Fairgrounds Rentals
(Above Pictures-Commercial Bldg, 1-6; JLP Pavilion, 7-8; Progress Hall-9-10; Horse Bldg. 11; Hoop Bldg, 12; WCCU Livestock Pavilion, 13-15; Sign 16)
Rental Information
Welcome to the Sauk County Fairgrounds, a great place for your event. Many buildings are available to make your event a success. If you need a unique venue to bring together family and friends, or a larger location for your business event the Sauk County Fairgrounds is a great location that will meet your needs. Our venue has plenty of room for large weddings, reunions, and graduations, our location is perfect for a successful flea market, craft show or another unique event.
Information on buildings and rates is below.
For other questions email info@saukcountyfair.com or call 608-356-8707
All Rentals
*Start the rental process by completing and submitting the rental application.
*If the rental is available a contract will be sent to you.
*Contracts must be signed and returned, with a deposit of half the total rental cost, within 15 days of receiving the contract.
*All events are required to hold event insurance with the Sauk County Agricultural Society, Inc listed as an additional insured. This insurance needs to be acquired by the renter prior to rental date.
*All rentals also require a refundable security deposit of $300.00 before rental. The deposit is refundable after the event if no damage has occurred and clean up meets approval.
*Extra charges your event may incur include trash disposal (*see comm. bldg note), camping fees, animal waste disposal, tables & chairs (except Comm. Bldg), use of crowd gate/fences, set up charges using tractor, and restroom cleanup.
*We do offer set-up or clean-up of tables & chairs for events, billed at an hourly rate or $50.00.
*Public Events will need to contact local government for any applicable permits.
*For events serving alcohol ask to see our price list.
*For events selling alcohol we provide bar-tending services on an hourly rate.
Description of Available Buildings:
Commercial Building
Our Commercial Building is 140ft x 70ft with two large overhead doors, concrete floors, and metal side walls. The building is attached to our restrooms for easy access. A 12ft x 24ft stage is available for use as well as large barn fans for warm days. Approximately 100 (8ft x 2ft) tables and 400 chairs are included in the rental of the Commercial Building. Restrooms are cleaned before and after your event, saving you time! We do offer set up and take down services at an hourly rate. This building has internet access and has ample electric outlets for any event. The building is wired for loudspeaker use. The adjacent parking area provides plenty of space for large events to park attendees. Rental of the Commercial Building includes use of building, including a day for set up, tables & chairs, restroom cleaning, garbage bags, use of large stage, and up to one dumpster of waste disposal from your event. This building does not have heat or air conditioning.
Call or email for pricing details for more than one day. One day $1,200.00
John Litscher Pavilion (JLP/Beer Garden) without kitchen $550.00 (price includes picnic tables, pavilion stage, restroom cleaning and dumpster)
With Kitchen $700.00 (price includes picnic tables, pavilion stage, restroom cleaning and dumpster)
The JLP is a great covered indoor/outdoor venue for your event. The area is open on two sides for great ventilation and for use of the grassy area to the West of the building. A wood stage placed at the East side of the building is a great bonus for your event. The building has concrete floors, water, electricity and approximately 16 large 8ft picnic tables. This is a great building for family events, graduations, casual business events and picnics. Restrooms for the pavilion are located to the South, adjacent to the Grandstand.
The JLP Kitchen is attached to the South wall of the Pavilion. The kitchen has two large swing-up windows (on each side), with counters attaching it to the JLP event area. The kitchen has two large refrigerator coolers, one-floor cooler as well as two large chest freezers. Large sinks, a deep fryer (you provide oil and clean up) and cooktop griddle and ample electric outlets help make this kitchen a great asset for your event.
WCCU Livestock Pavilion $800.00 base, with pens $1000.00
The WCCU Livestock Building is the newest addition to the fairgrounds is 192ft x 66ft. This building has 2 sides with fencing and open air, and two sides with metal doors. The building features restrooms and a small office. The inside of the building has three alleyways all with concrete, two driveways in and multiple wash racks for smaller animals. 5 x 5 metal pens are available for rent but need to be set up for animals. As well, a show ring in the center can be built for an extra fee. Electricity, water, and cement floors provide the perfect new building for your event.
Badger Building $450.00
The Badger building, located on the Northwest corner of the fairgrounds is a metal building with cement floor, featuring a stage on one end. The building has ample electricity, and space around the outside for a great event. Size is approx. 30ft x 50ft.
Grandstand Area Call For Pricing. Starts at $1500.00
Our grandstand is a unique and endearing structure of yesteryear with functionality. The grandstand and the adjacent open-air bleachers (seat approx. 1900 people, including a handicapped area) are the perfect venue for your event. The building features plenty of lighting, and outlets and has loudspeaker capabilities, along with the track area in front of the grandstand. There are restrooms adjacent to the grandstand and all areas join nicely with the John Litscher Pavilion and Kitchen.
Open Class Project Building #1 $250.00 each
Project Building One-Open Class Building
This unique original fair building used for Open Class Projects is the perfect building for a small event such as a garage sale, craft sale, or a small meeting. The building is set up with shelves and places to hang items. Truly a gem of the fairgrounds.
Progress Hall $600.00
Progress Hall is a metal-sided, approx.160ft x 80ft, building with a dirt floor covered with sawdust. Bleachers can be added to this building. The building has two large slide doors and is fully wired with electricity as well as an ability for a tie-in with a sound system. The building is adjacent to the milk house as well as several other animal barns. Sound system costs are an additional cost.
Horse Barn $500.00
The Horse Barn is a metal building, with two large sliding doors. The interior has a gravel floor and has wood beams and makes for a great space for a variety of activities. From animals to weddings, this building is unique and versatile. The size is approximately 160ft x 80ft.
Livestock Hoop Building $400.00
The Hoop building is a large open-air building constructed of metal beams and a sturdy poly roof. The building can be used for stock or a special event. There is ample space and electric outlets and lighting. The sides have fencing five feet up the North and South sides and large overhead doors on the East and West sides.