Minnesota State Fair Offers New Bargain Book and Tops Fair Food Rankings

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The 2026 Blue Ribbon Bargain Book, sold for $5, provides more than 100 coupons for rides, games and foods at the Minnesota State Fair. Highlights include $9 off a $40 ride‑game card, $2 off Mini Donuts, $3 off hand pies, $3 off garlic fries and discounts on merchandise such as hoodies and t‑shirts.

A Yelp analysis of customer reviews placed the Minnesota State Fair at the top of the nation’s fair‑food rankings, with Iowa in third place. Reviewers praised the fair’s variety of creative food vendors, famous cheese curds, Sweet Martha’s Cookies and other iconic treats, while Iowa was noted for pork chops on a stick and deep‑fried favorites.

Entities: Blue Ribbon Bargain Book · Minnesota State Fair · Yelp

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