County Fair Guide

Wisconsin Valley Fair

Wausau, Wisconsin

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Typical Month

August

Duration

6 days

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Size

medium

About Wisconsin Valley Fair

The Wisconsin Valley Fair in Wausau is a six-day early August fair serving the Wisconsin River valley and one of central Wisconsin's largest cities. Wausau is known for its granite quarries, whitewater kayaking on the Wisconsin River, and being the home of the American Marathon.

What to Expect

Livestock shows, 4-H and FFA competitions, carnival rides, fair food, and grandstand entertainment draw large crowds from the greater Wausau metropolitan area.

Visitor Tips

Wausau's Whitewater Park on the Wisconsin River is one of the finest urban kayaking venues in the Midwest — combine the fair with a day on the water.

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