It’s almost time for the Wisconsin State Fair, which runs July 31 through Aug. 10. And — just in case you needed another reason to be excited — the Fair has dropped the list of 96 brand-new gut-busting goodies you’ll find on the grounds this year.

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So, what’s trending?  

Following in the footsteps of TikTok’s viral Dubai chocolate obsession, you’ll find no fewer than five takes on the crisp, nutty pistachio-filled treat: the Dubai Chocolate Bar; Dubai Chocolate Cookie; Dubai Chocolate Strawberry Smoothie; Dubai Funnel Cake and a Sea Salt Caramel Dubai Cup. It's a dessert empire in the making.

In general, the Fair continues to be a playground for over-the-top indulgent sweets, especially the ones that fuse two or more nostalgic favorites into one outrageous bite. That includes options like: 

• Deep Fried Tequila Donut Shots
• Hot Honey Jalapeño Popper Donuts
• Peanut Butter Fluff Quesadillas
• InCURDable Apple Pie

There’s also a clear uptick in spicy and "Flamin’ Hot" everything. Whether they deliver real heat is up for debate, but we’ve got:

• Flamin' Hot Tots
• Flaming Hot Cheeto Dogs
• Toffee’s Inferno
• Hot Honey Jalapeño Popper Donut
• Nashville Hot Tater Tots
• Firecracker Polish Sausage

And despite a long, very drawn-out run, it seems the pickle is once again getting its 15 minutes of brine. Guests can expect to see:

• Pickle Quesadillas
• Dill Dawg Bombs
• Deep-Fried Dill Pickle Peanuts
• Glickles (they're not what you think)
• Freeze-Dried Pickles (because nothing says “summer fair” like a rehydration challenge)

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As usual, every single one of these new foods is fair game (pun intended) for my annual State Fair food tasting and review extravaganza, during which I eat far too many ridiculous foods and report back with the good, the bad, and the deeply regrettable.

Submit your suggestions

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For the ninth year in a row, I’ll be reviewing at least ten of the new Wisconsin State Fair foods. I’ve already got a short list of contenders, but I want to know what you think I should try!

Have a must-eat? A “please-taste-this-so-I-don’t-have-to”?
Send your suggestions by:

• Messaging me on social (@LoFredrich)
• Emailing me at lori@onmilwaukee.com (use subject line: State Fair Foods)

Get your picks in by Monday, July 28, and I’ll try to include as many as my digestive system can handle.

In the meantime, here are the 16 new Wisconsin State Fair foods I reviewed and ranked in 2024.

ALL the new foods at the fair

For your convenience, here's the complete list of all the new foods at the Fair (along with where to find them). You can also find more favorite dishes using the Wisconsin State Fair Food Finder.

Sporkies/Drinkies are in BOLD
* notes a Sporkies finalist
** notes a Drinkies finalist

NOTE: Eating bugs is not recommended for people with shellfish allergies.

1. **A Hunk A Hunk Elvis Donut Ice Cream Sandwich: A Hunk A Hunk Fat Elvis Donut Ice Cream Sandwich is a sweet and savory donut ice cream sandwich that would make The King proud. (Badger Bites, Central Avenue & Second Street)
2. Alligator Cajun Mac & Cheese Sundae: Alligator Cajun Mac & Cheese Sundae is your new favorite comfort food, featuring smoky alligator meat layered with creamy Cajun mac and cheese (Exotic Meat Grill, South Grandstand Avenue)
3. Badger Mary Funnel Cake: Badger Mary Funnel Cake is a wild Wisconsin twist on the classic Bloody Mary, reimagined as a cheesy, savory funnel cake. (Badger Bites, Central Avenue & Second Street)
4. Banana Cream Pie Slush: The Banana Cream Pie Slush is a nostalgic, fair-ready treat that turns your favorite dessert into a refreshing frozen drink (Exotic Meat Grill, South Grandstand Avenue)
5. Bang Bang Chicken Tots: Tater Tots topped with a bang bang sauce, grilled chicken, and scallions (Knucklehead, Central Avenue & Center Street)
6. Barn-Burger: Bite into this single cheeseburger, topped with a Cajun chicken breast, and covered with bacon (Major Heartland, Badger Avenue & Center Street)
7. Bavarian Cream Bug Donut: Bavarian Cream Bug Donut is a daring dessert that blends sweet indulgence with crunchy adventure (All Things Jerky, South Grandstand Avenue)
8. Biscoff Cookie Butter Crunch Funnel Cake: The Biscoff Cookie Butter Crunch Funnel Cake is just as good as it sounds. Funnel cake topped with vanilla sugar, Biscoff® Cookie Butter, Biscoff® Cookie Crumbles, whipped cream, and gold sugar sprinkles (Mini Donuts, Center Street)
9. *Blueberry Breakfast Brat: Blueberry Breakfast Bratwurst is a morning-meets-Wisconsin creation wrapped in fluffy pancake perfection (Milwaukee Brat House, Wisconsin Products Pavilion)
10. Blueberry Lemon Chutney Wrap: Blueberry Lemon Chutney Wrap is everything you want and more (Wisconsin Dairy Goat Products, Wisconsin Products Pavilion)
11. Bourbon Belly Tots: Bourbon Belly Tots are tater tots topped with pork belly, cheese, and a BBQ Bourbon sauce (Knucklehead, Central Avenue & Center Street)
12. *Brat Rangoon: Brat Rangoon are a crave-worthy fusion of Wisconsin comfort and Asian street food ( , Central Avenue & Second Street)
13. Brisket Cheese Curd Taco "Rodeo": Brisket Cheese Curd Taco "Rodeo" brings rodeo flair to Wisconsin with smoky sliced brisket and golden fried cheese curds tucked into a crispy tortilla (Richie's Cheese Curd Tacos, Wetley Way)
14. Caramel Apple Waffle On-a-Stick: A handheld dessert made for Fairgoers of all ages (Waffle Chix, South Grandstand Avenue)
15. **Carnival Cooler: A bright pink drink that tickles the tastebuds with a mix of watermelon, pickle juice, and lemonade (Tropics, Wetley Way & First Street)
16. Cerveza Mac & Cheese Chili Supreme: A fiery, cheesy, beer-infused masterpiece packed with bold flavors and delicious toppings(Camp Bar, Central Avenue & Center Street)
17. Chicken N' Waffle Jerky: A sweet and savory snack that blends comfort food flavor with jerky convenience (All Things Jerky, South Grandstand Avenue)
18. Churro Cold Brew (Buzzy Badger, Main Street & Dairy Lane AND Badger Bites, Central Avenue & Second Street)
19. Citrus Slide: A blue-ribbon-worthy mocktail bursting with sweet watermelon, tangy grapefruit, and zesty key lime, balanced with the refreshing coolness of lemonade and the effervescence of sour soda (Camp Bar, Central Avenue & Center Street)
20. Cookie Butter Cold Brew (Buzzy Badger, Main Street & Dairy Lane AND Badger Bites, Central Avenue & Second Street)
21. Cookie Butter Crunch Mini Donuts: Mini Donuts topped with vanilla sugar, Biscoff® Cookie Butter, Biscoff® Cookie Crumbles, and gold sugar sprinkles. (Mini Donuts, Center Street)
22. Country Fried Burger: Country Fried Burger with Fried Onions & Gravy is Southern comfort food reimagined as a Wisconsin Fair staple (Robert's Restaurant, Grandstand Avenue)
23. Crab Rangoon Tacos: A playful mix of creamy seafood dip and handheld taco ease (Tropics, Wetley Way & First Street)
24. Cranberry Cannoli: A traditional cannoli with a twist - Wisconsin cranberries (Wisconsin State Cranberry Growers, Wisconsin Products Pavilion)
25. Cricket Choco Chunk Cookie: A tasty chocolate chunk cookie with edible crickets baked in. It tastes nutty. (All Things Jerky, South Grandstand Avenue)
26. Cronut (Buzzy Badger, Main Street & Dairy Lane)
27. Crookie (Buzzy Badger, Main Street & Dairy Lane)
28. Deep-Fried Dill Pickle Peanuts (All Things Jerky, South Grandstand Avenue)
29. Deep-Fried Tequila Donut Shots: A zesty dessert that captures the spirit of summer with every bite - without any actual alcohol (Gooonie's Fish & Beer Shack, Central Avenue)
30. Dill Dawg Bombs: A juicy hot dog stuffed inside a zesty dill pickle, dipped in golden cornbread batter, and fried to crispy perfection (Mashed Potatoes On-a-Stick, Badger Avenue & Center Street)
31. **Dirty Pancakes: A playful take on a dirty soda that tastes like breakfast in a cup (Buzzy Badger, Main Street & Dairy Lane)
32. Doritos Locos Corn Dog: The ultimate mashup of two snack-time favorites - classic corndogs and crunchy Doritos (Sweet Factory, South Grandstand Avenue)
33. Double Drizzled Granola Bomb: Double Drizzled Granola Bomb brings together creamy, crunchy, and gooey in one explosion of flavor (Olympia Granola, Wisconsin Products Pavilion)
34. Dragon's Breath Puffs: Dragon's Breath Puffs are bringing freeze dried ice cream to the State Fair (Dragon's Breath, Exposition Center)
35. Dubai Chocolate Bar: Chocolate bar with a Dubai inspired twist (Ultimate Confections, Wisconsin Products Pavilion & Exposition Center)
36. Dubai Chocolate Cookie (Buzzy Badger, Main Street & Dairy Lane)
37. **Dubai Chocolate Strawberry Smoothie: A decadent blend of fruity, nutty, and rich dessert flavors in one strikingly beautiful drink (Caribbean Smoothees, First Street AND Second Street)
38. Dubai Funnel Cake: A classic funnel cake topped with pistachio and chocolate (Sweet Factory, South Grandstand Avenue)
39. Firecracker Polish Sausage: Jalapeño Polish Sausage, topped with Jalapeño Corn Nuggets and Chipotle sauce (Krautland, Central Avenue)
40. Flamin' Hot Tots: Flamin’ Hot Tots bring the heat and the crunch, combining golden-fried tater tots with a Flamin’ Hot Cheeto coating (Knucklehead, Central Avenue & Center Street)
41. Flaming Hot Cheeto Dog: Crispy fried chicken on-a-stick dipped in a mild cheddar cheese and rolled in flaming hot Cheetos (George's Fun Foods, SpinCity)
42. Freeze Dried Pickles (Lumberjacks Arctic Treats, Mile Marketplace)
43. French Onion Cheese Curds: Cheese curds with a French onion topping (Leff's Miller Lite Sports Bar & Grill, Grandstand Avenue & Second Street)
44. Frittelle Fried Sweet Sticks with Apple Pie Filling: Frittelle Fried Sweet Sticks with apple pie filling in a cone drizzled with Nutella (Pistol Pete's, Grandstand Avenue)
45. Frozen Jarritos: Frozen flavored soft drinks (Richie's Cheese Curd Tacos, Wetley Way)
46. Game Day Roll: A pepperoni pizza egg roll served with marinara (Badger Bites, Central Avenue & Second Street)
47. Gelato: Coffee, Chocolate, Lemon, Pistachio or Strawberry (Pistol Pete's Grandstand Avenue)
48. Glickles: Your favorite pickle sprinkled with edible glitter (Pickle Barrel, The Dairy Building & Exposition Center)
49. Gluten-Free Campfire Cookie (Molly's Gluten-Free Bakery, Exposition Center)
50. Gluten-Free Corn Dog (Keys Gluten-Free Fair Foods, North Grandstand Avenue)
51. Gluten-Free Deep-Fried Oreos (Keys Gluten-Free Fair Foods, North Grandstand Avenue)
52. Gluten-Free Funnel Cake (Keys Gluten-Free Fair Foods, North Grandstand Avenue)
53. Gluten-Free Lemon Cookie (Molly's Gluten-Free Bakery, Exposition Center)
54. Goat Summer Sausage (Wisconsin Dairy Goat Products, Wisconsin Products Pavilion)
55. *Gochujang Smash Burger with Kimchi Bacon Jam: Gochujang Smashburger with Kimchi Bacon Jam is a mouthwatering Korean-inspired burger bursting with heat, umami, and crunch (Blue Moon Tavern at the Park, Grandstand Avenue & Main Street)
56. Honey Butter Chicken Fries: Honey Butter sauce and spicy mayo drizzled on a basket of fries and diced chicken bites (GoldenKdog, SpinCity)
57. Honey Butter Mozza Kdog: Mozzarella Kdog dipped in honey butter sauce and coated in honey twist crumbs (GoldenKdog, SpinCity)
58. Hot Diggety Dog: Hot Diggety Dog reimagines the American classic by slicing an all-beef frank into strips, battering, and deep-frying it to crispy perfection (Big Sky Country Bar & Grill, Central Avenue & Third Street)
59. Hot Honey Jalapeño Popper Donut: Hot Honey Jalapeño Popper Donut blends sweet, spicy, and savory into one tasty treat (Fluffy's Hand Cut Donuts, South Grandstand Avenue)
60. Iced Larvae Latte: The Iced Larvae Latte is a bold, bug-infused coffee drink brewed with ground edible super worms and strong coffee (All Things Jerky, South Grandstand Avenue)
61. InCURDable Apple Pie: Fried apple pie topped with cheese curds and drizzled with homemade apple syrup. Add a scoop of vanilla or cinnamon ice cream (Minneapple Pie, Wetley Way near Main Street)
62. Irish Caramel Apple Pie à La Mode: The Irish Caramel Apple Pie à La Mode brings together the comfort of warm apple pie and the indulgence of a creamy float (Slim McGinn's Irish Pub, Grandstand Avenue & Second Street)
63. Irish Onion Rolls: Irish Onion Rolls reinvent the classic onion roll with a rich Irish Stout caramelized onions and a blend of three cheeses plus crispy bacon (Slim McGinn's Irish Pub, Grandstand Avenue & Second Street)
64. Irish Poutine: Chips topped with caramelized onion sauce, Irish beef, and stout gravy (Slim McGinn's Irish Pub, Grandstand Avenue & Second Street)
65. Irish Twixed Iced Latte: A dessert-inspired coffee drink that blends nitro cold brew with shortbread, caramel, and chocolate-infused milk (Slim McGinn's Irish Pub, Grandstand Avenue & Second Street)
66. Lumberjack Tots: Tater tots topped with maple syrup, bacon, and powdered sugar (Knucklehead, Central Avenue & Center Street)
67. Meatloaf & Mash Bomb Pop: Meatloaf & Mash Bomb Pop takes classic homemade meatloaf and deep-fries it on-a-stick (Leff's Miller Lite Sports Bar & Grill, Grandstand Avenue & Second Street)
68. *Mexican Street Corn Pizza: A flavor fiesta inspired by the beloved flavors of elote (Charlie's Pizza, Second Street)
69. Mixed Berries + Cream: a fizzy, fruity indulgence that blends raspberry, blackberry, and strawberry syrups with sparkling water and a splash of heavy cream (Sodalish, Grandstand Avenue)
70. Nashville Hot Tater Tots (Jayme's Chipstix, Main Street)
71. Nitro Ice Cream Swirls: Nitro Ice Cream Swirls are bringing freeze dried ice cream to the State Fair (Dragon's Breath, Exposition Center)
72. Orange You The Sweetest: The Orange You the Sweetest drink brings back memories of childhood with the taste of orange creamsicles (Gooonie's Fish & Beer Shack, Central Avenue)
73. Pasty: Blueberry Peach Dessert, Italian Sausage, Sheboygan Bratwurst, Beef or Breakfast (Sheboygan Pasty Company, Wisconsin Products Pavilion)
74. PB&J Iced Latte: Your favorite sandwich in coffee form (Slim McGinn's Irish Pub, Grandstand Avenue & Second Street)
75. Peanut Butter Fluff Quesadilla: A warm, grilled tortilla filled with Reese’s cups, marshmallow fluff, graham cracker pieces, and dusted with powdered sugar and caramel sauce for extra sweetness (Mexican Grill, South Grandstand Avenue)
76. Peanut Butter S'mores Sweet Fries: Peanut Butter S'mores Sweet Fries feature loaded sweet potato fries to bring the ultimate campfire combo of textures and flavors (Exotic Meat Grill, South Grandstand Avenue)
77. Pickle Quesadilla: A grilled tortilla filled with melted cheese and tangy pickle slices, served with a special pickle-infused sour cream (Mexican Grill, South Grandstand Avenue)
78. Pineapple Sunrise: A vibrant, refreshing drink made with orange juice, pineapple syrup, and grenadine, creating a beautiful sunrise effect. Topped with sparkling water for a bubbly finish, it's garnished with a maraschino cherry and orange slice for a tropical, sweet, and fizzy treat (Camp Amber, Bank Nine Five Amphitheater)
79. Pork 'N' Pine Brat Burger: Pork 'N' Pine Brat Burger features a juicy Johnsonville bratwurst patty that brings tropical flair to State Fair (Flying Solo Bar & Grill, Wetley Way & Second Street)
80. Poutine Royale Sundae: The Poutine Royale Sundae transforms classic poutine into a decadent dessert with Wisconsin vanilla custard topped with deep-fried bacon cheddar cheese curds (Camp Bar, Central Avenue & Center Street)
81. *Pretzaroni Pizza Brat: Pretzaroni Pizza Brat is the delicious fusion of a pretzel, a pizza, and a bratwurst (Gertrude's Pretzels, South Grandstand Avenue)
82. **Purple Rain Refresher: Inspired by the glam and grit of rock legends, the Purple Rain Refresher is a show-stopping drink that captures the magic of a live show (Rock & Roll Beer Garden, Wetley Way)
83. Razzle-Dazzle: The Razzle-Dazzle is a sparkling raspberry lemon sour that’s a candy-shop fantasy mocktail (Mashed Potatoes On-a-Stick, Badger Avenue & Center Street)
84. Sea Salt Caramel Dubai Cup: A luxurious milk chocolate cup filled with creamy pistachio paste and smooth caramel (Ultimate Confections, Wisconsin Products Pavilion & Exposition Center)
85. Smoked Reuben Parfait: Smoked Reuben Parfait is perfect for enjoying the rich, smoky flavors on the go (Pop's Paradise, Second Street & Central Avenue)
86. *S'mores Churro Fries: S’mores Churro Fries turn your favorite campfire treat into a crispy, shareable dessert (Saz's BBQ, Badger Avenue & Second Street)
87. Stallis Slush: Inspired by nostalgic summer cookouts, the Stallis Slush is a frozen punch packed with pineapple, strawberry, and citrus flavors (Knucklehead, Central Avenue & Center Street)
88. Strawberry Cheesecake Blast: The Strawberry Cheesecake Blast is a frozen, blended drink inspired by the ultimate dessert romance (Leff's Miller Lite Sports Bar & Grill, Grandstand Avenue & Second Street)
89. Toffee's Inferno: Coated in smooth milk chocolate, Toffee's Inferno adds a spicy kick to classic almond toffee made with Wisconsin butter by blending in habanero pepper powder (Prairie Junction Co., Wisconsin Products Pavilion)
90. Tropical Feel Good Refresher: The Tropical Feel Good Refresher is a vibrant boba drink featuring dragon fruit, pineapple, coconut jellies, mango popping boba, and a touch of edible glitter (Bubble Tea & Waffles, North Grandstand Avenue)
91. Tropical Sunrise Freeze (Krautland, Central Avenue)
92. *Ube Butter Banana French Toast Lumpia: Ube Butter Banana French Toast Lumpia mashes up deep cultural roots and modern flavor made with caramelized bananas, syrup-soaked French toast, and rich purple ube butter (Lumpia City, Grandstand Avenue)
93. Vanilla Espresso Fizz: The Vanilla Espresso Fizz puts a sparkling twist on your morning caffeine fix with bold espresso, smooth vanilla, and fizzy soda water (Sodalish, Grandstand Avenue)
94. Vegan Shrimp Egg Rolls: A classic egg roll with vegan shrimp mixed in (Twisted Plants, Main Street)
95. Whipped Lemonade: Original or Strawberry Jalapeño: The Strawberry Jalapeño Whipped Lemonade is the perfect combination of fresh tart lemon, sweet strawberry, a dash of spicy jalapeño and creamy sweetened condensed milk whipped to frosty perfection (Gertrude's Pretzels, South Grandstand Avenue)
96. Wisconsin Old Fashioned Wings: Wisconsin Old Fashioned Wings combines two much-loved Wisconsin favorites: the Wisconsin Old Fashioned and chicken wings (Bud Pavilion, Central Avenue)