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Taste of Wisconsin FAQS

Taste of Wisconsin Beer Cheese and Wine Festival Beaver Dam Wisconsin

TASTE OF WISCONSIN

Everything you need to know about the Taste!

Frequently Asked Questions

What does my ticket include?
> A Souvenir Tasting Glass
> Access to our Taste of Wisconsin App that has every beer, wine, and cheese for you to rate
> Unlimited sampling of over 100+ Wisconsin Beers, numerous Wisconsin Wines and 30+ Wisconsin cheeses

Is entry free if I don’t plan on drinking or if I bring my kids? 
Everyone, Age 3 and older, entering the Taste of Wisconsin area must have a ticket. Either a full-price ticket or a Designated Driver/Cheese Only Ticket. There are no exceptions!

Can I bring my pet?
Pets are allowed, as long as they follow these simple rules:
> All pets must be healed and on a leash no more than six (6) feet long.
> No retractable/flex leashes are allowed.
> Pet owners are held responsible for cleaning up their animal waste immediately.
> No excessive barking or aggressive behavior toward our human or other animal guests is allowed.
> Please be considerate of everyone at the Taste of Wisconsin as well as our neighboring businesses.

Failure to comply with these rules will result in the pet and their owner being asked to leave the Taste of Wisconsin with no refund of ticket price.

Can I attend the Taste of Wisconsin if I’m under 21?
We would never discourage anyone from bringing their family to our event and enjoying a beautiful Wisconsin day. Keep in mind that there will be over 1000 people enjoying our fantastic event. No one under 21 admitted without proper ID or accompanying parent/guardian. Again, everyone age 3 and over must have a ticket.

Do you have chairs/seating?
We will provide picnic benches, but not enough for all of our attendees to sit. If you feel you need to sit, you are welcome to bring your own lawn chair. There is space in Rotary Park as well as along the edges of the event.

What happens if it rains?
No worries – we have you covered! We have over 200 feet of tenting to protect you from the sun or any inclement weather and we also have a rain venue backup at the Family Center Ice Arena. The event goes on rain or shine! If the event does get moved to the Family Center Ice Arena due to inclement weather, we will post on our social media channels, website and send you an email on the day of the event by 8 am! 

Is there other food besides cheese?
There will be food trucks and booths from food vendors for you to purchase food.

Are my tickets refundable? Sorry – tickets are not refundable. 

Is there a place to stay?
We have secured room blocks at AmericInn and Comfort Inn & Suites in Beaver Dam – just mention the Taste of Wisconsin when reserving your room. Book your room today before they’re sold out! 

Drive safe and enjoy responsibly! Call Safe Ride Julie for a safe ride home or hotel (920)-210-3189!

Directions to the Taste of Wisconsin

The Taste of Wisconsin is located at what is known to the locals as the Water Tower Parking lot, also known as Rotary Riverwalk Park. You can use this address when using a GPS navigation system (Google Maps, etc): 110 West Mill Street, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin

If the Taste is moved to the Family Center Ice Arena in Beaver Dam due to inclement weather, please use this address:  609 Gould Street, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin.

Directions to the Taste of Wisconsin at 110 West Mill Street, Beaver Dam, WI:

From Milwaukee (Approx. 1 Hour 10 Minutes | 65 Miles):

  1. Take I-94 West toward Madison.
  2. Exit at WI-26 North (Exit 267) toward Watertown/Juneau.
  3. Continue on WI-26 North for approximately 17 miles.
  4. Take the WI-33 West exit toward Beaver Dam and turn left onto WI-33 West.
  5. Follow WI-33 West into downtown Beaver Dam.
  6. Turn right onto South Center Street.
  7. Turn left onto West Mill Street.
  8. The destination will be on your left.
 

From Madison (Approx. 45 Minutes | 40 Miles):

  1. Take US-151 North toward Beaver Dam/Fond du Lac.
  2. Exit at WI-33 West (Exit 134) toward Beaver Dam.
  3. Turn left onto WI-33 West and follow into downtown Beaver Dam.
  4. Turn right onto South Center Street.
  5. Turn left onto West Mill Street.
  6. The destination will be on your left.
 

From Chicago (Approx. 2 Hours 40 Minutes | 145 Miles):

  1. Take I-90 West toward Rockford.
  2. Merge onto I-39/I-90 West toward Madison.
  3. Exit at US-151 North (Exit 135B) toward Beaver Dam/Fond du Lac.
  4. Exit at WI-33 West (Exit 134) toward Beaver Dam.
  5. Turn left onto WI-33 West and follow into downtown Beaver Dam.
  6. Turn right onto South Center Street.
  7. Turn left onto West Mill Street.
  8. The destination will be on your left.
 

From Green Bay/Appleton (Approx. 1 Hour 45 Minutes | 95 Miles):

  1. Take I-41 South toward Fond du Lac.
  2. Merge onto US-151 South toward Beaver Dam.
  3. Exit at WI-33 West (Exit 134) toward Beaver Dam.
  4. Turn right onto WI-33 West and follow into downtown Beaver Dam.
  5. Turn right onto South Center Street.
  6. Turn left onto West Mill Street.
  7. The destination will be on your left.
 

From La Crosse/Eau Claire (Approx. 2 Hours 30 Minutes | 140 Miles):

  1. Take I-90 East toward Madison.
  2. Merge onto I-39/I-90 East toward Janesville/Chicago.
  3. Exit at US-151 North (Exit 135B) toward Beaver Dam/Fond du Lac.
  4. Exit at WI-33 West (Exit 134) toward Beaver Dam.
  5. Turn left onto WI-33 West and follow into downtown Beaver Dam.
  6. Turn right onto South Center Street.
  7. Turn left onto West Mill Street.
  8. The destination will be on your left.
 

Enjoy your visit to the Taste of Wisconsin! Cheers!

Parking:  Ample street parking available on South Spring and Front Streets. 

Ooga Brewing Company Parking
301 S. Spring Street and between Ooga Brewing and Nunatak Coffee Roasters

The Watermark Parking Lot
209 South Center Street

Public Parking Lot
119 South Center Street