The 2026 Wisconsin State Fair kicks off on August 6, with 11 days of food, festivities, and fun for the entire family at Wisconsin State Fair Park in West Allis, WI, in the greater Milwaukee area. There are also a few things on the banned items list that are a bit curious. READ MORE: Who Is Performing At The Wisconsin State Fair Main Stage In 2026? I feel like there has to be an interesting story as to why hula hoops, for example, are specifically banned from the fair. Anyway, as you prepare to head to the Wisconsin State Fair this year, here's a list of the banned items you can't bring in.