July 31st - August 3rd, 2025
FREE
Admission
CONTESTS
Sexiest Men's Legs In A Kilt Contest
This year the fair will see the return of its hilarious yet tantalizing “Sexiest Men’s Legs in a Kilt Contest.” Men will don their kilts (kilts provided if needed), and show off their sexy legs in hopes of receiving the coveted genuine leather belt! Hosted by WJFW personality Geoff Weller, it has become a must-see contest at the fair.
Date and time: Saturday, 7/27/2024 at NOON (12 pm) on the Family Stage
Kids Watermelon Eating Contest
Who doesn’t love a classic watermelon eating contest? The fair will hold two days of watermelon eating. The contest is limited to children only.
Date and time: Friday, 7/26/2024 at NOON (12 pm) on the Family Stage
Saturday, 7/27/2024 at 2 pm on the Family Stage
Sunday, 7/28/2024 at 2 pm on the Family Stage
Sponsored by Charter Next Generation
Iron Woman Skillet Throwing Contest
In 2022 the fair hosted its first “Iron-Woman Skillet Throwing Contest.” The Northwoods is full of strong women, we know because they broke last year’s cast iron skillet in two! How far can you toss a cast iron skillet?
2 brackets - Girls up to 16, Ladies 16+
The contest is limited to the first 20 participants per bracket.
Registration is located at the On-Site Fair Office in the morning.
Date and time: Friday, 7/26/2024 at 4 pm in Ollie's Greenspace
The Great Northern Crayfish Carry Race
Another new Northwoods inspired contest will be “The Great Northern Crayfish Carry Race.” The goal is to pick up crayfish and race them to your bucket. Most crayfish moved wins! The contest is for kids only.
The contest is limited to the first 20 participants.
Registration is located at the On-Site Fair Office in the morning.
Date and time: Friday, 7/26/2024 at 2 pm in Ollie's Greenspace
Cheese Curd Eating Contest
Nothing says a Wisconsin County Fair like Cheese Curds! How fast can you eat a container of delicious deep-fried Wisconsin Cheese Curds?
Date and time: Saturday, 7/27/2024 at 4 pm on the Family Stage
Sponsored by Aaron's Recreation Repair Services
NEW: Ollie's Stuffy Parade
Calling all the children of the community to participate in the first-ever Stuffy Parade! Children 12 years old and under can decorate a float and enter their favorite doll, toy, or stuffed animal. The float will be walked through the park for all to see! Float sizes must not exceed the size of a stroller or wagon. Parents can walk with their children in the parade. All children will receive a goodie bag and a chance to take a photo with Ollie at a fun balloon Photo Booth provided by Lexi Siewart: Personal Event Attendant.
Date and time
Registration: Sunday, 7/28/2024 at 11 am at Ollie's Greenspace
Parade: Sunday, 7/28/2024 at 12 (NOON) at Ollie's Greenspace