13 Easy Tips for the Minnesota State Fair To Make It The Best Ever!

Before we pull out the super fluffy winter jackets and brace for winter, there is one epic event that happens in Minnesota that you MUST attend.  Obviously, I'm talking about the Minnesota State Fair.  The great Minnesota get-together is kicking off on August 22nd in the Twin Cities!  Add it to your calendar now so you are some of the first people to chow down on one of the new foods on a stick.

Before you load up the car for a fun day at the Minnesota State Fair, check out the tips below.  These are all from seasoned Minnesota State Fair attendees and a few of the tips could even save you some cash.

How many people attend the Minnesota State Fair each year?

2023 was the 6th busiest Minnesota State Fair of all time.  According to Kare11, 2023 had a total of 1,835,826 people attend.

What is the busiest day at the Minnesota State Fair?

According to the Star Tribune, throughout history, the second Saturday of the Minnesota State Fair has the highest attendance.  Second highest attendance is the second Sunday.

What tip do you have for newbies going to the Minnesota State Fair?

Is there a tip missing on the list?  Let me know by sending me a message to my Facebook page - Jessica On The Radio - or via e-mail at jessica.williams@townsquaremedia.com.

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Everything That Is New To Eat and Drink at the Minnesota State Fair

CAUTION: You will get hungry when you look at all of the photos below.  If you've ever wanted to eat something on a stick, maybe covered in delicious batter and then fried, the Minnesota State Fair is a must! Some of those foods are items or combos that you never would have dreamed of eating on a stick...but it is the Minnesota State Fair and that is what we do there.

Feel free to find your favorite food on a stick below and get ready to devour your pick at the Minnesota State Fair this year.