The Brief The Racine County Fair kicked off its annual tradition today with animals, food and events. More than 90% of the workers at the Racine County Fair are local volunteers. It is the first day of the Racine County Fair: a tradition that has been going on since 1923. Gallick finally gets to show off her family pigs at the Racine County Fair this year. Racine County FairVolunteers and vendorsWhat they're saying:Richelle Henningfeld, a volunteer on the fair’s board, plans year-round for this.