Welcome to the 120th edition of the Central Wisconsin State Fair. We have jam-packed the week with fun, food, entertainment, and educational opportunities that cover the entire grounds! From 4-H exhibits to carnival rides, I challenge everyone to enjoy and play like someone left the gate open. Check out the Land O’ Lakes entertainment tent starting Tuesday and until closing on Sunday, you won’t find a dull moment. On the grounds new this year is the Dominguez Attractions Family Show. This show has been traveling the country and has been seen on America’s Got Talent! Back by demand is the Pleasure Valley, racing pigs and ducks, located this year back by the Expo buildings. If you’re looking for National Entertainment, 38 Special, Hairball, and Scotty McCreery will be performing in the Thorogood Mainstage and VIP Area. On the weekend we will be having Rice’s Bull Riding and Barrel Racing and the Demolition Derby, and to think we have been doing this for 120 years! On January 22nd, 1903 a large group gathered at City Hall to organize a Fair Association. The object of this Association was the improvement of agriculture, horticulture, and the mechanical and household arts. Provisions were made for cattle shows and general fairs. The new fair was to be held in Marshfield at the City Driving Park. The park had been established in 1892 by a group interested in horse racing. And that’s how it all began. Happy Anniversary Central Wisconsin State Fair!!
Thank you for attending and please thank and visit our sponsors! We couldn’t do this without them! Now let’s play like someone left the gate open!
-DALE CHRISTIANSEN CWSF EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Tuesday, August 22
OPEN TO CLOSE
Adults (13+) .................................. $5
Children 12 & Under ............... FREE
Adults (13+) ....................... $10
Children (5–12) ................... $5
Children Under 5 .......... FREE
Tickets are 1/2 PRICE for adults (ages 13+) and FREE for children 12 and under.
Adults (13+) ...................... $30
Children (5–12) ................. $15
Children Under 5 .......... FREE
Tuesday 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
FREE GATE ADMISSION
Patrons must enter and exit through Gate D (corner of Peach Ave and 17th Street).
Season Gate Passes and Grandstand Tickets can be purchased in the fair office or on our website:
WWW.CENTRALWISCONSINSTATEFAIR.COM
Daily gate passes can be purchased at the gate on the day you arrive.
Wednesday, August 23
OPEN TO CLOSE
Seniors (62+) ............................... $5
A valid ID must be presented for discount
Wednesday, August 23
9 A.M. TO 3 P.M.
Veterans ............................... $5
All active or retired military personnel (ages 18+) and their spouse or significant other. Must present a military ID for discount.
Adults (13+) ....................... $10
Children (5–12) ................... $5
Children Under 5 .......... FREE
Saturday, August 26
11 A.M. TO 2 P.M.
BOGO--Buy 1 Adult pass and get the 2nd Adult or Child
Pass for FREE!
Adults (13+) ....................... $10
Children (5–12) ................... $5
Children Under 5 .......... FREE
Sunday, August 27
CORNER STONE CHURCH SERVICE @ 9:00
BRENDON BROOKS CHRISTIAN MUSIC
BEGINNING AT 10-11:30 A.M. | FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT TENT
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 23
6:30 p.m. | Jer Lang Show Palace
We would like to invite you to participate in the Market Animal Sale Auction. This auction is the result of months of hard work for Wood County 4-H and FFA members. The livestock offers a unique opportunity for youth to market their animals and to then expand their future livestock projects or assist with future endeavors. In addition, it offers a wonderful opportunity to support the youth of our community.
As a buyer, an effort is made to advertise and promote your involvement and support. The winning bidders will be announced during the sale. Buyers receive a complimentary photograph of the member and animal. Grand and Reserve Champions also have their pictures taken with the buyers after the sale. All the animals are raised by our local FFA or 4-H members as a part of their project work for the Fair.
WEDNESDAY- AUGUST 23
Opens at Noon: 12-5 $2 Rides & Pay One Price Wristband (5pm-10pm) $35
THURSDAY- AUGUST 24
Opens at Noon: Senior Day- $2 Ferris Wheel Rides & Pay One Price Wristband (5pm-10pm) $35
FRIDAY- AUGUST 25
Opens at Noon: One Less Ticket Day (12pm-5pm)
SATURDAY- AUGUST 26
Opens at Noon: Kids Day Pay One Price Wristband (12pm-5pm) $35
SUNDAY- AUGUST 27
Opens at Noon: Last Blast Pay One Price Wristband (12pm-5pm) $30
Individual Ride tickets also for sale everyday. Please contact Mredsmidways@gmail.com with questions.
TUES, AUGUST 22 | 7:30 p.m. FREE WITH GATE ADMISSION
Performing in The Family Entertainment Tent
The Dweebs family band features Michael Blue, his two sons, and his daughter. They travel the country performing at Fairs, Festivals, Public, Private, and Company events. Playing all your favorite top 40 hits from the ‘60s through today. Colorful costumes, crazy stage antics, and lots of crowd participation are all a staple at every Dweebs show. With over 30 years in the music industry, The Dweebs continue to deliver top-quality entertainment and fun for all who attend.
WED, AUGUST 23 | 7:30 p.m.
TICKETS INCLUDE GATE ADMISSION IF PURCHASED BEFORE ENTERING THE FAIR
$30 GRANDSTAND | $40 TRACKSIDE | $70 VIP Performing in the Grandstand
After more than four decades, 38 SPECIAL continues to bring their signature blast of Southern Rock to over 100 cities a year. At each and every show, thousands of audience members are amazed by the explosive power of the band’s performance. Their many Gold and Platinum album awards stand in testament to the endurance of a legendary powerhouse. Guitarist/vocalist DON BARNES says it’s all about maintaining that intensity in their live shows. “We never wanted to be one of those bands that had maybe gotten a little soft or complacent over the years. We’re a team, and it’s always been kind of an unspoken rule that we don’t slack up, we stack up. We go out there every night to win.” Completing the team are bassist BARRY DUNAWAY, drummer GARY MOFFATT, and keyboardist/vocalist BOBBY CAPPS. The most recent addition to the band is legendary virtuoso guitarist and vocalist JERRY RIGGS. For 38 Special onstage, it is a celebration of camaraderie and brotherhood, a precision unit bringing dedication and honesty to a long history of classic songs, as well as surprisingly fresh new material. Since 1976, the band has released more than 15 albums. And from the start, they’ve toured relentlessly, bringing their signature brand of ‘muscle and melody’ to fans worldwide. It is that steely determination that lives on in the hearts of these ‘Wild-Eyed Southern Boys.’
THURS, AUGUST 24 | 7:30 p.m.
$25 GRANDSTAND | $35 TRACKSIDE | $45 VIP
Performing in the Grandstand
Tickets include gate admission if purchased before entering the fair
A band puts on a concert - Hairball puts on an event! Hairball is a Rock & Roll experience you won’t soon forget. The lights, sound, smoke, fire, bombs, and screaming hoards of avid fans...to merely call it a concert would be like calling Mount Rushmore a roadside attraction! Vocalists Joe Dandy, Kris Vox, and Dave Moody lead the band through a 2+ hour, mind-blowing, and dropdead accurate homage to some of the biggest arena acts in the world. Van Halen, KISS, Motley Crue, Queen, Journey, and Aerosmith are but a few of the acts fans will see brought to life.
FRI, AUGUST 25 | 7:30 p.m.
TICKETS INCLUDE GATE ADMISSION IF PURCHASED BEFORE ENTERING THE FAIR $35 GRANDSTAND | $50 TRACKSIDE | $75 VIP
Performing in the Grandstand
Scotty McCreery kicked off his Damn Strait Tour in January 2023. Same Truck: The Deluxe Album contains two No. 1 RIAA Gold-certified hit songs “You Time” and “Damn Strait,” and his current single “It Matters to Her,” as well as six additional new songs not on the original album. In total, McCreery has achieved 5 consecutive No. 1 hits in the last few years. His last album Seasons Change, the RIAA Gold-certified project which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Country Album chart: the RIAA Double Platinum-certified “Five More Minutes,” the RIAA Platinum-certified “This Is It,” which stayed at the top of the charts for two weeks, and RIAA Gold-certified “In Between.” McCreery co-wrote all 11 songs on Seasons Change, which Rolling Stone named as one of the “40 Best Country and Americana Albums of 2018.” With five consecutive No.1 hits to his credit, he’s earned one Double Platinum, four Platinum, and four Gold singles; one Platinum and two Gold albums; won the 10th season of “American Idol” in 2011; was named the ACM New Artist of the Year in 2011; won the CMT Music Award for Breakthrough Video of the Year (‘The Trouble with Girls’) in 2012; American Country Awards for New Artist of the Year in 2011 and Breakthrough Artist of the Year in 2013; BMI Awards for writing One of the Top 50 Country Songs of the Year five times (in 2015 for “See You Tonight,” in 2018 for “Five More Minutes,” in 2019 for “This is It,” and 2021 for “In Between,” and in 2022 for “You Time”); a Carolina Beach Music Award for National Dance Song of the Year (‘Barefootin’’) in 2018; the NSAI Nashville Songwriter Award for One of the Top Ten Songs I Wish I’d Written (‘Five More Minutes’) McCreery launched his recording career by making history in 2011 as both the first country artist and the youngest male artist of any genre to debut his first studio album, the Platinum-certified Clear as Day, at No. 1 on the all-genre Billboard Top 200 Albums chart. For more information, visit www.ScottyMcCreery.com.
SATURDAY, AUG. 26 | 7:30 P.M.
$25 Adults | $15 Children (performing in Grandstand)
Tickets include Gate Admission if bought before entering the Fair Rice Bull Riding Co was founded in 1997 and has grown to be the largest of its kind in the Midwest. All our events are professionally sanctioned by the CBRA (Central Bull Riders Association) as of 2017. We are a full-service family-operated Bull Riding Company located in Medford Wisconsin and Highlandville Missouri. With over 100 bulls in our network, we are able to hand-select the perfect set of bulls for all event levels, all the way to awardwinning PBR bulls. This will be action-packed top-ranked Professional Bull Riding from start to finish.
SUNDAY, AUG. 27 | 2 P.M.
Adults $25 | Children $15
Performing in Grandstand
Are you ready for a SMASHING good time? Then grab your tickets and come watch the crash’em smash’em action at this year’s Demolition Derby at the Central Wisconsin State Fair! Watch as drivers duke it out to see who can outlast the rest and make it into the finals for big prize money! You won’t want to miss this!
TUESDAY, AUGUST 22 10:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m. Merchandise & Craft Vendors Open (Expo Buildings)
2:00–5:00 p.m. Hand Picked - Bluegrass Band
4:00–4:30 p.m.
5:00–6:00 p.m.
Pleasure Valley Pig & Duck Races
Dominguez Attraction Show
6:00–6:30 p.m. Pig, Duck, Goat Race
7:00–8:00 p.m. Dominguez Attraction Show
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 23
10:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m. Merchandise & Craft Vendors Open (Expo Buildings)
11:30–2:30 p.m. Hayes Boys - Polka
12:30–1:00 p.m.
3:00–3:30 p.m.
3:30 p.m.
4:15–4:45 p.m.
5:00 p.m.
5:00–6:00 p.m.
6:00–6:30 p.m.
6:30–7:30 p.m.
Pleasure Valley Pig & Duck Races
Pleasure Valley Pig & Duck Races
The Memories
Pleasure Valley Pig & Duck Races
The Memories
Dominguez Attraction Show
Pleasure Valley Pig & Duck Races
Dominguez Attraction Show
7:30 p.m. .............................................38 Special
9:30-11:30 p.m. ..................................Petty Things - Tom Petty Tribute
THURSDAY, AUGUST 24
10:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m. ......................Merchandise & Craft Vendors Open (Expo Buildings)
10:00 a.m.-11:30 p.m.
11:30–12:30 p.m.
12:30–1:00 p.m.
Fairest of the Fair Build-A-Crown
The String Showdown
Pleasure Valley Pig & Duck Races
1:00–3:30 p.m. ..................................Joe G
3:00–3:30 p.m. ................................Pleasure Valley Pig & Duck Races
4:00–5:00 p.m. ...............................The String Showdown
4:15–4:45 p.m. ..................................Pleasure Valley Pig & Duck Races
5:00–6:00 p.m. .................................Dominguez Attraction Show
6:00–7:15 p.m.
6:00–6:30 p.m.
6:30–7:30 p.m.
7:30 p.m.
9:00–11:30 p.m.
Hub City Jazz
Pleasure Valley Pig & Duck Races
Dominguez Attraction Show
Hairball (Rock Band)
Killing Rapunzel (Rock Band)
FRIDAY, AUGUST 25
10:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m. ......................Merchandise & Craft Vendors Open (Expo Buildings)
11:30–12:30 p.m. The String Showdown
12:30–1:00 p.m. Pleasure Valley Pig & Duck Races
1:00–2:30 p.m. .................................FoxFire Affair
2:00–3:00 p.m. .................................Dominguez Attraction Show
2:45–3:45 p.m. The String Showdown
3:00–3:30 p.m. Pleasure Valley Pig & Duck Races
4:00–5:00 p.m. Main Street Conservatory of Dance
4:15–4:45 p.m. ..................................Pleasure Valley Pig & Duck Races
5:00–6:00 p.m. .................................Dominguez Attraction Show
5:30 p.m. ............................................Fairest Pie Auction
6:00–6:30 p.m. ................................Pleasure Valley Pig & Duck Races
6:00 p.m. ............................................Horse Pull
6:30–7:30 p.m. ..................................Dominguez Attraction Show
7:00 p.m. ............................................Rockland Road (Opening for Scotty McCreery)
7:30 p.m. .............................................Scotty McCreery
9:00–11:30 p.m. High Country
SATURDAY, AUGUST 26
10:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m. Merchandise & Craft Vendors Open (Expo Buildings)
11:30–12:30 p.m. ...............................The String Showdown
12:30–1:00 p.m. ................................Pleasure Valley Pig & Duck Races
1:00 p.m. .............................................Pedal Tractor Races
2:00–3:00 p.m. .................................Dominguez Attraction Show
3:00–3:30 p.m. ................................Pleasure Valley Pig & Duck Races
3:30–4:30 p.m. The String Showdown
4:15–4:45 p.m. Pleasure Valley Pig & Duck Races
5:00–6:00 p.m. Dominguez Attraction Show
5:00–7:00 p.m. ................................Red Higgins and Freedom Train
6:00 p.m. ............................................10 Horse Pyramid Hitch
6:00–6:30 p.m. ................................Pleasure Valley Pig & Duck Races
6:30–7:30 p.m. ..................................Dominguez Attraction Show
7:30 p.m. .............................................Bull Riding & Barrel Racing
9:00–12:00 p.m. ..............................Rockland Road
SUNDAY, AUGUST 27
9:00 a.m. Church Service; Corner Stone Church
11:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Merchandise & Craft Vendors Open (Expo Buildings)
10:00–11:30 a.m. ..............................Brendan Brooks Christian Music
12:00–3:00 p.m. ..............................The Cronicks
12:30–1:00 p.m. ................................Pleasure Valley Pig & Duck Races
1:00 p.m. .............................................Pedal Tractor Races
2:00 p.m. ............................................Demo Derby
1:30–2:30 p.m. ...................................Dominguez Attraction Show
2:00–2:30 p.m. ................................Pleasure Valley Pig & Duck Races
3:30–4:00 p.m. ................................Pleasure Valley Pig & Duck Races
4:00 p.m. ............................................Fair Raffle Drawing
4:30–5:30 p.m.
Dominguez Attraction Show
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 23
3:30 P.M. & 5:00 P.M.
Celebrating their 50th year in 2022, The Memories have entertained audiences across the country. With their unique harmonies and great songs, this Wisconsin-based duo is made up of Warren Petryk and Tim Stevens. Performing at fairs & festivals, community concerts and corporate events – The Memories continue to deliver a show that has been described as “Music, Laughter, and Wonderful Times.” These guys are true pros. You hear it in their voices and see it with the way they connect with each and every audience they perform for. If you enjoy music and showmanship done right, then you are going to enjoy The Memories.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 26
5:00 - 7:00 P.M.
Red Higgins is a Nashville recording artist, singer/ songwriter, and entertainer of traditional country music. Red and the rest of his energetic band bring great entertainment for the whole family to enjoy.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 25
OPENING ACT FOR SCOTTY M c CREERY
SATURDAY, AUGUST 26
9:00–11:30 P.M.
Rockland Road is six musicians who share the last name Martin—representing four generations of musical heritage—all vocalists who among them play 23 different instruments. It is a powerhouse group featuring soulful vocals imbued with a pure, exuberant joy worthy of the talented blood that flows through this family’s veins. Fueled by a mutual passion for multiple genres and longing for a fun, family-friendly musical experience for their kids, Paul and Jamie Martin began singing together in 2010 with their four children: March, Kell, Texas, and Tallant. Quickly realizing that the kids all showed an uncanny knack for hearing harmonies, as well as for playing instruments, they began performing shows together.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 25
4:00 - 5:00 P.M.
Main Street Conservatory of Dance’s Jazz Dance Company and the Marshfield Youth Ballet Company invite you to join them for their 2023-24 performance entitled “The Music in Me”. Enjoy choreography celebrating an array of music genres including jazz, classical, rock & roll, calypso, pop, soul, country, and more!
THURSDAY, AUGUST 24
11:30 - 12:30 P.M.
4:00 - 5:00 P.M.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 25
11:30 - 12:30 P.M.
2:45 - 3:45 P.M.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 26
11:30 - 12:30 P.M.
3:30 - 4:30 P.M.
More interactive than a band, more exciting than a DJ, more unique than dueling pianos… The String Showdown is about to be your new favorite act for corporate events, fundraisers, festivals, and more!
Multi-instrumentalists Mike Lauer (George Maurer, Bobby Vee) and Greg Byers (Kat Perkins, Trans-Siberian Orchestra) collide in The String Showdown! Get ready for a fun & fast-paced performance full of sweet licks and hilarious riffs! As a dueling string duo, they rock you with a mishmash of your favorite hits from radio, TV, and movies compelling your audience to clap, dance and sing along. You’ll be amazed at their instrumental prowess while you crack up at their irreverent, family-friendly humor.
Each show is crafted to entertain; with the perfect blend of crowd engagement, comedy, and musical magic. Find out why The String Showdown is the Midwest’s hottest blend of musicianship and entertainment; book them today!
SUNDAY, AUGUST 27
10:00 A.M. - 11:30 A.M.
The first thing you should know about me is that I love Jesus. I was born and raised in a very rural area in southwest Wisconsin. Go Packers! I started playing guitar at age 15 and began leading worship for a youth group at 16. In 2007 I helped start a band called Finding Fortress. After varied success and drama through an opportunity to move to Nashville we fell apart in 2011. Through it all I now see God was saying now is not the time or place. After heading to Nashville my first solo album was released in the summer of 2016. I am a worship leader at heart but also love getting people on their feet clapping and singing along to my original music.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 22
7:00 P.M.
2023 Theme:
TO BEEF OR NOT TO BEEF
JER LANG SHOW PALACE
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 23
9:00–11:00 P.M.
Sponsored By:
Nasonville Dairy INC.
Valley Communities Credit Union
Nelson Jameson INC.
Ag Country Farm Credit Services
Success Realty INC.
Forward Bank
Farm Credit Service
American Family Insurance
- Randy LeMoine
Daves Expert Auto
Darrell & Brenda Sternweis
THURSDAY, AUGUST 24
6:00 - 7:15 P.M.
Hub City Jazz is a swingin’ seven piece jazz ensemble based in Central Wisconsin. This group plays wonderful jazz for dancing and easy listening with their style ranging from 30’s to the 70’s, including music of Miles Davis, John Coltrane, Horace Silver, Carlos Jobim, Herbie Hancock and more.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 25
9:00 - 11:30 P.M.
Come listen to your Favorite Country Hits!
FRIDAY, AUGUST 25
2:00 - 7:00 P.M.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 26
2:00 - 7:00 P.M.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 27
1 2:00 - 5:00 P.M.
“The Midwest’s Premier Balloon Artist” Balloons by Kevin originated as my humble goal to learn balloon art in summer 2012 and has transformed into my FT job that provides professional entertainment and/or decor to hundreds of clients across the midwestpredominantly in MN, WI, and IA.
SATURDAY, AUG 26 1:00 P.M.
Ages 4-8
We’re excited to bring back the Children’s Pedal Tractor Races! Prizes will be awarded to the top three in each age division. Sponsored by:
REGISTRATION HELD AT NOON TILL RACE TIME, BOTH DAYS RACES HELD ON 17TH STREET BY THE ROUND BARN IMPLEMENT
SUNDAY, AUG 27 1:00 P.M.
HAPPENING THOUGHOUT THE ENTIRE WEEK!
A 20-minute high energy show for all to enjoy! Guests cheer on the pigs and ducks as they race to get the cookie! Check the schedule for times.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 22
5:00-6:00 P.M., 7:00-8:00 P.M.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 23
5:00-6:00 P.M., 6:30-7:30 P.M.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 24
5:00-6:00 P.M., 6:30-7:30 P.M.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 25
2-3:00 P.M., 5-6:00 P.M., 6:30-7:30 P.M.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 26
2-3:00 P.M., 5-6:00 P.M., 6:30-7:30
SUNDAY, AUGUST 27
1:30-2:30 P.M., 4:30-5:30 P.M.
Saturday, August 26th
HALTER: 10:00 A.M.
HITCHING: 2:00 P.M.
Sunday, August 27th
HITCHING: NOON
10 horse pyramid hitch
Saturday, August 26th 6:00 P.M.
Sunday, August 27th
SPONSORED BY HAY CHIX AND STRUCTURES UNLIMITED
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 23
WISCONSIN ROOTS: A HISTORICAL JOURNEY
History is all around us! From 4H celebrating 100 years to the history of the fair and our famous round barn! Do we have the stories to tell! Join us to learn the story behind what we know today.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 24
WISCONSIN WILDERNESS WOWS: A JOURNEY THROUGH NATURE
Nature is all around us in Wisconsin. From the cranes at Sandhill to the various wildlife at the Mead Wildlife area, Wisconsin has a treasure trove of nature to watch and study. Come to learn about nature that is all around us!
FRIDAY, AUGUST 25
BADGER BOUNTY: COOL CREATIONS FROM THE BADGER STATE
From Cranberries to honey, Wisconsin has a lot to offer. We will spend the day exploring many different agricultural products from Wisconsin and enjoy a cooking demonstration.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 26
YOUTH DISCOVERY DAY: ADVENTURE AWAITS
Milk, Cheese, and Ice Cream – Oh My! We have SUCH a strong dairy industry in our state. Come see us to “guess the cheese”, learn all about locally made ice cream, and enjoy a cooking demonstration with local dairy products!
SUNDAY, AUGUST 27
SUN, SOIL, & SUSTAINABILITY: A JOURNEY TO SUSTAINABILITY
Homesteading is quite the buzz right now, and we will talk about different methods of gardening, preserving, cooking demonstrations, and more. Everything old is new again!
TUESDAY, AUGUST 22
8:00 a.m. Swine Judging - East End of Show Palace
9:00 a.m. Beef Judging - West End of Show Palace
Poultry Judging - Small Animal Building
Cultural Arts, Foods & Nutrition Judging - Jr. Fair Building
12 Noon Horse Judging - Horse Arena
Sheep Judging - West End of Show Palace
1:00 p.m. Foods & Nutrition Judging - Jr. Fair Building
2:00p.m. Dairy Fitting Special - North Side of Knoll Barn
6:30 p.m. Best Dressed Dairy Contest - Show Palace
7:00 p.m. Dress a Cow Contest - Show Palace
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 23
8:00 a.m. Dairy Judging - West End of Show Palace
Exotic Animals/Llama Judging - East End of Show Palace
9:00 a.m. Horse Judging - Horse Arena
11:00 a.m. Supreme Showman Contest - East End of Show Palace
1:30 a.m. Llama Judging - East End of Show Palace
2:00 p.m. Goat Judging - West End of Show Palace
6:30 p.m. Market Animal Sale - Show Palace
THURSDAY, AUGUST 24
8:00 a.m. Dairy Judging - West End of Show Palace
9:30 a.m. Small Animal & Cat Judging - Hockey Building
10:00 a.m. Horse Judging - Horse Arena
1:00 p.m. Junior Fair Awards Program - Show Palace
2:00 p.m. Junior Fair Animals released
FRIDAY, AUGUST 25
8:00 a.m. All buildings open
12 Noon Rabbit Judging - Small Animal Building
SATURDAY, AUGUST 26 8:00 a.m.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 27
8:00 a.m. Dog Judging - Hockey Building
6:00 p.m. All Exhibits Released
MONDAY, AUGUST 21
6:30 p.m. Flower & Potted Plant Judging - Hockey Building
TUESDAY, AUGUST 22
9:00 a.m. Poultry Judging - Small Animal Building
9:00 a.m.
Foods & Nutrition, Photography, and Plant & Soil Science Judging - Hockey Building
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 23
9:00 a.m
Cultural Arts and Clothing, Knitting & Crocheting and Home Environment Judging - Hockey Building
THURSDAY, AUGUST 24
11:00 a.m. Cat Judging - Hockey Building
FRIDAY, AUGUST 25
9:00 a.m. Beef Judging - West End of Show Palace
Dairy Goat Judging - East End of Show Palace
12 Noon Dairy Judging - West End of Show Palace
SATURDAY, AUGUST 26
9:00 a.m. Dairy Judging - West End of Show Palace
Dairy Goat Judging - East End of Show Palace
Sheep Judging - Alba Bump Barn
Rabbit Judging - Small Animal Barn
10:00 a.m.
2:00 p.m.
Draft Horse Halter Classes - Horse Arena
Llama Costume Class followed by Obstacle Course Classes - Show Palace
Draft Horse Hitch Classes - Horse Arena
SUNDAY, AUGUST 27
9:00 a.m. Dairy Goat Judging - East End of Show Palace
10:00 a.m. Sheep Fitting Class - Alba Bump Barn
Little Britches - Show Palace
Draft Horse Hitch Classes - Horse Arena
12:30 p.m. Sheep Costume Class - Alba Bump Barn
1:30 p.m. Sheep Showmanship Class - Alba Bump Barn
Ashley Hagenow is a recent graduate of the University of Minnesota, where she earned her Bachelor’s degree in agricultural communication and marketing, with minors in animal science and agricultural and food business management. Throughout college, she was involved in Agriculture Future of America, the National Agri-Marketing Association, the Gopher Dairy Club, and the University of Minnesota dairy challenge and dairy judging teams. “To serve in the role of Alice in Dairyland, as the official ambassador of Wisconsin’s abundant and diverse agriculture industry, is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, “ said Hagenow. “I have always loved connecting with others about agriculture, and Alice has the ability to connect with a wide variety of consumers to share more about this dynamic industry and the hardworking individuals who make it possible.” Alice in Dairyland is a one-year, full-time public relations professional employed by the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection (WI DATCP). Each year, Alice in Dairyland travels more than 30,000 miles throughout the state, promoting Wisconsin agriculture (stat. 93.40(1) (e) and stat. 93.44 (2)) to various audiences. Additionally, she will conduct hundreds of media interviews, speeches, and school presentations.
Sharlene Swedlund, of Green County Fair serves as the 2022 Wisconsin Fairest of the Fairs representing the Wisconsin Association of Fairs and the Wisconsin State Fair. The Wisconsin Fairest of the Fairs program was created 57 years ago to select an ambassador for the Wisconsin Association of Fairs, which represents 75 county, district, and state Fairs in Wisconsin. Each year, the Wisconsin Fairest of the Fairs travels throughout the state promoting the educational, agricultural, social, cultural, and commercial opportunities available at Wisconsin’s incredible Fairs. This role is comprised of greeting Fairgoers and special guests, performing as the master of ceremonies for events, participating in various contests, and representing the State Fair during special media appearances. Swedlund will serve a one-year term, and her responsibilities include appearances at Fairs and events throughout the state, working with media, and promoting the importance of Wisconsin Fairs.
Hello, My name is Taylor Kundinger. I am overjoyed to be the 2023 Central Wisconsin State Fair Fairest of the Fair.
I have recently graduated from Marshfield High School, and plan to attend the University of Stevens Point for Elementary Education. I live on a small hobby farm, where my family raises beef cattle and ornamental poultry. I have been involved with the Central Wisconsin State Fair ever since I was very young. My mother has a picture of me at the fair at 2 weeks old, showing sheep in open class. As long as I can remember, my family has exhibited at the fair. I am a third generation exhibitor with my parents as well as with my Nana and Papa. We started with sheep, but as my sister and I got older, we realized that we like showing beef more. So, we made a switch to cattle and I have been showing cattle ever since. In 2019, my second year of showing, I had the great honor of winning my showmanship class in the junior show at the Central Wisconsin State Fair.
I believe that the Fairest of the Fair program is a great way for young women to get involved in their community. This program has helped me work on my communication skills. I have had the pleasure of attending many events and meeting new people. My favorite events are the Dairy Breakfasts, not only do they have great food, but it is a great way to interact with the community. At these events, one can really see the community come together and enjoy a wonderful breakfast. A special thank you to the ambassadors who have been at my side this summer. I hope to see you all at the Central Wisconsin State fair!
Thorogood/Weinbrenner Shoe Company
Land O’ Lakes
Nasonville Dairy
Rural Mutual Insurance
Nikolai Construction
Sternweis & Sons
Forward Bank
Marshfield Insurance
Kwik Trip
Hotel Marshfield
First State Bank
Felker Brothers Corporation
Chips Cellcom
Bents Chiropractic
Pomp’s Tire Service
Mullins Cheese
McMillan Warner Mutual Insurance
Chili Implement
Success Realty
Re/Max
EO Johnson
ACE Ethanol
Anderson O’Brien
Jerry Lang Estate
Don Anderson Family
Market Animal Sale
Junior Fair
Nasonville Dairy
Wood County Holstein
Auburndale FFA Alumni
Sternweis and Sons
Nikolai Construction
Don Anderson Family
Nikolai Construction
Sternweis and Sons
Jerry Lang Estate Market Animal Sale
Junior Fair
Wood County Holstein
Nasonville Dairy
Auburndale FFA
Marshfield FFA
Hewitt Meats
Nasonville Dairy is located right outside of Marshfield, in Central Wisconsin, where local cheesemakers have produced traditional Wisconsin cheeses on the same site for over 125 years. Today we buy milk from 180 farm families and convert that into more than 100,000 pounds of exceptional cheese each day. We are committed to support local dairy farmers and use fresh milk from our neighbors' farms to make Nasonville's award-winning cheeses.
Nasonville Dair y Retail S tore
N14505 Sandhill Avenue
Hwy 29 and Sandhill Avenue
Cur tiss, WI 54422
715-223-3338
Store Hours: Mon. - Fr i.: 8:00am - 5:30pm Sat.: 8:00am - 4:00pm Closed Sundays
Just West of Abbotsford and East of Cur tiss... You cannot miss that br ight yellow building!
Weber’s Farm Store
9706 Cty Rd H
Marsh eld, WI 54449
715-384-5639
Store Hours:
Mon. - Fri.: 8:00am - 7:00pm Sat.: 8:00am - 5:00pm Sun.: Closed
Nasonville Dair y
10898 Hwy 10 West Marsh eld, WI 54449
715-676-2177
Store Hours: Mon. - Fri.: 8:00am - 5:00pm Sat.: 8:00am - Noon Sun.: Closed
