It's the oldest county fair in the state of Wisconsin. The first Waukesha County Fair was held in 1842 in a poplar grove on Carroll Street, in Prairieville. It was a gala 4th of July Celebration, complete with fireworks and a festive dinner. It included a plowing match between the farmers, with about $40 in premiums awarded to the winners. The highest single premium was $3 for the best yield of corn from one acre.

This year's Waukesha County Fair runs from Wednesday, July 15 to Sunday, July 19 at the Waukesha County Fairgrounds.

Waukesha County Fair Executive Director Chrissy Gluege told WTKM that this year's theme couldn't be any more fitting. "Get Your Kicks-Kick Up the Memories and the Fun." 

"We are excited this year. Our partners, we couldn't do it without them. We do have specials, gosh, just about each and every day. Our team works really hard year round to bring in a variety of eclectic opportunities and different things for people to see and experience."

The Main Stage performances include Sebastian Bach on Thursday, July 16 and Hoobastank and Eve 6 on Friday, July 17. 38 Special will highlight Saturday evening, July 18. All of those shows are scheduled to begin at 8 p.m.

The America 250 Tribute Walking Parade steps off at 3 p.m. on Wednesday and will travel around the grounds.  

Friday's County Executive and Fair Marshal's Junior Livestock Auction will open at 5:30 p.m. at the Insight FS Livestock Coliseum. 

Truck and Tractor Pulls start at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, July 15 and noon on Sunday.

The popular Demolition Derby is scheduled to begin at 1 p.m. on Saturday.