Wisconsin State Fair returns for 175th year with opening-day deals

WEST ALLIS, Wis. (CBS 58) -- The 175th Wisconsin State Fair runs Thursday, Aug. 6 through Sunday, Aug. 16 at State Fair Park in West Allis.

Communications manager Tim McCormick joined us Monday, Aug. 3 to preview this year's fair, walking through what's new and, of course, the iconic cream puffs. Alex and Frankie got to taste this year's batch ahead of the fair's opening.

McCormick also noted an opening-day deal, with admission available for just $5 on Thursday.

Learn more about some of the exciting new food options that will be available, as well as a schedule of events by clicking here.