Get ready to dig in, discover, and celebrate! Food + Farm Exploration Center is inviting the community to experience agriculture in action during its exciting National Ag Day 2026 celebration. This will be a day packed with hands-on activities, interactive learning, and farm-inspired fun for all ages. This is a free community event, open to all. A suggested $10 donation per person is appreciated to support educational programming.
National Ag Day is a nationwide celebration recognizing the farmers, growers, producers, and innovators who power our food system. At Food + Farm Exploration Center, that celebration comes to life through engaging experiences that show just how fascinating agriculture can be.
What To Expect
- Explore the Spudmobile: courtesy of the Wisconsin Potato & Vegetable Growers Association.
- Little Farmer Parade: Kids of all ages are invited to dress up and join in a celebratory stroll through the center with a chance to win a special prize.
- Kitchen Lab Activities: Complimentary fresh vegetable samples.
- FREE Crinkle Cut Fries: Thanks to McCain’s generosity, you can learn how crinkle cut fries are made, then enjoy them yourself (while supplies last).
- Story Time: Join themed, agriculture-inspired story times hosted by our Ag Ambassadors.
- AND MORE!
“National Ag Day is one of our favorite celebrations because it shines a spotlight on the incredible people and innovation behind our food,” said Alexandria Behrend, Executive Director of Food + Farm Exploration Center. “We want guests to walk away inspired — understanding that agriculture is high-tech, dynamic, and essential to our future. And most importantly, we want them to have fun while learning.”
From the science behind growing crops to the journey food takes from farm to fork. The day will highlight how agriculture impacts our everyday lives — right here in Wisconsin and around the world.
Event details, can be found at: explorefoodandfarm.org/events/national-ag-day-2026
