Open Rabbit Hopping 

August 7-8, 2023

Open Rabbit Hopping exhibitors must be at least seven years of age as of January 1st of the current year to show their animal(s) in the show ring.

See below for full details on show information and upcoming deadlines.

Open Rabbit Hopping Entry Information

Open Rabbit Hopping Entry Information

Entry Deadline:

  • July 12, 2023 at 7 pm (Central Time): Online entries close at regular fees
  • Entries will only be accepted online with credit card payment
  • Entries Closed

Entry Information:

Show Location

The Open Rabbit Hopping Show will take place exclusively in the Poultry & Rabbit Palace.

General Open Show Rules & Information

Open Show Updates

Open Show Judges 2023

What’s New for 2023 – Open Shows

Open Livestock Entry Deadline: June 21, 2023

Rabbit Hopping Entry Deadline: July 12, 2023

General Open Show Information

General Entry Reminders:

  1. Open Exhibitors may only enter online, excluding Champions Challenge exhibitors.
  2. Please check all entry deadlines, arrival, show and release dates carefully!
  3. Please read the Animal Health Requirements for animals entering Wisconsin from the Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection

The following documents apply to all open show livestock exhibitors at Wisconsin State Fair. Please read through this information prior to arrival.

Youth Center

A limited number of rooms are available in the Youth Center Thursday, August 10th (after 10 pm) through Sunday, August 13th. If interested, please print out the Wisconsin State Fair Open Show Youth Center Reservation Form and return with deposit. Please note: no alcohol is allowed in the Youth Canter and all open show exhibitor staying in the Youth Center must purchase a Fair admission wristband from the Youth Center (on the registration form or upon arrival).

April 24, 2023: The Youth Center is full Aug 10-13 and a wait list has been created.
Questions? Email: entryoffice@wistatefair.com

2023 Open Show Youth Center Lodging Procedure

Youth Center Rules and Regulations

Questions?

Questions regarding entering can be emailed to: entryoffice@wistatefair.com

Or call:
Junior & Open Shows; Dog Sports, Rabbit Hopping,
Meat & Dairy Products Contests: 414.266.7052
Competitive Exhibits: 414.313.2767

Mailing Address:
Wisconsin State Fair
Entry Department
640 S 84th Street
West Allis WI 53214