'Difficult decision:' Racine County Fair CANCELED for 2020 amid COVID-19 pandemic

RACINE -- The Racine County Fair has been canceled for 2020, officials announced Tuesday, June 16.  The Racine County Fair will return July 28-August 1, 2021. Previously purchased fair tickets and any pre-paid Open Class fees will be refunded via check.

Racine County fair officials released the following statement: 


The Racine County Fair has been around since 1923, providing entertainment and enjoyment for all the residents of Racine County and bordering areas. It has been a time honored tradition of Racine County.

"The Racine County Fair Board plans to make 2021 even bigger and better. Until then, stay safe, be well and support each other. We’ll miss you," Fair officials said in a press release.

For more information about refunds and how the cancellation impacts ticket holders, participants, vendors and other stakeholders, visit Racine County Fair’s Website, www.racinecountyfair.com.