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September 9-12, 2027
Always the weekend after Labor Day! Showcasing Wisconsin's rich tradition in sheep production and fiber arts! Sheep production classes.

Jefferson County Fair Park, Jefferson, WI Breed and market sheep shows
Fleece show and Sale
Demonstrations
Country Store-two full building
Wonders of Wool Classeses-all three days
Crock & Whistle Stock Dog Trial-all three days
Make it with Wool Competions
Poster and Photo Contests
The Wisconsin Sheep & Wool Festival is organized by the Wisconsin Sheep Breeders Cooperative (WSBC), an association of shepherds and sheep enthusiasts which has roots stretching back to the late 1800s. In 1979, WSBC organized its first Wisconsin Sheep Industry Conference, an event at which sheep producers from around Wisconsin and the Midwest gathered to participate in a number of educational presentations and meetings. Eventually, the conference grew to be the largest of its kind in the country. In 2002, the conference format gave way to the current festival format. While education of shepherds and sheep enthusiasts remains paramount to this event, the festival also now caters to the interests of fiber enthusiasts, stock dog owners and lovers, tourists, youth and many others. Last year, approximately 5,500 people, 500 sheep, and 110 vendors attended the festival. And, each year, more than 70 volunteer members and friends of WSBC help make the festival possible. Whether you've faithfully attended, exhibited or volunteered at the festival, a heartfelt thank-you goes to all who've contributed to the success of the Wisconsin Sheep & Wool Festival! 2022 Festival Dates: September 9-11th. Lambing Barn-Hall of Breeds-shearing demonstrations

10/12/2026

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10/01/2026

09/30/2026

Here are the results from this year's contests:

⚖️ JUDGING CONTEST
38 youth judged 4 classes (10 questions each): Hampshire ewe lambs, Polypay ewe lambs, Targhee ewe lambs, and Crossbred market wether lambs.

Participation: Novice (2), Beginner (6), Junior (17), Intermediate (9), Senior (4)

🏆 Winners:
Novice – MaAidrya Raisler, WI
Beginner – Adam Ninnemann, WI
Junior – Anna Dornacker, WI
Intermediate – Greta Hemingsen, MN
Senior – Lindsey Schmoll, WI

🧠 SKILLATHON
Participation: Novice (3), Beginner (9), Junior (19), Intermediate (12), Senior (6), Adult (2)

🏆 Winners:
Novice – MaKayna Raisler, WI
Beginner – Layla Schreiner, IL
Junior – Raylon Schreiner, IL
Intermediate – Alexis Schuebel, WI
Senior – Lindsey Schmoll, WI
Adults – Mike Palmer, IN & Brady Meudt, WI

🥇 OVERALL SWEEPSTAKES

Exhibition
1st – MaKayna Raisler, WI
2nd – Stetson Williams, IN
3rd – Lannie Labeck, WI

Beginner (7 qualified)
1st ($100) – Layla Schreiner, IL
2nd ($75) – Miley Williams, IN
3rd ($50) – Tanley Cory, IN
4th ($35) – Garret Meudt, WI
5th ($25) – MaHayleigha Raisler, WI

Junior (17 qualified)
1st ($100) – Mallex Raisler, WI
2nd ($75) – Millie Lebeck, WI
3rd ($50) – Raylon Schreiner, IL
4th ($35) – Liza Wipperfurth, WI
5th ($25) – Kjell Lein, IA

Intermediate (7 qualified)
1st ($100) – Greta Hemingsen, MN
2nd ($75) – MaKieyela Raisler, WI
3rd ($50) – Avery Mills, MI
4th ($35) – Morgan Anderson, WI
5th ($25) – Neland Paul, WI

Senior (3 qualified)
1st ($100) – Lindsey Schmoll, WI
2nd ($75) – Jessica Lindow, WI
3rd ($50) – Lucas Wilson, IN

Thank you to everyone who participated, and a big thank you to our volunteers👏

09/17/2026

Miss your chance for a long sleeve shirt or sweatshirt? Head on over to www.wisconsinwoolworks.com to see what we have left.

09/17/2026

2026 North America Dairy Sheep Association Show Results; owner's name is listed in parentheses.

Junior Yearling Ewe (12-18 months)
Grand Champion CraftyFoxAcres CFA Roxie (Olivia Fox)
Reserve Champion FullFleeced FFF 5071 (Persephone Allen)
3rd Linden Lane LL Wynne (Amy Rappuhn)
4th Linden Lane LL Fancy (Amy Rappuhn)

Senior Yearling Ewe (18-24 months)
Grand Champion Linden Lane Mae (Amy Rappuhn)
Reserve Champion FullFleeced FFF 5049 (Persephone Allen)
3rd Unknown FMF Then There Is Mayfield (Laura Byrant)

Mature Ewe (24+ months)
Grand Champion CraftyFoxAcres CFA Freckles (Olivia Fox)
Reserve Champion CraftyFoxAcres CFA Laurel (Olivia Fox)
3rd FullFleeced FFF Maude (Joanne Andrew)
4th FullFleeced FFF 3186 (Persephone Allen)
5th FullFleeced FFF Snicklefritz 68 (Olivia Fox)
6th FullFleeced FFF 2032 (Persephone Allen)
7th Unknown FMF Tillamook Done Right (Laura Byrant)
8th FullFleeced FFF Hetty (Joanne Andrew)

Supreme Ewe Division
Grand Champion CraftyFoxAcres CFA Freckles (Olivia Fox)
Reserve Champion CraftyFoxAcres CFA Laurel (Olivia Fox)

09/15/2026

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who came out to support us and our new mill at Wisconsin Sheep & Wool! It was wonderful to meet so many amazing new folks, reconnect and share laughs with old friends, and get our hands on so many incredible fibers. We are deeply grateful for your continuous love and support through all of our growth and changes this past year. We truly couldn’t do any of this without you!

09/14/2026

Address

Jefferson County Fair Park, 503 North Jackson Avenue
Jefferson, WI
53549

Website

http://www.wisconsinsheepandwoolfestival.com/

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