Benton County Fair Catalog 2024 | Page 12

Benton County Fair Exhibitor Information 2024
Go to www . bentoncountyfairar . org for the latest information about 2024 fair exhibitor categories including everything from baby and beauty contests to home goods to art and photography , flowers and vegetables as well as baked goods AND MORE . 4H and FFA membership is NOT required to enter non-livestock Fair Exhibits . Youth entering the Junior Show must be a member of 4-H or FFA .
To enter the fair as an exhibitor in any category as well as participate in many special events please visit https :// bentonar . fairwire . com /. If you are a family or a group of multiple exhibitors , sign in as a Quick Group in ShoWorks so you can checkout in the same cart .
Once you establish an account in ShoWorks keep your username and password in a safe place so you can update entries and avoid creating multiple accounts . However , if you do forget your password use the password help or forgot password button . Please do not create a new account . Jackie Griffin , ShoWorks Manager can help with any questions 479‐524‐7784 .
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Here are some Frequently Asked Questions about exhibiting at the Fair to help you plan :
When do I need to bring my items to the Exhibit Hall to check in ?
Dates and times vary but generally entries in the Exhibit Hall are not due until the day ( s ) and hours before the fair . This information will be available soon when the master schedule is released . Livestock rules vary too . Please contact
Charlene Newell at 479‐644‐5859 about livestock entries .
How do I enter as an exhibitor at the Fair ?
To enter the fair as an exhibitor in any category visit https :// bentonar . fairwire . com . If you are a family or a group of multiple exhibitors , sign in as a Quick Group in Showorks so you can checkout in the same cart .
How much does it cost to enter ?
Livestock and special event entry fees vary , but it ’ s FREE to exhibit in many categories such as home arts , photography , agronomy , gardening , food prep and preservation . Please be mindful late entry fees also may apply , however .
Can professionals enter the fair ?
Some departments may accept professional work , but generally the fair is focused on promoting the work of nonprofessionals and youth to help develop those life skills and showcase them .
Do you need to be a member of the 4H or FFA ?
Not if you are entering departments within the Exhibit Hall . Livestock entries do require membership to 4H or FFA to compete in the junior show . This ensures participants are getting advice and guidance from mentors or teachers with training in agriculture and experience in raising livestock . The Beef and Dairy Departments offer Open Show Competitions .
How can I learn more about participating in the Fair ?
Check our facebook page for access to a recorded webinar . Contact info @ bentoncountyfairar . org
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