It’s the most delicious time of year—Minnesota State Fair season! And this year, the 2025 fair is turning up the heat with 41 brand-new food offerings that span the globe in flavor, creativity, and Instagrammability. Whether you’re a die-hard fair foodie or just tagging along for the mini donuts, there’s something on this list that’ll stop you in your tracks.
When & Where:
The Minnesota State Fair runs from Thursday, August 21 to Monday, September 1, 2025. Held at the iconic fairgrounds in Falcon Heights, it’s the biggest event in the state and the perfect excuse to break your diet.
Highlights From The 2025 New Foods List:
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Bison Meatball Sub – Hearty, local, and topped with crispy onions and wild rice gravy.
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Uncrustaburger – A burger smashed between two deep-fried PB&J Uncrustables.
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Chicken-Fried Bacon Fries – Fried beef bacon with a kickin’ BBQ or hot sauce.
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Birthday Cake Cookie Dough On-A-Stick – Colorful, crunchy, and pure sugar joy.
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Dill Pickle Iced Tea – You read that right. Dill. Pickle. Tea.
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Timber Twists – Bacon-wrapped manicotti shells filled with sausage and cream cheese.
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Cannoli Gelato Nachos – Cannoli chips + gelato = dessert nirvana.
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Fawaffle – Falafel meets waffle, topped with tahini butter and hummus.
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Sweet Squeakers – Cheese curds dipped in funnel cake batter, topped with lemon whipped cream.
Whether you lean savory or sweet, vegan or full carnivore, there’s something brand new for you at this year’s fair. And don’t worry—fan favorites like Pronto Pups and Sweet Martha’s are still around.
Plan Your Foodie Journey:
Visit the official Minnesota State Fair food guide for the full list of 2025 new foods and where to find them. Pro tip: pace yourself and split dishes with friends—you’ll want to try as many as possible.
Final Thought:
What’s the one thing you're most excited to taste this year? Drop your favorite below or tag a friend who’s coming with you. I’ll see you at the fair!
And as always, I’m Darin the Minnesōtan—your go-to for Minnesota food, fun, and real estate.
