History

The State Fair has evolved over time to meet current trends, including large farm machinery displays in the late 1800s, aviation demonstrations in the early 1900s, the war efforts in the 1940s, hot entertainment acts since the 1950s, the space race in the 1960s, new and crazy food trends in recent years, and much more.

Hours of Operation

Come on down to the Wisconsin State Fair from July 31 -August 10, 2025! Check out the building and attraction hours to better plan your trip to the State Fair.

About Wisconsin State Fair

It is the mission of the annual Wisconsin State Fair to celebrate agriculture and other industries paramount to Wisconsin's rich history and promising future by producing family-friendly, affordable, safe, and educational event for all ages and ethnicities, creating memories and traditions to be carried on for generations.

What’s New

New year, new exciting experiences at the Wisconsin State Fair! Click here to learn more about the State Fair's updated hours, policies, new foods, fun, and more.

Attendance

The 2024 Wisconsin State Fair greeted 1,136,805 guests during the best 11 days of summer! We are excited to celebrate 174 years of tradition during the 2025 Wisconsin State Fair, July 31 - August 10!

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