Wisconsin Sheep & Wool Festival

Wisconsin Sheep & Wool Festival September 11-13, 2026
Always the weekend after Labor Day! Showcasing Wisconsin's rich tradition in sheep production and fiber arts! Sheep production classes.

Jefferson County Fair Park, Jefferson, WI

www.linktr.ee/wisconsinsheepandwool Breed and market sheep shows
Fleece show and Sale
Demonstrations
Country Store-two full building
Wonders of Wool Classeses-all three days
Crock & Whistle Stock Dog Trial-all three days
Make it with Wool Competions
Poster and Photo Contests
The Wisconsin Sheep & Wool Festival is organized by the Wisconsin Sheep Breeders

Cooperative (WSBC), an association of shepherds and sheep enthusiasts which has roots stretching back to the late 1800s. In 1979, WSBC organized its first Wisconsin Sheep Industry Conference, an event at which sheep producers from around Wisconsin and the Midwest gathered to participate in a number of educational presentations and meetings. Eventually, the conference grew to be the largest of its kind in the country. In 2002, the conference format gave way to the current festival format. While education of shepherds and sheep enthusiasts remains paramount to this event, the festival also now caters to the interests of fiber enthusiasts, stock dog owners and lovers, tourists, youth and many others. Last year, approximately 5,500 people, 500 sheep, and 110 vendors attended the festival. And, each year, more than 70 volunteer members and friends of WSBC help make the festival possible. Whether you've faithfully attended, exhibited or volunteered at the festival, a heartfelt thank-you goes to all who've contributed to the success of the Wisconsin Sheep & Wool Festival! 2022 Festival Dates: September 9-11th. Lambing Barn-Hall of Breeds-shearing demonstrations

Just a reminder that WSWF, WSBC, Bookeo and Showman will never contact you asking for your log in information. Be safe a...
05/20/2026

Just a reminder that WSWF, WSBC, Bookeo and Showman will never contact you asking for your log in information. Be safe and don’t share!

05/16/2026
Friends of the Festival can now register for the 2026 Wonders of Wool Fiber Arts classes! What is a Friend of the Festiv...
05/13/2026

Friends of the Festival can now register for the 2026 Wonders of Wool Fiber Arts classes!

What is a Friend of the Festival? It gives you 48 hours to register before everyone else! Have that class you've always wanted to take- this is how to get that seat!

Head on over to www.wisconsinsheepandwoolfestival.com for more information!

See you in September!

05/11/2026
From scouring a fresh fleece to dyeing yarn for assigned pooling projects, you can learn just about any fiber technique ...
04/29/2026

From scouring a fresh fleece to dyeing yarn for assigned pooling projects, you can learn just about any fiber technique at the Wisconsin Sheep & Wool Festival. Classes go live May 15th 2026 at 8 am CST. See you then!

445 · Blending Tints, Tones & Shades – Emily Wohlscheid
Discover the color theory behind blending fiber! Learn to use white, gray, and black to alter hues and create balanced, coordinated palettes. Perfect for drum carder, blending board, or hand card users.

465 · Heather & Tweed Blends – Emily Wohlscheid
Blend for depth! Explore heathered and tweed textures, combine effect fibers, and craft subtle or bold visual dimension in your fiber preps. Beginner friendly, richly creative.

446 · Getting Started with Woolly Washing – Greg Padget
Scouring fleece doesn’t have to be scary! Learn the science and process of washing raw wool step by step and take home your clean, prepared fleece ready for spinning.

467 · Dyeing Yarns for Assigned Pooling – Melissa Brown
Learn how to hand dye yarns that pool intentionally—creating color bursts in knit or crochet designs. Includes yarn, dyes, and a free pattern designed by the instructor.

449 · Creating the Color Wheel! – Nancy Macali
Mix, measure, and dye your own 12 color wheel using acid dyes! A joyful, hands on way to explore color theory and go home with vibrant mini skeins ready for your next project.

5 more of our fantastic Thursday classes! Registration begins May 15th unless you are a Friend of the Festival- then it ...
04/28/2026

5 more of our fantastic Thursday classes! Registration begins May 15th unless you are a Friend of the Festival- then it begins May 13th!

411 · Exploring the Drum Carder – Henry Clemes
Get hands on with fiber prep! Learn how drum carders work, compare woolen and worsted carding styles, and make four colorful batts to take home. All tools provided by Clemes & Clemes.

412 · 30 Shades of Color – Lori Evesque
Two dyes, endless hues! Explore natural dye chemistry and see how mordants and after treatments produce thirty color variations. You’ll go home with an incredible sample card for future dyeing projects.

461 · Needle Felted: Bailey T. Black Sheep – Danita Doerre
Learn the art of 3D needle felting as you sculpt an adorable black sheep, complete with glass eyes and wet felted embellishments. All materials and armature included—no experience needed!

443 · Spinning for Consistency – Ingrid McMasters
Polish your spinning technique for better control and even yarns. Learn how twist, ply balance, and grist affect the finished product. Great for advanced beginners ready to refine their skills.

463 · Understanding Your Spinning Wheel Ratios – Ingrid McMasters
Get to know your wheel! Learn how whorls, pulleys, and ratios determine twist and yarn quality—complete with real world math for custom spinning.

Head on over to www.wisconsinsheepandwoolfestival.com to see all our classes available this year!

Just 19 more sleeps till classes go live! Want a few extra days? Become a Friend of the Festival, and you can start regi...
04/26/2026

Just 19 more sleeps till classes go live! Want a few extra days? Become a Friend of the Festival, and you can start registering on May 13th! Join Knitters' Guild and you will have the opportunity to register for certain PLY Together classes from now until May 10th!

5 more classes that are taking place on Thursday September 10th.

406 · Beginning Spinning – Deb Jones
Turn wool into yarn! Get hands-on practice on different spinning wheels as you learn to spin singles and ply into your first skein. Designed for complete beginners—just bring your enthusiasm!

407 · Shave ’Em: Spinning America’s Heritage and Conservation Fibers – Julie Drogsvold
Explore the roots of American fiber history by spinning rare and heritage sheep breeds such as Navajo Churro, Romeldale/CVM, and Jacob. Learn why each breed mattered—and how spinning supports conservation today.

408 · Dye Your Dorset Buttons – Kelly Brandt
Create small-scale magic! Learn to space dye threads with acid dyes, then craft distinctive Dorset-style buttons or jewelry with your vibrant new yarns. A great choice for fiber artists who love working in color and detail.

409 · First Steps in Bobbin Lace – Kelly Webster
Step into the delicate art of bobbin lace! Learn the core twists, crosses, and stitches needed to make your first lace bookmark or bracelet. Tools available for use or purchase—just bring curiosity.

410 · Ecoprint Naturally on Silk and Wool – M. Theresa Brown
Print the beauty of nature directly onto fabric! Learn to use leaves, mordants, and steam to create stunning natural patterns on silk and wool scarves. Beginner-friendly and utterly inspiring.

20 sleeps until the classes at the 2026 Wisconsin Sheep & Wool Festival go live for registration. Go to the class websit...
04/26/2026

20 sleeps until the classes at the 2026 Wisconsin Sheep & Wool Festival go live for registration. Go to the class website (https://wisconsinsheepandwoolfestival.com/education/classes) and become a Friend of the Festival and get 48 hours of advanced signups (May 13th!). Join , and you can register for certain PLY Together classes even earlier- from now until May 10th!

These classes are all on Thursday, September 10th.

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Jefferson County Fair Park, 503 North Jackson Avenue
Jefferson, WI
53549

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