Thursday’s Events at the Central Wisconsin State Fair

Thursday, August 22nd, 2024 -- 10:01 AM

The Central Wisconsin State Fair is underway at the fairgrounds in Marshfield.

The carnival opens today at 2pm. Individual ride tickets can be purchased. Wristbands will be available for $25 from 2pm-6pm and $30 from 6pm-10pm today. Today is Thrifty Thursday at the carnival and all rides are $2 each.

Hairball will be performing in front of the grandstand tonight at 7:30pm. Cost is $25, $35 for trackside, and $45 for VIP. In the Family Entertainment Tent, The Gator’s Band is playing 11:30am-12:30pm and 4pm-5:30pm, Jackson Taylor is playing from 1pm-3:30pm, the Hub City Jazz is playing from 6pm-7:15pm, and Bad Habitz is playing from 9pm-Midnight.

Other events include the Hot Glass Academy, pig and duck races, and family entertainer Kenny Ahern. They also have a Walk on the Wild Side presentation featuring a Skull Challenge and Hunter Safety.

And, of course, there will be projects on display with judging happening throughout the duration of the fair. Animal judging and shows will take place as well. There will also be vendors set up throughout the fair.

The daily gate passes are $10 for adults 13 and older, children 5-12 are $5, and children 4 and under are free.

Feel free to contact us with questions and/or comments.