Festivals and fairs are in full swing throughout the state and Wisconsin Life has scouted out a savory sampling of the sights, sounds and flavors that we can celebrate together.
Festivals and fairs are in full swing throughout the state and Wisconsin Life has scouted out a savory sampling of the sights, sounds and flavors that we can celebrate together.
Wisconsin Life host Angela Fitzgerald and the production team scoured the state to uncover and share stories about the people and places of our home state. Episodes will air at 7 p.m. Thursdays through August (except Aug. 13) on PBS Wisconsin. Stream full episodes and stories of Wisconsin Life any time at wisconsinlife.org and on the free PBS app.
Here are five fairs and festivals that you’ll want to share in your group chat to begin planning your next outing, plus a behind-the-scenes look at a festival that will be featured in season 13. Leave a comment below with your ideas for go-to festivals and fairs to visit in Wisconsin!
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I would love to get your thoughts, suggestions, and questions in the comments below. Thanks for sharing!
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Patsy Hofer
Why is western Wisconsin always overlooked? West Salem has one of the few free fairs left … no parking fee, no admission fee, and lots to do. La Crosse’s Irish Fest is one to head to. Plus, there are many more to consider.
Mike DeVine
Hello Patsy, I love these suggestions and will pass them on to the producers! We worked to really cover all of the state last year. We were in La Crosse to cover the Hmong Language and Culture Camp. This year, we will be exploring the 100 Mile Garage Sale along the Great River Road.
And since you mentioned the Irish festival, we wanted to mention this story on Irish Road Bowling (https://wisconsinlife.org/story/irish-road-bowlers-compete-on-backroads-of-la-crosse-county). Feel free to reach out with more ideas of happenings or stories in the area by emailing [email protected]. Thank you!