Fairgrounds

The Rusk County Fairgrounds is a publicly owned facility located in the City of Ladysmith. Conveniently located on Highway 8, the Fairgrounds covers 52 acres and includes a wide range of amenities and facilities that are available for public use. Facilities can be booked for public or private use for events and activities large and small.

While the primary and original use of the facility is for hosting the annual Rusk County Fair – held the 2nd weekend in August – the facility is available year-round for private and public functions. The fairgrounds is equipped with public restrooms and campground sites (with electric) and a dump station that are available seasonally. The grounds also have a number of multi-use structures that can be reserved. In addition to the multi-use structures, there are also buildings specific to dairy, beef, swine, poultry and horses. Amenities include a show arena, large outdoor arena, warm-up arena, announcer’s stand, and concessions. If you are in need of outdoor space, the fairgrounds has youth ball diamonds, a grandstand with maximum capacity of 650, pulling track, and approximately 5 open acres that could support a variety of activities.

In addition to being located on Highway 8, the fairgrounds is conveniently located adjacent to the Rusk County Historical Museum and within walking distance of additional camp sites, motel rooms, Memorial Park, Flambeau River, restaurants, and downtown Ladysmith.

The Rusk County Fairgrounds is located at W8323 Highway 8 in Ladysmith, follow Hwy 8 to the east and cross over the bridge. The fairgrounds is located on a curve shortly after Memorial Park. The Rusk County Historical Museum and the Rusk County Senior/Youth Center is also located on the fairgrounds.