Join us for the Chippewa Valley Bee Expo on April 24,25, 2027, from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the Northern Wisconsin State Fairgrounds! This annual event is dedicated to educating and inspiring individuals about the importance of pollinators, sustainable living, and natural beekeeping practices.

Whether you're an experienced beekeeper, an aspiring homesteader, or simply curious about how to support pollinators, the Chippewa Valley Bee Expo is the perfect place to learn, explore, and engage with a like-minded community.

Mark your calendar and join us for a day of discovery, education, and fun!

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2027 Bee Expo Admission

 

Valid for one-day or two-day admission during the Chippewa Valley Bee Expo at the Northern Wisconsin State Fairgrounds, April 24 & 25, 2027 8am-4pm each day. Ages 16 and under FREE.

 

2-Day $20.00

 

Single Day $15.00

https://www.nwsfa.com/events/2027/chippewa-valley-bee-expo

BUILDINGS A AND B

Northern Wisconsin State Fairgrounds

225 Edward Street,

Chippewa Falls, WI 54729

Expert-Led Workshops 

Gain valuable insights from experienced beekeepers, researchers, and sustainability advocates on topics such as:

  • Beekeeping 101 & Advanced Techniques
  • Hive Management & Winterization
  • Pollinator-Friendly Gardening
  • Natural & Sustainable Living
  • Honey Production & Processing
  • Biodiversity & Pollinator Conservation

Family-Friendly Activities

  • Kids Corner – Fun bee-themed activities, , crafts, and educational games.
  • Live Demonstrations – Featuring honey tasting, cooking with honey, and more!
  • Breakout Demos at Booths – Learn directly from vendors and experts throughout the day.

 

Vendor Marketplace

  • Beekeeping Equipment & Supplies
  • Honey & Honey-Based Products
  • Handmade & Natural Goods
  • Gardening & Sustainable Living Products
  • Local Food & Artisan Creations

 

Raffles & Giveaways

Enter for a chance to win exciting prizes, including beekeeping supplies, gift baskets, and local goods. Large-ticket raffle drawing at 4:00 PM!

Community & Networking

Connect with beekeepers, conservationists, and sustainability advocates from across the region. Whether you're new to beekeeping or a seasoned expert, the expo is the perfect place to learn, share, and grow.

 

Speakers for the    2027  expo- April 24th  25th 

SATURDAY

9:00 a.m.   Insulated Layen hive ..  Bee Haven

10:00a.m  Starting your garden Elizabeth Tscholl

11:00 a.m.  mites  and winter  Rebecca Mattistson

12:00p.m.  Pollinators.. Pheasants Forever

1:00  p.m. Building Strength in your  hive.. Dadant

2:00 p.m.  ,The Lost Art of Seed Saving: Preserving Flavor, Freedom, and Farms  Life Root Farms

3:00 p.m.  

Bucket Raffle   inside building after

 

 

 

Bucket Raffle   1  each  day, draw  time  4.00  need not be present to win\

Tickets available   at  both buildings at the  door

2.00 each

6 for 10.00

15 for  20.00

 

KIDS CORNER

Building a wren house      10:am Saturday

who is who in bees      2 p.m  Saturday

 

 

Bird coloring  contest    11 am Sunday( Ribbons Awarded)

 Kids Mini Garden  1 pm Sunday ( make your own garden Sponsored By Life Root Farms)

 

SUNDAY

9:00 a.m . 

10:00 a.m.     Mites and more   Brook Sommerfelt

11:00 a.m.   Gafting trees David Burzynski

12:00 p.m. Wellness Way Jessica Janssen

1:00 p.m.    mites  and winter  Rebecca Mattistson

2:00 p.m. Building  strength  in your  hive .. Dadant

3:00 p.m.  Pruning  your  fruit  trees  Avenue Orchard

raffle inside  after

Honey Judging Contest

Entry Requirements

  • Quantity: Exactly 1 pint of honey.

  • Packaging: Must be in a plain glass jar with no labels or identifying marks (to ensure unbiased "blind" judging).

  • Donation Policy: All entries are donated to the Expo for public tasting after the winners are announced.

Judging & Awards

  • The Panel: Your honey will be evaluated by 7 different judges.

  • Timeline: Judging begins promptly at 10:00 AM this Saturday.

  • Prizes: Winners will receive ribbons and a plaque, which will be displayed throughout the remainder of the Expo.

Quick Tips for Competitors

Pro Tip: Before sealing your jar, use a flashlight to check for "debris" or air bubbles at the top. Judges often look for clarity and a clean fill line (right to the bottom of the threads) before they even take a taste!

Good luck—I hope you take home the  Plaque

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COOKING With Honey

SATURDAY

8:30 a.m.  honey hot  drink for  cold

9:30 a.m . Ave orchard ..Energy bar

10:30 a.m.

11:30 a.m.  Moon Bees  Mead making

12:30  p.m.  Directors choice Honey glazed Salmon

1:30  p.m.  Darla's Kitchen

2:30 p.m.

3:30 p.m.  Ranch dressing  with honey

SUNDAY

8:30 a.m. 

9:30 a.m. 

10:30: a.m.  Moon Bees  Nector of the gods  (mead making)

11:30  p.m. 

12:30 p.m.  Darla's Kitchen

1:30 p.m. Honey Mustard chicken

2:30 pm 

3:15 p.m.

 

 

WHAT BUILDING  ARE INCLUDED

WEAU  Building A is the main building This is raffle building, and cooking  with honey  along  with   vendors

Second building RCU building B   does have some vendors, and is where the speakers are presenting.