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2018 Dodge County Fair

Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam

Family friendly entertainment as low as $5.40 per day with the purchase of a season pass. The annual music festival and county fair entertains over 52,000 fans a year and is the largest outdoor event in the area.

Junior Fair Goat Judging

Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam

Youth participate in Danish judging where goats are evaluated on functionality, structure, balance, and attractiveness.

Junior Fair Cat and Kitten Judging

Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam

Youth participate in Danish judging where animals are evaluated on general appearance and condition, temperament, hair, coat, paws, nails, and body build.

Horse Pull

Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam

Teams of horses pull the sled in front of the grandstands starting at 9 am Saturday of the Fair. Breakfast will be available at the concession stand, plenty of seating in the grandstands.

Pig, Duck and Goat Races on S Fairview Road

Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam

The pigs, ducks and goats from Pleasure Valley Farm of nearby Adell, WI entertain with four shows daily during the Dodge County Fair.

Family Day on the Midway

Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam

Enjoy half-price ride tickets during Family Day on the Midway from 12 to 5 pm. Get 20 discounted tickets for a special price of $10 - a 50% savings over regular prices. Special price ride tickets must be used during the promotion time of 12 thru 5 pm.

Dodge County Holstein Futurity Show

Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam

Holstein breeders enter animals as calves and show the same animals as two-year-old cows, after they've had their first calf. During the show, exhibitors parade their cows wearing formal attire. Every year, the show arena is filled to standing-room only with spectators.

Farm Tractor Pull

Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam

Who will pull the sled the farthest to take home the win? Area farmers compete in several classes on the clay track in front of the grandstands during the annual Dodge County Fair.

Pig, Duck and Goat Races on S Fairview Road

Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam

The pigs, ducks and goats from Pleasure Valley Farm of nearby Adell, WI entertain with four shows daily during the Dodge County Fair.

Kandu Magic Show on W Midway Circle

Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam

More than just a magic show, this husband and wife team combines magic, live music, sound effects, comedy and audience participation to create a show like no other.

Chainsaw Carving Auction

Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam

Gather around the Chainsaw Demonstration Site to bid on carvings from demonstrations during the Fair. Custom Chainsaw Carvers will be demonstrating their skills and creating large works of art for the auction throughout the Fair.

Love and Fairrage Vow Renewal Ceremony

Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam

The afternoon will start with a Bachelor and Bachelorette Party, followed by the vow renewal ceremony, and all the wedding trappings. Photos, a Grand March, fun dances, funny toasts, and a chance for all participating to win prizes.

Wild World of Animals on N Grand Avenue

Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam

Meet a variety of animals from the wild featuring 13 different animals from all over the world like amphibians, reptiles and birds of prey.

Pig, Duck and Goat Races on S Fairview Road

Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam

The pigs, ducks and goats from Pleasure Valley Farm of nearby Adell, WI entertain with four shows daily during the Dodge County Fair.

Small Animal Auction

Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam

All entries are blue and red ribbon winning. Rabbits, chickens, turkeys, ducks and more are going to be up for sale at this years auction.

Kandu Magic Show on W Midway Circle

Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam

More than just a magic show, this husband and wife team combines magic, live music, sound effects, comedy and audience participation to create a show like no other.

Music by ALEXIS

Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam

Alexis continues to pound out classic rock gems from yesterday, last week Thursday, and the hard rockin’ 70’s. One listen to Alexis is all the evidence you need to separate them from any other band.

Wild World of Animals on N Grand Avenue

Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam

Meet a variety of animals from the wild featuring 13 different animals from all over the world like amphibians, reptiles and birds of prey.

Pig, Duck and Goat Races on S Fairview Road

Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam

The pigs, ducks and goats from Pleasure Valley Farm of nearby Adell, WI entertain with four shows daily during the Dodge County Fair.

Wild and Wacky Game Show on W Midway Circle

Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam

Audience members use buckets, balloons, hula hoops, butterfly nets, plungers, and even toilet paper to make this show fun for all ages.

Supreme Showmanship

Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam

Top junior and senior showmen of the dairy, beef, sheep and swine projects will compete against each other in showing their own animal, and then showing animals in two other species. Don’t miss the chance to witness this newer contest showcasing the top livestock youth.

Wild World of Animals on N Grand Avenue

Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam

Meet a variety of animals from the wild featuring 13 different animals from all over the world like amphibians, reptiles and birds of prey.

Grand Funk Railroad with special guest Foghat

Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam

The free concert series will conclude with two exceptional performances on Saturday evening. Enjoy the classic sounds of Grand Funk Railroad with special guest Foghat at the main stage.

Music by DJ Jeff Hall

Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam

It's party time in the Legion Beer Pavilion with music by DJ Jeff Hall sponsored by WXRO 95.3FM and WBEV 1430AM. Stop by after the grandstand show and listen to your favorite tunes from the top of the charts.

Music by ALEXIS

Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam

Alexis continues to pound out classic rock gems from yesterday, last week Thursday, and the hard rockin’ 70’s. One listen to Alexis is all the evidence you need to separate them from any other band.