The annual Wisconsin State Fair offers traditional family entertainment for ten days in August. Being the largest agricultural showcase in the state, the Fairgrounds also offers some serious amusement rides and a large play area. Its SpinCity features more than 55 rides and attractions, including swings and a Ferris wheel. 30 stages host the best local bands and national headliners such as Alice Cooper and the Bodeans. Not to mention countless street entertainers, magicians, acrobats and more.
Wisconsin State Fair Park is located in West Allis, Wisconsin, a suburb of Milwaukee. It has hosted the Wisconsin State Fair since 1892. Fair hours are from 8 a.m. until 11 p.m.
Agriculture is the main emphasis of the Wisconsin State Fair. You can tour the barns, watch cattle shows and auctions. The Wisconsin State Fair is a great place to learn about the state's agricultural past and present.
If you get hungry, you can choose from 200 food stalls offering favorites such as corn dripping with butter or fried cheese curds. Every year, vendors introduce something new — usually something in a bar. Try Memphis Tater Tots, Bacon Jam & Brie Burger, Snickers in a Waffle On-a-Stick and other delicious things.
