Milwaukee Area Fairs

Offering up a uniquely Wisconsin experience, the state fairs in Southeast Wisconsin bring together the community, to celebrate the culture that is the Dairy State.

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July • August

July

July 17-21 Waukesha County Experience the oldest county fair in Wisconsin, with live performances by Daughtry, Bret Michaels and Rodney Atkins, tractor pulls, a classic car show, duck and goat races, food, beer and much more. At the Waukesha County Expo Grounds waukeshacountyfair.com

July 18-21 Dane County A family-friendly event held in Wisconsin’s capital city with a rich history dating back to 1851.

July 23-28 Washington County Enjoy three nights of live entertainment from headliners such as Molly Hatchet and Foghat, food, games, rides, and livestock. At the Washington County Fair Park & Conference Center.

July 23-28 Rock County As the oldest all youth 4-H fair in the United States, the Rock County 4-H Fair in Janesville, WI has plenty to offer each and every visitor.

July 31-Aug. 4 Ozaukee County One of the last free fairs in the Midwest. Since 1859, this Cedarburg event features demolition derbies, a midway, livestock, food and drink, and plenty of family-friendly events.

August

Wisconsin State Fair

Aug. 1-11 | Wisconsin State Fair  The Fair pays homage to the best the state has to offer, including livestock, a wide variety of culinary delights, rides and games, live demonstrations, merchant vendors, and plenty of live music. Watch the traditional Pig Races, catch a free music performance, or enjoy a concert at the Main Stage. Wisconsin State Fair Park, West Allis

Aug. 14-18 Kenosha County The 99th fair features family entertainment and grandstand entertainment that includes a truck & tractor pull, racing of Modifieds, Street Stocks and Bandits and a demolition derby in Wilmot, southwest of Kenosha.

Aug. 28-Sept. 2 Walworth County Walworth County Fair Grounds features99 acres of excitement and entertainment. Be dazzled by horse shows, a rodeo, demolition derby, truck and tractor pulls. Enjoy the bustling midway, and a showcase of the best of the county’s agriculture and culture. 

Aug. 29-Sept. 2  Sheboygan County This annual event is fun for the whole family  Entertainment, rides, vendors, food and more.