82nd Holiday Folk Fair International, traditional music theme
Holiday Folk Fair International
WEST ALLIS, Wis. - The Holiday Folk Fair International, now in its 82nd year, is back at the Wisconsin State Fair Park Exposition Center this weekend.
Local perspective:
The fair celebrates the cultural heritage of the people who live in southeast Wisconsin. This year's theme centers on traditional music, allowing attendees to explore how music represents cultural heritage.
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"Our great grandma was one of the first people who kind of created the Folk Fair," said Nicole Cramer. "(She) kind of took the Czech booth under her wings, and that's why we come every year – probably since we were born – always dressed in costume to show off our culture."
Attractions include international performers and artisans, as well as cultural foods. Milwaukee Public Schools students created cultural murals that are on display.
Weekend WakeUp
Local perspective:
82nd Holiday Folk Fair International
It's a celebration highlighting the culture of traditional music! Today (Sunday) is the last day of the 82nd annual Holiday Folk Fair International. Dr. Paul Trebian joined FOX6 WakeUp live to get us ready for the final day of the fair.
What to do at the Holiday Folk Fair International
It's the final day of the 82nd Holiday Folk Fair International! This year's theme celebrates the culture of traditional music. Terry Kutz joined FOX6 WakeUp live from the Wisconsin State Fair Park Expo Center to show us one of the many activities you can do at the festival.
Cooking at the Holiday Folk Fair International
It's a celebration highlighting the culture of traditional music! Today is the last day of the 82nd Holiday Folk Fair International. Chef Joe Parajecki joined FOX6 WakeUp live with a cooking demo of a traditional Polish soup.
What you can do:
The three-day event ends on Sunday, Nov. 23. It's open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
For more information about the fair, including tickets, visit the Holiday Folk Fair International website or call 414-225-6225.
The Source: FOX6 News gathered details about the event from organizers and interviewed people on Saturday.