Dodge County Fairgrounds - Beaver Dam, WI

Did you miss the traditional livestock shows on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday? This is your opportunity to see youth and their livestock projects in action! Livestock project youth have put in many hours preparing their animal projects for the fair. Don't miss your opportunity to witness this newer contest showcasing the top livestock youth. The Farm Progress Arena will host the 3rd annual Supreme Showmanship Contest on Saturday, August 18th at 7 p.m. The top junior and senior showmen of the beef, sheep and swine projects will compete against each other in showing their own animal, and then going on to show animals in the other two species. For more information on the Dodge County Fair http://dodgecountyfairgrounds.com

The Family Farm Adventure Tent will again be a feature at the Dodge County Fair, August 15 – 19. The Family Farm Adventure Tent is filled with hands-on learning opportunities for kids of all ages. Activities will include a daily coloring contest, agricultural crafts, and visits from agricultural royalty. Also, be sure to test your knowledge with our Wisconsin agriculture trivia for a chance to win fun prizes. Games include Wheel-of-Farming, Adventure Tent Plinko, and Pick My Grain.   Stop by and try your hand at ice cream making at 1 pm and 3 pm every day! Pose for a Farm Scene Photo and create a make-and-take frame! Photos will be taken at 11 am, 2 pm, and 5 pm daily. Each day will focus on a specific aspect of Wisconsin agriculture with visits from live farm animals. Wednesday, August 15 th will feature dairy cattle and products. This will include an opportunity to try your hand at milking a cow. Thursday will focus on beef, sheep, and swine with visits from e...