2026 Wisconsin Cheese Festivals

Wisconsin knows cheese — and 2026 is packed with festivals that prove it. From iconic small-town celebrations and summer curd fests to world-class cheese competitions and industry expos, this list rounds up every major cheese festival happening in Wisconsin in 2026. Whether you’re planning a road trip or just looking for your next excuse to eat more cheese, consider this your ultimate guide to a very cheesy year.

Beer and Cheese Fest | Madison | January 17, 2026

The first cheese-filled Wisconsin festival is Beer and Cheese Fest in Madison. This festival has been around for 15 YEARS! General admission tickets cost $74 (unless you snag the early bird price!) and get you unlimited beer and cheese samples. There is a V.I.P. option for a more elusive experience. Make sure you have sober driver to take you home!

Dairy State Cheese & Beer Festival | Kenosha | April 18, 2026

The Dairy State Cheese & Beer Festival is a fundraiser that was created for the Boys & Girls Club of Kenosha. There will be live music, beer, and lots of cheese. Tickets are $55 online ahead of time or $60 at the door!

Between the Bluffs | La Crosse | April 25, 2026

The Between the Bluffs Beer, Wine and Cheese festival in La Crosse is one you should not miss. I attended this festival a few years ago and it was so much fun! Ample amount of vendors serving up craft beer along with cheese samples to fill your stomach. General admission is $60 -- be one of the first 500 to purchase and save $5!

Great Wisconsin Cheese Festival | Little Chute | June 5-7, 2026

Little Chute holds a yearly festival called CheeseFest - Great Wisconsin Cheese Festival. Activities include amusement rides, food booths, live music, a cheese curd eating contest, a cheese curd catching contest, and more. There's an entire weekend of fun to be had!

Beer, Bacon, and Cheese | New Glarus | June 2026 (exact date not announced yet)

This festival is one of the most well known in Wisconsin. Check out Beer, Bacon, and Cheese Festival in New Glarus for all of your cheesey desires. The festival has several beer and seltzer vendors along with cheese vendors. There is a parade, live music, and tons of fun. Tickets for this one sell quick!

Cheese Curd Festival | Ellsworth | June 26-27, 2026

Some may refer to Ellsworth as the Cheese Curd Capital of the state. Ellsworth Creamery puts on an annual Cheese Curd Festival where vendors create cheese-curd centered dishes like cheese curd tacos, cheese curd ice cream sundaes, and more. There is live music, a car show, shopping, and games for the kids!

Cheese Capital Festival | Plymouth | June 26-27, 2026

The Cheese Capital Festival in Plymouth, Wisconsin is always a hit! The festival consists of a parade, live music, cheese eating contest, foam cheese race, and more. There are dozens of activities for children and TONS of cheese to eat!

Colby Cheese Days | Colby | July 17-19, 2026

In a town that shares a name with cheese, would you expect anything less? Colby Cheese Days features a lively carnival, parade, 5k/10k race, car show, peddle tractor pulls, street dances, and free Colby cheese! Sign me up.

Blair Cheese Festival | Blair | September 17-20, 2026

Located in Trempealeau County, Blair Cheese Festival boasts a weekend of fun! Catch

 a truck and tractor pull, run in the 5k, meander through the car show, and stay for the variety show performed by the local schools.

Green County Cheese Days | Monroe | September 18-20, 2026

Green County Cheese Days is a long-running festival celebrating cheese, Swiss traditions, yodeling, copper kettle cheesemaking, cheese foods, and parades. This festival happens every other year, so make sure not to miss it!

Drink Wisconsinbly Curd Fest | Milwaukee | October 2026 (exact date not announced yet)

The date for Curd Fest has not yet been announced, but this event is put on at Drink Wisconsinbly Pub in Milwaukee, right outside of the Fiserv Forum. Expect to see several cheese vendors, live music, signature cocktails, and more.