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2022 Dodge County Fair

Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam

A huge tractor pull followed by three nights of national touring artist concerts entertain country and rock fans. Two demolition derbies, a Horse pull, tractor pull, and truck pull at the grandstand plus food, fun and exhibits for the whole family.

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.

Junior Fair Younger Brother/Sister Exhibit Class

Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam

Younger brothers or sisters of any current 4-H member of younger children of a 4-H volunteer leader may bring 1 entry to the Dodge County Fair to be entered in the Youth Building on Entry Day before 7 pm.

Pig, Duck and Goat Races

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.

Warehouse 4 on the Homan Hometown Music Stage

Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam

Warehouse 4 is a classic rock cover band that enjoys playing songs the crowd can sing to and dance to from Madison, Wisconsin.  See them on the Homan Hometown Music Stage near the Commercial Building on Saturday, August 20 from 12-1:30 PM.

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

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.

20 Minute Mission on the Homan Hometown Music Stage

Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam

20 Minute Mission is a rock/punk band from Madison, Wisconsin and performed at the Fair Food Festival earlier this year.  See them on the Homan Hometown Music Stage near the Commercial Building on Saturday, August 20 from 2-3:30 PM.

Nick’s Kids Show on W Midway Circle

Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam

Nicks Kids Show is a musically entertaining show for the entire family and invites Children on stage to be part of a Rock n Roll band. Everyone can participate in the Locomotion, The Freeze Dance, Hula Hoop, and much much more.

Chainsaw Carving Auction

Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam

Arrive early for a front row spot to bid on carvings from chainsaw demonstrations during the Fair. X-Treme Art Carving Team will be demonstrating their skills and creating large works of art for the auction throughout the Fair.

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

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.

Sabotage on the Homan Hometown Music Stage

Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam

Sabotage is a hard rock band based out of Madison, Wisconsin with original music and covers of Judas Priest, Iron Maiden and Metallica.  See them on the Homan Hometown Music Stage near the Commercial Building on Saturday, August 20 from 4-5:30 PM.

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 year's auction.

Nick’s Kids Show on W Midway Circle

Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam

Nicks Kids Show is a musically entertaining show for the entire family and invites Children on stage to be part of a Rock n Roll band. Everyone can participate in the Locomotion, The Freeze Dance, Hula Hoop, and much much more.

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

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.

Nick’s Kids Show on W Midway Circle

Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam

Nicks Kids Show is a musically entertaining show for the entire family and invites Children on stage to be part of a Rock n Roll band. Everyone can participate in the Locomotion, The Freeze Dance, Hula Hoop, and much much more.

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.

Smash Mouth in concert

Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam

Fans should arrive early to join Smash Mouth, as this is a general admission show. Standing room will be available on the track and no chairs will be allowed. Seating is available in the grandstands. Blankets are permitted in the grandstands to reserve seating, more info ...

Music by Whiskey Flats

Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam

See Whiskey Flats LIVE at the Radio Park Stage on Saturday, August 20 from 9:30-11:30 PM following the concert at the Main Stage.  Whiskey Flats hit the Milwaukee music scene in the early 1980s.