Cinder City Days in Altoona, WI - June 4-7, 2026
Kicking off the season in Altoona, Cinder City Days is a four-day celebration that feels like the official start of summer in the Chippewa Valley. Held at Cinder City Park, this longtime community favorite brings together everything you want in a classic summer fair.
Here's what you can expect:
- Carnival rides
- Free live music from Six Figure Sunrise and Forgotten Highway
- Car, truck, and cycle show
- Men's softball tournament
- Youth baseball & softball
- Largest parade in the area
Events like these feel like the pinnacle of summer, and Cinder City Days packs everything into a 4-day experience. Mark your calendars for June 4-7, 2026, when Altoona kicks off the summer fair season with rides, music, and more family-friendly events. For more details and the complete schedule of events, visit the link here.
Lake Martha Days in Osseo, WI - June 18-21, 2026
Next up on the summer docket, the city of Osseo presents Lake Martha Days–a can't-miss weekend that brings the whole community together. Set in downtown Osseo, this annual celebration puts on a Father's Day Weekend party with events for the whole family.
Here's what you can expect:
- Carnival rides
- Live bands and entertainment
- Grand parade
- Arts & crafts show
- Vintage car show
- Triathlon and 5k
- Horse pull
When you think of a small-town summer fair, it's Lake Martha Days. Osseo heads into the summer season with family, tradition, and fair memories at the top of mind, and it's an event you won't want to miss. Save the dates for this year's celebration on June 18-21, 2026, and visit the Lake Martha Days website for the full schedule of events.
Northern Wisconsin State Fair in Chippewa Falls - July 8-12, 2026
Taking things up a notch in Chippewa Falls, a short drive from Eau Claire, the Northern Wisconsin State Fair is one of the biggest and most anticipated events of the summer. Held at the fairgrounds just outside downtown, this five-day fair blends classic fair traditions with big-name entertainment, drawing crowds from all across the region year after year.
Each summer, the Leinenkugel's Main Stage has hosted top acts in the entertainment industry, and this year is no exception. Here's who you'll see on the main stage this year:
- Sawyer Brown
- Hairball (With Guests Rival 5)
- Sugar Ray (With Special Guest Uncle Kracker)
- 38 Special
And that's only the beginning! The Northern Wisconsin State Fair partners with the world's largest outdoor amusement park and provides families with endless carnival rides and games at the fair.
If you like a little friendly competition, the fair features a variety of junior and open exhibits, a Lego pre-build contest, and the Northern Wisconsin State Fair Fairest of the Fair contest. Plus, the fair features a variety of animal exhibits, including beef, sheep, swine, poultry, and more.
It's one giant summer fair you can't bear to miss! An extended weekend with nonstop fair food, carnival rides, live music, and summer sunshine – it all takes place July 8-12, 2026. Visit the Northern Wisconsin State Fair website to see the complete schedule of events, fair maps, competitions, and more.
Eau Claire County Fair in Eau Claire - July 20-26, 2026
Wrapping up the summer fair season in Eau Claire, the Eau Claire County Fair is a weeklong tradition that brings the community together year after year. Held at the Eau Claire County Expo Center, this classic fair leans into Wisconsin's roots, celebrating agriculture, local youth, and hometown experiences that never get old.
Here's what you can expect:
- Livestock shows and 4-H exhibits
- Rodeo and grandstand events
- Food stands, food trucks, and fair favorites
- Contests, competitions, and hands-on activities
- Family-friendly entertainment all week long
Mark your calendars for July 20-26, 2026, when the fairgrounds fill with tradition and memories in the making. Stay tuned for more details to come on the Eau Claire County Fair website.