The Minnesota State Fair, also known as The Great Minnesota Get-Together, is an annual event that happens in late August/early September at the Fairgrounds in Falcon Heights. Roughly 2 million people attend every year, and there is a dazzling array of events available for the fair-goers. In other words, there is definitely something for everyone. There are barns full of animals, carnival rides, and exhibitions. There is live music and other performances, including the Minnesota State Fair Amateur Talent Contest Finals. Of course, the star of the show is the variety of food offered, everything from the classic cheese curds to everything possible on a stick, including tater tots, alligator, teriyaki ostrich, and a scotch egg. It is fun for everyone in the family.