Minnesota State Fair Named Best in U.S. by Yelp
The Minnesota State Fair has been recognized as the best state fair in the United States according to a national list compiled by Yelp.
Minneapolis St. Paul, MN, August 3, 2026 — The Minnesota State Fair has earned the top spot on a national list of the best state fairs in the United States, according to rankings compiled by the online review platform Yelp. The recognition highlights the fair’s standing among similar events across the country.
Yelp’s compilation, which identifies highly-rated state fairs based on user reviews and data, placed the Great Minnesota Get-Together at number one. The specific methodology and criteria used by Yelp to determine the rankings were not detailed in the provided summary.
The Minnesota State Fair is an annual event held in St. Paul, Minnesota. It is known for its extensive exhibits, entertainment, food, and agricultural displays. The fair typically runs for 12 days leading up to and including Labor Day.
Further details regarding the scope of Yelp’s analysis, including the number of fairs reviewed and the specific data points considered beyond user ratings, were not made available in the trend summary. Information about other fairs that appeared on the list, or any commentary from Yelp or fair organizers, was also not provided.
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