County Fair Guide

Waukesha County Fair

Waukesha, Wisconsin

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2026 Dates

July 15–19, 2026

Duration

5 days

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Size

medium

Notable Fact

The Waukesha County Fair ran five days in July 2025 and drew 114,798 visitors — the strongest hard gate count among Wisconsin's county fairs outside of Walworth. Located just west of Milwaukee, it's a community institution over 150 years old, featuring carnival rides, livestock shows, and grandstand acts that draw from the greater Milwaukee metro area.

Source: GMToday

What You'll Find There

Visitors will find extensive livestock competitions, 4-H exhibits, a large carnival midway, diverse food vendors, and headline grandstand entertainment that draw tens of thousands of attendees.

The Fair

The Waukesha County Fair is one of Wisconsin's largest and best-attended county fairs, drawing crowds from the Milwaukee suburban corridor and beyond. Waukesha County is one of Wisconsin's most populous and economically vibrant counties, and the fair reflects that energy.

Local Tips

Waukesha County Fair is very popular — arrive early for parking and consider purchasing tickets in advance to avoid lines at the gate.

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