Dodge County Fairgrounds
Dodge County Fairgrounds
The Dodge County Fair Association is a State of Wisconsin Corporation formed for the purpose of operating a fairgrounds, which is presently located four (4) miles east of the city of Beaver Dam on State Highway 33 on 40 acres of land, which the Corporation owns.
The Corporation was established by a group of interested persons who sold shares of stock for $10.00 each. This stock has no par value, only voting rights. This is a non-profit organization. Stock is still available for $10.00 and gives the holder the opportunity to participate in the annual stockholders meeting.
The Association elects 9 people to a Board of Directors whose job it is to conduct the business of the Fair Association. The Board of Directors consists of a President, Vice President, Secretary & Treasurer and 5 additional members. The main purpose of this Board is to organize and conduct a County Fair. Additional jobs include conducting and organizing any other business that may occur on the fairgrounds.
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Badger State Truck Show
Badger State Large Cars and Big Rigs will be hosting the event – and the organization guarantees that there will be something for everyone. Family-friendly events and entertainment will be scheduled all weekend long. Continue reading
Flea Market and Craft Fair
Find rare collectibles, unique decor, vintage tools, and much more at the Dodge County Flea Market and Craft Fair. Markets are held RAIN or SHINE with indoor and outdoor spaces, FREE Admission and FREE Parking! Continue reading
Badger State Truck Show
Badger State Large Cars and Big Rigs will be hosting the event – and the organization guarantees that there will be something for everyone. Family-friendly events and entertainment will be scheduled all weekend long. Continue reading
Badger State Truck Show
Badger State Large Cars and Big Rigs will be hosting the event – and the organization guarantees that there will be something for everyone. Family-friendly events and entertainment will be scheduled all weekend long. Continue reading
Fifty Years of Hydro Power
Celebrating 50 years of John Deere hydro and all Horicon built John Deere machines. Factory tours, swap meet, dig in the dirt, exhibits, memorabilia displays, tractor parade, meet the retirees and the employees who designed and built these great machines. Continue reading
Fifty Years of Hydro Power
Celebrating 50 years of John Deere hydro and all Horicon built John Deere machines. Factory tours, swap meet, dig in the dirt, exhibits, memorabilia displays, tractor parade, meet the retirees and the employees who designed and built these great machines. Continue reading
Goat Project Meeting
Goat, Poultry, and Rabbit projects give students the opportunity to practice and acquire new knowledge in the fields of animal science, business, time management and leadership. Continue reading
Fifty Years of Hydro Power
Celebrating 50 years of John Deere hydro and all Horicon built John Deere machines. Factory tours, swap meet, dig in the dirt, exhibits, memorabilia displays, tractor parade, meet the retirees and the employees who designed and built these great machines. Continue reading
Junior Fair 4-H Horse Show
The Junior Fair 4-H Horse Show is a judging event for youth participating in the 4-H horse project. Exhibitors are judged on their ability to show his/her horse at halter, riding, drive, performance, and horsemanship. Continue reading
Second Harvest Mobile Food Pantry
Community members who wish to benefit from the Mobile Pantry Program are encouraged to bring bags, boxes, wagons or other containers to help transport the food they receive. No pre-registration, ID or proof of residency is required. Continue reading
Junior Fair Foods and Food Preservation Judging
The Junior Fair Foods and Food Preservation is a judging event for youth participating in the 4-H foods project. Exhibits are judged on composition, appearance, creativity, and presentation of food items. Continue reading
Junior Fair Flowers, Houseplants and Plant Crafts Judging
A judging event for youth enrolled in flowers, houseplants, and home environment projects. Exhibitors bring their entries to be judged face to face and receive comments and ask questions. Exhibits are evaluated on composition, arrangement, appearance, and structure. Continue reading
Beef Fitting Contest
The contest gives beef project youth the opportunity to demonstrate project growth by practicing their fitting skills and competing for prizes. Fitters will have one hour to fit, groom and care for their animal. Continue reading
Sheep Fitting Contest
Animal care takes center stage during the Sheep Fitting Contest in the Farm Progress Arena on Tuesday night before the Fair. Sheep project youth demonstrate project growth by practicing their fitting skills and competing for prizes. Continue reading
Dairy Fitting Contest
Fitters will compete in two categories; Junior Fitters, grades 4-8 and Senior Fitters, grades 9 and older. Held in the Farm Progress Arena, fitters will have one hour to fit their animal. Continue reading
2018 Dodge County Fair
Family friendly entertainment as low as $5.40 per day with the purchase of a season pass. The annual music festival and county fair entertains over 52,000 fans a year and is the largest outdoor event in the area. Continue reading
Junior Fair Market Hog Show
A judging event for 4-H youth entered in the swine project, held in the Junior Livestock Building. Swine are evaluated on functionality, structure, balance, and attractiveness. The Market Hog Show is a terminal show. Continue reading
Junior Fair Photography Judging
A judging event for 4-H youth who have captured images in photography projects. Exhibits are evaluated in the Danish judging system with a focus composition, mounting care, technique, and image quality. Continue reading
Junior Fair Crops Judging
A judging event for 4-H youth to evaluate crops and garden projects they have been growing and caring for throughout the summer. Exhibits of crops are evaluated on quality, maturity, health, appearance, and more! Continue reading
Junior Fair Child Development and Home Environment Judging
A judging event for 4-H youth in home, family, and child development projects. Youth are judged face to face on articles made for home use and/or for child development. Continue reading
Junior Fair Knitting and Crocheting Judging
Youth bring their exhibits to be judged face to face and receive comments/questions. Entries are judged and displayed in the Youth Building at the northeast corner of the Fairgrounds. Continue reading
Junior Fair Clothing Exhibit Judging
A judging event for 4-H youth exhibiting clothing projects. These exhibits are original work of the exhibitor and are made as part of a supervised project activity outside of regular school classes. Continue reading
Junior Fair Cake Decorating Judging
Exhibitors participate in this Danish style judging where items are evaluated on technique with frosting, fondant, gum paste and more! Creativity, placement, and presentation are highlighted in this popular class. Continue reading
Open Class Clothing Judging
The open-class clothing division features two basic classes: children’s garments, consisting of about 20 different categories, and adult garments, which includes more than 25 categories. Continue reading
Open Class Foods Judging
Whether your like to wow your family with decorative cakes or you prefer to make your guests cry over canned salsa so good the flavor lingers for days, there’s a category for everything. Continue reading
Open Class Home Furnishings Judging
Everything from stuffed animals to counted cross stitch to centerpieces. There’s sure to be a category for your latest Internet-inspired craft project. Continue reading
Open Class Flowers Judging
Fair goers can mosey under the grandstand during the fair and discover the world of Dodge County’s open-class flowers division. Spectacular exhibits range from bouquets of one variety and potted plants to artistic arrangements and themed compositions. Continue reading
Open Class Honey Judging
Beekeeping is a popular hobby in the Dodge and Jefferson-county area for the fellowship and education it provides. The honey open-class division presents beekeepers with the opportunity to exhibit the fruits of their trade in competition. Continue reading
Open Class Farm Crops, Vegetables, and Fruits Judging
Farming has deep roots in Dodge County, and love for the land is evident in the exhibits featured in the open-class farm crops, vegetables, and fruits division. Continue reading
Open Class Cultural Arts Judging
Dust off your brushes, sharpen your cutting blades, and replenish your paint selection, because the open-class cultural-arts division is calling all exhibitors with an artistic flair. Continue reading
Junior Fair Beef Breeding and Feeder Calves Judging
A judging event for 4-H youth competing in Beef Breeding and Feeder projects. Beef cattle are evaluated on functionality, structure, balance, and attractiveness. Continue reading
Open Class Beef Cattle Judging
Breeds include Shorthorn, Angus, Hereford, and a class for other beef breeds together. Age classifications include junior calf, senior calf, summer yearling, junior yearling, senior yearling, and cows two years and over. Continue reading
Junior Fair Market Beef and Showmanship Judging
A judging event for 4-H youth entering livestock in the beef and beef feeder project. Beef cattle are evaluated on functionality, structure, balance, and attractiveness. Continue reading
Junior Fair Fruit and Vegetables Judging
What’s growing in Dodge County youth’s garden? Exhibits are evaluated in the Danish judging system focusing on quality, uniformity, health, appearance, and more! Continue reading
Open Class Knitting and Crocheting Judging
Entries in this division are judged on suitability to purpose and design, evenness and perfection of stitches, neatness of blocking, and quality of seams and joinings. Continue reading
Pig, Duck and Goat Races on S Fairview Road
The pigs, ducks and goats from Pleasure Valley Farm of nearby Adell, WI entertain with four shows daily during the Dodge County Fair. Continue reading
Open Class Senior Citizens Judging
The senior citizen department is limited to exhibitors 62 years of age or older. It has four divisions: cultural arts, woodworking, knitting and crocheting, and home furnishings. Continue reading
Open Class Photography Judging
One of the most popular open-class categories is amateur photography. Entries in four different classes are judged on composition, clarity, and presentation. Continue reading
Kandu Magic Show on W Midway Circle
More than just a magic show, this husband and wife team combines magic, live music, sound effects, comedy and audience participation to create a show like no other. Continue reading
Wristband Day on the Midway
Kids young and old will enjoy discounted and unlimited rides during wristband day on the midway. Ride as many rides as you like with the purchase of a $25 wristband from 3 to 9pm. Continue reading
Idea Exchange with Brenda Murphy
Take a break in Radio Park and listen to cooking tips and tricks during the Brenda Murphy Idea Exchange. Brenda will feature demonstrations and recipes from local chefs. Continue reading
Wild World of Animals on N Grand Avenue
Meet a variety of animals from the wild featuring 13 different animals from all over the world like amphibians, reptiles and birds of prey. Continue reading
Open Class Sheep Judging
Open-class sheep showing is available at the Dodge County Fair for numerous breeds: Shropshire, Corriedale and Colombias, Dorset, Horned Dorset, Hampshire, Suffolk, and a class for any other breeds. Continue reading
Pig, Duck and Goat Races on S Fairview Road
The pigs, ducks and goats from Pleasure Valley Farm of nearby Adell, WI entertain with four shows daily during the Dodge County Fair. Continue reading
Junior Fair Sheep Lead Class and Breeder Judging
Sheep are evaluated in the Junior Livestock Building arena for; functionality, structure, balance, and attractiveness. All purebred breeding stock must be registered. Continue reading
Junior Fair Explorer Judging
Youth exhibit up to 8 entries in a variety of subject areas that youth have explored throughout the year. Entries are judged and displayed in the Youth Building at the northeast corner of the Fairgrounds. Continue reading
Kandu Magic Show on W Midway Circle
More than just a magic show, this husband and wife team combines magic, live music, sound effects, comedy and audience participation to create a show like no other. Continue reading
Junior Fair Market Lamb Showmanship Judging
The junior market lambs exhibit purpose is to encourage young people to produce and exhibit high-quality lambs as part of their farming program. Continue reading
Fairest of the Fair Finals
The Fairest of the Fair represents the Fair Association as the hostess of the 131st Dodge County Fair and participates in media and promotional events. Scholarship money, gifts, and interview experience are only some of the benefits of being named Fairest of the Fair. Continue reading
Wild World of Animals on N Grand Avenue
Meet a variety of animals from the wild featuring 13 different animals from all over the world like amphibians, reptiles and birds of prey. Continue reading
Pig, Duck and Goat Races on S Fairview Road
The pigs, ducks and goats from Pleasure Valley Farm of nearby Adell, WI entertain with four shows daily during the Dodge County Fair. Continue reading
Junior Fair Dog Obedience Performance Show
Youth showcase ability in dog handling and performance a result of training, obedience, and showmanship classes that take place prior to the fair. Continue reading
Badger State Truck and Tractor Pull
Badger State Tractor Pullers is the premier pulling association in the State of Wisconsin. Two tracks will provide non-stop entertainment for the whole family. Vehicles will navigate the tracks going over 25 mph, pulling a sled weighing 40,000 pounds. Continue reading
Wild and Wacky Game Show on W Midway Circle
Audience members use buckets, balloons, hula hoops, butterfly nets, plungers, and even toilet paper to make this show fun for all ages. Continue reading
Wild World of Animals on N Grand Avenue
Meet a variety of animals from the wild featuring 13 different animals from all over the world like amphibians, reptiles and birds of prey. Continue reading
Pig, Duck and Goat Races on S Fairview Road
The pigs, ducks and goats from Pleasure Valley Farm of nearby Adell, WI entertain with four shows daily during the Dodge County Fair. Continue reading
Junior Fair Rabbit and Cavy Judging
Youth participate in Danish judging and animals are evaluated on functionality, structure, balance, and attractiveness. Judging is held in the Small Animal Building on the northwest corner of the Fairgrounds. Continue reading
Junior Fair Dairy Show
A judging event for 4-H youth participating in the dairy project. Dairy breeds are evaluated on functionality, frame, balance, and udder characteristics. Continue reading
Junior Fair Cultural Arts, Natural Science, Woodworking, Electricity, Mechanical Project, Computers, Animal Science, and Youth Leadership Self-Determined Judging
A judging event for 4-H youth participating in Cultural Arts, Natural Science, Woodworking, Electricity, Mechanical Project, Computers, Animal Science, and Youth Leadership Self-Determined projects. Continue reading
Kids Day Wristbands on the Midway
Kids Day on the Midway features discounted and unlimited rides with the purchase of a $25 wristband on the midway. Ride as many rides as you like with a wristband from 1 to 5 pm followed by regular prices 5 pm to close. Continue reading
Music by Loco Vocals
The Loco Vocals perform as ambassadors for the Beaver Dam Area Community Theatre and the funds they raise go to benefit the theatre and its programs for children and adults. Continue reading
Pig, Duck and Goat Races on S Fairview Road
The pigs, ducks and goats from Pleasure Valley Farm of nearby Adell, WI entertain with four shows daily during the Dodge County Fair. Continue reading
Kandu Magic Show on W Midway Circle
More than just a magic show, this husband and wife team combines magic, live music, sound effects, comedy and audience participation to create a show like no other. Continue reading
Junior Fair Cloverbuds Judging
Youth exhibitors enter in a variety of subject areas, learn how to talk with a judge face to face about their exhibit, and receive a participation ribbon. Continue reading
Wild World of Animals on N Grand Avenue
Meet a variety of animals from the wild featuring 13 different animals from all over the world like amphibians, reptiles and birds of prey. Continue reading
Pig, Duck and Goat Races on S Fairview Road
The pigs, ducks and goats from Pleasure Valley Farm of nearby Adell, WI entertain with four shows daily during the Dodge County Fair. Continue reading
Kandu Magic Show on W Midway Circle
More than just a magic show, this husband and wife team combines magic, live music, sound effects, comedy and audience participation to create a show like no other. Continue reading
LIVE Barnshow with Uncle Bill and Barnshow Bingo
Gather around the WXRO WBEV Radio Park on Thursday night to experience the Barnshow LIVE featuring Barnshow BINGO. This is everyone’s favorite combination, Uncle Bill & BINGO. Continue reading
Wild World of Animals on N Grand Avenue
Meet a variety of animals from the wild featuring 13 different animals from all over the world like amphibians, reptiles and birds of prey. Continue reading
Pig, Duck and Goat Races on S Fairview Road
The pigs, ducks and goats from Pleasure Valley Farm of nearby Adell, WI entertain with four shows daily during the Dodge County Fair. Continue reading
Meat Animal Sale
Support the youth of Dodge County at the Meat Animal Sale on Thursday in the Farm Progress Arena. Preregistered bidders/buyers are recognized with a free dinner preceding the auction. Each exhibitor, in order to sell, must participate in a number of educational activities, raise, and show an animal of top quality. Continue reading
Wild and Wacky Game Show on W Midway Circle
Audience members use buckets, balloons, hula hoops, butterfly nets, plungers, and even toilet paper to make this show fun for all ages. Continue reading
Wild World of Animals on N Grand Avenue
Meet a variety of animals from the wild featuring 13 different animals from all over the world like amphibians, reptiles and birds of prey. Continue reading
Pig, Duck and Goat Races on S Fairview Road
The pigs, ducks and goats from Pleasure Valley Farm of nearby Adell, WI entertain with four shows daily during the Dodge County Fair. Continue reading
The Oak Ridge Boys in concert
Fans will enjoy The Oak Ridge Boys’ classic Gospel, Country, and Patriotic music – including more than a dozen national number one singles and over thirty top ten hits. Continue reading
Music by the Madpolecats
The Madpolecats unique form of entertainment was developed by fusing together traditional bluegrass instruments with reggae/ska/punk influences, making rastabilly music or, skunkgrass. Continue reading
Junior Fair Poultry Judging
Youth participate in Danish judging where animals are evaluated on functionality, structure, balance, and attractiveness. Continue reading
Junior Fair Dairy Showmanship
Youth showcase their knowledge of dairy education and compete for a variety of showmanship awards such as top production, somatic cell count, and protein production. Continue reading
Junior Britches Showmanship Contest
Youth entering grades 3-4 this school year show calves in the Junior Showmanship Contest. Judging will be based on proper showmanship techniques as demonstrated by the participant and how well the calf is trained. Organized by the Dodge County Dairy Youth Advisory Committee, the event was created to help promote interest in the Dairy Project. Continue reading
Kids Pedal Tractor Pull
Kids age 3 to 12 compete in age and weight classes in the Pedal Pull during the Dodge County Fair. Contestants should arrive 15 minutes early for registration, pedal tractors of different sizes provided. Continue reading
Flight For Life landing and learning
Families are welcome to see inside the helicopter, ask the pilots questions, and take photos with the crew. Available time of this event could vary depending on other emergencies in the area. Continue reading
Open Class Dairy Cattle Judging
Animals are exhibited in the farm progress arena by adults or children wearing white pants and a white or colored shirt, belt, and close-toed shoes. Back tags will be provide and should be displayed on the back of each exhibitor. Continue reading
Wristband Day on the Midway
Kids young and old will enjoy discounted and unlimited rides during wristband day on the midway. Ride as many rides as you like with the purchase of a $25 wristband from 12 to 5pm. Continue reading
Junior Fair Music Performance Judging
Instrumental, vocal and piano performances by youth to demonstrate their 4-H music projects. Exhibitor performances are judged face to face in Radio Park in front of a live fair audience. Continue reading
Pig, Duck and Goat Races on S Fairview Road
The pigs, ducks and goats from Pleasure Valley Farm of nearby Adell, WI entertain with four shows daily during the Dodge County Fair. Continue reading
Kandu Magic Show on W Midway Circle
More than just a magic show, this husband and wife team combines magic, live music, sound effects, comedy and audience participation to create a show like no other. Continue reading
Wild World of Animals on N Grand Avenue
Meet a variety of animals from the wild featuring 13 different animals from all over the world like amphibians, reptiles and birds of prey. Continue reading
Pig, Duck and Goat Races on S Fairview Road
The pigs, ducks and goats from Pleasure Valley Farm of nearby Adell, WI entertain with four shows daily during the Dodge County Fair. Continue reading
WXRO Barn Show and Celebrity Cream Puff Eating Contest
Arrive early to get a seat for the 23rd annual Celebrity Cream Puff Eating Contest. Uncle Bill McCollum will broadcast LIVE on WXRO 95.3 FM during the Barn Show as area celebrities compete against the clock. Continue reading
Kandu Magic Show on W Midway Circle
More than just a magic show, this husband and wife team combines magic, live music, sound effects, comedy and audience participation to create a show like no other. Continue reading
Wild World of Animals on N Grand Avenue
Meet a variety of animals from the wild featuring 13 different animals from all over the world like amphibians, reptiles and birds of prey. Continue reading
Junior Fair Swine Showmanship
Youth showcase their knowledge of swine education and compete for a variety of showmanship awards. Continue reading
Pig, Duck and Goat Races on S Fairview Road
The pigs, ducks and goats from Pleasure Valley Farm of nearby Adell, WI entertain with four shows daily during the Dodge County Fair. Continue reading
Wild and Wacky Game Show on W Midway Circle
Audience members use buckets, balloons, hula hoops, butterfly nets, plungers, and even toilet paper to make this show fun for all ages. Continue reading
Wild World of Animals on N Grand Avenue
Meet a variety of animals from the wild featuring 13 different animals from all over the world like amphibians, reptiles and birds of prey. Continue reading
Pig, Duck and Goat Races on S Fairview Road
The pigs, ducks and goats from Pleasure Valley Farm of nearby Adell, WI entertain with four shows daily during the Dodge County Fair. Continue reading
Chris Janson in concert
Grab your buddies and sing along with Janson’s recognizable setlist. Fans will recognize Janson’s 2015 breakthrough hit single, “Buy Me a Boat” and other chart-toppers including “Drunk Girl” and his No. 1 single, “Fix a Drink”. Continue reading
Music by DJ Jeff Hall
It’s party time in the Legion Beer Pavilion with music by DJ Jeff Hall sponsored by WXRO 95.3FM and WBEV 1430AM. Stop by after the grandstand show and listen to your favorite tunes from the top of the charts. Continue reading
Music by Highfield Drive
Highfield Drive in concert on the Radio Park Stage, Friday of the Dodge County Fair. Emerging in 2011, Highfield Drive is lighting up stages across Wisconsin with their high-energy performances and constantly updated selection of today’s top country. Continue reading
Junior Fair Goat Judging
Youth participate in Danish judging where goats are evaluated on functionality, structure, balance, and attractiveness. Continue reading