couple of years.
4-H Day at the Minnesota State Fair
FOX 9's Jared Piepenburg spoke live with 4-H students at the Minnesota State Fair.
FOX 9's Jared Piepenburg spoke live with 4-H students at the Minnesota State Fair.
Junior reporters at the Minnesota State Fair
FOX 9's junior reporters hit the Minnesota State Fair to check out different food options among other festivities.
FOX 9's junior reporters hit the Minnesota State Fair to check out different food options among other festivities.
Minnesota State Fair: 4-H animals prepare for livestock show
FOX 9's Shayne Wells spoke with 4-H students who are helping their livestock get ready to be shown at the Minnesota State Fair.
FOX 9's Shayne Wells spoke with 4-H students who are helping their livestock get ready to be shown at the Minnesota State Fair.
Minnesota State Fair: Day 2 outlook
The second day of the Minnesota State Fair is kicking off with Smokey Bear at the DNR stage, Blue Ribbon Bingo at Ramberg Center and Meghan Trainor performing at the Grandstand tonight.
The second day of the Minnesota State Fair is kicking off with Smokey Bear at the DNR stage, Blue Ribbon Bingo at Ramberg Center and Meghan Trainor performing at the Grandstand tonight.
Minnesota State Fair vendors and organizers prepare for first day
Around the Minnesota State Fair grounds on Wednesday, vendors made their final preparations for another exciting year in Falcon Heights.
Around the Minnesota State Fair grounds on Wednesday, vendors made their final preparations for another exciting year in Falcon Heights.
Final preparations underway for the MN State Fair
FOX 9's Babs Santos has the latest on how vendors are preparing for the great Minnesota get-together.
FOX 9's Babs Santos has the latest on how vendors are preparing for the great Minnesota get-together.