4-H at the Wright County Fair
2025 County Fair: July 23-27
General Exhibit Project Drop-Off Day: July 19 General Exhibit Project Judging Day: July 22
Livestock Check-in: Tuesday, July 22 and Wednesday, July 23
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Updates for 2025:
Updates for 2025:
Livestock show times for several species have changed - review the schedule carefully!
The clothing and fashion revue judging times have changed slightly.
The County Fair Dance has moved to Saturday in the dairy arena and will be limited to 5th grade and up this year.
New - 4-H and FFA will be hosting a general livestock judging contest! Details coming soon!
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 12
9:00 a.m. Dog Obedience, Rally, Showmanship, and Agility Judging, FairgroundsSATURDAY, JULY 19
9 a.m.- noon. Project Drop off - 4-H Building9 a.m. - 10 a.m. Clothing Judging - 4-H Building10 a.m.- noon Fashion Revue Judging and Practice - 4-H BuildingMONDAY, JULY 21
3:00-7:00 p.m. Engineering Design Challenge JudgingTUESDAY, JULY 22
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 23-27 WRIGHT COUNTY FAIR
4-H Building open 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday and 10:00 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. Sunday
WEDNESDAY, JULY 23
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 - Show ArenaTHURSDAY, JULY 24
8:00 a.m. Horse Show (Games)9:00 a.m. Poultry Show9:00 a.m. Beef Show - Show Arena6:15 p.m. Fashion Revue Practice - Barnyard Stage (Free Stage)7:00 p.m. Fashion Revue Show - Barnyard Stage (Free Stage)7:00 p.m. Cloverbud Horse ShowFRIDAY, JULY 25
8:00 a.m. Horse Show (Pleasure)8:30 a.m. Dairy Show - Show Arena9:00 a.m. Rabbit Show - Rabbit Barn3:00 p.m. Sheep & Wool Show - Show Arena (following Dairy Show)SATURDAY, JULY 26
8:00 a.m. Swine Show - Swine Barn8:30 a.m. Lamb Lead Show - Show Arena8:30 a.m. Open Class Sheep Show - 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 - Show Arena6:30 p.m. 4-H Graduate Recognition at the AuctionFollowing auction-10:00 p.m. 4-H Dance for Grades 5+ - Show ArenaSUNDAY, JULY 27
10:00 a.m. Livestock Chaperone State Fair Meeting10:30 a.m. Livestock Exhibitor State Fair Meeting11:00-11:30 Check-in for FFA & 4-H Livestock Judging Contest - Show Arena - See flyer here11:30-2:00 FFA & 4-H General Livestock Judging Contest - Show Arena1:30 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 - Show Arena7:00 p.m. All Exhibits Released 8:30 p.m. Building Closes – all projects should be picked up by this timeMONDAY, JULY 28
4:30-6:30 p.m. Post Fair Clean-upWEDNESDAY, JULY 30
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 or livestock at: z.umn.edu/IAFE-show-ethics
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.
Judging Experiences for Youth with Disabilities or Injuries
Judging Experiences for Youth with Disabilities or Injuries
Minnesota 4-H Youth Development believes that participation in competitive events enhances the depth and breadth of the learning and leading experience. Minnesota 4-H works to provide an equitable and uniform opportunity for participation in competitive events for its members across the state.
See the Full Policy here: z.umn.edu/4h-judging-experience
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.
Please see the statewide policy here: z.umn.edu/4h-absentee-judging
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.
MN 4-H Grievance Policy: z.umn.edu/4h-policies
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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