BEST UPCYCLED ITEM CONTEST

Prepare to witness creativity at its finest during the Best Upcycled Item event on Saturday, August 17th, commencing at noon in the Entertainment Shelter. Participants will showcase their ingenuity by repurposing everyday items into extraordinary creations. With innovation at the forefront, this event promises to inspire and amaze as individuals transform discarded materials into unique works of art. Prizes to be awarded.

1st Place - Kim Holter

2nd Place - Jenny Wage

3rd Place - Cindy VanLoon

CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIE CONTEST

Get ready to tantalize taste buds and showcase your baking prowess at the Chocolate Chip Cookie Contest on Friday, August 16th, starting at 10 am in the Office Building. Bring along your finest creation: 12 delectable cookies on a plate, each accompanied by its recipe. The competition promises not only the chance to wow judges with your culinary skills but also the opportunity to win exciting prizes. Don't forget to mark your calendars and drop off your mouthwatering entries starting at 9 am at the fair office. It's time to elevate the humble chocolate chip cookie to new heights of deliciousness! Prizes to be awarded.

1st Place - Tessie Speece

2nd Place - Morian Meyer

3rd Place - Sophia Molling

Best Cinnamon Roll/Sticky Bun Contest

Get ready to indulge in sweet, cinnamon goodness at the Best Cinnamon/Sticky Roll Contest on Thursday, August 15th, beginning at 10 am in the Office Building. Show off your baking skills by bringing 12 mouthwatering rolls on a plate, each accompanied by its recipe. Prizes will be awarded to the most delectable creations, so don't miss the chance to showcase your culinary prowess. Drop off your delectable entries at the fair office starting at 9 am and let the cinnamon-infused competition begin! 

1st Place - Charlene Meiners

2nd Place - Jenny Wage

3rd - Vicky Wunnecka

lego contest

Get ready to build, create, and let your imagination run wild at the upcoming Lego Contest! On Saturday, August 19th, starting at 11:30, the Entertainment Shelter will transform into a haven of creativity as participants showcase their unique Lego creations. With prizes awaiting the most innovative designs, participants are encouraged to unleash their creativity without the constraints of kits. Ages and categories range from Stationary and Moving creations for both 7 years and under and 8 years and up, ensuring there's a space for every aspiring Lego architect to shine. Don't miss this opportunity to bring your Lego masterpiece to life and join in the fun-filled celebration of creativity! 

Lego Contest 7 & Under - Moving

1st Place - Regal Reining

Lego Contest 7 & Under - Stationary

1st Place - Ava Johansen

2nd Place - Bruce Moen

Lego Contest 8 & Over 

1st Place - Jayson Flamm

2nd Place - Kennadee Johansen

3rd Place - Kaige Johnson

4th Place - Adlev Solem

all abilities day - best side dish contest

Celebrate culinary creativity and community camaraderie at Abilities Day's Best Side Dish Contest! Join us on Sunday, August 20th, at noon in the Office Building, where homemade side dishes take center stage. Bring your culinary masterpiece and recipe to the fair, ready for judging, with drop-off starting at 11 am. Don't miss your chance to add some flavor to the festivities and compete in this deliciously delightful event! 

1st Place - Pasta Pepperoni Salad Olive S.

KIDS COLORING CONTEST 2024

All entries must be received at the Fair Office by Noon, Friday August 16th, 2024. Three Age Groups: Under 4 years; 5-9 years; 10-15 years; Only ONE entry per person. Winners will be announced on Saturday, August 17th and posted by the Fair Office and contacted by the number listed on the color sheet.

4 & Under

Lawson L

5 - 9 Years Old

Jeanette R

10-14 Years Old

Blake P

OUTSTANDING SENIOR CITIZENS AWARD

Nominations are now being sought for the 2024 Outstanding Senior Citizen Award for Houston County. The award recognizes outstanding senior citizens (one male and one female) who have contributed their time and talent to benefit their community after reaching the age of 65. Awardees will be honored at the Outstanding Senior Citizen Award ceremony at the Houston County Fair on Thursday August 15th, 2024. Let’s show our appreciation by nominating a senior for this honor. The deadline is July 15, 2024. Nominations can be completed online under “forms” at

houstoncountyfair.com or by downloading the form below. For additional information, email Kristi Molling at kristiklug@live.com or call (507) 458-0002.

TALENT SHOW CONTEST

The show is limited to the first 25 entries. This includes all the age categories so get your entry form in early. Entries received after the show is full will be put on the waiting list. Specific contest rules and information can be found at www.houstoncountyfair.com under the Contests tab. 

LITTLE MISS/MR - HOUSTON COUNTY FAIR

Pre-registration for entries into the Miss/Mr are due by August 1st, 2024. Participants are to check in at 6:00pm in the Entertainment Shelter on Wednesday, August 14th. The contest occurs during the Talent Show right before the Queen Coronation. Winners are chosen by drawing - with names being pulled out of a jar. The contest is open to children entering 1st grade in the 2024-2025 school year that reside within Houston County. Selected winners are welcome to join parades and be present at fair events with parent or guardian, but not required.