WISCONSIN (CBS 58) -- The extreme heat is causing outdoor events to take extra precautions and even shut down.
"It is 100° out here, and it’s probably about 112 on the stage," said Patty Pritchard Thompson, the executive producer for Chill on the Hill.
Chill on the Hill is a fan favorite summer affair that brings in more than 2,500 people every Tuesday during the summer season.
"The musicians face the sun, and like I said, there’s no shade, there’s no relief for them, and so they’re going to be uncomfortable, and they may not give their best show possible," said Thompson. "It’s also really hot to sit on the hill."
This Tuesday marked the second time they had to cancel because of extreme heat, which not only impacts the featured bands, but also the vendors.
"The financial impact happens to all of our vendors, so you know, we have 10 food trucks plus our beer truck," said Thompson. "None of them are going to make any money tonight."
Meanwhile, at the Waukesha County Fairgrounds, preparations are underway to combat the extreme temperatures ahead as they gear up for five days of fun.
"We've got great locations on the south end and throughout the grounds that they can just take a break, have a little reprieve at our two clear span tents we have."
Fairgoers can also bring their own water bottles on Wednesday and Thursday to stay hydrated.
The fair brings around 120,000 people each year.
To keep guests cool, there will be misting stations, cold beverages and air-conditioned facilities to allow people take a break from the heat.
As for the true stars of the fair, it takes a little extra to keep them cool.
"These livestock are the livelihood of the kids that show them at the fair," said Aaron Schuett, the president of the Waukesha County Fair. "They are in barns with fans in them and pampered with baths, usually twice a day."
Each barn will also have fresh water and around 30 fans to keep the animals safe.