Langlade County Fair: Modified for 2020

Each year since 1886, the Langlade County Fair has showcased the services, talents, and heritage of Langlade County and provided the community with a place to spend time with friends and family.

This year, the Langlade County Fair Board has decided to hold a modified fair in order to protect the safety of the community and visitors. The 2020 Langlade County Fair will be a two-day event comprised of the Sprint Car Race, Demo Derby, and Jackpot show/sale only. These events will be held on Friday, July 31, and Saturday, August 1.

On Friday, July 31, IRA Outlaw Sprints will be back at the Grandstand. Witness the thrilling speeds of up to 120 miles per hour around the 1/2-mile clay track. Time trials start at 6 p.m., with Qualifying at 6:30 p.m. and Racing at 7 p.m. Presale tickets cost $20 for adults, $15 for youth ages 4 to 12, and free for kids 3 and under. Gate tickets cost $25 for adults, $15 for youth ages 4 to 12, and free for kids 3 and under.

On Saturday, August 1, the Jackpot Animal Show and Sale will be held in the Livestock Pavilion from 1 to 4:30 p.m.

On Saturday, August 1, the Demo Derby will take place at the Grandstand. Presale tickets (available until July 17 or while supplies last) cost $12 for adults, $8 for youth ages 4 to 12, and free for kids ages 3 and under. Tickets at the gate cost adults $15, $8 for youth ages 4 to 12, and free for kids ages 3 and under.

There’s also the WACD Cash Giveaway at the Down Under Stage on Saturday. Don’t miss it!

The Langlade County Fair will be held at the fairgrounds at 1633 Neva Road in Antigo. The fair’s proceeds will benefit the Langlade County Fair Association, which supports the youth of Langlade County. For more information, visit the Langlade County Fair website and Facebook page. Planning is already underway for the 2021 fair to be held July 28 to August 1, 2021, which will welcome back all the parts of the fair.