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Taste of the Fair guests at International Bazaar

Taste of the Fair

The Minnesota State Fair Foundation invites you to Taste of the Fair, a fun-filled fundraiser held one week prior to the start of the fair. Proudly sponsored by By The Yard Inc.

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As the Foundation’s largest fundraising event, Taste of the Fair is an integral part of the Foundation’s ability to support the State Fair’s capital improvements and programming. Funds are raised through event ticket sales and sponsorships as well as silent and live auction proceeds.

Thursday, Aug. 14, 2025
5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
International Bazaar, Minnesota State Fairgrounds

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You can join in the fun as a guest, table sponsor or event sponsor. Call us at 651-288-4339 or Contact Us to learn more.

All attendees must have a ticket to enter, there are no sales the day of the event.

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Minnesota State Fair Foundation
1265 Snelling Avenue North
Saint Paul, MN 55108

651-288-4327
Fax: 651-632-2622
info@msffoundation.org

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