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Monday 11am - 6pm Tuesday 11am - 6pm Wednesday 11am - 6pm Thursday 11am - 10pm Friday 11am - 12am Saturday 11am - 12am Sunday 11am - 6pm

Amherst Fair

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Portage County Fair of Amherst Also known as The Portage County Fair. Located in Central Wisconsin.

10/11/2026

Nothing beats derby night under the lights! A massive thank you to Uttecht Derby Industries for putting on an incredible show this year. We’re taking notes and gearing up to make next year’s action bigger, louder, and better than ever.

What’s on your derby wish list for next year? Drop it in the comments! 👇

10/06/2026

Who loves sweet potatoes?! 🍠✨

Check out this incredible behind-the-scenes video from our friends at Wysocki Family Farms harvesting sweet potatoes! 🚜🌾

It takes so much dedication, hard work, and care to grow and harvest local crops for our region. We love seeing our local ag partners in action!

Share your favorite way to make sweet potatoes in the comments! 👇

09/24/2026

Round 2 of the Fair Food Showdown: Cheese Curds vs. Sweet Corn on the Cob! 🎪

Which one do you grab first?!

Drop your pick below! 👇

Bonus Point: What are you dipping those cheese curds in? Ranch or ketchup?!

09/21/2026

🏆 Big congratulations to 9-year-old Seager Cottrill! 🏆

After taking first place at the Mike Biadasz Memorial Pedal Tractor Pull at the Amherst Fair, Seager headed to the State Pedal Tractor Pull competition and pulled his way to 1st place! 🚜💨

Because of his big win at State, he's earned a spot at Nationals! Way to go Seager!! 👏🎉

09/09/2026

Fair Food Showdown: Elephant Ear vs. Funnel Cake! 🎪

We’re settling the debate once and for all. Which classic fair treat are you choosing?

👍 Like for a warm, cinnamon-sugar Elephant Ear

❤️ Love for a crispy, powdered-sugar Funnel Cake

09/02/2026

Celebrate your special day right here at the fairgrounds! 💍✨

We are thrilled to share the very first wedding hosted in the new Wysocki Family Farms Entertainment Center! From the gorgeous setup to every special moment, we were honored to be part of such an unforgettable day.

Swipe through to see these stunning photos captured by Rachel Jensen Photography! 📸👇

Our new space is officially open and ready for weddings, receptions, parties, and private events. With plenty of room, flexible layout options, and the large bar, it’s the perfect spot for any event!

Interested in booking? Send us a direct message, and we will get you some info!

08/24/2026

YOU GUESSED IT! (Or did you? 🤔)

The Tomorrow River Conservation Club went through a grand total of 2,400 lbs of French fries at the 2026 Amherst Fair!

08/19/2026

🥔 POTATO TRIVIA TIME! 🍟

It’s National Potato Day! You know those delicious fries at the Tomorrow River Valley Conservation Club food stand?!

How many POUNDS of fries do you think they fried up at the fair this year?

A— 800 lbs
B— 1,500 lbs
C— 2,400 lbs
D— 3,200 lbs

Drop your guess in the comments! 👇

08/15/2026

Don’t forget about the rodeo at the fairgrounds today! 🐴🐂

Check out all these food options and vendors who will also be there! 😁

Address

4504 Fair Ground Road
Amherst, WI
54406

Opening Hours

Monday	11am - 6pm
Tuesday	11am - 6pm
Wednesday	11am - 6pm
Thursday	11am - 10pm
Friday	11am - 12am
Saturday	11am - 12am
Sunday	11am - 6pm

Website

http://amherstfair.org/

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