PLATTEVILLE, Wis.— This year marks the 75th anniversary of Dairy Days in the community of Platteville. 

The festival runs September 9 to 11 this year. 

Organizer Roberta Buss said Dairy Days is about celebrating Platteville's agricultural roots, and acknowledging the hard work of dairy farmers and the contributions they make to Wisconsin's economy. 

Dairy Days in Platteville began as a one-day event in 1947. Organizers decorated Platteville's downtown and displayed 65 head of dairy cattle from around the area. 

Now, Platteville Dairy Days operates as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and has evolved into a three-day event. It still includes a parade, entertainment and agricultural exhibits created by local students and adults. 

Platteville merchants sponsor and volunteer at Dairy Days to support the event.