Portage County Fair Grounds - Rosholt, WI, 186 Forest Street W, Rosholt, WI (2026)

The fair continues to expand and grow each year, while keeping a small town feel. The Rosholt Fair was begun by action of the Rosholt Advancement Association at a meeting held on May 10th of 1921. At this meeting it was decided to hold a picnic in conjunction with the the Portage County Guernsey Breeders Association to be held on June 15th of that year. As this was a success it was further decided

to make this "Fair" an annual event. The Fair became an Official Fair by action of the committee on July 11 of 1922 when it was decided to move the date of this event to Labor Day and be known as the "Rosholt Community Free Fair". It was recognized as the official Portage County Fair by the Portage County Board of Supervisors in 1926.

06/09/2026

The countdown is on! In honor of 250 years, this year's fireworks show is set to be the biggest and best one yet! Are you as excited as we are?! Mark your calendars, Saturday, July 4th, 2026 is going to be one for the books and we can't wait to see you Up On The Hill!

06/08/2026

📸 EVENT PHOTOS ARE HERE! 📸

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One of the best parts of the Rosholt Car, Truck & Smoke Show is getting to relive the memories after the event—and thanks to Dynamic Imagery, you can do just that!

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🏁 217 Show Vehicles
👥 1,200+ Spectators
💛 Countless Memories Made

06/05/2026

💨 Sponsor Spotlight: Apex Auto Systems 💨
A huge thank you to Apex Auto Systems for supporting the 5th Annual Rosholt Car, Truck & Smoke Show!

Based in Wausau, Apex Auto Systems has built a reputation for helping automotive enthusiasts take their vehicles to the next level. Their passion for vehicles, performance, and quality workmanship has made them a trusted name among car and truck enthusiasts throughout Central Wisconsin.
We're especially grateful for their support of our Full Send Burnout Show, where Apex Auto Systems has stepped up to donate a $400 Gift Certificate that will be awarded to this year's Burnout Show Champion! 🏆💨

In addition to their sponsorship, the Apex Auto Systems team will also be lending their automotive expertise as part of this year's judging panel. We're excited to have knowledgeable enthusiasts helping evaluate the incredible vehicles that will be on display throughout the day.
It's support from businesses like Apex Auto Systems that helps us continue growing this event while supporting the Rosholt FFA and Rosholt Youth Athletics.

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Thank you for helping make this year's event one to remember!
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12/13/2025

Dear Friends,

In this season of giving, we’d like to help the food pantry in Rosholt provide area families that could use a little backup with a festive holiday meal. So far we are at 15 towards our goal of 25. Thank you to all those that have donated so far. Our goal is to provide 25 families with a ham, dinner rolls, instant/scalloped potatoes, cranberry sauce, canned peas, canned carrots and a pie. As we all know hams are expensive, but we’ve teamed up with Amherst Family Foods to make this goal at a reasonable cost. We have arranged to pickup tomorrow as this Monday is the last day the food pantry will be open before Christmas. The cost of a ham is $25 and the cost for the complete dinner along with some extra treats is $50. Please donate what you can. For each $25 donation, donors will be entered to win a Family 4 Pack (valued at $380) for the 100th Annual Portage County Fair!

The food pantry could also use an additional new upright freezer. Please consider donating with Venmo below or message us for other ways to give. Thank you!

Don’t forget that Santa will be at the Enchanted Forest tonight. Due to the cold, the petting zoo is canceled for the safety of the animals. Thanks for your understanding.

Address

186 Forest Street W
Rosholt, WI
54473

Telephone

+17155724758

Website

http://www.rosholtfair.com/

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