The fair's management and dozens of vendors increasingly are providing opportunities to recycle, compost and reuse. The rate of consumer participation is rising at double the growth of garbage.
The University of Minnesota has unveiled a new research building where fairgoers can volunteer to participate in studies on anything from dentistry to memory loss.
Like dudes at the midway arcade games yelling out challenges to passersby, both opening act Daughtry and Nickelback made it seem like their biggest job of the night was to sell loads and loads of alcohol.
Star Tribune reporter Jennifer Brooks looks to have loads of fun today on a shoestring budget. Do you think she can do it? Share your tips for her in our live blog.
Minnesota State Fair planners had the sportsman and sportswoman in mind when they settled on dates for the annual get-together. Here are a dozen ways to get your fix.
Opportunities for families include learning about fire-safe behavior, fire prevention, safe escape from a fire, proper use of a fire extinguisher and how to prepare for an emergency.
Overwhelmed yet? Don't be. We've got the inside scoop. We asked experienced fairgoers for their tips on getting the most out of the Great Minnesota Get-Together.
The lines are forming outside the front gate of the Minnesota State Fair and traffic is starting to pick up on streets in the vicinity of the fairgrounds.
Coverage of the annual Minnesota State Fair. including food reviews, grandstand concert performances, full daily schedules, live video and a fairground map.