Military Appreciation Day – Thursday, July 16
Our military men and women, along with their immediate families, will receive FREE admission to the fair when they present their military ID. Special program and activities will be held throughout the day.
Click here for more information and details on how you can participate!
Family Play Day - Thursday, July 16
Dane County 4-H is proud to sponsor Family Play Day at the Dane County Fair. Parents are encouraged to bring their children and participate together in educational activities and games. Take some ideas for homemade fun with you!
Mad Rollin Dolls Roller Derby – Thursday, July 16
Be in the Exhibition Hall at 5:00 p.m. for a Roller Derby showdown! Stars and Stripes Teams from the Mad Rollin’ Dolls league will compete in a fast pace, hard-hitting competition! Come see what it is all about.
Youth Day – Friday, July 17
Specially designed activities for kids of all ages! Visit the Exhibition Hall
for fun games and activities. Take a few minutes to decorate cookies or make a puppet.
Activities start at 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the Exhibition Hall.
Agri-Versity – Friday, July 17
Come and test your knowledge about agriculture! Meet pigs, goats and other furry, fun creatures. Plus create and take home projects made of soybeans and other agricultural material. Do you have what it takes to be an Agri-Veristy graduate?
AARP|Walgreens Wellness Tour – Friday, July 17 – Sunday, July 19, noon-8pm
Stop by for free health screenings and health education just outside the Exhibition Hall. Available screenings are worth over $140 and no appointment is necessary. Screenings include: Total Cholesterol Levels; Blood Pressure; Bone Density; Glucose Levels; Waist Circumference; and Body Mass Index.
Rural Mutual Insuance Family Safety Day – Saturday, July 18
The Fire Trucks and Rescue Vehicles parade will kick-off Safety Day!
Then these vehicles will be on display to climb on and see what it is like to sit in the “hot seat”.
At 2:00 p.m. an extrication simulation will take place in front of the stage.
See how emergency personnel respond to such accidents. Activities start at 1:00 p.m.
Hybridfest Green Drive Expo - Saturday, July 18 & Sunday, July 19
Back again this year at the Dane County Fair is Hybridfest Green Drive Expo.
The largest collection of hybrid cars in the Midwest will be on display for fair-goers.
Today take the time to “Talk To an Owner” during the sessions.
Also, you will be able to participate
in free green vehicle test drives (access via rear of Exhibition Hall) and
take in exhibitor and vendor booths and see the MPG Challenge winning cars on display.
For more information about Hybridfest check out their website.
Tractor Parade – Saturday, July 18
A parade of tractors that are all colors and sizes will be on
display from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. This is a great chance to climb
right up into the driver’s seat of the awesome machines.
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Youth Exhibit Judging Schedule |
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Monday
July 13, 2009 |
4:45 p.m. |
Foods & Nutrition |
Exhibition Hall
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Youth Exhibit Judging Schedule |
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Tuesday
July 14, 2009 |
1:00 p.m. |
Cloverbuds, Flowers & House Plants, Plant & Soil Science, Animal & Veterinary Science, Natural Sciences, Cultural Arts, Photography, Clothing, Knitting & Crocheting, Family & Child Development, Demonstrations & Presentations, Self-determined & Youth Leadership, Woodworking and Health, Social & Political Sciences. |
Exhibition Hall
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4:00 p.m. |
Caged Birds, Computers, Exploring |
Exhibition Hall
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6:00 p.m. |
Pocket Pets |
Exhibition Hall
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Youth Exhibit Judging Schedule |
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Wednesday
July 15, 2009 |
8:00 a.m. |
Poultry |
Barn 3
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8:30 a.m. |
Clothing, Plant & Soil Sciences, Flowers & House Plants, Photography, Electricity, Mechanical Projects, Home Furnishings/Environment |
Exhibition Hall
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9:00 a.m. |
Beef Cattle |
Arena
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10:00 a.m |
Cavies (Guinea Pigs) |
Barn 3
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10:45 a.m. |
Model Horses |
Exhibition Hall
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11:00 a.m |
Exotic Domestic Animals - Non Llama |
Barn 5
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2:00 p.m. |
Booth & Project Displays |
Exhibition Hall
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6:00 p.m. |
Horses/Driving, Other Equine & Drill Team |
Arena
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6:00 p.m. |
Sheep |
Barn 5
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Stage Entertainment on the Dejope Stage |
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Jeremih
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Carnival |
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Noon - 11 p.m. |
All-you-can-ride $25 from Noon to 6:00 p.m. |
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Outdoor Entertainment |
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3:00 p.m. |
The Winn Family Thrill Show |
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3:45 p.m. |
Timber Tina’s World Champion Lumberjills |
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4:45 p.m. |
Welde’s Big Bear Show |
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5:15 p.m. |
The Winn Family Thrill Show |
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6:00 p.m. |
Timber Tina’s World Champion Lumberjills |
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7:00 p.m. |
Welde’s Big Bear Show |
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7:30 p.m. |
The Winn Family Thrill Show |
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8:15 p.m. |
Timber Tina’s World Champion Lumberjills |
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9:00 p.m. |
Welde’s Big Bear Show |
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Thursday
July 16, 2009 |
Military Appreciation Day
Youth Exhibit Judging Schedule |
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8:00 a.m. |
Swine |
Barn 10
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8:30 a.m. |
Rabbits |
Barn 3
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9:00 a.m. |
Dairy Showmanship |
Arena
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12:00 Noon |
Exotic Domestic Animals, Llama |
Barn 11
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12:30 p.m. |
Grade Holsteins |
Arena
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4:00 p.m. |
Horse - Trail |
Arena
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7:00 p.m. |
Meat Animal Sale - Hall B |
Exhibition Hall
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Stage Entertainment on the Dejope Stage |
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Smile Empty Soul |
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Carnival |
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Noon - 11 p.m. |
Pepsi Ride Day! - All Rides Just 1 Ticket |
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Outdoor Entertainment |
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3:00 p.m. |
The Winn Family Thrill Show |
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3:45 p.m. |
Timber Tina’s World Champion Lumberjills |
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4:45 p.m. |
Welde’s Big Bear Show |
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5:15 p.m. |
The Winn Family Thrill Show |
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6:00 p.m. |
Timber Tina’s World Champion Lumberjills |
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7:00 p.m. |
Welde’s Big Bear Show |
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7:30 p.m. |
The Winn Family Thrill Show |
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8:15 p.m. |
Timber Tina’s World Champion Lumberjills |
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9:00 p.m. |
Welde’s Big Bear Show |
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Youth Exhibit Judging Schedule |
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Friday
July 17, 2009 |
9:00 a.m. |
Dairy Cattle |
Arena
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9:00 a.m. |
Sheep |
Barn 5
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11:00 a.m. |
Cats |
Exhibition Hall
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11:00 a.m. |
Tractor Driving |
East Parking Lot
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2:00 p.m. |
Horses/Dressage/Musical Freestyle |
Arena
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7:00 p.m. |
Small Animal Market Sale |
Barn 3
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Stage Entertainment on the Dejope Stage |
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Trailer Choir with Tuscan Road |
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Carnival |
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Noon - 11 p.m. |
All-you-can-ride $25 from Noon to 6:00 p.m. / $20 with coupon from the Wisconsin State Journal. |
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Outdoor Entertainment |
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3:00 p.m. |
The Winn Family Thrill Show |
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3:45 p.m. |
Timber Tina’s World Champion Lumberjills |
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4:45 p.m. |
Welde’s Big Bear Show |
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5:15 p.m. |
The Winn Family Thrill Show |
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6:00 p.m. |
Timber Tina’s World Champion Lumberjills |
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7:00 p.m. |
Welde’s Big Bear Show |
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7:30 p.m. |
The Winn Family Thrill Show |
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8:15 p.m. |
Timber Tina’s World Champion Lumberjills |
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9:00 p.m. |
Welde’s Big Bear Show |
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Rural Mutual Insurance Family Safety Day
Youth Exhibit Judging Schedule |
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Saturday
July 18, 2009 |
8:00 a.m. |
Horses/Western |
Arena
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9:30 a.m. |
Goats |
Barn 5
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10:00 a.m. |
Swine Judging Contest |
Barn 10
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4:00 p.m. |
Sheep - Lead Class |
Barn 5
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Stage Entertainment |
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Madison County |
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Carnival |
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Noon - 6 p.m. |
All-you-can-ride $25 from Noon to 6:00 p.m. |
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Outdoor Entertainment |
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3:00 p.m. |
The Winn Family Thrill Show |
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3:45 p.m. |
Timber Tina’s World Champion Lumberjills |
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4:45 p.m. |
Welde’s Big Bear Show |
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5:15 p.m. |
The Winn Family Thrill Show |
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6:00 p.m. |
Timber Tina’s World Champion Lumberjills |
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7:00 p.m. |
Welde’s Big Bear Show |
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7:30 p.m. |
The Winn Family Thrill Show |
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8:15 p.m. |
Timber Tina’s World Champion Lumberjills |
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9:00 p.m. |
Welde’s Big Bear Show |
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Youth Exhibit Judging Schedule |
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Sunday
July 19, 2009 |
8:00 a.m. |
Horses/English & Saddle Seat, Draft, Hunt Pony |
Arena
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2:00 p.m. |
Youth Awards Program/Youth Stage |
Exhibition Hall
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Stage Shows on the Dejope Stage |
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Terrazas Musical |
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Carnival |
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Noon - 11 p.m. |
All-you-can-ride wristband for $25 from Noon until close. |
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Outdoor Entertainment |
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3:00 p.m. |
The Winn Family Thrill Show |
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3:45 p.m. |
Timber Tina’s World Champion Lumberjills |
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4:45 p.m. |
Welde’s Big Bear Show |
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5:15 p.m. |
The Winn Family Thrill Show |
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6:00 p.m. |
Timber Tina’s World Champion Lumberjills |
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7:00 p.m. |
Welde’s Big Bear Show |
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7:30 p.m. |
The Winn Family Thrill Show |
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8:15 p.m. |
Timber Tina’s World Champion Lumberjills |
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9:00 p.m. |
Welde’s Big Bear Show |
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