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April 17, 18 & 19 - 2026

Alliant Energy Center
Madison, Wisconsin
Please mark your calendar as we look forward to honoring our shared interest and celebrating the almighty equine

April 17, 18 & 19 - 2026

Alliant Energy Center
Madison, Wisconsin

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The Midwest Horse Fair is the top 3-day horse fair in America. Held in Madison, Wisconsin at the Alliant Energy Center, it has been growing and going strong since 1979. Every year the Midwest Horse Fair gets bigger & better, and this year will be no exception! The Midwest Horse Fair is owned by the Wisconsin Horse Council, Inc. All proceeds from the Fair are returned to the WHC and are used to represent and foster a unified equine industry in Wisconsin, to promote the equine through leadership, education, service, and communication, and to take a proactive role in the future growth and development of the equine industry.
April 17, 18 & 19 - 2026
April 17, 18 & 19 - 2026
Fair OPENs at 8:00 am each day
Friday & Saturday fair closes at 7:00 p.m. & Sunday at 5:00 p.m.
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Purchase Tickets in Advance to Save!
Purchase Tickets in Advance to Save!
CASH ONLY AT GATE - 1 Day $25 & 3 Day $55
Tickets can be purchased in advance at participating retailers or through ticketmaster.com.
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PRCA Rodeo
PRCA Rodeo
Friday, April 17 & Saturday, April 18
An evening of bulls, broncs and barrels returns Friday AND Saturday at 7:45 p.m. in the Blain's Farm & Fleet Coliseum.
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Schedule & Maps
Schedule & Maps
Download the Fair Schedule and Maps
Plan your weekend with our Interactive Schedule and Grounds Maps.
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Horses at Fair
Horses at Fair
You're in for a treat with our wide range of breeds, disciplines, and stallions!
Learn more about various breeds and disciplines presenting at the fair.
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Cirque Ma'Ceo
Cirque Ma'Ceo
Special Event: Cirque Ma'Ceo Equestrian Circus
Experience five spellbinding performances under the Big Top at the Midwest Horse Fair!
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Competitions
Competitions
Check out our 2026 Competitions!
Thrill of the Drill Team Competition, Working Equitation Cattle Trial and WI FFA Horse Evaluation.
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Shopping!
Shopping!
Learn about our almost 400 Exhibitors
Shop 'til you Drop! Every horse lover needs accessories.
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FAQs
FAQs
Answers to Your Frequently Asked Questions
Info on 4H Tack Sale, Will Call Hours, Pet Policy and more.
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