Hello! I’m Kaelie Billingsley, the 60th Wisconsin Fairest of the Fairs!
I am truly honored to serve as the 2026 Wisconsin Fairest of the Fairs. I am currently attending the University of Wisconsin–Platteville, where I am pursuing a degree in Animal Science with an emphasis in Pre-Veterinary Medicine.
My love for agriculture, animals, and the fair began on my family’s small hobby farm in Paris, Wisconsin, where I learned the values of hard work, dedication, and community. I was an active 4-H member for fourteen years, starting as a Cloverbud exhibiting arts and crafts. Throughout my 4-H journey, I exhibited dogs, chickens, rabbits, swine, and horses, and participated in photography and various arts and crafts, focusing on swine, horses, and photography in my final year. These experiences shaped who I am today and gave me lifelong friendships and memories.
Outside of the fair, I enjoy traveling and exploring communities around the world, capturing life and wildlife through photography. I also love reading and spending quality time with my family and friends.
What I love most about fairs is the sense of community they create — bringing people together, celebrating agriculture, and building connections that last far beyond fair week. I am so grateful for this opportunity and cannot wait to represent Wisconsin’s fairs, agriculture, and the incredible people who make them so special throughout the year.
Thank you,
Kaelie Billingsley