Junior Fair Horse Show

Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam, WI, United States

The 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. 

Free

Junior Fair Foods and Food Preservation Judging

Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam, WI, United States

The 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.

Free

2025 Dodge County Fair

Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam, WI, United States

A huge tractor pull followed by three nights of national touring artist concerts entertain country and rock fans. Two demolition derbies, a Horse pull, tractor pull, and truck pull at the grandstand plus food, fun and exhibits for the whole family.

Junior Fair Cake Decorating Judging

Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam, WI, United States

Join us for a cake decorating judging event for youth participants. Exhibitors will showcase their skills in a Danish-style judging format, where their creations are evaluated based on techniques involving frosting, fondant, gum paste, and more. This popular class emphasizes creativity, placement, and presentation.

Junior Fair Photography Judging

Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam, WI, United States

This event is a photography competition for youth who have captured images as part of their projects. The exhibits will be evaluated using the Danish judging system, focusing on composition, mounting quality, technique, and image clarity. Entries will be judged and displayed in the Youth Building, located at the northeast corner of the Fairgrounds. 

Pig, Duck and Goat Races

Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam, WI, United States

The pigs, ducks, and goats from Pleasure Valley Farm in nearby Adell, WI, entertain audiences with four shows daily during the Dodge County Fair. The racing pigs and other farm animals are the main attractions at the Laux family farm during the pumpkin season.

Junior Fair Knitting and Crocheting Judging

Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam, WI, United States

This is a judging event for youth exhibitors showcasing their knitting and crocheting projects. Participants will present their exhibits in person and receive feedback and questions from the judges. The entries will be evaluated and displayed in the Youth Building located at the northeast corner of the Fairgrounds.

Junior Fair Child Development and Home Environment Judging

Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam, WI, United States

Join us for a judging event focused on youth participation in home, family, and child development projects. Participants will be evaluated in person on the items they create for home use and/or child development. The entries will be displayed in the Youth Building, located at the northeast corner of the Fairgrounds.

Junior Fair Crops Judging

Dodge County Fairgrounds Dodge County Fairgrounds, Beaver Dam, WI, United States

Join us for a judging event where youth showcase the crops and garden projects they have nurtured throughout the summer. The exhibits will be evaluated using the Danish judging system and will be displayed in the Youth Building, located at the northeast corner of the Fairgrounds.