The Winnebago County Fair Association will proudly host the 2026 Winnebago County fair from Wednesday, July 29 to Sunday, August 2. Bring the Family and enjoy daily entertainment, rides, and animals at Sunnyview Expo Center!
When's the Fun?
Every minute at the fair is fun, but thanks to the fair sponsors, everyone is able to enjoy daily family entertainment!
Starting Wednesday, July 29:
- Carnival Rides Open 4-10:30pm
- Dairy Show 8:30am (Covered Arena)
- Rabbit Show 9am (Barn A)
- Rodeo 7pm (Grandstand)
- Zach Thomas- former American Idol Contestant 8pm (Music Village)
FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE:
- Nick’s Kids Show & Barnyard Adventures 11:30am, 1:30pm and 4pm
- Pig & Duck Races 12pm, 2pm, 3:30pm, and 5:30pm
- Miller & Mike Magic Show 1pm, 3pm, and 5pm
- High Flying Pages Thrill Show 4:30pm and 7pm
Thursday, July 30:
- Carnival Rides Open 4-10:30pm
- Beef Show 8:30am (Covered Arena)
- Goat Show 9am (Barn A)
- Poultry Show 9am (Barn A)
- Sheep Show 3pm (Barn A)
- County Farm Tractor Pull 7pm (Grandstand)
- Dig Deep 8pm (Music Village)
FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE:
- Nick’s Kids Show & Barnyard Adventures 11:30am, 1:30pm and 4pm
- Pig & Duck Races 12pm, 2pm, 3:30pm, and 5:30pm
- Miller & Mike Magic Show 1pm, 3pm, and 5pm
- High Flying Pages Thrill Show 4:30pm and 7pm
Friday, July 31:
- Carnival Rides Open 1-4p + 5-10:30p
- Veterans Day: FREE admission with advanced tickets!
- Seniors Day: $5 admission
- Horse Show (day 1) 8am (Covered Arena)
- Swine Show 8:30am (Barn A)
- Horse Pulls 11am (Outdoor Arena)
- 2/5s Party Band- Polka 12pm (Music Village)
- Del Rays 4pm (Music Village)
- Endless Adventures Show 4:30pm (Barn B Overhang)
- Badger State Tractor Pull 6:30pm (Grandstand)
- Dairy Formal 7pm
- Star Six Nine 8pm (Music Village)
FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE:
- Nick’s Kids Show & Barnyard Adventures 11:30am, 2pm, 4pm and 6pm
- Pig & Duck Races 12pm, 1:30pm, 3:30pm, and 5:30pm
- Miller & Mike Magic Show 1pm, 3pm, and 5pm
- High Flying Pages Thrill Show 2:30pm, 4:30pm and 7:30pm
Saturday, August 1:
- Carnival Rides Open 12-4p + 5-10:30p
- Livestock Auction 9am (Barn A) – beef, swine, sheep & goat
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- Registration starts at 8am
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- Horse Show (day 2) 8am (Covered Arena)
- Fun w/Goats Show 4pm (Covered Arena)
- Jet Pack Stereo 4pm (Music Village)
- Demolition Derby 6pm (Grandstand)
- Spicy Tie Band 8pm (Music Village)
Sunday, August 2:
- Carnival Rides Open 12-4pm
- Small Fry in Training 9am (Covered Arena)
- Sensory Friendly Day 11am-2pm
- Fair Closes 4pm
Learn all about the event details and happenings at the Winnebago County Fair HERE!
Ticket Information:
- Daily Admission Tickets are $12.00 in Advance and $15.00 at the Gate. Includes unlimited carnival rides.Tickets are per person and can be used any one day of the Fair (not date-specific).
- Memberships (Weekly Passes) are $35 in Advance and $40.00 at the Gate. Does NOT include carnival rides.Memberships (Weekly Passes) are non-transferable and include unlimited admission all 5 days of the Fair.
- Youth Exhibitor Passes are available for $8/youth and include unlimited admission all 5 days of the Fair (does NOT include carnival rides). Please contact your club/group leader to find out how to purchase exhibitor passes.
- All tickets/memberships are non-refundable. Events subject to change. All sales are final.
Where to Buy: Tickets are only sold in person.
Advanced Tickets/Memberships are available from these LOCAL RETAILERS at discounted prices from June 2 - July 29, 2025. Tickets are only sold in person.
JULY 30 - AUGUST 3, 2025: Tickets/Memberships are ONLY AVAILABLE AT THE GATE (cash or credit only).
- UW Credit Union (748 Algoma Blvd-UWO Reeve Hall Building)
- Festival Foods (Oshkosh, Neenah and Menasha)
- Piggly Wiggly (Omro and Oshkosh)
- Winnebago County Clerk’s Office (Oshkosh)
- Winnebago County Parks Department (Oshkosh)
- Hair Connection (522 N Main St. Oshkosh)
- Leo’s Service Center (302 W Main St, Winneconne)
- Winnebago County Veterans Services Offices - discounted tickets with proof of military service (Oshkosh and Neenah)
Hours
- Barns OPEN from 8:00am-9:00pm
- Gate Charges/Ticketing from 9:00am-10:00pm
- Expo Building OPEN from 9:00am-9:30pm
- Family & Kids Entertainment SHOWS 11:00am-5:00pm (approximate hours, final hours posted at FAIR)
- Grandstand Shows begin between 6pm and 7pm
- Music Village Bands start at 8pm, with 4pm opening acts on Friday & Saturday. Beer Tents & Music Village CLOSE by MIDNIGHT
CARNIVAL & RIDE HOURS (see Mr. Ed’s Magical Midways for ride information and rider requirements):
- Sunday 12:00noon-4:00pm
- Saturday 12:00noon-10:30pm (closed for safety check from 4-5pm)
- Friday 1:00pm-10:30pm (closed for safety check from 4-5pm)
- Wednesday & Thursday 4:00pm-10:30pm
COUNTY FAIR CLOSES AT 4:00pm on SUNDAY, AUGUST 3, 2025.
For more detailed information, visit the Winnebago Country Fair Website!
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