Contests & Competitions
The Amherst County Fair has many Contests, Competitions, and Exhibits where you can display your work or compete in fun games.
Costume Contest
Thursday at 7:00 p.m. at the Extention Tent
Best infant/Toddler – 4 & under
Best Child – 5-12
Best Teen – 13 – 18
Most creative
Bubble Gum Blowing Contetst
Stop by the Extension Tent Thursday, Friday, and Saturday for a Bubble Gum Blowing Contest.
Hula Hoop Contest
Hula Hoop Contests will take place at the Extension Tent on Thursday night and Saturday afternoon.
Jalapeno Eating Contest
Friday 6:30 pm
Think you can handle the heat? Come find out at the Extension Tent at 6:30 Friday evening.
Baby Pumpkin Scavenger Hunt
Friday Evening
Visiting the Fair Friday night? Keep your eyes open for baby pumpkins. If you find one bring it to the Extension Tent for a prize.
Hot Dog Eating Contest
Saturday Afternoon 1:30
Can you out-eat the competition?
Tug of War
Saturday 4:00 pm
Gather up your team and stop by the Extension Tent for this competition of strength.
Sack Races
Saturday 4:00 pm
Try your hand at this classic picnic race at the Extension Tent.
Donut on a String Eating Contest
Saturday 4:00 pm
If you aren’t a fan of heat or speed eating, try your hand at this no hands contest hosted by the Extension Tent.