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The Good Life For Less: State Fair Deals 2012

Step right up -- time to get your yearly review of deals at the Minnesota State Fair.

There's no better time of year to take the Good Life blog out from hibernation and give you the annual look at the ways to save money at The Great Minnesota Get-Together.

Today (08/22) is the last day to get many pre-fair discounts.

• Discount admission, Blue Ribbon Bargain Book and ride/game tickets at the State Fair Box Office, Cub Foods and greater Minnesota.

Discount Express Bus Fare ($4, Regularly $5)

Miss the pre-fair deals? There's always ways to save when you are out at there:

Booth Freebies (Deals, Drawings, and Giveaways)

Discount Admission Days

Blue Ribbon Bargain Books ($5)

Free Entertainment Stages and the  free talent contest at the Grandstand.

Hope you enjoy the 12-best-days-of-summer. Remember to stop by the WCCO booth and say 'hello' to us!

Spot any other State Fair deals or tips, share them with other 'Good Lifers' in the comment section.

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