Fond du Lac County Fair

Fond du Lac County Fair Education, Entertainment & Affordable Family Fun Since 1851. July 2026 The event was held for two days. The best stallion received a $4 premium.
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The first fair, held in Rosendale, Wisconsin, began with an address at half past one on the first day, September 29, 1852. Dairy cattle, fine, wool, tools and manufactured items were exhibited at the first fair. Household arts and garden vegetables were on display to be judged. Working oxen and steers were awarded $3 for being the best in the class. The best sample of butter, not less than 50 lbs.

, was awarded $5. The best sample sugar, also not less than 50 lbs., was given a $4 premium. The theme for the fair "Education, Entertainment and Affordable Family Fun" is the creative genius of Mr. Williard Henken, who retired from the Fond du Lac County Agricultural Society in November of 2001. His background as the first Dean of the University of Wisconsin-Fond du Lac and his love of the fair are certainly reflected in not only the theme, but also in the many years of service he gave to the fair organization. WHAT IS A FAIR FOR? "The purpose of a fair is to educate; to help people learn about life and what is good; to find out what is new and how to improve; to understand about our heritage and agriculture; to find out what is profitable and what is enjoyable; and to learn how to adjust better to change, how to be better people, how to be responsible and better citizens, and how to be more self-sufficient"

THAT'S WHAT A FAIR IS FOR!
-Author unknown.

🥧🍎 Fond du Lac County Fair Apple Pie Contest 🍎🥧Do you have an award-winning apple pie recipe? Enter the Fond du Lac Coun...
06/18/2026

🥧🍎 Fond du Lac County Fair Apple Pie Contest 🍎🥧
Do you have an award-winning apple pie recipe? Enter the Fond du Lac County Fair Apple Pie Contest on Saturday, July 18 and compete for cash prizes while celebrating America's favorite dessert!
🏆 Prizes:
🥇 1st Place – $250, sponsored by Heritage Apple Orchard
🥈 2nd Place – $175, sponsored by Holiday Automotive
🥉 3rd Place – $100, sponsored by Holiday Automotive
🍏 Every contestant will receive a $15 Heritage Apple Orchard gift certificate just for entering!
Whether your pie recipe has been passed down for generations or is your own special creation, we invite you to join the fun and show off your baking skills to celebrate America 250.
📝 Register here:
https://forms.gle/gCXXjarzd3advvGv8
We can't wait to see—and taste—your delicious creations at the Fair!

Contest is open to amateur bakers only. No professional bakers or bakery-owned pies permitted. All pies must be homemade and baked by the contestant. Pie crust must be homemade. No premade or store-bought crusts allowed. Apple pies only — no other fruit pies permitted. Pies may be traditional or c...

Reserved Weekly Parking passes are now for sale on our website!
06/18/2026

Reserved Weekly Parking passes are now for sale on our website!

📸 Picture Perfect: Carol’s Edition Photography Contest! 📸Calling all amateur photographers! Show off your creativity and...
06/17/2026

📸 Picture Perfect: Carol’s Edition Photography Contest! 📸
Calling all amateur photographers! Show off your creativity and enter this year's Picture Perfect: Carol’s Edition Photography Contest!
This year’s categories are:
❤️ Red, White & Blue
🩷 Something Pink
🌅 Sunsets
Whether you're snapping photos on your phone or simply enjoy capturing special moments, this contest is a fun way to share your favorite images. Open to amateur photographers of all ages and skill levels.
Submit your photos here:
https://forms.gle/Fqdcj4WaDEByyTjEA
We can't wait to see your picture-perfect entries! 📷✨

Calling all amateur photographers! This contest is for you. Carol Stanchfield, an exhibitor at the Fair for over seventy years, loved photography! If you knew Carol, you knew she always had a camera in her hand. This contest is to keep her passion alive, and find that perfect picture to display at t...

Today’s the last day to get your Fair entries in!
06/17/2026

Today’s the last day to get your Fair entries in!

Find exhibitor information pertaining to the Fond du Lac County Fair.

We can't thank our sponsors enough!!! Our sponsors allow us to continue to have free admission at the ! We are one of...
06/16/2026

We can't thank our sponsors enough!!! Our sponsors allow us to continue to have free admission at the ! We are one of the only couple free fairs left in the state!! Thank you to a long time Fond du Lac Fair sponsor Grande Cheese Company!!

🧀June is Dairy Month! Join us in celebrating the hardworking dairy farmers who help make Wisconsin America's Dairyland. ...
06/15/2026

🧀June is Dairy Month! Join us in celebrating the hardworking dairy farmers who help make Wisconsin America's Dairyland. Then continue the celebration at the 174th Fond du Lac County Fair, July 15–19, 2026, where delicious dairy treats, agriculture, and community come together for a true Wisconsin tradition! 🥛🐄

06/14/2026

🐄🌽 4-H Market Livestock Nutrition Workshop 🌽🐄
Looking to boost your knowledge AND earn points toward selling at the fair? Don’t miss this great opportunity!
Join us on Thursday, June 25 at 5:00 PM at the Fond du Lac County Campus (FCC), 400 University Dr., Room 205/206 for an interactive workshop focused on Fair Animal Nutrition and Care.
🎤 Guest Speaker: Mike Yahr
Mike will share valuable insights on feeding and caring for your market livestock—and he welcomes questions from youth, so come ready to learn!
🧪 Hands-On Experience:
Youth will wrap up the workshop by creating their own feed rations after learning the basics of market livestock nutrition—perfect for applying what you learn right away!
✅ Bonus: This workshop is a great way to earn 2 points if you still need points to sell at the fair.
📋 Registration Required: https://forms.gle/k9NN7PPsUV4E1omv5
Please sign up using the Google Form so we can plan supplies for the hands-on activity.
Don’t miss this fun, interactive learning opportunity to strengthen your livestock project skills!

🇺🇸 Celebrate America 250 with the Fond du Lac County Fair! 🇺🇸We are pairing with Hair of The Dog Graphics to show your p...
06/11/2026

🇺🇸 Celebrate America 250 with the Fond du Lac County Fair! 🇺🇸
We are pairing with Hair of The Dog Graphics to show your patriotic spirit and commemorate America's 250th birthday with a special limited-edition Fond du Lac County Fair T-shirt!
These shirts are the perfect way to celebrate this historic milestone while supporting your local fair. Quantities are limited, so don't wait to get yours! Ordering will close July 1. ❤️🤍💙
https://forms.gle/zbq2B8bj5F93Nzoz8

🎡 The countdown to the Fond du Lac County Fair is on!The Fond du Lac County Fair Office will open for the season beginni...
06/08/2026

🎡 The countdown to the Fond du Lac County Fair is on!
The Fond du Lac County Fair Office will open for the season beginning Tuesday, June 9. Our office will be open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Whether you have questions about exhibits, entries, camping, tickets, or anything fair-related, we're here to help! 920-929-3168
We look forward to seeing everyone as we prepare for another great fair season! 🎠🐄🌽

Address

Martin Avenue & E 17th St
Fond Du Lac, WI
54935

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 3:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 11:45pm
Wednesday 8am - 11:45pm
Thursday 8am - 11:45pm
Friday 8am - 11:45pm
Saturday 8am - 8pm
Sunday 8am - 11:45pm

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+19209293168

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