Wisconsin State Fair History, Horses, Music, & Must-See Weekend Picks

What’s On Tap with Sandy Maxx goes live from the Wisconsin State Fair for a look at the people, music, traditions and stories behind one of Wisconsin’s biggest summer celebrations. Sandy talks with Milwaukee musician Pat McCurdy about his long history with the Wisconsin State Fair, his years performing with Kids From Wisconsin, memorable fair experiences and the songs that have become part of his Wisconsin story. State Fair Historian Tom Zimmerman takes us back through the fair’s remarkable history, including some of its most unusual and entertaining traditions. Plus, Sandy talks with Mounted Patrol Sergeant Dan Nikolaus about the State Fair’s police horses, his partnership with his horse, Ronan, how the horses are trained for the crowds and noise of the fair, and how they serve the community beyond the fairgrounds. The episode also features Sandy’s picks for the final State Fair weekend, listener memories, unusual fair foods, live music, tribute bands, Creamsicle-inspired treats, Cow Prom and more.