The Minnesota State Fair is an annual event that takes place in Falcon Heights, Minnesota. It is one of the largest and most popular state fairs in the United States, attracting over 2 million visitors each year. The fair features a wide variety of attractions, including food vendors, carnival rides, livestock shows, and live music. It is also a showcase for Minnesota’s agricultural industry.
The Minnesota State Fair was first held in 1859, and it has been held every year since then except for 1861 and 1893. The fairgrounds have been expanded and renovated several times over the years, and it now covers over 320 acres. The fair is a major economic driver for the state of Minnesota, and it generates over $200 million in revenue each year.