Sparta Butterfest

It’s time to select the 2026 Lady Butterfest!

Butterfest is June 11-14, 2026. Guidelines:
She must be a resident within the Sparta School District for at least 8 years
She should be civic minded and able to represent Butterfest and the Sparta community during her reign and in the future.
She must be able to attend all events during Butterfest (Wednesday-Sunday) and attend other festivals as required by

Sparta Festivals.

Nominations for Lady Butterfest are due by FEBRUARY 20, 2026. To nominate someone, send a brief resume outlining her involvement (past & present) in the Sparta Community by listing civic, church, and school activities and why you think she would be a good ambassador for Butterfest and the Sparta Community. Please include your name and contact information.

Nominations can be sent to: Lori Ascher 440 Dewitt St. Sparta, WI 54656 or email to sparta814@hotmail.com. Additionally, you can fill out our online nomination form. Click here to submit online,

Sparta Butterfest is just around the corner, and we’re looking for someone special to take on a legendary role — Festmaster!

He must be a resident within the Sparta School District for at least 10 years
They should be civic minded and willing to be active in representing
Sparta during the year of their reign and in the future
They should be willing to continue playing an important role in the annual celebration as a Past Festmaster
There is no age limit, but the individual selected must realize they will be expected to be available to speak to groups of people, both large and small
The Festmaster is obligated to attend the following functions: Monroe County Dairy Breakfast, ButterFest weekend (Thursday through Sunday), and parades throughout the year.
They must be present for at least three of the following functions: Applefest Parade and coronation; Oktoberfest parade, Festmaster's reception, Warrens Cranberry Fest parade and coronation; and any other functions deemed necessary by the Festivals Committee

👉 Nominate your Festmaster or Lady Butterfest by 2/20/2026. Click here to submit online, or mail your nomination to

Sparta Festivals
PO Box 89
Sparta, WI 54656

Let’s celebrate the people who make Sparta such a great place to live. We can’t wait to see your nominations and crown our next Butterfest Festmaster! 🧈👑

Our Button Design Contest is now open! Each year, we ask for submissions for our button design. Submissions will be judged by the committee and the winning button design will become our festival button, which will be available on the Fest Grounds and is required to attend certain fest events.

Click here to check out the rules for the contest and be sure to submit by February 13, 2026. Button designs may be submitted online by clicking here, or mailed to:
Sparta Butterfest
PO Box 89
Sparta, WI 54656

NOTE: Mailed entries must be received prior to February 13, 2026.

Good luck to all participants!

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