Judging Schedule
Junior Fair Horse Show
Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam, WI, United StatesThe Junior Fair Horse Show is a judging event for youth involved in the horse project. Exhibitors are evaluated based on their ability to show their horses in various categories, including halter, riding, driving, performance, and horsemanship. The event takes place in the horse arena located at the southeast corner of the Fairgrounds.
Junior Fair Foods and Food Preservation Judging
Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam, WI, United StatesThe Junior Fair Foods and Food Preservation event is a judging competition for youth involved in the foods project. Exhibits are evaluated based on their composition, appearance, creativity, and presentation. Entries are displayed in the Youth Building, located at the northeast corner of the Fairgrounds.
Junior Fair Farm Scene Judging
Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam, WI, United StatesYouth exhibitors showcase miniature farm displays in the Youth Building on Entry Day, where they are judged. Each exhibitor has the opportunity to meet face-to-face with a judge, and the exhibits are evaluated based on scale, detail, creativity, and improvements.
Junior Fair Cloverbuds Judging
Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam, WI, United StatesJoin us for a learning event designed for kindergarten through 2nd graders in the Cloverbud project. Young exhibitors will showcase their work in various subject areas, learn how to engage in a face-to-face conversation with a judge about their exhibits and receive a participation ribbon.
Junior Fair Flowers, Houseplants and Plant Crafts Judging
Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam, WI, United StatesThis event is a judging competition for youth who are involved in projects related to flowers, houseplants, and home environments. Participants will bring their entries to be judged in person, where they can receive feedback and ask questions. The exhibits will be evaluated based on composition, arrangement, appearance, and structure.
Junior Fair Market Hog Show
Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam, WI, United StatesA judging event for youth participating in the swine project is held in the Junior Livestock Building. Swine are evaluated based on their functionality, structure, balance, and attractiveness. The Market Hog Show is a terminal show, meaning that all youth exhibitors must be certified annually in Meat Animal Quality Assurance (MAQA) and attend educational project meetings throughout the year.
Junior Fair Fruit and Vegetables Judging
Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam, WI, United StatesJoin us for a judging event showcasing youth in fruit and vegetable projects. Discover what’s growing in the gardens of Dodge County youth! Exhibits will be evaluated using the Danish judging system, which emphasizes quality, uniformity, health, appearance, and more.
Open Class Foods Judging
Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam, WI, United StatesThe open-class foods division offers a category for every taste preference and kitchen skill. Whether you love to impress your family with decorative cakes or want to make your guests emotional over canned salsa that's so good the flavor lingers for days, there’s a category for you.
Open Class Home Furnishings Judging
Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam, WI, United StatesHome furnishings are categorized into five distinct classes. The “Machine and Hand-Embroidery” class includes a variety of items, such as pillowcases and wall hangings. The “Quilts” category is very popular, featuring subcategories like piece quilting, baby quilts, and wall hangings.