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Event:
Central Wisconsin State Fair
Start:
August 20, 2024
End:
August 25, 2024
Cost:
10
Category:
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Organizer:
Phone:
715-387-1261
Updated:
September 1, 2015
Venue:
Wood County Fairgrounds
Phone:
715-387-1261
Address:
513 E. 17th Street, Marshfield, WI, 54449, United States
Central Wisconsin State Fair, Marshfield

One of three “State Fairs” in Wisconsin, the Central Wisconsin State Fair takes place in Marshfield August 20-25, 2024 on the grounds that also feature the “World’s Largest Round Barn.” The Central Wisconsin State Fair has also been refreshing its equipment with new rides and games to enhance the experience!

Central Wisconsin State Fair, held annually in Marshfield, Wisconsin

Headliners include:

  • The Dweebs (free concert in the Family Tent), Tuesday night, August 20th
  • Dylan Scott Wednesday night, August 21st
  • Hairball Thursday night, August 22nd
  • Daughtry Friday night, August 23rd
  • Bulls, Broncs, and Barrels presented by Rice Rodeo Co. Saturday night, August 24th
  • Obsession with Destruction Demolition Derby, Sunday, August 25th at 2pm

This Fair also features 4-H and open class exhibits, free grandstand entertainment with gate admission, the Round Barn Express train, Junior Fair Market Animal Sale, 12th annual Kiss a Critter Contest, the Dress-A-Cow Contest, midway carnival rides, commercial exhibits and special programs, food and beer gardens, and more. This six-day extravaganza is definitely worth checking out if you want to hit the lovely city of Marshfield in the central part of the state (hence, the event’s name).

Central Wisconsin State Fair's Round Barn Express Train
Central Wisconsin State Fair’s Round Barn Express Train

U.S. 10 and Highways 13, 80, and 97 all hit Marshfield, Wisconsin (“Hub City”) and the Central Wisconsin State Fair grounds are on the south side of town, a few blocks east of Central Avenue (Bus. Hwy 13) and the Wildwood Zoo. Also check out Central Avenue and the downtown district, the Blue Heron Brewpub, and a plenty of other things and to see and do around Hub City. Get more ideas from Visit Marshfield here!

Check their website for the complete entertainment lineup, ticket specials, and more!

Central Wisconsin State Fair Address:

Wood County Fairgrounds
513 E. 17th Street
Marshfield, WI 54449
(715) 387-1261
Website





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