An A-Z visitors guide to Milwaukee Wisconsin. Sponsored by Key Magazine Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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THE WISCONSIN STATE FAIR, presented by U.S. Cellular, runs Thursday, Aug. 2, through Sunday, Aug. 12, offering 11 days of fun on close to 200 acres of non-stop activity. The fair serves up 30 free stages of daily entertain- ment, thousands of animals, endless family activi- ties, events, contests, vendors and culinary delights. Potawatomi Bingo Casino Main Stage brings national headliners to the fair (at an addi- tional charge for most shows). Agriculture is a central focus of the fair. Visitors can tour the barns, watch judging or take in an auc- tion. While State Fair Cream Puffs are a famous fair staple, other food options abound. Family fun includes youth exhibits, interactive activities, children's play zone, Sky Glider, Kiddie Kingdom and giant slide. In the air-conditioned, 200,000 square-foot Expo Center, shop-a-holics can browse through more than 400 vendors. There are many other marketplaces located throughout the Fair Park. Ride and game lovers will now have a NEW place at Wisconsin State Fair Park to explore, SpinCity. Children and adults will be amazed when stepping into this new amusement experience, whether they are seeking the thrill of high-flying rides or love the challenge of amusement games-of-skill. Potawatomi Bingo Casino Main Stage tickets include fair admission if purchased prior to enter- ing the fair. All shows are on sale now at the Fair Ticket Office, 7722 W. Greenfield Ave., or WiStateFair.com. The lineup is Aug. 2, Jeff Dunham; Aug. 3, Billy Currington; Aug. 4, Neon Trees; Aug. 5, Happy Together Tour; Aug. 6, The Band Perry; Aug. 7, Styx; Aug. 8, Chris Tomlin; Aug. 9, Victoria Justice; Aug. 10; Last Summer on Earth tour; Aug. 11, Tesla, Great White and Slaughter and Aug. 12, (two shows, both FREE, fair admission is required) The Fearless Flores Thrill Show. This is just a sampling of what's going on as the fair celebrates 161 years of fun. General admission is $9/adults, $5/youth (ages 6-11), $6/military/ veterans with ID and seniors (60 and older), and free for children 5 and under. Hours are 8 a.m.-11 p.m. Sunday-Thursday and 8 a.m. until midnight Friday and Saturday. Entry to the park ceases one hour prior to park closure. On the final day, Aug. 12, the fair will close at 10 p.m. Also that day, the Cattle and Horse Barns close at 3 p.m. The Swine Barn closes at 4 p.m. and Sheep & Goat Barn and the Poultry & Rabbit Palace both close at 5 p.m. For a great experience for all, the Wisconsin State Fair will continue its policy of Bag Searches upon entry to the Fair Park and the Parental/Guardian Youth Admission Policy will be in effect for the 2012 Fair. Fairgoers 18 and under entering the Fair after 5 p.m. must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian 21 years of age or older. Proof of age is required. For information, phone 800-884-FAIR or visit www.WiStateFair. See Facebook.com/wistatefair or Twitter at twitter.com/wistatefair. 21 FUN FOR ALL AT THE STATE FAIR