Wisconsin State Fair to host job fair Saturday, June 8

WEST ALLIS -- The Wisconsin State Fair is right around the corner and on Saturday, June 8, they're hosting a job fair to fill positions.Positions that need to be filled are in admissions, agriculture, facility services, public safety and transportation.WHO IS HIRING: 

'Great entertainment:' State Fair announces Associated Bank Amphitheater headliners

WEST ALLIS -- Wisconsin State Fair officials announced Thursday, April 25 the Associated Bank Amphitheater headliners.“We are looking forward to another fun and exciting year with the Wisconsin State Fair,” said Christopher Piotrowski, executive vice president and chief marketing officer, Associated Bank. “Our shared commitment to the communities we serve makes this partnership a natural fit and together we continue to deliver a great experience to all customers and fairgoers.”Milwaukee-based Prince tribute band The Prince Experience will start the party at the Associated Bank Amphitheater on Thursday, Aug. 1, followed by Here Come The Mummies on both Friday, Aug. 2 and Saturday, Aug. 3.

Rick Springfield, Old Dominion added to State Fair lineup

WEST ALLIS -- Wisconsin State Fair officials announced Friday, March 29 the final two headlining spots for the Main Stage presented during this year’s Fair.Rick Springfield will perform at the Main Stage on Wednesday, Aug. 7.

KIDZ BOP World Tour 2019 coming to Wisconsin State Fair, tickets go on sale Dec. 14

MILWAUKEE -- Wisconsin State Fair officials announced Thursday, Dec. 6 the first show slated for the Main Stage presented by Potawatomi Hotel & Casino during next year’s fair.KIDZ BOP World Tour 2019 will bring the family-friendly event of the summer to the Main Stage on Tuesday, Aug. 6 at 7 p.m. The concert features kid-friendly versions of today’s biggest pop music hits sung by kids, for kids.The 2019  Wisconsin State Fair will run Thursday, Aug. 1 through Sunday, Aug. 11 at Wisconsin State Fair Park in West Allis.All seating for this show is reserved, and tickets are $29 and $19.Tickets for this show go on sale Friday, Dec. 14 at 9 a.m. at WiStateFair.com and the State Fair Ticket Office.

1st ever Cheese Curd-Eating Champion crowned at Wisconsin State Fair

WEST ALLIS -- The world’s top competitive eaters gathered in Wisconsin for the inaugural Cheese Curd-Eating Championship on Saturday, Aug. 11.The competition took place at the Associated Bank Amphitheater at the Wisconsin State Fair.PHOTO GALLERYThe #8 ranked top eater, Darron Breeden from Orange, VA, was crowned the first ever World Cheese Curd-Eating Champion.

Get half off admission at the Wisconsin State Fair on 'Throwback Thursday'

WEST ALLIS -- You can get half off admission to the Wisconsin State Fair on "Throwback Thursday," Aug. 9 until 6 p.m., when ticket prices for adults will be $7, and tickets for youth (6-11), military and seniors will be $4.Children under 5 are always free.The promotion will end at 6 p.m. and tickets are only valid on Thursday.According to a news release from State Fair officials, visitors who wear their “throwback” vintage Fairwear will receive $5 off a purchase of $35 or more at all Fairwear locations on Thursday.