4-H at the Wright County Fair
2024 County Fair: July 24-28
General Exhibit Project Drop-Off Day: July 20 General Exhibit Project Judging Day: July 23
Livestock Check-in: Tuesday, July 23 and Wednesday, July 24
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Updates for 2024:
Updates for 2024:
Livestock check-in times and some livestock show schedules have changed! See schedule for details.
Goat exhibits are requested to be checked in by 8 pm on Tuesday if possible as the show is now on Wednesday.
Clothing/Fashion Revue Judging will take place prior to the fair on Saturday July 20. See schedule or clothing section for more details.
The Cloverbud Livestock Policy has been updated - see the Cloverbud page for details.
Minnesota 4-H wants to recognize youth who are making a difference in their community and are sharing their story through their project(s) and exhibit(s). Judges at local and state showcases will place a recognition sticker on each exhibit where the 4-H’er clearly articulates how their efforts made a positive community impact.
A County Fair Dance for 4-H'ers only has been added Friday night!
4-H Fair Schedule
4-H Fair Schedule
Animal Science/Species specific information such as interviews and weigh-ins can be found on the project page for each species.
SATURDAY, JULY 13
9:00 a.m. Dog Obedience, Rally, Showmanship, and Agility Judging, FairgroundsSATURDAY, JULY 20
9 a.m.- noon. Project Drop off - 4-H Building9 a.m. - noon Clothing Judging - 4-H Building1:00-2:00 p.m. Fashion Revue Judging and Practice - 4-H BuildingMONDAY, JULY 22
3:00-7:00 p.m. Engineering Design Challenge JudgingTUESDAY, JULY 23
noon-8:00 p.m. Livestock Check-In1:00-6:30 p.m. General Exhibit Conference Judging5:00-8:00 p.m. Horse Check-InJULY 24-28 WRIGHT COUNTY FAIR
4-H Building open 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday and 10:00 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. Sunday
WEDNESDAY, JULY 24
6:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. Horse Check-In8:00 a.m.-noon Livestock Check-In9:00 a.m. Horse Show (Training & Achievement; Egg & Spoon; Driving; Trail)10:00 a.m. Communication & Video Project Judging Starts (throughout the day)4:30 p.m. Dairy and Meat Goat Show - Dairy Show ArenaTHURSDAY, JULY 25
8:00 a.m. Poultry Show8:00 a.m. Horse Show (Games)10:00 a.m. Beef Show - Dairy Show Arena7:00 p.m. Fashion Revue Show - Free Stage7:00 p.m. Cloverbud Horse ShowFRIDAY, JULY 26
8:00 a.m. Rabbit Show - Rabbit Barn8:00 a.m. Dairy Show - Dairy Show Arena8:00 a.m. Horse Show (Pleasure)3:00 p.m. Sheep Show - Dairy Show Arena7:00-10:00 p.m. 4-H Dance - Hoop BuildingSATURDAY, JULY 27
8:00 a.m. Swine Show - Swine Barn8:30 a.m. Lamb Lead Show - Dairy Show Arena8:30 a.m. Open Class Sheep Show - Dairy Show Arena9:30 a.m. Fun With Goats 2:00 p.m. State Trip Acceptance Deadline2:00 p.m. General Exhibitor State Fair Meeting4:00 p.m. Grilling Contest – Near Free Stage6:30 p.m. Livestock Blue Ribbon Auction - Dairy Show Arena6:30 p.m. 4-H Graduate Recognition at the AuctionSUNDAY, JULY 28
10:45 p.m. Livestock Chaperone State Fair Meeting11:30 a.m. Livestock Exhibitor State Fair Meeting1:00 p.m. ID checks on state trip animals (exhibitors must be present)2:00 p.m. State Fair Registration Deadline2:00 p.m. Engineering Design Project Showcase - 4-H Building3:00 p.m. Round Robin Showmanship Contest - Dairy Show Arena7:00 p.m. All Exhibits Released 8:30 p.m. Building Closes – all projects should be picked up by this timeMONDAY, JULY 29
4:30-6:30 p.m. Post Fair Clean-upWEDNESDAY, JULY 31
6:30 p.m. State Horse Exhibitors’ MeetingProject Guidelines and Class Listings
Project Guidelines and Class Listings
Volunteers Needed!
Volunteers Needed!
In order to provide lots of great opportunities for our 4-H’ers and keep everything running smoothly, we greatly appreciate support from many volunteers, both youth and adult. We hope you’ll check out our list of volunteer needs and sign up for something that fits your schedule and abilities. Volunteer positions are posted online at http://z.umn.edu/4Hfairvolunteers. All volunteers will receive a complimentary foodstand ticket. Youth who sign up to help on entry day will still have plenty of time to have their own items judged.
Goals for 4-H Exhibiting
Goals for 4-H Exhibiting
We’re in the business of raising “blue ribbon kids.” The experience that 4-H’ers gain from completing exhibits and learning about their projects is invaluable. Some healthy competition takes place, but the outcomes of competition are not the goal of 4-H - our goal is for youth to have a positive learning experience! It is our hope that everyone who participates will learn and grows from the experience at County Fair.
Judging Etiquette
Judging Etiquette
Judges' placings always stand. 4-H members and parents should not confront a judge regarding a class placing. 4-H members may ask questions of the judge in a calm, respectful manner. Parents may observe the conference judging at a distance. Any questions asked by the judge are to be answered by the 4-H member. Please reference the 4-H code of conduct for more specific information for 4-H expectations at http://z.umn.edu/4hconduct.
Conference Judging
Conference Judging
Speaking with the judge is an important part of the County Fair experience. Conference judging gives members an opportunity to explain their projects and to answer questions in a “show and tell” manner. Conference judging focuses on what members have learned in a project. When preparing for conference judging, members should think about these as possible questions:
• Why did you decide to make this item for your County Fair project?
• Why did you select these materials to use in making your project?
• What did you find hardest to do in making your project?
• What would you do differently if you could do it again?
The judge will ask members several questions and discuss with them the quality of their projects as compared to accepted standards for projects of this type. Ribbon placings are awarded, based 50% on the quality of exhibit and 50% on what members have learned and discussed with the judge.
Absentee Exhibiting
Absentee Exhibiting
If exhibitors are unable to attend judging, projects should be entered by a local adult or junior club leader. In the latter event, a written or visual report about their project and what was learned should accompany all entries. These exhibits are not likely to earn State Fair trips, since conference judging and knowledge learned accounts for 50% of the judge’s decision.
Grievance Policy
Grievance Policy
If a concern in connection with the fair should arise, please speak to an Extension Office staff person. If the issue cannot be resolved, a written account including names of all parties involved and all pertinent information needs be submitted to Extension Office staff within 24 hours. The written account is also signed and accompanied by a $25.00 check payable to Wright County 4-H. Once received, a grievance committee made up of 4-H volunteers will make a decision on the request. If the committee rules in favor of the filer, the fee will be returned.
Fair Information
Fair Information
For general fair information, please visit the Wright County Fair website: www.wrightcountyfair.org 4-H operates in partnership with the Wright County Fair to provide an opportunity for members to exhibit their achievements. Please keep in mind that every effort will be made to assure the safety of all entries but, in no event will 4-H or the Wright County Fair be responsible for loss or damage to exhibits. Additionally, dogs are not allowed on the fairgrounds during the Wright County Fair.
Open Class Judging
Open Class Judging
Remember that you can always exhibit in open class in addition to being a 4-H exhibitor. If you have extra exhibit ideas, why not try it? See www.wrightcountyfair.org for more information.
Wristbands - 4-H'ers Age 18+
Wristbands - 4-H'ers Age 18+
Your 4-H’er will receive a wristband which gets them into the fair for free when they check in at the front desk of the 4H exhibit building. Adults must pay the regular fees to attend the fair plus parking. For more information about fees and the fair itself, you can visit their website at www.wrightcountyfair.org.
Foodstand Shifts
Foodstand Shifts
The 4-H Food Stand at the fair is one of our largest fundraisers for Wright County 4-H programs. Your cooperative help at the food stand is very important and appreciated! We hope that working in the food stand is a fun and educational experience in food service and teamwork, in addition to being an important fundraiser.
Please remember the dress code for working the food stand:
All workers must wear closed-toed shoes, and pants or shorts that end BELOW the fingertips, as well as an apron.
Each person working with food prep should have a clean hat or head covering.
Those working the grill may not wear shorts.
Please change clothes/shoes if you have been working in the livestock barns before working your food stand shift.
Be sure to also adhere to 4-H event dress code standards.
Please check out the food stand manual at: (link to come) for more information about volunteer positions and procedures.
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