Minnesota State Fair for cheap: Freeloader bonus

Image courtesy of the Minnesota State Fair

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So, you paid the $8 to $11 entrance fee, and you saved money busing in rather than parking in a lot, but you're still worried about spending too much because you are on a fixed budget this year. No worries. There's plenty to do at the fair for little or no money. The following list is by no means complete, but we've compiled the top concerts, foods, prizes, and shopping that caught our eye.