The 172nd Wisconsin State Fair, the state’s endearing celebration of agriculture, food, music and family-friendly activities, runs August 3-13.

Family-friendly entertainment is a highlight each year, where jugglers, comedians, hypnotists and contests, as well as the surprising and amusing strolling street entertainers, are never hard to find.

Watch pig races and other animal-themed events, and learn about livestock in the agricultural barns.

Pick up a State Fair memento, food item, or gift item at one of the many local vendor booths. The Expo Building features exciting product demonstrations.

The giant slide and many carnival rides offer fun for kids of all ages.

To ensure availability of the Fair’s tastiest treat, purchase a Cream Puff voucher in advance at wistatefair.com.