DODGE COUNTY FAIR

Feel the Roar: Badger State Truck and Tractor Pull Hits the Dodge County Fair!

Dale Norenberg • July 21, 2026

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High-Octane Power: The Badger State tractor Pullers Take the Track

Get ready for an adrenaline-fueled evening of smoke, roaring engines, and massive horsepower! On Wednesday, August 19th at 7 PM, the grandstand will come alive as the highly anticipated Badger State Truck and Tractor Pull rolls into the Dodge County Fair.

The best part? The entire grandstand show is absolutely free with your paid gate admission to the fair. That means you get a front-row seat to the loudest, heavy-lifting action in the region without spending an extra dime at the grandstand gates.


Wednesday is absolutely packed with family fun from sunrise to sunset, making it the perfect day to explore the full fairgrounds experience before the grandstand action begins. You can stroll through the barns to see the hard work of local 4-H and FFA youth exhibitors, marvel at the creative indoor projects, and get up close with top-tier livestock. The midway will be buzzing with thrilling rides and classic carnival games, while the delicious aroma of fair food—from fresh cheese curds to funnel cakes—fills the air. It’s a full day of community tradition, agricultural showcasing, and family entertainment wrapped into one.


Plan Your Day: Fair Admission Pricing

Experiencing the Dodge County Fair is incredibly affordable, especially if you plan your arrival right. Check out the daily gate admission rates below:

  • Before Noon: $10
  • After Noon: $15
  • Sunday Special: $10 all-day rate
  • Children 9 and Under: FREE!

Every admission ticket includes free parking and full access to all grandstand events—including concerts and tractor pulls. Just remember that no carry-ins are allowed, so leave the coolers at home and save room for some classic fair food!


Lock In the Best Value with Season Passes

If you plan on enjoying more than a couple of days of great music, food, and high-octane entertainment, a season ticket is your ticket to massive savings.

  • In Advance: $35
  • At the Gate: $40


Where to Buy Your Tickets

Ready to skip the long lines on Wednesday? Grab your advance tickets online or at a local retailer near you.


⚡ Option 1: Buy Online (Fastest Route)

Get in the gate quick by purchasing your advance tickets digitally. Head right over to Scan2Scan to lock in your tickets from your phone or computer.


🏢 Option 2: Buy Locally at the Fairgrounds Office or Local Banks

You can pick up physical advance tickets at the Fairgrounds Office, or stop by one of the following local bank branches throughout the region:

  • Associated Bank (Beaver Dam, Watertown)
  • Horicon Bank (Juneau, Neosho, Horicon, Randolph)
  • Farmers & Merchants (Juneau, Columbus, Fall River)
  • State Bank of Reeseville (Watertown, Reeseville)
  • Also available at: Hustisford Bank, National Exchange Bank, Mayville Savings Bank, TSB Bank, BMO Harris, and Ergo Bank.


🛒 Option 3: Grab Tickets On Your Grocery Run

Pick up your gate admission while checking off your errand list at these convenient local spots:

  • Piggly Wiggly (Juneau, Hustisford)
  • The Market (Hustisford)
  • LeRoy Meats (Horicon, Fox Lake)


Mark your calendars for Wednesday, August 19th at 7 PM, and we will see you at the track! For more event details, check out the official Dodge County Fairgrounds Event Page.

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