Events at the Vilas County Fairgrounds
Open Now for Winter Season
Vilas County Fairground Community Skate Rink
Concessions and skate rentals are available:
- Sunday – Thursday: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
- Friday – Saturday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Eagle Days – Vendor Market
Dates: May 17, June 21, July 19, August 23, September 20
Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Accepting applications for all types of vendors and food vendors.
Zen Fest
Dates & Times:
- Friday, June 20: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Saturday, June 21: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Sunday, June 22: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
A wellness-focused event featuring classes, workshops, music, and a variety of wellness vendors. Accepting vendor applications.
Culpepper & Merriweather Circus
Date: July 4, 2025
Showtimes: 2:00 PM & 4:30 PM
Ticket Prices:
- Advance (sold by sponsors): Adults $13, Children (2–12) & Seniors (65+) $8
- Day of (sold by the circus): Adults $16, Children (2–12) & Seniors (65+) $9
Annual Vilas County Fair
Date: Thur. August 7th - Sun. August 10th, 2025
Each day on the fairgrounds will be: Exhibits, “Potlicker”, Chainsaw Carving, Face Painter, Glass Blowing Demos, K-9 Training Drills, Beer Garden.
National Championship Musky Open
Date: August 14 – August 17, 2025
The Eagle River Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center and Musky Clubs Alliance of Wisconsin, Inc. are pleased to announce the 39th Annual National Championship Musky Open Tournament.
Location: Tournament headquarters will be at Vilas County Fairgrounds on Highway 70 West, just blocks from downtown Eagle River. Registration and orientation will be at the headquarters where you will receive your registration packet.
Important Info:
- All contestants must register in person, receive all tournament information, and attend a briefing before fishing by Saturday morning at 6:30 AM.
- A confirmation registration card will be mailed to you—please bring it to the tournament registration.
- Food available at Tournament Headquarters:
- Thursday & Saturday: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
- Sunday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM (provided by the Greater Eagle River Tennis Association)
A portion of the proceeds will go toward fish stocking and habitat improvement. For questions, please call the Eagle River Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center at 800-359-6315
Zurko's Midwest Promotions Flea Market
Dates: August 30 & 31 (Labor Day Weekend)
Time: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Admission: $2 (Kids 12 & under free with an adult)
Free parking. Accepting vendor applications.
Cranberry Fest
Dates: October 4–5, 2025
Location: Vilas County Fairgrounds (Saturday & Sunday) and Downtown Eagle River (Saturday)
Everything cranberry and more! From fresh cranberries and craisins to delicious foods, pastries, cranberry beer, wine, and warm autumn drinks. Enjoy homemade goods, arts and crafts, clothing, and music—there’s something for everyone!
More than Cranberries: While cranberries are the highlight, attendees can also explore an arts and crafts fair, an antique/vintage and farmers market, and family entertainment throughout the weekend.