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Contests
and competitions

HOT DOG EATING CONTEST

JALEPEÑO EATING CONTEST
Think you can stand the heat? Try your hand at the Jalapeno Eating Contest.
TIME TBA, AT THE EXTENSION TENT

CHICKEN CALLING CONTEST
We want to hear your best chicken call. Silly in hilarious, let’s find out who clucks the best!
TIME TBA, AT THE EXTENSION TENT

TUG OF WAR
Gather up your friends and head to the Extension Tent. The annual tug of war competitions are always a favorite!
TIME TBA, AT THE EXTENSION TENT

DOUGHNUT ON A STRING EATING CONTEST
This classic competition is a staple at fairs and festivals. Stop by the Extension Tent and try your hand at this hands-free game. We provide the donuts, you provide the skill.
TIME TBA, AT THE EXTENSION TENT

BUBBLEGUM BLOWING CONTEST
Do you have what it takes to blow the biggest bubble? Stop by the Extension Tent to find out!
TIME TBA, AT THE EXTENSION TENT

SACK RACE

Keep your eyes peeled for toy farm animals while you wander the fairgrounds for a chance to win a prize from the Extension Tent
TOY FARM ANIMAL SCAVENGER HUNT

Show off your farmer attire Thursday Night at the Fair. Overalls, boots, straw hats, and all!
BEST DRESSED FARMER CONSTUME CONTEST

Visit the Extension tent for a game of “Cow Pie Toss”.
COW PIE TOSS

Visit the Extension tent for an agricultural twist on Bingo!
BARNYARD BINGO

Work those muscles and wiggle those hips in the fan-favorite Hula Hoop Contest at the Extension Tent.
HULAHOOP CONTEST
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SEP 10-13 , 2026
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