Dane County Fair

Dane County Fair Website

Fairs provide many opportunities for youth involved in 4-H to learn and grow. Exhibiting 4-H projects at the fair is optional and a wonderful way for young people to showcase their work and receive feedback and recognition. Visit with your club leader or project leader to learn more about 4-H opportunities at the fairs in Dane County. 

These fairs are not run by Dane County 4-H. Be sure to visit the website of the fair you want to exhibit or get the necessary forms. Members are responsible for turning in their entries on time. It is the member’s responsibility to find out the rules of a fair and follow them, while representing Dane County 4-H and following the Wisconsin 4-H Code of Conduct.

Dane County FairEntry will open in mid-April for members who would like to enter exhibits at the Fair. If you have questions about Dane County Fair entries, contact entries.danecountyfair@gmail.com.

Volunteer at the Dane County Fair!

We need adults and youth to volunteer at the Dane County Fair – there is an opportunity that fits you…click on the links below and sign up today!

Sign up for all schedules through SignUpGenius:

Dane County Fair Youth Day 4-H Volunteer – Friday, July 17, 2026 – Youth 7th grade and older – Lead fun activities with youth attending the fair between 10am-3pm. Supplies and training provided.

Potato & Ice Cream Stand Sign Up  – Wash and sell potatoes and ice cream.

4-H Clover Store & DCF Gift Shed Volunteer Sign Up – help share information about 4-H and sell awesome 4-H gear. This year, the volunteers will also sell Dane County Fair items!

Cloverbud Evaluator Sign Up – Tuesday, July 14, 2026 – Youth 8th grade and older can register to help evaluate Cloverbud projects. Teen Evaluators will be in the Alliant Energy Center with exhibits and Cloverbuds.

Dane County Fair Exhibit Protectors (inside Alliant Energy Center) – Share information about 4-H and protect exhibits inside the Alliant Energy Center.

Dane County Fair Small Animal Barn Exhibit Protectors (inside barn) – Share information about 4-H and protect exhibits inside the Small Animal Barn.