Wisconsin Association of Fairs Convention to be held January 11-14, 2026
We are so excited to be hosting our 102nd annual convention this coming January! Our convention theme is "Diamonds are Fair-Ever", as we celebrate the crowning of our 60th Wisconsin Fairest of the Fairs. Convention will once again take place at the Chula Vista Resort in Wisconsin Dells, January 11-14, 2026. Online reservations for convention open October 1 at 8:00AM. Early-bird pricing is through November 15.
On Sunday night we will once again enjoy networking and socializing with our friends in the mobile amusement industry with carnival night.
Our convention officially begins on Monday morning with our Special Projects fun activities followed by our Opening Ceremony and our Keynote Speaker, Ian Hill. We offer a trade show on Monday and Tuesday afternoons filled with our amazing Associate Members. The schedule is filled with workshops for Fair & Associate Members throughout the convention focused on everything Fair related. Evening showcases of entertainment are held on Monday and Tuesday.
While our Fair/Associate Member convention is happening, our Fairest of the Fairs Contest is also taking place. Throughout the convention the contestants participate in interviews, on-stage speaking, promoting auction items and enhancing their communication skills. We conclude our convention on Wednesday evening with our Awards and Fairest Finals Banquet.