The two breeds that have been selected for the 2026 show include:

• Columbian Wyandotte

• Cinnamon Queen

Costume Class - New for 2026!  This year, we will have an optional costume contest at the end of the poultry show.

Youth must be enrolled (and approved) in 4-H, register for the show, and pay the registration fee by the deadline, as well as maintain a project record book about the process that they submit for judging ahead of the show to compete in the show.

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Registration is now open.

Cost:  $30/youth

Registration and payment deadline is December 12, 2025.  

Webinar Recordings:

• Brooding

• Housing/Nutrition

• Health

• Showmanship

• Project Record Books

To see a bit of what a 4-H youth show typically entails, you can watch this video from Rowan County. This video from Penn State Extension is a good educational resource on showmanship. You may access additional showmanship tips, slides, and information Online via GoogleDrive.

Important Dates to Know:

• October 30 @ 6:30 p.m. - Poultry Show Q&A

• December 12 - Registration deadline for 4-H Poultry Show

• January 2026 - All participants must enroll/reenroll in 4-H Online.

• January 2026 - Watch the required webinar recordings - Brooding, Nutrition/Housing, & Health

• February 6, 2926 - Chick Pick-up (TENTATIVE)

• June 1, 2026 - Project Record Books Due

• June 16, 2026 @ 10 a.m. - NCD 4-H Poultry & Rabbit Show - Location TBD