Minnesota State Fair 2025: Must-Know Tips Before You Go

I know that close to 2 million people went to the Minnesota State Fair last year. 2023 had over 1.8 million people go through the tickets gates before they too splurged on a bucket of Sweet Martha's Cookies.

If the Minnesota State Fair is on your own bucket list this year, check out the tips below before you make the drive this year for a full day of fun.

Top Tips From Anyone Going to the Minnesota State Fair This Year

The Minnesota State Fair kicks off on Thursday, August 21st and goes until Labor Day in 2025...and before you make the trek to the Great Minnesota Get Together, check out the tips below from seasoned fair goers. *your body and wallet will thank you if you do*

Tips for newbies that are going to the Minnesota State Fair

If you've never been to the Minnesota State Fair and are thinking THIS is the year you are going to test out the fair foods for the first time, check out these tips from seasoned fairgoers!

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How Do I Find Out What The Activities Are Each Day At The Minnesota State Fair?

If you haven't had a chance to take a look at the Minnesota State Fair website, it is full of info. They have parking info, details on all of the Grandstand events, and also a list of the activities each day. Just pick the day you are planning on attending and it will pull up everything you need to know.

What Day Has The Biggest Attendance at the Minnesota State Fair?

If you are wanting to avoid the biggest crowds at the Minnesota State Fair, there are two specific days that you may want to skip. According to the Star Tribune, the second Saturday of the fair has had the highest attendance throughout its history. The next big day to avoid is the second Sunday.

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Is It True That People Take Their Underwear Off At The Minnesota State Fair?

This morning at work, someone asked if people still take their underwear off and go commando at the fair. I've never been to the Minnesota State Fair so this was a first for me, and I'm sure the look on my face showed how shocked I was at this...because why?! After that conversation though, Troy Dunken on 106.9 KROC did some research and got the answer to this odd question about the Great Minnesota Get Together.