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Fair to Midway

Every year, the Minnesota State Fair finds a way to top itself. Unlikely food options? Check. Titans of Twin Cities indie rock playing the actual Grandstand? Check. Crop art portrayals…

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Get Surly at the Minnesota State Fair

Summer’s end is bittersweet around here. The leaves begin turning. Warm-weather activities wind down. Schools open, beaches close. Winter’s standing in your doorway, looking at its watch, whistling an oddly…

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Fair’s Fare

We’re thrilled to be pouring beer at the State Fair again this year. As in the past, we’ve brewed beers exclusive to the Fair that will pair perfectly with your…

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The Surly Pseudo State Fair Spectacular

As you might have heard, there’s no traditional State Fair this year. Yes, there’s a sold-out drive-thru version that allows you to approximate the gluttony in your Ford Focus, but…

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A Champion Emerges

What started out as a closely fought battle between two titans of batter-slathered wiener-dom turned into a rout, as the Pronto Pup cruised to an easy victory over the corn…

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The Fairest Of Them All

Certain things are matters of settled law in Minnesota. It’s hotdish, not casserole. It’s WILLmer, not willMAR. It’s “leave the barest sliver of a cake donut in the box in…

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Get Surly at the State Fair

There are multiple places to Get Surly at the 2019 Minnesota State Fair, from the Midway to Machinery Hill. Enjoy flagships like Furious and four beers brewed exclusively for the…

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