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Mid-Lakes Agricultural Fair

September 8 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
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One event on September 8, 2024 at 10:00 am

Saturday, September 7 from 10 am to 4 pm
Sunday, September 8 from 10 am to 4 pm

Come one, come all to the Mid-Lakes Agricultural Fair! The event will feature all the things a 19th century and early 20th century agricultural fair would. Presented in partnership with the Mid-Lakes Rustic Iron Club, enjoy threshing demonstrations, implement dealers with the ‘latest’ in farm equipment and technology, and other agriculture related demonstrations. Fairgoers will also experience contests, preserves, games, and more.

A parade through the historic Pinecrest Village will take place each day at 12 pm.

Fairs are an exciting time for any agricultural community throughout history, and residents couldn’t wait to show off their best work! Visit the exhibit tents, see ‘new’ technology being demonstrated, play carnival games, shop the farm and flea market, and maybe even join the threshing crew. See demonstrations of pie baking, corn shelling, sawmill demonstrations, antique haying, view farm animals, and so much more!

Don’t miss this glorious celebration of the seasons bounty – animals, entertainment, food, historical demonstrations, and so much more!

The Mid-Lakes Agricultural Fair is made possible by Bank First, A.C.E Building Service, Country Visions, CP Feeds LLC, Eis Implement, Seehafer Broadcasting, and Skana Aluminum.

Take part in living history!
With a variety of ongoing demonstrations and timed experiences, there is something for everyone to be immersed in our agricultural history.

Timed Experiences:

10:30 am: Ladies of Society— Ladies ride sidesaddle and astride. Learn how they navigate their skirts to ride. Watch as they maneuver, race, and more!

11:00 am: Saw Mill Narration — Explore how lumber is
created on this third generation operated sawmill.

11:45 am: Cavalry Drill— The Cavalry is a branch of the military that is a thing of the past. Watch these horsemen drill and present the colors.

12:00 pm: Star Spangled Banner & Parade kick off.

1:00 pm: Haymaking Demo—Haying is as essential as putting gas in your car. Get a first hand view of this process in the field.

2 pm: Threshing Narration and Your Turn! What is Threshing and why do we do it? Learn more about this technology with dialogue from our threshermen Plus a
chance to pitch a bundle yourself!

3 pm: Gymkhana Race— Choose a favorite and root them on!

Historic Equipment and Demonstrations
From steam engines to tractors, and reapers to plows – they all play an important part in our history. At the Agricultural Fair, you’ll be able to see the tools that farmer’s used, but also see many of them in action.

Interested in attending as a reenactor or exhibitor? Fill out the form below!

Exhibitor and Reenactor Registration

Enter exhibits in the Fair
The Two Creeks Town Hall will be transformed into the Exhibition Hall and the citizens of Pinecrest Village will be showing off their best work. You’re invited to do the same! Bring your best beans, flower arrangements, pies, needlework, and more.

A premium list of projects appropriate for the fair can be found below.

Drop Off of items can take place between 10 am on Thursday, September 5th through Noon on Saturday September 7th (during normal business hours)

Pickup will be at the Two Creeks Town Hall from 3pm-8pm on Sunday September 8th.

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Details

Date:
September 8
Time:
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Cost:
Free – $14
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Venue

Pinecrest Historical Village
924 Pinecrest Road
Manitowoc, WI 54220 United States
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Phone
920-684-4445

The dates and information listed here are subject to change. Please call to verify dates and details.