Minnesota State Fair records 1.3M attendance, lowest turnout since 1977
The Minnesota State Fair recorded just over 1.3 million guests this year, marking the lowest attendance numbers in 44 years.
Creativity shines at llama and alpaca costume contest at Minnesota State Fair
At the Minnesota State Fair, 4-Hers and their llamas and alpacas go head-to-head in a costume competition that's focused on showmanship and having fun.
Long-time Minnesota State Fair butter sculptor honored as she retires after 50 years of work
The Minnesota State Fair is saying goodbye to a fair institution as Linda Christensen, the artist who created more than 550 Princess Kay butter sculptures over the past 50 years, heads into retirement.
Minnesota State Fair sees lowest single-day attendance number in 20 years
Day 1 got off to a slow start as heavy rain and COVID-19 concerns led to the lowest single-day attendance at the fair in at least 20 years.
The Minnesota State Fair is back: What you need to know
The gates are open for the 2021 Minnesota State Fair. Here's everything you need to know if you're planning to attend.
68th Princess Kay of the Milky Way crowned
The Minnesota State Fair has its new Princess Kay of the Milky Way.
No guns allowed at Minnesota State Fair, judge rules
People with carry permits will not be able to bring their guns into the Minnesota State Fair, according to a ruling handed down by a Ramsey County District Court judge Wednesday.
Minnesota State Fair kickoff: Vendors excited for fair start despite COVID-19 trepidations
As they make their final preparations, vendors say they are happy and excited to be back at the Minnesota State Fair, despite the worries the recent surge in delta variant COVID-19 cases has caused.
Judge promises quick ruling on guns at Minnesota State Fair
A judge on Thursday promised a quick ruling on whether people with permits to carry firearms can bring their guns into the Minnesota State Fair, which opens in one week.
Minnesota State Fair losing 150-200 vendors this year
Minnesota State Fair organizers say it’s typical for some vendors to choose not to return, but this year that amount has doubled compared to previous years.
Running community mourns death of Abby Anderson, sister of 'Gabe' Grunewald
The running community is mourning the loss of a woman fatally struck by a pickup truck in Falcon Heights over the weekend.
Memorial grows at crash site for Abigail Anderson, sister of late track star
A pedestrian has died after being struck by a vehicle over the weekend in Falcon Heights, according to the Ramsey County Sheriff's Office.
Gun owner's group sues Minnesota State Fair to allow permit holders to carry guns
A gun owner’s group is suing to allow permit holders to carry handguns on the fairgrounds during this year’s Minnesota State Fair.
Minnesota State Fair considering mandating masks indoors
Organizers of the Minnesota State Fair say they are considering mandating masks inside buildings at the fairgrounds this summer, but they have not made any decisions yet.
Community remembers Philando Castile on anniversary of his death
For the past three years, the city of Falcon Heights has honored Philando Castile's memory by proclaiming July 6 as Restoration Day and July 7 as a day for unity.
Minnesota State Fair unveils new fair foods for 2021
The Minnesota State Fair released its list of 26 new fair foods and four new food vendors that will be at this year's Great Minnesota Get-Together.
Minnesota State Fair officially returning this summer, no daily attendance limit
The Minnesota State Fair is officially back this summer after being canceled last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Minnesota State Fair announces 5-day walk-through event over Memorial Day weekend
Missing the Great Minnesota Get-Together? You could get a preview later this month.
Walz: Minnesota State Fair should be 'pretty close' to normal
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz says the Minnesota State Fair should be "pretty close" to normal this year as long as current COVID-19 projections continue.
Minnesota State Fairgrounds to serve as COVID-19 vaccination site
The Minnesota State Fairgrounds will serve as a federally-supported COVID-19 mass vaccination site, state and federal officials announced Monday.