Wisconsin State Fair, air quality; huge turnout amid smoke concerns

When it comes to the Wisconsin State Fair, there's a little something for everyone, but ongoing poor air quality has raised some concerns.

Checking out the new Dairy Building
video

Nicole Barlass, Dairy Promotion Board Representative, joined FOX6 WakeUp to talk about the Wisconsin State Fair's new Dairy Building.

Real Wisconsin Cheese at the state fair
video

Mike Parish, Manager of Real Wisconsin Cheese Grill, joined FOX6 WakeUp to talk about cheese, and specifically, grilled cheese!

Check out Dairy Lane at the Wisconsin State Fair

Dairy is the cornerstone of Wisconsin – and the Wisconsin State Fair. Head to Dairy Lane at the fair to learn more about the most important industry.

Milking cows at the Wisconsin State Fair
video

Brooke Beardsley, Dairy Lane Ambassador, joined FOX6 WakeUp to talk about all things dairy, and even gave us a cow-milking demonstration.

Alice in Dairyland at the Wisconsin State Fair
video

Sarah Hagenow, Alice in Dairyland, joined FOX6 WakeUp to talk about the Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin and everything you can see at the Dairy Building at the Wisconsin State Fair.

Wisconsin State Fair corn roast
video

Head to the Wisconsin State Fair to check out all the amazing food options, including the New Berlin Lions Club corn roast!

Try a Wisconsin State Fair cream puff
video

Shari Black, CEO of Wisconsin State Fair Park, joined FOX6 News to hype up the first day of the Wisconsin State Fair.

Wisconsin State Fair 2025: Opening day sights, bites and more

The 2025 Wisconsin State Fair has officially opened on Thursday, July 31. The rides, vendors, food and more runs now through Sunday, Aug. 10.

Wisconsin State Fair food and rides
video

There's never a shortage of good, and unique, food at the Wisconsin State Fair. FOX6's Ben Handelman was also ordered by his executive producer to ride the "Sky Scraper."

Taking it all in at the Wisconsin State Fair
video

FOX6's Ben Handelman and Stephanie Quirk are taking in the sights and sounds of opening day of the Wisconsin State Fair.

Wisconsin State Fair opening day 2025
video

FOX6 is at the Wisconsin State Fair with a glimpse of everything you can check out, including rabbits, rides, and cream puffs!

2025 Wisconsin State Fair; everything you need to know

The 2025 Wisconsin State Fair opened Thursday, July 31 – offering dozens of rides, hundreds of food items and thousands of animals to fairgoers.

Wisconsin State Fair: 2025 Sporkies, Drinkies winners revealed

The Wisconsin State Fair announced on Tuesday, July 29, the winners of the fair's Sporkies and Drinkies competition.

Wisconsin State Fair; keeping farm animals cool in the heat

The heat felt on Tuesday, July 29, did not stop the action at Wisconsin State Fair Park. Set-up is underway as the fair is less than two days from opening its gates.

Wisconsin State Fair rides inspected ahead of opening day

Before the 174th Wisconsin State Fair begins, a safety check of the rides took place on Tuesday, July 29.

Portion of Hank Aaron State Trail to close during Wisconsin State Fair

A portion of the Hank Aaron State Trail will once again be closed during the 2025 Wisconsin State Fair to ensure that safety continues to be a top priority.

Wisconsin State Fair cream puff delivery, drive-thru opportunities

Craving a cream puff? In addition to buying them at the Dairy Building, there are also options to pick them up at the drive-thru or have them delivered to you!