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10 best foods and beverages from the 2023 Minnesota State Fair

September 2, 2023

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Every year since I launched my website, I have posted a guide of my favorite foods (and sometimes, beverages) to get at the Minnesota State Fair. Here's the best of the class of 2023.

The 3 best days to attend the Minnesota State Fair

August 22, 2023

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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.

Dedicate a bench to someone who loves the Minnesota State Fair

August 22, 2023

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Benches are fully tax-deductible and you are able to choose what section of the Fairgrounds your bench will go.

The hidden grocery store at the Minnesota State Fair

August 22, 2023

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Need a couple aspirin after a Midway ride or did the deep-fried candy bar give you some heartburn? There's a place on the Minnesota State Fairgrounds that can help.

The most underrated foods at the Minnesota State Fair

August 22, 2023

by Give Me The Mike with 5 Comments Best of MN Guides randoMNess

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.

Play Minnesota State Fair Bingo with this free template

August 13, 2023

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You can play your own game of people-watching bingo at the Minnesota State Fair.

10 tips for planning a trip to the Minnesota State Fair

August 13, 2023

by Give Me The Mike with 4 Comments randoMNess

If you're looking to avoid the biggest crowds at the Minnesota State Fair, historically there are two days where you'll have better luck.

9 Minnesota State Fair foods every new attendee should eat

August 13, 2023

by Give Me The Mike with 9 Comments Best of MN Guides randoMNess

If it's your first time attending the Minnesota State Fair, start with this list of basic, classic foods.

9 big holiday light shows in Minnesota and Wisconsin

November 21, 2022

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Comparing the 9 biggest holiday light shows around Minnesota and western Wisconsin in 2022.