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The 3 best days to attend the Minnesota State Fair

August 22, 2023
by Give Me The Mike with No Comment Best of MN GuidesrandoMNess
When there are nearly a quarter-million people walking around -- or worse, huddled in one spot eating corn-on-the-cob -- you could get a bit frazzled. Here are 3 days worth going.
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The most underrated foods at the Minnesota State Fair

August 22, 2023
by Give Me The Mike with 5 Comments Best of MN GuidesrandoMNess
You hear about the new Minnesota State Fair foods along with the classics, but what foods are the most underrated? Here are five you can't miss.
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10 best foods to start the 2023 Minnesota State Fair

August 13, 2023
by Give Me The Mike with One Comment Best of MN GuidesrandoMNess
This list does not include the traditional foods like the Pronto Pup, cheese curds, or Sweet Martha's cookies. However, they probably wouldn't make this list.
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9 Minnesota State Fair foods every new attendee should eat

August 13, 2023
by Give Me The Mike with 9 Comments Best of MN GuidesrandoMNess
If it's your first time attending the Minnesota State Fair, start with this list of basic, classic foods.
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9 big holiday light shows in Minnesota and Wisconsin

November 21, 2022
by Give Me The Mike with No Comment Best of MN GuidesDon't MissrandoMNess
Comparing the 9 biggest holiday light shows around Minnesota and western Wisconsin in 2022.
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2022 Minnesota Holiday Lights Display Guide

November 6, 2022
by Give Me The Mike with No Comment Best of MN GuidesDon't MissrandoMNess
Browse through an extensive guide of holiday light displays around Minnesota and western Wisconsin, powered by Sam's Christmas Village and Light Tour.
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10 foods worth eating at the 2022 Minnesota State Fair

July 30, 2022
by Give Me The Mike with 19 Comments Best of MN GuidesrandoMNess
An annual guide of the top foods you need to eat at the Great Minnesota Get Together.
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5 best holiday light displays in Minnesota

December 5, 2021
by Give Me The Mike with 13 Comments Best of MN GuidesrandoMNess
Whether you're closer to Duluth or Willmar, get recommended holiday light shows worth the trip.
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2021 Minnesota Holiday Lights Display Guide

November 17, 2021
by Give Me The Mike with No Comment Best of MN GuidesrandoMNess
Explore more than 140 holiday light shows in Minnesota and western Wisconsin, many which are free of charge.
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