July 31st - August 3rd, 2025
FREE
Admission
BIG TOP ENTERTAINMENT
Listed in order of appearance.
All Big Top Entertainment is FREE. Limited seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis, but personal camp-style chairs are welcome!
BOGFOOT
Thursday, July 31st, 2025
7 pm - 10 pm
FREE
Bogfoot brings a homegrown Northwoods experience to the stage. Hailing from Sugar Camp, WI, this five-piece band blends eight decades of classic rock and upbeat covers with their signature high-energy flair. Known for their great musicianship and deep crowd connection, Bogfoot is sure to kick off the fair with a bang. (Watch out for THE Bogfoot roaming around during the show!)
SEVERIO
Friday, August 1st, 2025
1 pm
FREE
A versatile acoustic solo act, Severio delivers a heartfelt and dynamic set of familiar hits and deep cuts. His stripped-down performance style highlights strong vocals and nimble guitar work, creating an intimate listening experience early in the day.
THE TAXMEN - BEATLES TRIBUTE
Friday, August 1st, 2025
4 pm - 6:15 pm
FREE
Step back in time with this Milwaukee-based Beatles tribute band, delivering authentic renditions of your favorite Fab Four hits. The Taxmen capture the spirit, harmonies, and charisma of the 1960s British Invasion in run mop-top style!
THAT 90s BAND
Friday, August 1st, 2025
8 pm - 10:15 pm
FREE
Known for their electric stage presence and deep dive into ‘90s pop and rock, That ‘90s Band is a crowd-favorite Wisconsin-based tribute act. Expect hits from Nirvana, Green Day, Alanis Morissette, and more as they reignite the grunge, alt-rock, pop, and top 40 soundtrack of the decade.
WILL YOUNG
Saturday, August 2nd, 2025
1 pm
FREE
A staple in the Rhinelander music scene, Will Young delivers soulful acoustic sets filled with familiar favorites and original material. His smooth voice and masterful guitar make for an engaging midday concert.
KIDS AT PLAY
Saturday, August 2nd, 2025
8 pm - 10:15 pm
FREE
This beloved local band is led by 105.3 WRLO’s Dave Melvin and features a mix of funk, blues, and rock. Known for their fun-loving stage presence and crowd interaction, Kids at Play are a Northwoods favorite that gets toes tapping and families dancing.
RIVAL 5
Saturday, August 2nd, 2025
8 pm - 10:15 pm
FREE
Rival 5 brings powerhouse vocals, big harmonies, and unexpected covers to every performance. Based in the Twin Cities, they blend pop, rock, and high-energy showmanship into a feel-good party experience. Not to be missed!
SANTY AND SON WITH FRIENDS
Sunday, August 3rd, 2025
1 pm - 4 pm
FREE
A Rhinelander and Oneida County Fair tradition, this family-based band offers a laid-back, feel-good variety show with friends and special guests. Their eclectic mix of rock, pop, and R&B always makes for a fun, music-filled Sunday afternoon.