The iconic Diana Ross will entertain audiences at this year’s State Fair, it was announced last week.
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Get vaccinated at the Minnesota State Fair
The Minnesota Department of Health, Saint Paul – Ramsey County Public Health and Homeland Health are offering the vaccine to all eligible State Fair-goers.
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Join in Mental Health Awareness Day at the State Fair
The event, which features about 60 mental health organizations from across the state, is an opportunity for all Minnesotans to raise awareness about mental health.
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Minnesota State Fair to host encore Fall Food Parade
The parade will once again be a drive-thru experience featuring 16 vendors and a chance to get your State Fair food fix while supporting the Great Minnesota Get-Together.
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2020 MN State Fair is canceled due to coronavirus concerns
The Minnesota State Fair is canceled this year due to coronavirus health risks.
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Some helpful options while at the State Fair
The Minnesota State Fair runs now through Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 3. The State Fair Education Building is open from 9 am to 9 pm daily during the fair. Reduced $9 admission for adults over 65 is available on Seniors Days, Aug. 27 and Aug. 30.Â
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Earth, Wind & Fire with special guest Sinbad coming to Minnesota State Fair
It was announced today that legendary R & B group, Earth, Wind & Fire with special guest Sinbad have been added to this year’s Minnesota State Fair entertainment lineup. The Hall of Fame and nine-time Grammy award-winning group will appear on the Grandstand August 26 at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $39-49 and go on sale […]
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PHOTO | MN State Fair Fun
On August 26, Minnesota State Fair attendees dressed in purple and danced to Prince music for “Unite in Purple” — a day set aside to tribute the late Prince. From cover bands to purple root beer floats, the fairgrounds celebrated Minnesota’s favorite son. Below, attendees dance to Prince outside of the KMOJ tent.
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PHOTOS | Charlie Wilson thrills with energetic and stirring show at MN State Fair
Charlie Wilson and special guest Fantasia gave concertgoers their money’s worth at the Minnesota State Fair Grandstand, Friday August 26. On a day the Minnesota State Fair encouraged attendees to “Unite in Purple” to celebrate the late great Prince, both performers managed to pay homage, while highlighting their own singular gifts. One couldn’t help but think […]
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2016 Minnesota State Fair: new food, attractions and purple fun
Believe it or not, the Great Minnesota Get-Together is upon us again! From Thursday, Aug. 25 through Labor Day, Sept. 5, featuring dozens of new attractions, exhibits, entertainment and more. Thirty-two new foods will make their debut this year, including Gumbo Frites, Candied Bacon Donut Siders, Barbecued Shrimp Taco, and Cajun Peel-N-Eat Shrimp, to name a […]
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‘Charlie, Last Name Wilson’ — a legend with plenty more to say
The lead singer of the Gap Band, Charlie Wilson, has experienced many highs and lows in the music industry throughout the years. From having numerous number-one Billboard hits with the Gap Band, to being homeless, overcoming a drug addiction, surviving prostate cancer, rebuilding his solo career, and becoming a number-one best-selling author, Wilson has proven that […]