Stay for the festival

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Know before you go

Entry2026: $13 in advance; at the gate $16 ages 8 to 61, $14 seniors 62+; 7 and under and military with ID free

Hours2026: Fri 20 Nov 14:00-21:00, Sat 21 Nov 10:00-21:00, Sun 22 Nov 10:00-18:00

Running since1944

Getting thereExposition Center, Wisconsin State Fair Park, 8200 W Greenfield Ave, West Allis. General parking $10 (pre-book via HONK); MCTS buses serve the park.

Good to know

Traditional dishes are sold in the World Cafe; local chefs cook on the Chef's Stage
Box office, World Cafe and marketplace take cash or card; check individual vendors
2026 theme is traditional dance; groups of 20+ can get special pricing
Adult tickets include a raffle drawn Sunday at 17:30; no wheelchair rental this year

Sources: folkfair.org/ · folkfair.org/festival-information/

Plan the days around it

Eat your way around Milwaukee while you are in town

Holiday Folk Fair International runs 20 to 22 November. These are the food tours and tastings in Milwaukee to book for the days around it; most cancel free up to 24 hours ahead.

Guided tour · 3 hours

Milwaukee: Brady Street Lunch Food Tour

Taste your way through Brady Street on a guided food tour in Milwaukee. Try Italian specialties, Mexican street food, local beer, and more across 5 to 6 stops.

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105 minutes - 2 hours

Milwaukee: Pedal Tavern Tour

See Milwaukee from the best seat in town: a private or shared pedal tavern. Expect great vibes, drink specials at each bar, and the freedom to bring your own drinks an...

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2 hours

Milwaukee: Fun Pasta Making Class at a Local Brewery

Make fresh fettuccine and a vibrant chicken marinara sauce in this hands-on Milwaukee cooking class. Learn traditional pasta-making techniques and enjoy your dish in a...

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