The MN State Fair Is Almost Here: Two Easy Ways To Save Money Before You Go
Planning to attend the Minnesota State Fair this year? Here are two easy ways to save money on tickets, food, rides and more before the event even begins.
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11 Food Vendors Not Returning To The Minnesota State Fair
A beloved Caribbean legend, a fan-favorite lobster roll, a Norwegian taco and a 130-year-old soda are among the 11 food vendors stepping away from the 2026 Minnesota State Fair. Here's the full list of who won't be back this year, and why.
Bemidji In Running For Merriest Christmas Town In The USA
The Hallmark Channel is letting the public decide which town deserves the Merriest Christmas Town title, and Bemidji made the cut.
Thursday Night Lakes Jam Headliner Announced, Chase Matthew
Chase Matthew is kicking off Lakes Jam 2027 on Thursday night, and the Brainerd crowd is going to have a lot to look forward to that weekend.
Lakes Jam Lands Rising Country Star Max McNown for 2027
Lakes Jam 2027 already has two big names locked in, and there are more artist announcements still coming for the Brainerd event.
What’s Allowed In, What’s Not At Minnesota’s New Mystic Lake Amphitheater
The new Mystic Lake Amphitheater in Shakopee still has several shows scheduled this year, and into 2027. Here are the chair and bag policies, and everything that you're not allowed to bring through the entry gate.
Minnesota’s WE Fest: Items Now Prohibited, Campground Rules, Daily Lineups
WE Fest 2026 hits Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, August 5-8 with Lainey Wilson, Thomas Rhett and Brooks & Dunn. Before you pack the cooler, here's what's prohibited at the gate and in the campgrounds — plus the full main stage schedule.
Here Comes The Sun...Flowers: Isanti Field To Open Next Weekend
Something about standing in the middle of a sunflower field just hits different — and there's a whole trail of them waiting about an hour from St. Cloud.
The Minnesota State Fair Just Earned Another No. 1 Ranking
Sweet Martha's cookies, giant buckets of fries and more deep-fried everything than you can count — turns out the rest of the country noticed.
Popular Vintage Event Ends After 4 Years & Thousands Of Visitors
It was one of those fall events that just felt like Anoka — antiques, classic cars, live music, and the smell of October in the air. Now it's on pause, at least for now.
The Items Now Banned From The 2026 Minnesota State Fair
The 2026 Minnesota State Fair runs Aug. 27 through Sept. 7, and there are some things you simply can't bring through the gates. Here's the full list of what's banned on the grounds and the extra items forbidden inside the Grandstand.
Two Swings At Three Tee's For Night Golfing This Week In Sartell
One night is for the whole family, the next one's got a distillery sampling thrown in — Three Tees in Sartell is doing glow golf two nights in a row.