Wisconsin State Fair officials encourage Fairgoers to take advantage of a variety of transportation options to get to the State Fair efficiently. Fairgoers can drive and park in one of several State Fair parking lots or get to the State Fair Park by rideshare, bus, bicycle or shuttle. Please see below for more information, including the Wisconsin Department of Transportation’s dedicated site to navigating area road construction projects.
For the safety and convenience of all, local authorities allow only right-hand turns in and out of the State Fair gates on S. 84th Street and W. Greenfield Avenue during the annual State Fair. Certain gates are restricted for special use, and gates may close temporarily if parking lots are full.
Navigating Interstate 94 Construction
As major construction projects continue on I-94 and around Wisconsin State Fair Park, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, with assistance from Wisconsin State Fair officials, is providing guests with new tools and information to help plan ahead for the 2026 Wisconsin State Fair. Fairgoers are encouraged to use the new, dedicated WisDOT website designed to serve as the central hub for recommended routes to and from Wisconsin State Fair Park. The interactive site, dedicated exclusively for Fairgoers traveling to and from the Wisconsin State Fair, provides suggested routes to and from State Fair Park during construction on I-94.
Get a safe ride with Uber, Lyft or taxi service. A designated pick-up and drop-off area is located just outside the T-Mobile Main Entrance E on the north side of State Fair Park near SpinCity. Rideshare vehicles and taxis should enter at Gate 6 on S. 84th Street & W. Adler Street, near the Pettit National Ice Center. Local authorities only allow right-hand turns into State Fair Park along all bordering streets during the Fair (S. 84th Street, W. Greenfield Avenue, W. Kearney Street, S. 76th Street).
Participating shuttles are run independently from the Wisconsin State Fair and are subject to their own schedules and hours of operation. There may be a purchase necessary or fee applicable to utilize the shuttle services. Please contact the participating establishment for their specific shuttle details.
Take MCTS to Wisconsin State Fair
Milwaukee County Transit System makes it easy to get to State Fair Park using regular bus service:
Route 18:
- Route 18 has multiple bus stops along Greenfield Avenue on the southern side of State Fair Park. The bus stops closest to State Fair Park on Greenfield Avenue are at S. 84th (closest to Entrance B), S. 81st (Entrance A or B).
- Route 18 operates every 15-20 minutes between the hours of 4:03 a.m. and 1:41 a.m. on Weekdays, between 4:33 a.m. and 1:02 a.m. on Saturdays and between 6:00 a.m. and 1:41 a.m. on Sundays/Holidays. See the full schedule and view a map of the routing here.
Route 33:
- Route 33 has multiple bus stops along S. 84th Street on the western side of State Fair Park. The bus stops closest to State Fair Park on S. 84th Street are at Greenfield (closest to Entrance B), Washington (Entrance C), Schlinger (Entrance D) and Adler (Entrance D or E).
- Route 33 operates every 30 minutes between the hours of 5:43 a.m. and 6:06 p.m. on Weekdays, between 10:27 a.m. and 5:29 p.m. on Saturdays and between 10:53 a.m. and 5:36 p.m. on Sundays/Holidays. See the full schedule and view a map of the routing here.
Pay your fare with just about anything in your wallet!
- WisGo Card (full fare, reduced fare, CVP, U-Pass)
- Umo App (full fare, reduced fare, CVP, U-Pass)
- New! Contactless payment for regular route service makes it even easier to pay, including Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover credit cards or debit cards, Apple Pay and Google Pay, smartwatches and smartphones. Simply tap and pay!
- Cash (full fare)
Transit Plus paratransit service is available for 2026 State Fairgoers. Eligible clients may contact Transdev at: 414-817-9860, to schedule a ride to the fun! Drop off and pick up location is adjacent to the large Ferris wheel. Vans enter the Gate 2 Entrance located on 84th Street just north of Greenfield Avenue.
Bicycle Parking
Save gas and get some exercise when you pedal to the park! FREE bicycle parking is available in dedicated areas located at the following gates:
- T-Mobile Main Entrance E – located on Adler St. near I-94
- South Entrance A – located on Greenfield Ave. & S. 81st St.
Bike racks are available in each location and spots are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Bring a lock to secure your bicycle. Please note that a portion of the Hank Aaron State Trail will be closed during the Wisconsin State Fair.
Over half of State Fair Park is dedicated to onsite parking for State Fair attendees. Parking services at State Fair Park are provided by Interstate Parking Company. All parking is first-come, first-served.
For everyone’s safety, local authorities only allow right-hand turns into State Fair Park along all bordering streets (S. 84th Street, W. Greenfield Avenue, W. Kearney Street, S. 76th Street).
Gates may close temporarily if parking lots are full. Upon entering the lot, you will pay for parking via credit/debit card or show your prepaid parking pass. Once parked, proceed to the nearest State Fair admission entrance. If your vehicle leaves the parking lot, you will be charged for parking upon re-entry.
You cannot purchase parking day-of online. If parking is still available at the State Fair then you will be able to purchase it at the parking gates via credit/debit only.
Please note: Vehicles over 20 feet in length (including hitch) are considered oversized and will receive an oversized vehicle charge at the parking gates.
Accessible parking spaces are available in all State Fair parking lots on a first-come, first-served basis. While these Accessible parking spots cannot be reserved in advance, purchasing your parking pass online ahead of time provides quicker entry into the lots. Once you arrive, with proper decals or license plates displayed, you will be directed to any available Accessible spots within our lots.
A designated Accessible parking-only lot is available via Gate 2 on S. 84th Street (just north of W. Greenfield Avenue). Proper decals or license plates must be displayed. This parking lot opens at 9 a.m. daily. No general parking is allowed in this lot. Designated accessible parking is also available through the following vehicle gates:
- Gate 1 – located at W. Greenfield Avenue and S. 79th Street | Opens at 6 a.m. daily
- Gate 7 – located on W. Kearney Street (between S. 84th Street & S. 76th Street) | Opens at 9 a.m. daily
Cost: Monday – Thursday: $18 per vehicle | Friday – Sunday: $22 per vehicle
Cost: Monday – Sunday: $13 per motorcycle
All parking is first-come, first-served. Vehicle and motorcycle parking are available through the following vehicle gates:
- Gate 1 – W. Greenfield Avenue & S. 79th Street | Opens at 6 a.m. daily
- Gate 7 – Kearney Street (I-94 Frontage Road), between S. 84th & S. 76th Streets | Opens at 9 a.m. daily
- Gate 9 – W. Pierce Street & S. 76th Street | Opens at 9 a.m. daily
Preferred Parking – Available for purchase onsite only
Cost: Monday – Thursday: $30 per vehicle | Friday – Sunday: $36 per vehicle
. Skip the walk with prime parking! A limited number of Preferred Parking spaces are available near the Main Stage Entrance G via Gate 1, near the Main Entrance E via Gate 7, and near the Tunnel Entrance F via Gate 9. Preferred Parking is not available for advance purchase. These can be purchased at the parking gates during State Fair via credit/debit card only.
Courtesy Carts
Limited Courtesy Carts will be available on a first-come, first-served basis throughout Wisconsin State Fair parking lots shuttling Fairgoers from their vehicles to the nearest admission entrance. Accessible carts for Fairgoers with wheelchairs and mobility aids are also available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Common FAQs
Can I still buy admission tickets at the entrances?
- Yes, you can still purchase tickets at the admission entrances; however, it is a cashless experience. Advanced ticket purchases are highly recommended for a faster entry experience.
When do parking lots open?
- Parking lots open at 9 a.m. Entrances open at 10 a.m. Select entrances will be open beginning at 7 a.m. for Ag Show spectators.
What is the bag policy at the Wisconsin State Fair?
- The safety and security of Fairgoers remains a top priority at Wisconsin State Fair. While visiting the State Fair, all bags must to be 9” x 10” x 12” or smaller. As always, all bags are subject to inspection. Some exceptions apply, see our policy page for further details.
Can I bring in my own water bottle?
- Yes, sealed bottled water is allowed. Visit WiStateFair.com for more information on what is and isn’t allowed to be carried in at Wisconsin State Fair.
Visit WiStateFair.com for more information on policies in place for the 2026 Wisconsin State Fair, presented by T-Mobile.
