The Ultimate Wisconsin State Fair Experience: A Family Tradition for 168 years

by: Curtis Koch

Posted: Jul 28, 2019 / 05:05 AM CDT / Updated: Jul 28, 2019 / 05:05 AM CDT

PHOTO: Wisconsin State Fair Giant Slide. Courtesy of Dave Plier.

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Kathleen O’Leary, CEO of the Wisconsin State Fair (August 1-11, West Allis, WI), shares the best ways to explore this 168 year old family tradition across the border. Plus, listen to a bonus interview with Kevin Cronin of REO Speedwagon who is performing LIVE at the Wisconsin State Fair on Thursday August 1^st! Visit wistatefair.com for more information.

What memories do you have of the Wisconsin State Fair?