2022 WISCONSIN - AUGUST 2022
FOOD & WINE FESTIVALS, SHOWS & LOCAL EVENTS
(see also: 2021 - 2020 - 2019 - 2018)
August 4-14, 2022
Wisconsin State Fair
West Allis, Wisconsin
The State Fair, which annually welcomes nearly 900,000 visitors, features Ag Village with an average of 6,000-8,000 animals on display and in competition. Wisconsin's largest agricultural showcase is rounded out with educational programs on agriculture and renewable energy, milking demonstrations and much more. Our world famous and delectably delicious Cream Puffs are a treat hundreds of thousands look forward to all year. There's no shortage of entertainment offerings with 30 FREE stages highlighting a broad range of genres. Attendance: 900,000.
August 5-6, 2022 Annual Brat Days - Sheboygan, Wisconsin
Enjoy a brat in 'The Bratwurst Capitol of the World'. Entertainment including national acts, parade, carnival, and the Brat Eating World Championship. Attendance: 40,000.
August 5-7, 2022 Deer Fest - West Bend, Wisconsin
Whether you are a hard core deer hunter or just a casual whitetail enthusiast there will be something for everyone--from the “World’s Largest Deer Store” to celebrity appearances, exhibits, shooting contest and demonstrations to hundreds of huge whitetail mounts and “Deer Theater” along with all the food and drink you care to enjoy.
August 6, 2022 Annual National Mustard Day & Festival
Middleton, Wisconsin
National Mustard Day is celebrated annually at the National Mustard Museum. It is a fun-filled day for the whole family and has traditionally included free hot dogs as well as music, games, other entertainment, mustard samples, and more. The Mustard Museum, now located in Middleton, has been the official sponsor of this event since 1991.
August 6, 2022 27th Annual Cherry Festival - Jacksonport, Wisconsin
Door County is so well known for it”s cherries and we love to celebrate them. Music, historical booth with pioneer life demonstrations, carriage rides, and cherry themed foods such as cherry pie, sundaes, and jam, cherry brats and cherry hamburgers. Sponsored by the Jacksonport Historical Society.
August 12-13, 2022 Seymour Burger Fest - Seymour, Wisconsin
Witness “The World’s Largest Hamburger Parade,” • get your fill at the Festival Foods Hamburger Eating Contest, • join in the who's got the "Best Burger Recipe" grill off, • check out the complete burger memorabilia collection at the Seymour Community Museum, • and take a “dip” on the famous ketchup slide. • Festival-goers will also hear music all weekend from area bands, including members of the world famous Badger Band! • Events also include a car show, motorcycle charity ride, 5K bun run, kid’s activities and live music.
August 12-14, 2022 Cobb Corn Roast - Cobb, Wisconsin
Parade, Sweet Corn Eating Competition, Classic Car Show, Story Telling, Water Fights, Run/Walk, Softball, Volleyball & Poker Tournaments, Open Pit BBQ Chicken & Free Sweet Corn!
August 13, 2022 Great Taste of the Midwest - Madison, Wisconsin
One of the premier beer festivals in the United States. On the second Saturday in August, over one hundred brewpubs and microbreweries from the Midwest come to beautiful Olin-Turville Park overlooking lake Monona in Madison, Wisconsin, to share beer and good times with six thousand patrons.
August 18-21, 2022 Sweet Corn Festival - Sun Prairie, Wisconsin
Over 100,000 people are served 70 tons of sweet corn at the three day event. Entertainment, parade, midway, mini golf, paintless paintball and more. Attendance: 100,000.
August 19-21, 2022 - 36th Annual National Championship Musky Open
Eagle River, Wisconsin
A very exciting family oriented catch and release musky tournament held on 6 different lake families.
August 25-28, 2022 Loyal CornFest - Loyal, Wisconsin
Held during the last weekend in August, the festival offers free corn on the cob, classic car show, pageant, run/walk, horsepull, carnival, teen dance, and one of the best parades in the area.
August 25-28, 2022 Annual Coffee Roasters Guild Retreat
Delavan, Wisconsin
Coffee Roasters Guild Retreat is a prime source of coffee roaster kinship and shared efforts towards a deeper appreciation and understanding of the craft of roasting. Roasters from around the world gather annually to renew friendships, discuss pressing industry issues and work together to find solutions.
August 27, 2022 Annual Wine & Vine, Etc. - St. Francis, Wisconsin
The Annual Wine & Vine Etc. from 3:30-7pm is a celebration of the 100+-year-old grape arbor built in 1912. Join two Bay View traditions, the Sisters of St. Francis of Assisi and Groppi’s Food Market at the Sisters of St. Francis of Assisi Convent Arbor, 3221 S. Lake Drive, St. Francis, Wisconsin. Wine and Vine, Etc., features superb wines, craft beers, coffee, tea and other local libations complemented by delicious food from local area restaurants and vendors; entertainment by Frogwater and other performers all inclusive in ticket cost. The beauty of the arbor and grounds make this a perfect late summer destination. Tickets are available now and will be limited to 500.
2021 WISCONSIN - AUGUST 2021
FOOD & WINE FESTIVALS, SHOWS & LOCAL EVENTS
events waiting for new dates
August 21, 2021 Cows on the Concourse - Madison, Wisconsin
Cows on the Concourse is a Madison tradition celebrating Wisconsin's dairy industry, taking place on Capitol Square. Meet and greet cows and baby calves from local dairy farms as you peruse the Dane County Farmers' Market. Enjoy live music, tasty food, and fun games.
August 28, 2021 Annual Burgers & Brew: The Taste is Local
Middleton, Wisconsin
Dane County's most popular chefs pair up with Wisconsin's talented brewers and farmers to serve up unique, mouthwatering burgers and satisfying suds. Chefs are already revealing their farm inspired burger concepts.
2019 WISCONSIN - AUGUST 2019
FOOD & WINE FESTIVALS, SHOWS & LOCAL EVENTS
events still waiting for new dates
August 2-3, 2019 Pig in the Pines: Bacon, BBQ & Bands
St. Germain, Wisconsin
The two day event will celebrate everything bacon, BBQ and bands with live music all day and night from 11:30am - 10:00pm. Feast on everything pig including pulled pork sandwiches, BBQ, succulent ribs, pork kabobs, bacon wrapped appetizers and gourmet ham sandwiches. Enjoy activities for the you and young at heart both days including Big Kid Trike Races and a boot camp inflatable obstacle course.
August 16-18, 2019 Holmen Kornfest - Holmen, Wisconsin
Join us the 3rd weekend in August for our annual event, featuring great food, live bands, rides, sports competitions, and much more!
2018 WISCONSIN - AUGUST 2018
FOOD & WINE FESTIVALS, SHOWS & LOCAL EVENTS
events still waiting for new dates
August 19, 2018 Taste of Fond du Lac in the Park
Fond du Lac, Wisconsin
Oven Island at Lakeside Park.
August 25-26, 2018 - Grand Champion Cheese Tasting & Sale
Mukuwonago, Wisconsin
Straight from the state fair, come taste the best of the best. Enjoy samplings of Blue Ribbon award-winning artisan and specialty cheeses. Unique varieties, sampling and 10% off all cheese will be offered. 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
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