Youth Exhibitors
The Fair showcases and celebrates the achievements of Dane County's youth involved in 4-H, FFA, and other youth organizations. There were 7,150 youth exhibits at last year's Fair!
Online Entries - Schedule of Events - Premium Book
Youth News & Information
2017 Draft Horse Youth/Novice Congress
The Dane County Fair is excited to welcome the 2017 Darft Horse Youth/Novice Congress again at this year’s Fair. The Congress is an event co-sponsored by the Clydesdale Breeders of the U.S.A. and the Belgian Draft Horse Youth & Education Fund with focus on educating exhibitors and Fair attendees about the draft horse industry.
The Congress will offer hands-on learning through educational seminars, including fitting and grooming, driving and harnessing, riding, general care, breeding and reproduction, nutrition and feeding, and conformation and judging. Visit Clydesdale for a schedule of events.
Mark your 2018 Calendar
The Dane County Fair will be moving to a four-day Fair in 2018. Save the dates of Thursday, July 19 - Sunday, July 22, 2018 for the Dane County Fair. This change will improve efficiency in the showrings and will provide more activities and value for Fair attendees to enjoy daily. We will continue to showcase all the accomplishments of our youth exhhbitors throughout the Exhibition Hall, New Holland Pavilions and Arena Building.
Project arrival, check-in and individual conference judging will occur on Wednesday, July 18, 2018 from 1-8 p.m. Further schedule details are being confirmed and will be shared this summer.
Fair Entry Information
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Online Entries SUBMIT ENTRIES HERE Fair Project and Animal entries are due Friday, June 9, 2017 by 11:59 p.m. Leaders Guide to Entries Exhibitors Guide to Entries ADDITIONAL ENTRY REQUIRED FORMS Horse: Class Information & Stabling Request Form Dog: Dog Class Information Form Shooting Sports: ---see below Premium Book table for additional Department specific information (above form links are the same as below).--- Email: fair@wdexpo.com or Call: 608-224-0500 with questions |
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Horse & Pony Education Card/Information for youth enrolled in non-4-H youth organizations now available. Non-4-H youth wishing to participate in the Horse & Pony project at the Dane County Fair must satisfy education requirements. Education cards must be submitted to the Fair Office on or before June 15, 2017. |
Animal Housing
The 2017 Fair will house animal entries in the New Holland Pavilions and Arena Building at the Alliant Energy Center, Madison, Wis. You will find Horses in Pavilion 1, Swine in the Arena Building and all other animal species in Pavilion 2 (Dairy, Beef, Goats, Sheep, Poultry, Rabbits & Cavies). Pocket pets will continue to be housed in the Mendota room of the Exhibition Hall.
Grounds & Animal Housing Map.
Project Display Locations
The 2017 Fair display areas for Youth Project Displays will be in the Exhibition Hall Mendota rooms and in the New Holland Pavilion 1 Pre-function room. Exhibition Hall Youth Exhibits Map.
Club Banner
Display your Club banner during the Fair! See the Club Banner specifications.
2017 Fair Dates to Remember
| June 9, 11:59 p.m. | Dane County Fair Entries DUE. |
| June 25, 1:00 p.m. | Clothing Revue, Dane County Extension office, Fen Oak |
| July 3 |
Entry Tags available |
| July 7 |
Club Banners for Display at Fair due to Dane County Fair office |
| July 14 & 15 | Shooting Sports Event, Stoughton Conservation Club |
| July 16 |
Dog Show, Alliant Energy Center |
| July 17 | Foods Review, Alliant Energy Center, Judging begins at 3 p.m. |
| July 18, 8 a.m. | Animal Exhibitors may bed down |
| July 18, 1 p.m. |
Youth Project Entry Day: 1 - 8 p.m. |
| July 19 - 23 | Dane County Fair: Ticket To Fun! |
| July 23 | Youth Project & Animal Release Sale Animal Release - 5:30 p.m. Animal Display teardown - 6:30 p.m. Project Release - 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. |
Check the Dane County Extension 4-H Youth Development Calendar for specific project meetings and requirements.
Fair Premium Book & Exhibitor Registration Information
Reminder: Any animals with ringworm, warts, mange or scab will be removed from the Fair or exhibition premises, unless the veterinarian in charge finds they are incapable of transmitting disease.
Premium Book Change Request
Submit your request for a change for next year's Premium Book. 2018 Premium Book Change Request Form
2017 Premium Book Departments and Forms
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Youth Exhibitor Animal Code of Practice - print for signatures |
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More Fair Information
Dane County Farm Bureau Educational Agriculture Display Funding Information & Application
Shavings Order Form
Horse & Pony Stall Mat Order Form
Grounds-Animals Map and Exhibition Hall-Projects Map
Department Entry Requirements and Limits
The Fair's Inclement Weather Plan
Release of Youth Exhibits on Sunday
Project Check-In and Check-Out Procedures (Coming Soon)
See Dane County Extension for more Fair Sign-up Information
Project Protector
Youth & Community Stage
This free stage showcases a wide variety of performances, including singing, dancing, instrumental music, acrobatic performances, informational presentations and how-to demonstrations performed by local 4-H clubs, FFA organizations, community groups and solo acts. Stage times are Wed.- Fri. 2-7 p.m. and Sat. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Sign-up for a time slot on the Youth/Community Stage today by contacting Liz Matzke at 608-224-0500 or lmatzke@wdexpo.com.
Camping Information
Overnight camping at the Fair
- Camping for The Dane County Fair will be in the North Lot with additional camping on Willow Island. North Lot camping provides 35 stalls of water and electrical hook-ups. Willow Island provides electrical hook-ups only. The dump station has been upgraded, located on the North side of the North Lot.
- Campsite location is on first come, first serve basis.
- Camping will be self-registration/self-payment and AEC will monitor camping permits and payments.
- Cost is $30 per night.
- Common Showers will be available in Pavilion 1, west end.
- 4-H Exhibitors and Commercial Exhibitors will be kept separated.
- Questions regarding camping can be directed to the Alliant Energy Center at 608-267-3976.
If you require water hook-ups, please visit Lake Farm Campground, approximately 3 miles (east) from AEC, this campground has electricity and water hook-ups available. Please call the Dane County Parks division at 608-246-3896 for assistance and to register.
Fair Results
Full Dane County Fair Results 2017 - Coming Soon.
Shooting Sports 2017 Results Congratulations to Top Shot Award winner, Nate Wiltzius of Ashton Go-Getters. Top Shot is a combination of scores from Indoor Archery, Pistol, Rifle and Shotgun. The individual with the highest total score will be recognized with a plaque and have their name engraved on a traveling trophy.