Welcome to the Summer Lakes Boat House at the Minnesota State Fair! The Summer Lakes Boat House brings a new food and beverage destination to the Minnesota State Fair with a theme that resonates with all Minnesotans – our lakes! Relax, refresh and recharge while enjoying great food and entertainment. Welcome to the Summer Lakes Boat House at the Minnesota State Fair.We built this place for ALL to enjoy. JOIN US AT THE Menu Drop your anchor at the brand-new Summer Lakes Boat House and enjoy chef-inspired shareables and handheld menu items, including the official 2026 State Fair New Food item: Dockside Poppers! Official 2026 New Food: Dockside PoppersSeasoned cream cheese, bacon, artichoke hearts and jalapeño peppers, breaded and lightly fried. Served with a side of homemade tomato chili jam. View the Menu State Fair Specialty Sips Berry Slammer Hard Seltzer Cocktail: Citrus is slammed with strawberry, raspberry and blueberry flavors in this bubbly hard seltzer cocktail. Crisp and berry-forward, it’s a vibrant sip made for summer. 7.5% ABV. Wedge-Hammer Hard Seltzer Cocktail: Orange and citrus flavors are balanced by a touch of fresh ginger in this refreshing hard seltzer cocktail. Tangy and finished with a subtle bite, it’s a sip full of bold flavor. 7.5% ABV. Bama! Lemon Sweet Tea Hard Seltzer Cocktail: Fresh-brewed black tea blends with lemon and citrus in this hard seltzer cocktail. Lightly sweet and easy drinking, it’s a classic combination with a bubbly twist. 7.5% ABV. Jamberry Bubbler Minnemosa: Jammy berry flavors shine in this bubbly sparkling wine drink. Fruity, refreshing and bursting with berry character, it’s great for sipping at brunch or last call. 11.5% ABV. Orange Ginger Minnemosa: Fresh orange juice and sparkling wine come together in this refreshing sparkling wine beverage. A touch of ginger adds a zesty kick, creating a crisp, citrus-forward sip with a smooth finish. 11.5% ABV. Orange Sunset Shandy: Orange and ginger flavors top an easy-drinking light beer to create a lively citrus shandy. Balanced with subtle spice and a clean finish, it’s made for sunny days and warm summer nights. 4.2% ABV. Summer Lakes Boat HouseLocation at the Fair On the Southwest corner of Randall Ave. & Underwood Street, located one block over from the Great Big Ferris Wheel! Entertainment We’ve got a full slate of entertainers – check back closer to the fair!