Dane County Breakfast on the Farm

The 44th annual Dane County Breakfast on the Farm is hosted by the Kahl family, who since 1961 have raised dairy cattle, hogs, chickens, goats and crops. The family-friendly June Dairy Month event will include cheesy scrambled eggs, sausage and pancakes; educational activities; Wisconsin dairy samples; and music by bluegrass band Soggy Prairie. A live auction will follow breakfast, and proceeds will be donated to the Community Action Coalition for South Central Wisconsin. The Kahl Family Farm is located at 8385 County Highway A Verona, WI 53593.

media release: Kahl Family Farm, 8385 County Highway A, Verona, WI 53593.

Event Admission* Includes parking, breakfast, and all entertainment and activities.

Ages 0 – 2 = Free; Ages 3 – 11 = $5.00; Ages 12 and up = $10.00. *Cash or check only.

Breakfast Menu: Cheesy scrambled eggs, pancakes, sausage, yogurt, cheese, ice cream, milk & coffee. Additional samples of other Wisconsin dairy products will be offered in the Expo Area.

Organizers of the Dane County Breakfast on the Farm are excited to announce the Kahl Family Farm will host the 44th annual event, held on Saturday, June 10, 2023. The Kahl Family began farming their homestead in 1961, and over the years have raised dairy cattle, hogs, chickens, goats and crops. Everyone is welcome to visit the farm for breakfast, which is expected to draw more than 5,000 people and pays tribute to the farm families of Dane County and Wisconsin. 

After enjoying breakfast, attendees are welcome to explore the farm and enjoy entertainment on the Main Stage - including live music by Soggy Prairie. Visitors can also explore the Expo area, where vendors will host educational activities and offer samples of Wisconsin dairy products. 

New this year will include a live auction at the conclusion of the breakfast, put on by Imkahlng Auctions, managed by Riley Kahl and Family. Money received during these cash and carry auctions will be donated to the Community Action Coalition for South Central Wisconsin, a nonprofit working to end poverty and help people live better lives in Dane County. 

“Breakfast on the Farm is an exciting way to celebrate the farm families of Dane County,” says Emily Matzke, Breakfast on the Farm Committee Member. “We provide food, fun and educational opportunities. Attendees can enjoy delicious Wisconsin dairy products, explore a Wisconsin farm and learn about modern farm technology. We are also excited about the unique spin our host family is offering this year.”

In addition to an appearance from local celebrities, including Alice in Dairyland and the Wisconsin Fairest of the Fair, Dane County’s Fairest of the Fair will be officially crowned during the event. 

Held the second Saturday in June, Breakfast on the Farm offers breakfast and entertainment throughout the morning for all ages and serves as one of the Dane County Dairy Promotion Committee's premiere, annual events. The breakfast is open to the public and offers visitors a chance to learn about the dairy community and its products. For a detailed program of scheduled activities, event admission prices, directions and more, visit www.danecountydairy.com/dairybreakfast or follow us on Facebook and Instagram. 

Volunteer: The Dane County Breakfast on the Farm would not be possible without the help of volunteers. If you are interested in helping to bring this event to our county please sign up to volunteer here. 

Congratulations to the 2023 Dane County Fairest of the Fair, Aubrey Schlimgen of Marshall. Schlimgen will be crowned at the Dane County Breakfast on the Farm to be held Saturday, June 10 at Kahl Family Farm, 8385 County Highway A, Verona, WI. The public is invited to attend the presentation of Schlimgen who was selected for this role at the April selection event. 

Schlimgen is the daughter of Tony and Jackie Schlimgen. She is a graduate of Marshall High School and is currently working on her family’s farm (Schlimgen Farms) milking 280 registered Jersey and Grade Holstein cows. Her other farm responsibilities also include feeding and tending to the calves, administering medications and vaccinations as needed, and assisting her father with making managerial decisions on the farm when it comes to breeding, registrations, and document/record keeping. Schlimgen has been a long-time exhibitor of the Dane County Fair for 10 years showing dairy and beef cattle as well as projects in other departments including photography and plants and soil science.

When Schlimgen is not working on the family farm, she spends her time volunteering and helping others as it is one of her favorite things to do. Schlimgen has volunteered with 4-H, Badger Honor Flight, FFA, Adopt A Highway, and Second Harvest Foodbank to name a few. In addition to volunteering, Schlimgen has a passion for leadership. She has held committee and treasurer positions in her 4-H Club (Medina Marvels) and a variety of positions in FFA – Middle School Vice President, Sentinel, Vice President of Ag Literacy, and President.

“Showing at the Dane County Fair has given me the opportunity to develop and enhance my networking and communication skills to support my future goal of being a motivational speaker with a focus on agriculture. It is important to educate and inspire the next generation to become agriculturalists and the leaders that we need to feed, clothe, and fuel the world,” stated Schlimgen. She also added that “the Fair has also enriched my love of giving others encouragement, support, and inspiration. I have been in the shoes of the youth exhibitors for a good portion of my life, and I know how important it is to have someone cheering you on and being in your corner. As Dane County Fairest of the Fair, I plan to offer the same encouragement and support to all those I interact with at this year’s Fair!”

In this role, Schlimgen will attend community events promoting the upcoming Dane County Fair, July 20–23 as well as additional events across the state. She will make daily appearances at the Fair meeting fairgoers, presenting awards to youth exhibitors, and participating in various activities. Community members can keep up with her year as Dane County Fairest of the Fair by liking the Dane County Fairest of the Fair Facebook page.

In the heart of Madison, the Dane County Fair is home to free concerts, stunt shows, animals, a carnival, and all the best fair foods. With over a 170-year history, the Dane County Fair will once again be held at the Alliant Energy Center, July 20–23, 2023. For more information, visit www.danecountyfair.com, or our Facebook and Instagram pages.