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Minnesota State Fair 2026 Big Changes | Minneapolis News
Get ready for the biggest Minnesota State Fair yet—2026 brings a brand-new 230-foot Ferris wheel (the world’s largest traveling one), 36 new foods, 9 new vendors, and major upgrades like a $24M Coliseum renovation. The 12-day event kicks off August 27 and ends Labor Day, with tickets at $17 in advance or $20 at the gate—plus discount days for $15. Thrill-seekers will love new rides like Thor and the Juke Box Funhouse, while expanded bus routes and fairground parking ($25) make access easier. FOX 9’s live booth near the Giant Slide means daily coverage, so whether you’re chasing funnel cakes…
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