Now that it is basically August, it is probably safe to say fair season is here, right? I cannot wait for the Minnesota State Fair this year! I didn't get to go last year and really wanted to so I am even more excited than usual this year.

We all know that the Minnesota State Fair is iconic and a step above all the others. This isn't a matter of opinion: it's basically fact!

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The big event has been named the best in the country by two different publications already this year. Now, it has scored yet another top title and this one might just be the best one yet.

Why? Because it has to do with food. Spoiler alert: this will definitely make you hungry so read at your own risk.

Courtesy of the Minnesota State Fair
Courtesy of the Minnesota State Fair
Courtesy of the Minnesota State Fair

The Minnesota State Fair Reigns Supreme For Its Food - Read More

It's no secret that there is some incredible food at the Minnesota State Fair - and some very unique food options as well. Yelp looked at ratings for fairs across the country and made this list based on review volume and ratings mentioning food.

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What do you know? The Minnesota State Fair took the top spot! With Sweet Martha's and the stand selling a giant bucket of french fries, it is pretty much my dream when it comes to food. There is something for every craving.

Courtesy of Minnesota State Fair
Courtesy of Minnesota State Fair
Courtesy of Minnesota State Fair

According to Yelp, many of the reviews for the big Minnesota get-together mentioned eating something on a stick, helping it stand out. Minnesota had more than any other big fair. Are you even at a fair if you don't eat something on a stick?

RELATED: The 2026 Free Entertainment Lineup At The Minnesota State Fair

Another thing that helped us stand out? Many fair-goers look for a fun deep-fried creation when going to a fair and no one does it like Minnesota. I mean, they basically deep fry everything there. Ha!

Courtesy of Minnesota State Fair
Courtesy of Minnesota State Fair
Courtesy of Minnesota State Fair

Last but not least, going to the Minnesota State Fair is more than just something to do: it is basically a cultural phenomenon from start to finish. And when it comes to food fare, we have hundreds of vendors and strange new items every year. What more could we ask for?

In a competition of the best fair food, obviously no other fair holds a candle to the Minnesota State Fair. Where else can you eat just about everything on a stick?!

2026 Minnesota State Fair New Foods & Beverages

Each year, a lot of creative new foods and beverages make their debut at the Great Minnesota Get-Together. For 2026, 36 new items will be added to the lineup of offerings, with 9 new vendors making their debut this year at the fair. Here's a look at all of them!

Gallery Credit: Nick Cooper - TSM Duluth

2026 Minnesota State Fair Grandstand Performers

Here is the schedule of all of the performing acts that will take the Grandstand stage at the Minnesota State Fair in 2026. As more acts are announced, we'll update this schedule.

Gallery Credit: Nick Cooper - TSM Duluth

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