'Figured it wouldn't be as busy:' Wisconsin State Fair draws a crowd on final day of 11-day run
WEST ALLIS -- The 2019 Wisconsin State Fair wrapped up Sunday, Aug. 11, but not before families enjoyed the last of its funnel cakes, rides, and one last stroll through the animal barns."Figured it wouldn't be as busy, but it really is," said Julie Miller.
WEST ALLIS -- The 2019 Wisconsin State Fair wrapped up Sunday, Aug. 11, but not before families enjoyed the last of its funnel cakes, rides, and one last stroll through the animal barns."Figured it wouldn't be as busy, but it really is," said Julie Miller.
2019 State Fair 'Sporkies' winner: Poncho Dog's Buffalo Cheese Curd and Chicken Taco
WEST ALLIS -- The Wisconsin State Fair is known for it's wild food, and the annual "Sporkies" competition was held Wednesday, Aug. 7.
WEST ALLIS -- The Wisconsin State Fair is known for it's wild food, and the annual "Sporkies" competition was held Wednesday, Aug. 7.
Wisconsin State Fair 'brings some joy' to patients at Children's Hospital
MILWAUKEE -- For kids at Children's Hospital of Wisconsin who can't make it to the Wisconsin State Fair, the State Fair came to them on Tuesday, Aug. 6.It's the ninth year "Sights and Sounds of the Fair" has been at the hospital."This is an amazing event," said Jen Puente, chief marketing officer at Wisconsin State Fair. "We plan all year long for the 11 days of the fair but it really puts it in perspective when we can bring the fair to these kids and these families who've been suffering with these illnesses and bring some joy into our lives.
MILWAUKEE -- For kids at Children's Hospital of Wisconsin who can't make it to the Wisconsin State Fair, the State Fair came to them on Tuesday, Aug. 6.It's the ninth year "Sights and Sounds of the Fair" has been at the hospital."This is an amazing event," said Jen Puente, chief marketing officer at Wisconsin State Fair. "We plan all year long for the 11 days of the fair but it really puts it in perspective when we can bring the fair to these kids and these families who've been suffering with these illnesses and bring some joy into our lives.
'Give us a try:' New vendors at State Fair are eager to impress new customers
WEST ALLIS -- Saturday, Aug. 3 was the third day of the Wisconsin State Fair, and thousands of people checked out the vendors, with a few making their Wisconsin State Fair debut!
WEST ALLIS -- Saturday, Aug. 3 was the third day of the Wisconsin State Fair, and thousands of people checked out the vendors, with a few making their Wisconsin State Fair debut!
New foods, new events, and new fun at the Wisconsin State Fair
WEST ALLIS -- It's that time of year again...
WEST ALLIS -- It's that time of year again...
A sneak peek performance from Mud River Lee & The Bluegrass Orchestra
MILWAUKEE -- Mud River Lee & The Bluegrass Orchestra will be performing at the Wisconsin State Fair this year, and the group stopped by the Fox6 WakeUp studios on Friday, August 2 to give our viewers a sneak peek of what they can expect!The group shared a story about the meaning behind their name and talked about how excited they are to play at the fair.
MILWAUKEE -- Mud River Lee & The Bluegrass Orchestra will be performing at the Wisconsin State Fair this year, and the group stopped by the Fox6 WakeUp studios on Friday, August 2 to give our viewers a sneak peek of what they can expect!The group shared a story about the meaning behind their name and talked about how excited they are to play at the fair.
Fair faves to satisfy the appetite: Cream puffs, roasted corn and flavored milk
WEST ALLIS -- People go to the Wisconsin State Fair to check out the barnyard animals, meet friends and listen to great music.
WEST ALLIS -- People go to the Wisconsin State Fair to check out the barnyard animals, meet friends and listen to great music.
Wisconsin State Fair kicks off Thursday, runs through Aug. 11
WEST ALLIS -- Hundreds of thousands of people are expected to make their way to State Fair Park over the next 11 days for the Wisconsin State Fair.
WEST ALLIS -- Hundreds of thousands of people are expected to make their way to State Fair Park over the next 11 days for the Wisconsin State Fair.
The 2019 Wisconsin State Fair runs through Sunday, Aug. 11
MILWAUKEE -- The 2019 Wisconsin State Fair, presented by U.S. Cellular, will take place Thursday, Aug. 1 – Sunday, Aug. 11.
MILWAUKEE -- The 2019 Wisconsin State Fair, presented by U.S. Cellular, will take place Thursday, Aug. 1 – Sunday, Aug. 11.
The 2019 Wisconsin State Fair kicks off Thursday, runs through Sunday, Aug. 11
MILWAUKEE -- The 2019 Wisconsin State Fair, presented by U.S. Cellular, will take place Thursday, Aug. 1 – Sunday, Aug. 11.
MILWAUKEE -- The 2019 Wisconsin State Fair, presented by U.S. Cellular, will take place Thursday, Aug. 1 – Sunday, Aug. 11.
Workers prep and inspect rides at Wisconsin State Fair
WEST ALLIS -- Ride inspectors gave a glimpse into their process ahead of the Wisconsin State Fair's 11-day run on Wednesday, July 31.Workers go from the ground up, looking at everything from screws and pins to grease on all of the rides.
WEST ALLIS -- Ride inspectors gave a glimpse into their process ahead of the Wisconsin State Fair's 11-day run on Wednesday, July 31.Workers go from the ground up, looking at everything from screws and pins to grease on all of the rides.
Take the easy ride to the Wisconsin State Fair! Ride MCTS shuttles and freeway flyers
WEST ALLIS -- Traffic and parking are as easy as pie when you ride the bus to Wisconsin State Fair!
WEST ALLIS -- Traffic and parking are as easy as pie when you ride the bus to Wisconsin State Fair!
50¢ a cup! 5 flavors of milk available at this year's Milwaukee Bucks Milk House
WEST ALLIS -- It's back!
WEST ALLIS -- It's back!
State Fair is fast approaching: Cream puff giveaway winners line up for their sweet treats
MILWAUKEE -- The Wisconsin State Fair has been offering cream puffs since 1924!
MILWAUKEE -- The Wisconsin State Fair has been offering cream puffs since 1924!
Wisconsin State Fair Park CEO says safety is 'at the forefront of everything that we do'
WEST ALLIS -- Starting Thursday, Aug. 1, thousands will stream into the 200-acre Wisconsin State Fair Park, with one million visitors expected over the Wisconsin State Fair's 11-day run.
WEST ALLIS -- Starting Thursday, Aug. 1, thousands will stream into the 200-acre Wisconsin State Fair Park, with one million visitors expected over the Wisconsin State Fair's 11-day run.
New for 2019 WI State Fair: Deep Fried Olives, Bug Tacos, Cinnamon Toast Crunch French Toast Sticks and more!
WEST ALLIS -- Officials with the Wisconsin State Fair on Wednesday, July 10 announced 66 new food and beverage additions for the 2019 Wisconsin State Fair.The 2019 Wisconsin State Fair was scheduled for Aug. 1 through Aug. 11.You should most definitely bring your appetite, with new foods including Blazin’ Jalapeno Deep Fried Olives, Bug Tacos, Cinnamon Toast Crunch French Toast Sticks, Deep Fried Fire Roasted Apple Pie Sundae, Queso Fundido Dog and many more!CLICK HERE for a full list of new items with descriptions and photos.
WEST ALLIS -- Officials with the Wisconsin State Fair on Wednesday, July 10 announced 66 new food and beverage additions for the 2019 Wisconsin State Fair.The 2019 Wisconsin State Fair was scheduled for Aug. 1 through Aug. 11.You should most definitely bring your appetite, with new foods including Blazin’ Jalapeno Deep Fried Olives, Bug Tacos, Cinnamon Toast Crunch French Toast Sticks, Deep Fried Fire Roasted Apple Pie Sundae, Queso Fundido Dog and many more!CLICK HERE for a full list of new items with descriptions and photos.