Junior Fair
Calendar of Events
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2 events,
Junior Fair Farm Scene Judging
Junior Fair Farm Scene Judging
Youth exhibitors bring miniature farm displays to the Youth Building to be judged on Entry Day. Exhibitors meet face-to-face with a judge and exhibits are evaluated on scale, detail, creativity, and improvements.
Junior Fair Cloverbuds Judging
Junior Fair Cloverbuds Judging
Youth exhibitors enter in a variety of subject areas, learn how to talk with a judge face to face about their exhibit, and receive a participation ribbon.
3 events,
Junior Fair Beef Breeding and Feeder Calves Judging
Junior Fair Beef Breeding and Feeder Calves Judging
A judging event for 4-H youth competing in Beef Breeding and Feeder projects. Beef cattle are evaluated on functionality, structure, balance, and attractiveness.
Junior Fair Market Beef and Showmanship Judging
Junior Fair Market Beef and Showmanship Judging
A judging event for 4-H youth entering livestock in the beef and beef feeder project. Beef cattle are evaluated on functionality, structure, balance, and attractiveness.
Junior Fair Dog Obedience Performance Show
Junior Fair Dog Obedience Performance Show
Youth showcase ability in dog handling and performance a result of training, obedience, and showmanship classes that take place prior to the fair.
3 events,
Junior Fair Rabbit and Cavy Judging
Junior Fair Rabbit and Cavy Judging
Youth participate in Danish judging and animals are evaluated on functionality, structure, balance, and attractiveness. Judging is held in the Small Animal Building on the northwest corner of the Fairgrounds.
Junior Fair Cultural Arts, Communication Arts, Natural Science, Electricity, Mechanical Project, Animal Science, and Youth Leadership Self-Determined Judging
Junior Fair Cultural Arts, Communication Arts, Natural Science, Electricity, Mechanical Project, Animal Science, and Youth Leadership Self-Determined Judging
A judging event for 4-H youth participating in Cultural Arts, Communication Arts, Natural Science, Electricity, Mechanical Project, Animal Science, and Youth Leadership Self-Determined projects.
Junior Fair Dairy Show
Junior Fair Dairy Show
A judging event for 4-H youth participating in the dairy project. Dairy breeds are evaluated on functionality, frame, balance, and udder characteristics.
4 events,
Junior Fair Poultry Judging
Junior Fair Poultry Judging
Youth participate in Danish judging where animals are evaluated on functionality, structure, balance, and attractiveness.
Junior Fair Dairy Showmanship
Junior Fair Dairy Showmanship
Youth showcase their knowledge of dairy education and compete for a variety of showmanship awards such as top production, somatic cell count, and protein production.
Junior Fair Music Performance Judging
Junior Fair Music Performance Judging
This is your chance to see talented young musicians showcase their skills on instruments, vocals, and even piano! They've been working hard all year on their 4-H music projects, and this is their big moment to shine.
Junior Fair Swine Showmanship
Junior Fair Swine Showmanship
The competition takes place in the Junior Livestock Building, and winners will be showered with awards for their hard work. But beyond the trophies, these kids are building friendships that will last a lifetime.
3 events,
Junior Fair Goat Judging
Junior Fair Goat Judging
This exciting event takes place in the Junior Livestock Building and features talented young exhibitors showcasing their goats.
Junior Fair Cat and Kitten Judging
Junior Fair Cat and Kitten Judging
Don't miss the Junior Fair Cat Show happening at the Youth Building, located at the fairground's northeast corner. Cheer on these talented young exhibitors and their feline friends!
Junior Fair Younger Brother/Sister Exhibit Class
Junior Fair Younger Brother/Sister Exhibit Class
Calling all young exhibitors! Have a project you're excited to show off, but you're not quite in the Junior Fair yet? The Dodge County Fair has you covered!
2 events,
Junior Fair Model Horse Judging
Junior Fair Model Horse Judging
Head over to the Youth Building (northeast corner of the Fairgrounds) to cheer on the talented young participants in the Junior Fair Model Horse Project competition.
Junior Fair Herdsmanship Awards
Junior Fair Herdsmanship Awards
These awards recognize excellence in animal care, exhibitor presentation, and exhibit preparation. It's more than just clean stalls – it's about dedication, responsibility, and a passion for agriculture.